January – named after the Roman god Janus, the god of gates and doorways who has two faces that look in opposite directions – the year past and the year to come.
For time travellers seeking a quirky blend of rural charm, eccentricity, and history, head to the Whittlesea Straw Bear Festival in the Cambridgeshire market town of Whittlesey. Held annually in mid-January, this delightfully odd event revolves around a straw-covered “bear”…
If your time-travelling heart longs for a New Year’s celebration steeped in history, community, and a splash of whisky, set your coordinates for Old Calendar Hogmanay. Held on January 12th, this Scottish festival offers a delightful twist on the traditional…
For time travellers seeking a mix of eerie spectacle and riotous fun, look no further than Mari Lwyd, a uniquely Welsh tradition that brings a skeletal horse and rhyming banter to your doorstep. Taking place during the Christmas and New…
Step into the golden age of aviation, time travellers! On January 12, 1970, history soared to new heights as the first Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet touched down at London Heathrow Airport following its maiden transatlantic flight from New York. This…
Pack your lucky charms, time travellers, because we’re heading to London, England, on January 11, 1569, for a landmark event in financial innovation and civic fundraising: the first state lottery in England. With tickets on sale at the West Door…
Saddle up, time travellers! We’re heading to Cheltenham, England, on January 11, 1857, to witness the birth of Fred Archer, a jockey whose unparalleled talent and flair would make him the most celebrated horse racing legend of the Victorian era.…
If your time-travelling adventures are in need of a fiery spectacle with a dash of ancient mystery, head to Burghead, Scotland, on January 11th for the Burning of the Clavie. This unique and raucous festival combines flames, folklore, and a…
Pack your best Edwardian coat and your suffragette sash, time travellers, because we’re heading to London, England, on January 10, 1918, to witness a pivotal moment in history: the House of Lords approving the Representation of the People Bill. This…
Pack your sketchbooks and chisels, time travellers, because we’re heading to Wakefield, England, on January 10, 1903, to witness the birth of Dame Barbara Hepworth, a visionary sculptor who would redefine modern art and inspire generations with her bold, organic…
Don your best black attire, time travellers, and prepare for a weekend in Regency London, where the nation gathers to bid farewell to one of its greatest heroes: Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson. On January 9, 1806, the charismatic naval commander, victor…
