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History Wassailing in Devon (1861). Wassailing is a traditional practice in Anglosphere countries on Twelfth Night (night of Jan 5th-6th). It originated from the Old English Waes Hael (meaning "be well" or "good health). It involves folk ceremonies at orchards, singing…
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Historic UK Wassailing The wassailing, or blessing of the fruit trees, involves drinking and singing to the health of the trees in the hope that they will provide a bountiful harvest in the autumn. This ancient custom is still practised across the country today...
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