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.
Step into the political whirlwind of January 6, 1066, a day that would change the course of English history. In the heart of Westminster, the Witan, England’s powerful council of nobles and clergy, has just elected Harold Godwinson as the…
Time Travel Destination Guide: January 6, 1367 – Bordeaux, Aquitaine, and the Birth of Richard II, the Future King of England Pack your finest medieval garb and prepare for a weekend of royal festivities, intrigue, and history in Bordeaux, Aquitaine,…
For a quintessential slice of Cornwall’s rustic charm, look no further than Bodmin Wassailing, a centuries-old tradition that’s equal parts community celebration, orchard blessing, and cider-fuelled revelry. Held in early January, this lively event sees locals gathering to honour their…
Pack your appetite for history and sponge cake, because the Baddely Cake Ceremony is a deliciously quirky tradition that blends theatre, charity, and confectionery. Celebrated annually on Epiphany (January 6) at London’s Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, this unique event has…
Time travellers seeking chaos, camaraderie, and centuries-old tradition, take note: the Haxey Hood Game is calling your name. Held annually in the village of Haxey, North Lincolnshire, this wild medieval melee is part sport, part folklore, and 100% entertainment. Think…
Attention, time-travellers with a flair for festivity: if you’re looking for a historical celebration steeped in opulence and meaning, join the court of a monarch on Epiphany (January 6). This Christian feast day, marking the visit of the Magi to…
Mark your calendars, time travellers! Twelfth Night, celebrated on January 5th, is the grand finale of the Christmas season and the ultimate excuse for merrymaking in centuries past. This vibrant holiday was the highlight of the festive calendar, blending traditions…
Pack your sea legs, time travellers, and head to Liverpool, England, on January 5, 1818, to witness the start of an era-defining event: the launch of the first regular transatlantic shipping service between Liverpool and New York. With the maiden…
Get ready to pack your bags for the windswept beauty of Galway, Ireland, on January 5, 1787, where the future historian and genealogist Sir John Burke is born. A man who would go on to immortalise aristocratic lineages with his…
For thrill-seekers and history buffs alike, January 4, 1967, at Coniston Water in the Lake District is a moment of electrifying ambition and poignant tragedy. On this day, Donald Campbell, Britain’s legendary speed record chaser, made his ill-fated attempt to…
