Throw a party that centers on the lifestyle across the pond with English-themed party ideas. English-themed party ideas are a creative way to transform a standard social gathering into an entertaining and high-spirited event. We have the simple tips and ideas to create the most charming English-themed party for all those who attend. Although these theme parties are common for holiday and Christmas gatherings, any celebration can easily be transformed into a traditional English party.

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A major part of our English-themed party ideas revolve around the decorations. The décor you choose and the time and creativity you put into decorating will weigh heavily on the authenticity of your theme party. Many English-themed parties center on the two primary colors of red and white, though others incorporate all three flag colors of red, white and blue. Whichever route you choose, be sure to implement these color schemes wherever possible in the house. This includes posters, flags, table cloths, napkins, place settings, plates and cups, centerpieces, streamers and balloons. Garland, trumpets and other similar items also make great décor for English-themed parties.

Party crackers are an integral part of any authentic English-themed party. Party crackers have been used at British Christmas parties for more than 150 years after being invented in the mid-1840s. Party crackers are ornately decorated cylinders that are tied off at either end. When pulled apart, crackers make a loud and festive pop sound, and a small gift, motto or joke and paper crown are revealed inside. Choose the party cracker designs you prefer, then put them at place settings around the table. In true English fashion, have all the guests open their crackers before the meal arrives to create a joyous start to the festivities.

Play appropriate music for an English-themed party, or hire a DJ to do the work of choosing music for you. Be sure to request on the invitations that guests come dressed in the festive red, white and/or blue apparel. Incorporate English games and activities into the party to liven up the atmosphere. One idea is to write the names of famous British people on sticky labels. Stick the labels on guests’ backs, and then take turns describing the person until the mystery celebrity is identified. This encourages mingling and socializing among guests, which is ideal for any gathering.

Serve food and drinks that complement your English theme. Some popular foods to serve include Christmas pudding, mince meat pies and an assortment of English cookies. Serve whiskey or wine as cocktails to further supplement the English theme. Do some research on popular regional food and drinks to make your spread is truly representative of English cuisine.

Our English-themed party ideas are versatile so you can get as creative or stay as basic as you want for your special occasion. Transforming your home into an English-themed party is something guests won’t expect, and many probably will have never attended this type of festivity before! Give a nod to old British tradition with English-themed party ideas for your next Christmas, holiday and birthday party or any other special occasion.

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