The Titanic
The fate of the Titanic is, perhaps, one of the most globally renowned maritime stories in modern history. On this day, 14th April, in 1912,…
Tag: History
Top 15 British Authors
The UK has a huge number of famous authors and a long list of world-famous literary works. Learn about the most famous authors in this week'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.
English Heritage
The UK is steeped in history and many castles, sites and abbeys have been restored and protected by English Heritage for natives and tourists to learn…
Queen Elizabeth II
Queen Elizabeth II is our current monarch and head of state. She has lead a remarkable life with almost 70 years in public service. Read all about her…
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 …
UK Patron Saints
Each country in the UK has its own patron saint. Learn about the four patron saints from our island, their stories and why they have become such big n…
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 …
Notting Hill Carnival
Notting Hill Carnival is the second biggest in the world after Rio and it's a celebration of multiculturalism in London. Read all about its history in…
Visit Edinburgh
Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful cities in the UK and it's definitely worth a visit. Take a look at our top tips of places and seasons to visit.…
The Flying Scotsman
The Flying Scotsman is one of the most famous locomotives in the UK. Learn all about it in this week's blog.
Learn English with The Crown
The Crown is a great TV series from Netflix to help you improve your listening skills in English. Find out why in this blog!
Lindisfarne Castle and Holy Island
Lindisfarne Castle and Holy Island is one of the most beautiful places to visit in the UK. It is steeped in history and religion but has some stunning…
Does English Come From England?
Although you would expect English to come from England, it actually doesn't. In this post, we take you through the entire history of the English langu…
