Whilst there's other things to busy yourself with in the preparation for Christmas, but just how complete is your Christmas dinner spread if there isn't a cracker in sight?
Whether you enjoy them for the paper hats, the whoopie cushions or the jokes - the humble Christmas cracker is a source of entertainment and an opportunity to bring people together around the festive season.
For many, crackers are more of styling prop used to enhance the table setting and decoration colour scheme.
But it's not all whoopie cushions and whistles, there are a wide range of alternative Christmas crackers you can buy online, offering something unique for every budget.
With everything from booze, to party games and beauty essentials, we've rounded up the best unusual Christmas crackers below.
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