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Guy Fawkes
Remember, Remember the 5th of November… Bonfire Night. But why do the British celebrate with fireworks, bonfires – and set fire to ‘Guy’?
Bonfire Night in the 1950s and 1960s
In 21st century Britain, Bonfire Night is usually celebrated with a trip to an organised bonfire and firework display. Not so in the 1950s and 1960s, when Bonfire Night was a hands-on celebration…
The Folklore Year – November
The Folklore Year – traditional folklore and culture of Britain, events taking place every year in November
Historic Birthdates in November
Famous people born throughout history in November, including Bernard Law Montgomery (of Alamein), British Field-Marshal of World War II, and…
Stir-Up Sunday
Stir-Up Sunday is the day when traditionally families gather together to make and mix the Christmas pudding…
St Andrew, Patron Saint of Scotland
Read about the life of St Andrew, Patron Saint of Scotland. It is said that he believed himself unworthy to be crucified on a cross like that of Christ, and so he met his end on…
The St Brice’s Day Massacre
The St Brice’s Day Massacre earned King Aethelred the nickname Aethelred the Unready (or ill advised), and took place on 13th November 1002. It resulted in widespread violence, upheaval and invasion…
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