Holidays
Bon-Bons with a Bang - The Story of the Christmas Cracker 
You may have heard of Tom Smith. That is now a brand of Christmas crackers (as well as the name of the factory that made them), but it is also the name of the man who invented them. Boxing Day
In England, the day after Christmas, called Boxing Day, (also known as St. Stephen's Day) is a day to honor public and domestic servants and give alms to the poor. Englands cottages and gardens
England quaint cottages, peaceful green gardens and stone houses are some of Englands Treasures. If you want peace and quiet, or fun and games, or even long heathly walks with beautiful Scenery look no further. English Halloween Traditions
While modern Halloween celebrations resemble those of North America, there are some older customs that give insight into the superstitions and folklore of a long ago England. Pancake Day - How England Celebrates Shrove Tuesday
Europe is known for its lively Carnival celebrations every year, but England celebrates a little bit differently - with pancakes. Red Poppies and Remembrance
If you're seeing poppies popping up everywhere (artificial ones, that is), then make sure to stop for a moment and reflect on what they represent. November 11 is Remembrance Day (also known as Armistice Day), a day of reflection for all of the UK, followed by Remembrance Sunday. The British Roots of St. Patrick's Day
St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, and celebrated all over the world every March 17, but did you know that he was actually born in Britain? Visiting Britain's Coasts and Castles
Want to visit where knights, kings' and queens' lived, fought and dreamed? Looking for peaceful coastline unspoilt by arcades, with traditional brass bands for free on sundays, with childrens activities on the beach front? Look no further! Visiting London
If you are visiting London, there is so much to see and do. From its famous markets, immortalised in Disney's 'Bedknobs and Broomsticks'; to its bridges and castles. See the Tower of London. Stand on London Bridge, where the heads of traitors were stuck on pikes for all to see. Visit London soon!
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