Historic Events Unveiled: A Chronicle of British Narratives
Embark on a riveting exploration of pivotal moments in British history with The Time Traveller’s Guild in our dedicated blog category, “Historic Events.” Unveiling the layers of time, each article serves as a window into the defining moments, dramatic turns, and transformative events that have shaped the course of the nation. Join us as we delve into the heart of history, unravelling the intricate tapestry of significant occurrences that have left an indelible mark on the British landscape.
If you’ve ever popped open an Advent calendar to find a sub-par chocolate or marvelled at the oddity of tiny beauty products stuffed behind numbered doors, you’re already familiar with the concept of Advent. But did you know that this…
Witness the end of an era as King Henry I of England succumbs to a most curious culinary mishap, setting the stage for chaos in medieval England On December 1, 1135, King Henry I of England died in Lyons-la-Forêt, Normandy,…
Every year, on the first Saturday after Thanksgiving in the United States, shoppers are encouraged to put down their big-box shopping bags, close those online mega-store tabs, and embrace the charm of Small Business Saturday. This relatively new tradition celebrates…
Every year on 19 November, a lesser-known celebration rolls around: International Men’s Day. Less glamorous than Father’s Day and often overlooked in the holiday calendar, International Men’s Day is a day to shine a light on men’s contributions to society,…
Every 11 November, just as dawn breaks, a group of villagers gathers in a chilly field near Ryton-on-Dunsmore, Warwickshire, to take part in one of England’s oldest, quirkiest ceremonies: Wroth Silver. With coins, a silver platter, a hearty breakfast, and…
Every 11 November, as the rest of the country settles into solemn reflection for Armistice Day, the small town of Fenny Stratford in Buckinghamshire marks the occasion with an eccentric twist: firing the Fenny Poppers. This curious tradition involves cannon-like…
If you think Bonfire Night is just about Guy Fawkes and sparklers, then Skinningrove is here to prove you delightfully wrong. Every year on 5 November, this small fishing village on the North Yorkshire coast lights up the night with…
Every November, as Bonfire Night smoulders away and the dark, chilly nights settle in, the village of Shebbear in Devon gathers to perform one of Britain’s oddest and oldest traditions: turning the Devil’s Stone. It’s a ritual that involves a…
There are Bonfire Night celebrations, and then there’s Ottery St Mary’s Tar Barrels. Held every 5 November in a small Devon town, this isn’t your average Guy Fawkes night with bonfires and sparklers. Instead, locals don thick gloves, hoist flaming…
When it comes to Bonfire Night, the town of Lewes in East Sussex doesn’t just celebrate; it unleashes a fiery, explosive extravaganza that makes your average fireworks display look like a few sparklers at a garden party. Every year on…
