If you grew up British you will absolutely remember all of these things! I mean, who didn't love the guy from Horrible Histories?
Maybe it's all the rainy days, or maybe it's the fact that the UK is a nation of islanders, but they really do know how to make life interesting. The United
The One Hour Pocket Guide that Helps You Understand Differences in Pronunciation, Stress Patterns, Vocabulary, Spelling and Grammar Differences. Plus Extra: Some Quirky Differences that only Lingui…
Discover the weird and wonderful collections dotted across the country as we take a look at some of the nation’s quirky museums.
Maybe it's all the rainy days, or maybe it's the fact that the UK is a nation of islanders, but they really do know how to make life interesting. The United
Morris Dancing not included.
From the streets of central London to the picture postcard villages outside, they're everywhere. Row upon row of Union flag bunting flapping in the breeze along pretty cottages and churches across the country ahead of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee this weekend.
The most unusual things to do in London include afternoon tea with a twist, mystery-solving, immersive dining and adrenaline fixes.
The great thing about a British theme is you can apply it to most types of parties. Whether you are throwing a baby shower, birthday, bon voyage, or simple dinner party, the theme is flexible and c…
Britain’s voters aren’t the only ones backing Brexit. The term – a fixture in headlines around the world throughout 2016 – has been named Word of the Year.
If you grew up British you will absolutely remember all of these things! I mean, who didn't love the guy from Horrible Histories?
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Your favourite booksellers range from quirky shops in quiet corners of Britain to city centre emporiums in Florence and New York
These unusual and quirky bars in London are full of innovative cocktails, outlandish decor and epic Instagram opportunities. Cheers!
Bog snorkelling, lawn mower racing or gravy wrestling anyone? I love our nation's dedication to all things eccentric and weird - some of these summer events in the UK are traditions that go back years, in some cases centuries. I have put together a list of my 12 favourite wacky and wonderful events to go this summer.
If you grew up British you will absolutely remember all of these things! I mean, who didn't love the guy from Horrible Histories?
Advertising on eighties milk bottles, wish we got these today!
A unique and creative collection of 12,000 everyday items is ideal for parties, launches, networking events. The whole Museum is available for exclusive hire every evening of the week and all day on Mondays.
A new era of travel emerged in the early 20th Century, and these posters encouraged Britons to explore further afield - and even to take their Daily Mail with them!
Mini OUTSPAN Orange 1972-1974 Outspan is a trademark of & rsquo; d & rsquo oranges; South African citrus, connue pour la campagne
Morris dancing in the evening on the esplanade.
The Kindred of the Kibbo Kift were a back-to-nature youth movement in the 1920s that wanted to build a better world. Head back in time to their tribal training camp – a riot of hooded men, homemade handicrafts, ritual dances and animal spirit chiefs
Vogue has done a spot in its July issue on British folklore, with quirky photography by Tim Walker using real folksies for the shoot read more here . . . (image by Tim Walker) A wonderful film due for release next year Ruadhan the Bard the first of a series filmed just around the corner in Whithorn is bringing Scottish folklore to the big screen. Cast members include Margaret Bennet, regarded as Scotlands best folklorist, & Sheila Stewart, acclaimed storyteller and ballad singer. (Image from the Ruadhan the Bard site) and for another taste of the same visit the ever growing "Museum of British Folklore" setup by set & costume designer Simon Costin. A fascinating & much needed project.
This is the first in a series of posts about quirky stuff in London best experienced by bike. Of course, London's full of quaintly useless o...
Somewhere between the oldest pharmacy in England and some of the cutest cafés in the Cotswolds, you'll find the Madhatter Bookshop of Burford town.
As a child, young David had a head full of songs and ideas. He was inspired by the pop and mod scenes in Britain to pick up the saxophone. After earning his stripes in some of the coolest bands in London, David splashed onto the solo scene. His songwriting talent and musical skill made him one of rock and roll's all-time greatest artists. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the musician's life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. Author: Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara. Format: hardcover.
Given the fact that so many Americans have British roots, you wouldn't expect the Christmas traditions of the two countries to be THAT different...but they
