Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent, a period of 40 days leading up to Easter. In the UK, it is observed mainly by Anglican,…
Tag: Celebrations
April Fools’ Day
Today is 1st April, which is a special day in the UK. It’s April Fools’ Day. Loved by youngsters and pranksters across the country, April…
My Christmas Holidays
My Christmas holidays this year were spent abroad with my husband's family in Ecuador. We had a fabulous time and I'd love to tell you all about it - …
Mischief Night
Mischief Night is a UK-wide annual event that is now celebrated across many English-speaking countries. Learn all about its traditions in today's blog…
UK Halloween Traditions
Halloween is one of the most widely celebrated days in the UK. Learn all about the traditions that take place here in this week's blog.
UK State Funerals
State funerals are a rare occasion in the UK but they have a lot of pomp and ceremony. More recently has been the state funeral for our late Queen.
Traditional British Weddings
Although weddings are constantly changing, there are many traditions as well as superstitions for future marriage that couples try to follow in the UK…
Edinburgh Fringe Festival
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival is definitely worth a visit if you're around Scotland's capital city in August. Learn all about it in today's blog.
The Highland Games
The Highland Games are a traditional sporting event from Scotland. Learn all about their history and how to visit them ini this week's blog.
Summer Solstice
Summer solstice is celebrated by Druids and Pagans around the world and many travel to the UK, to Stonehenge, for the spectacle. Learn all about the c…
Royal Ascot
Royal Ascot is one of the most infamous social event of the calendar and many Brits aspire to go here. Learn all about the event and tickets in today'…
Platinum Jubilee
The Platinum Jubilee is a very special celebration that Brits and citizens of the Commonwealth will be celebrating all weekend. See what the plans are…
The British Royal Family
The British Royal Family is, perhaps, the most famous in the world. It is steeped in tradition that dates back centuries. Learn all about the history …
Easter in the UK
Easter is celebrated around the world but how, exactly, do the Brits celebrate? Find out in our Easter celebration blog
Shrove Tuesday
Shrove Tuesday is celebrated around the UK at the start of Lent. Learn all about the traditional food and events that take place on this day.
Chinese New Year
Although not British, the Chinese New Year is celebrated around the world, including in the big British cities. Learn all about these celebrations in …
Burns Night
Burns Night is a famous celebration throughout Scotland. Learn all about the tradition as well as typical activities that take place on this day.
New Year British Traditions
The New Year is celebrated in style in different countries around the world. In today's blog, you can learn how the New Year is celebrated in all UK c…
Boxing Day
26th December, Boxing Day, is celebrated throughout the UK and is even an official public bank holiday. But why? Read our blog to find out.
British Christmas Traditions
Each country celebrates Christmas in their own way with their own traditions and I’d like to share some of the customs for the festive season in the…
