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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’?
St Andrew, Patron Saint of Scotland
Read about the life of St Andrew, Patron Saint of Scotland.
The Folklore Year – November
The Folklore Year – traditional folklore and culture of Britain, events taking place every year in November
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: 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…
William Hogarth and 18th century life
In the early 18th century, Georgian Britain was a nation openly and often shockingly rude, especially to 21st century eyes…
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.