Here"s to a great night out or a cosy night in on the longest night of the year! On this day, the Northern Hemisphere, where the United Kingdom is located, is tilted the farthest from the sun, resulting in the earliest sunset and the shortest day of the year. Called the December solstice, it marks the official beginning of winter and longer days ahead, giving a nice boost to the festive mood.
December solstice
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