The first day of April is the Day of the Fool! Why do we celebrate fool's today? Click here to find out. πππ
Tag: history
Happy Lady Day, AKA Old New Yearβs Day!
25th March was the old New Year's Day until 1752. Click here to find out why we celebrated the start of the new year today. π π
Mary Anning: The Princess of Palaeontology
Mary Anning is one of the most infuential scientists in British history, but her work was not recognised for 200 years. π¦π¦
My Favourite Places to Visit in England
It's English Toursim Week. Click here to find out my favourite places to visit in England with historical and literary connections. π°
Sothebyβs First Book Sale
280 years ago today, Sotherby's held it's first book sale. Click here to enjoy me babbling about both books and history. πππ
Happy Birthday to the RNLI!
200 year ago today, the RNLI was formed in a pub in London. Click here to find out more about this vital rescue service. π€ π
Tell a Fairy Tale: Magic, Beasts and Moral Lessons
It's Tell a Fairy Tale day! Click here to find out more about the day and what makes a fairy tale a fairy tale. π§π»π§π»ββοΈπ§π»ββοΈ
Gay Cruising Along Sodomiteβs Walk
Was gay cruising in Georgian Britain a thing? Yes, and you can find out about Sodomite's Walk in London by clicking here. π³οΈβπ
Jigsaw Puzzles: Great Stimulation for the Body and Mind
Today is National Puzzle Day in the US! Did you know jigsaw puzzles were invented in the 1700s? Click here to find out more. π§©π§©π§©π§©
Has Politics in the UK Changed Since the 18th Century?
A century ago today, Britain elected its first Labour prime minister. So, why not use this as a chance to babble about 18th Century politics?