Ah, the Christmas season is over, Twelfth Night has passed, and life is returning to its usual grind—or is it? Enter St. Distaff’s Day, celebrated on January 7th, a whimsical and unofficial holiday where work and play collide. This lesser-known…
Lights, camera, action! Welcome to the Golden Globe Awards, one of the most glamorous nights in the entertainment industry calendar. Every January, the biggest names in film and television gather to celebrate their craft, share laughs (and side-eyes), and indulge…
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…
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…
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…
Mark your calendars, trivia buffs and curious minds! January 4th is Trivia Day, the unofficial holiday that celebrates the art of knowing a little bit about everything—and proudly showing it off. Whether you’re a whiz at ancient history, an expert…
Picture this: you’ve woken up on New Year’s Day in London, possibly groggy from last night’s revelry, only to step outside and find a carnival bursting through the streets. London’s New Year’s Day Parade (LNYDP) is the city’s way of…
New Year’s Eve is a universal celebration of fireworks, fizz, and midnight resolutions you probably won’t keep. But in Scotland and parts of northern England, it’s not just about ringing in the New Year—it’s about who crosses your threshold first.…
In the heart of Orkney’s capital, Kirkwall, there’s a New Year tradition that’s part sporting event, part battlefield, and entirely bonkers. The Kirkwall Ba is a rough-and-tumble game played in the streets, pitting teams of Uppies and Doonies against each…
