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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…
Martinmas
St Martin’s Day or Martinmas falls on November 11th and was traditionally celebrated with feasting as it also marked the gathering in of the harvest…
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…
Jack the Ripper
Fear and panic stalked the streets of London’s East End in 1888 as five women were brutally murdered…
St Edmund, Original Patron Saint of England
It is commonly accepted that St George is the Patron Saint of England. But should we instead be raising the White Dragon flag of the Anglo-Saxon King St Edmund on November 20th?
Stir-Up Sunday
Stir-Up Sunday is the day when traditionally families gather together to make and mix the Christmas pudding…
Every month we present new feature articles relating to the history of this green and pleasant land. If you have any suggestions for upcoming articles please feel free to contact us.