> Boxing day is when the Monarch hands out money to the poor (Maundy money, in boxes), if I remember correctly - I'm sure someone will correct me if I am wrong.

OK, I'll correct you, see the following -

http://www.rosebriar.uk.com/holidays/boxingday.html

(Maundy money is given out on Maundy Thursday, the day before Good Friday -
http://www.royalreport.com/maundy.html)