Festive Vibes
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Wallowing in British Christmases past and present, plus all sorts of festive stuff! Formerly known as Christmas UK.
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@FestiveVibesUK
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@festivevibes.bsky.social
· Sep 10
PINNED POST: Here are the new Youtube videos from 2025 in one thread that will be added to from time to time so that you can catch up on any new ads you may have missed...
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And that was Christmas 2025... Let's do this again next year - we'll be back on September 16th 2026. Have a very Happy New Year!
December 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
And that was Christmas 2025... Let's do this again next year - we'll be back on September 16th 2026. Have a very Happy New Year!
So, here's the latest King Of Christmas league table:
1) [+1] 6 17 Tesco
2) [-1] 6 25 Aldi
3) [+6] 5 21 Barbour
4) [+6] 5 22 Waitrose
5) [-2] 5 23 Asda
6) [-1] 5 27 Boots
(1/9)
1) [+1] 6 17 Tesco
2) [-1] 6 25 Aldi
3) [+6] 5 21 Barbour
4) [+6] 5 22 Waitrose
5) [-2] 5 23 Asda
6) [-1] 5 27 Boots
(1/9)
December 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
So, here's the latest King Of Christmas league table:
1) [+1] 6 17 Tesco
2) [-1] 6 25 Aldi
3) [+6] 5 21 Barbour
4) [+6] 5 22 Waitrose
5) [-2] 5 23 Asda
6) [-1] 5 27 Boots
(1/9)
1) [+1] 6 17 Tesco
2) [-1] 6 25 Aldi
3) [+6] 5 21 Barbour
4) [+6] 5 22 Waitrose
5) [-2] 5 23 Asda
6) [-1] 5 27 Boots
(1/9)
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Yeah the associated merch is gone downhill a bit too.... not everyone wants a plushie.
December 31, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Yeah the associated merch is gone downhill a bit too.... not everyone wants a plushie.
KingOfXmas2025 #1: Up 1, 6 Appearances, 17 points, Tesco
Carried by their momentum, Tesco reaches the top spot even though their latest ad is a bit of a misfire. It's a clever bit of observational comedy, but it's too dark and triggering to be fun! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=711Cq8_E0oI
Carried by their momentum, Tesco reaches the top spot even though their latest ad is a bit of a misfire. It's a clever bit of observational comedy, but it's too dark and triggering to be fun! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=711Cq8_E0oI
Tesco Christmas Advert 2025 | That's What Makes It Christmas 🎄
Christmas isn't perfect, but that's what makes it Christmas... #tesco #christmas2025 #christmasad
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December 31, 2025 at 3:00 PM
KingOfXmas2025 #1: Up 1, 6 Appearances, 17 points, Tesco
Carried by their momentum, Tesco reaches the top spot even though their latest ad is a bit of a misfire. It's a clever bit of observational comedy, but it's too dark and triggering to be fun! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=711Cq8_E0oI
Carried by their momentum, Tesco reaches the top spot even though their latest ad is a bit of a misfire. It's a clever bit of observational comedy, but it's too dark and triggering to be fun! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=711Cq8_E0oI
KingOfXmas2025 #2: Down 1, 6 Appearances, 25 points, Aldi
Addicted to Kevin The Carrot, Aldi have lost the top spot by having yet another instalment in the franchise. After ten years, it's time for something new guys... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZleQkm1MMs
Addicted to Kevin The Carrot, Aldi have lost the top spot by having yet another instalment in the franchise. After ten years, it's time for something new guys... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZleQkm1MMs
Aldi Christmas Advert 2016 - Kevin The Carrot
Enjoy the videos and music that you love, upload original content and share it all with friends, family and the world on YouTube.
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December 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
KingOfXmas2025 #2: Down 1, 6 Appearances, 25 points, Aldi
Addicted to Kevin The Carrot, Aldi have lost the top spot by having yet another instalment in the franchise. After ten years, it's time for something new guys... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZleQkm1MMs
Addicted to Kevin The Carrot, Aldi have lost the top spot by having yet another instalment in the franchise. After ten years, it's time for something new guys... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZleQkm1MMs
KingOfXmas2025 #3: Up 6, 5 Appearances, 21 points, Barbour
Erratic Barbour have taken advantage of their other League competitors having an "off" year, and have jumped up to third. Barbour have been producing Christmas ads for ten years now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhm1jqV-y7E
Erratic Barbour have taken advantage of their other League competitors having an "off" year, and have jumped up to third. Barbour have been producing Christmas ads for ten years now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhm1jqV-y7E
Barbour Christmas Advert 2018 | Barbour Christmas Commercial 2018
Watch Barbour Christmas Advert 2018 | Barbour Christmas Commercial 2018
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December 31, 2025 at 1:00 PM
KingOfXmas2025 #3: Up 6, 5 Appearances, 21 points, Barbour
Erratic Barbour have taken advantage of their other League competitors having an "off" year, and have jumped up to third. Barbour have been producing Christmas ads for ten years now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhm1jqV-y7E
Erratic Barbour have taken advantage of their other League competitors having an "off" year, and have jumped up to third. Barbour have been producing Christmas ads for ten years now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhm1jqV-y7E
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Slightly annoying, and I’m not sure why.
December 31, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Slightly annoying, and I’m not sure why.
KingOfXmas2025 #4: Up 6, 5 Appearances, 22 points, Waitrose
Waitrose are definitely on a roll right now, with some very original adverts. And did you know that this year's ad is actually a sequel to last year's? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4Ll30xiwAU
Waitrose are definitely on a roll right now, with some very original adverts. And did you know that this year's ad is actually a sequel to last year's? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4Ll30xiwAU
Sweet Suspicion: A Waitrose Mystery | Christmas Advert 2024 | Waitrose
A Waitrose Mystery: A family Christmas takes an unexpected turn in this tale of mystery, intrigue... and pudding. The No.1 Red Velvet Bauble Dessert is so go...
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December 31, 2025 at 12:00 PM
KingOfXmas2025 #4: Up 6, 5 Appearances, 22 points, Waitrose
Waitrose are definitely on a roll right now, with some very original adverts. And did you know that this year's ad is actually a sequel to last year's? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4Ll30xiwAU
Waitrose are definitely on a roll right now, with some very original adverts. And did you know that this year's ad is actually a sequel to last year's? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4Ll30xiwAU
KingOfXmas2025 #5: Down 2, 5 Appearances, 23 points, Asda
Asda went Grinchy this year, too, and this singalong is one of those that you'll either love or hate. It's a nice musical number, whilst also feeling incredibly basic. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTm48IWgXEA
Asda went Grinchy this year, too, and this singalong is one of those that you'll either love or hate. It's a nice musical number, whilst also feeling incredibly basic. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTm48IWgXEA
Asda Christmas Advert 2025 - A Very Merry Grinchmas
This Christmas, meet ASDA’s newest fan 👀💚...Shop our full 2025 Christmas Food Range at https://www.asda.com/groceries/christmas That's Prices No One Can be...
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December 31, 2025 at 11:00 AM
KingOfXmas2025 #5: Down 2, 5 Appearances, 23 points, Asda
Asda went Grinchy this year, too, and this singalong is one of those that you'll either love or hate. It's a nice musical number, whilst also feeling incredibly basic. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTm48IWgXEA
Asda went Grinchy this year, too, and this singalong is one of those that you'll either love or hate. It's a nice musical number, whilst also feeling incredibly basic. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTm48IWgXEA
KingOfXmas2025 #6: Down 1, 5 Appearances, 27 points, Boots
Boots have kinda lost their way these past couple of years. This year's ad is very well made, but as they tried slotting three very distinct ad styles into a single ad, it felt very disjointed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2MXlzKH7do
Boots have kinda lost their way these past couple of years. This year's ad is very well made, but as they tried slotting three very distinct ad styles into a single ad, it felt very disjointed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2MXlzKH7do
Boots Christmas Advert 2025 (Extended) | #GiftHappilyEverAfter | Boots UK
Enjoy our 90 second, extended Christmas TV Advert for 2025. We have unwrapped our 2025 festive campaign #GiftHappilyEverAfter, inviting you to experience the...
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December 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM
KingOfXmas2025 #6: Down 1, 5 Appearances, 27 points, Boots
Boots have kinda lost their way these past couple of years. This year's ad is very well made, but as they tried slotting three very distinct ad styles into a single ad, it felt very disjointed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2MXlzKH7do
Boots have kinda lost their way these past couple of years. This year's ad is very well made, but as they tried slotting three very distinct ad styles into a single ad, it felt very disjointed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2MXlzKH7do
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December 31, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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December 31, 2025 at 6:01 AM
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NEW!! The 12 Ads Of Christmas 2025 has now been published on YouTube! All the best ads of the year, including a few of those which didn't make it to the top 12, the King Of Christmas update, and a few classic ads thrown in, too! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sW3SvLPzL2s
2025 - The 12 Ads Of Christmas 2025 - Festive Vibes
All the best Christmas adverts shown in the UK during the Christmas 2025 Run-Up, plus a look at which brands are most consistent in producing wonderful Chris...
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December 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
NEW!! The 12 Ads Of Christmas 2025 has now been published on YouTube! All the best ads of the year, including a few of those which didn't make it to the top 12, the King Of Christmas update, and a few classic ads thrown in, too! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sW3SvLPzL2s
So that's the bottom half of the new King Of Christmas league table. Last year, Aldi and Tesco were fighting for the top place. With both of their new ads not featuring in the 12 Ads Of Christmas 2025, which will be in the top spot this year? Find out tomorrow...
December 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
So that's the bottom half of the new King Of Christmas league table. Last year, Aldi and Tesco were fighting for the top place. With both of their new ads not featuring in the 12 Ads Of Christmas 2025, which will be in the top spot this year? Find out tomorrow...
KingOfXmas2025 #7: Down 3, 5 Appearances, 32 points, M&S
It's a welcome change of tack from M&S as they adopt the scattergun approach this year, with a set of short but very imaginative advert stings. Stylish, nicely done. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwDruUE0kjI
It's a welcome change of tack from M&S as they adopt the scattergun approach this year, with a set of short but very imaginative advert stings. Stylish, nicely done. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwDruUE0kjI
Host With The Most | 2025 | M&S | Fashion, Home & Beauty
Our best-ever bauble selection has iconic designs starting from just £5. Don’t say we don’t spoil you.
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December 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
KingOfXmas2025 #7: Down 3, 5 Appearances, 32 points, M&S
It's a welcome change of tack from M&S as they adopt the scattergun approach this year, with a set of short but very imaginative advert stings. Stylish, nicely done. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwDruUE0kjI
It's a welcome change of tack from M&S as they adopt the scattergun approach this year, with a set of short but very imaginative advert stings. Stylish, nicely done. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwDruUE0kjI
KingOfXmas2025 #8: Down 2, 4 Appearances, 15 points, Amazon
Amazon decided to re-use their Joyride ad from a couple of years ago, but online they hired out Benedict Cumberbatch to read out some five-star reviews, and my god they are funny! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XKTOEJxXgs
Amazon decided to re-use their Joyride ad from a couple of years ago, but online they hired out Benedict Cumberbatch to read out some five-star reviews, and my god they are funny! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XKTOEJxXgs
Future You approves.
Five Star Theater: "Mane n' Tail"
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December 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM
KingOfXmas2025 #8: Down 2, 4 Appearances, 15 points, Amazon
Amazon decided to re-use their Joyride ad from a couple of years ago, but online they hired out Benedict Cumberbatch to read out some five-star reviews, and my god they are funny! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XKTOEJxXgs
Amazon decided to re-use their Joyride ad from a couple of years ago, but online they hired out Benedict Cumberbatch to read out some five-star reviews, and my god they are funny! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XKTOEJxXgs
KingOfXmas2025 #9: Down 2, 4 Appearances, 17 points, Sainsburys
Sainsburys decided to double down on their charmless BFG tie-in, and have dropped down our chart as a result. They haven't had a good ad since 2021... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7_I8fNhhOo
Sainsburys decided to double down on their charmless BFG tie-in, and have dropped down our chart as a result. They haven't had a good ad since 2021... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7_I8fNhhOo
A Christmas to Savour | Sainsbury's | Christmas 2021
It’s been a long time coming so let's savour every heart warming, present opening, roast potato munching moment of it. Please visit https://www.sainsburys.co...
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December 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
KingOfXmas2025 #9: Down 2, 4 Appearances, 17 points, Sainsburys
Sainsburys decided to double down on their charmless BFG tie-in, and have dropped down our chart as a result. They haven't had a good ad since 2021... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7_I8fNhhOo
Sainsburys decided to double down on their charmless BFG tie-in, and have dropped down our chart as a result. They haven't had a good ad since 2021... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7_I8fNhhOo
KingOfXmas2025 #10: Down 2, 4 Appearances, 18 points, McDonalds
McDonalds went Grinchy this year, which did absolutely nothing for us. We definitely preferred their ad from last year, which was much more festive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqRWfDbuOYg
McDonalds went Grinchy this year, which did absolutely nothing for us. We definitely preferred their ad from last year, which was much more festive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqRWfDbuOYg
The Gift of McDonald's
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December 30, 2025 at 12:00 PM
KingOfXmas2025 #10: Down 2, 4 Appearances, 18 points, McDonalds
McDonalds went Grinchy this year, which did absolutely nothing for us. We definitely preferred their ad from last year, which was much more festive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqRWfDbuOYg
McDonalds went Grinchy this year, which did absolutely nothing for us. We definitely preferred their ad from last year, which was much more festive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqRWfDbuOYg
KingOfXmas2025 #11: Re-entry, 4 Appearances, 31 points, Morrisons
It's a welcome return for Morrisons as they invoked the Christmas farmer theme once more - here's their Farmer Christmas ad from 2021... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L89G9H5U9YE
It's a welcome return for Morrisons as they invoked the Christmas farmer theme once more - here's their Farmer Christmas ad from 2021... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L89G9H5U9YE
Morrisons Christmas Make Good Things Happen
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December 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM
KingOfXmas2025 #11: Re-entry, 4 Appearances, 31 points, Morrisons
It's a welcome return for Morrisons as they invoked the Christmas farmer theme once more - here's their Farmer Christmas ad from 2021... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L89G9H5U9YE
It's a welcome return for Morrisons as they invoked the Christmas farmer theme once more - here's their Farmer Christmas ad from 2021... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L89G9H5U9YE
KingOfXmas2025 #12: Down 1, 3 Appearances, 14 points, Lidl
After a sarcastic period a while back, Lidl have been playing it safe for a few years now - too safe, to be honest. This year's ad was nice, just a little too "worthy". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiJSTh9IHKA
After a sarcastic period a while back, Lidl have been playing it safe for a few years now - too safe, to be honest. This year's ad was nice, just a little too "worthy". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiJSTh9IHKA
Lidl Presents: More to Value this Christmas | TV Advert 2025 | Lidl GB
Find the value in sharing joy by donating to Lidl’s Toy Bank
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December 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM
KingOfXmas2025 #12: Down 1, 3 Appearances, 14 points, Lidl
After a sarcastic period a while back, Lidl have been playing it safe for a few years now - too safe, to be honest. This year's ad was nice, just a little too "worthy". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiJSTh9IHKA
After a sarcastic period a while back, Lidl have been playing it safe for a few years now - too safe, to be honest. This year's ad was nice, just a little too "worthy". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiJSTh9IHKA
The Daily Bauble, 30/12/2025 - today's raid from the archives... [THREAD]
December 30, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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