Mistletoe and Kisses: The Story of the Kissing Bough

Why do we kiss under the mistletoe? Click here to find out and learn the story of the kissing bough, a historic Christmas decoration. 🎄🎄🎄

The Boston Tea Party – No Tea or Cake

16th December was the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party. The US celebrates the protest by American patriots, but is that a myth? 🌎

It's that time of year when we often look back at what we've achieved. Click here to read about my achievements in 2023.

20th November holds personal significance for me. Click here to find out why, and learn more interesting facts about this day.

Two hundred years ago this month, the first pier opened in Brighton. Click here to learn more about Brighton Chain Pier.

It's Black History Month in the UK. Ann Duck may not be famous, but she dared to be resourceful in her fight to survive Georgian London.

Who needs a reason to talk about chocolate? I don't, and here's a little bit about the sweet, guilt-ridden induglence. 🍫🍫🍫

It's National Curry Week in the UK. Did you know the first Indian restaurant in the UK opened in 1810? Click here for more curry info. 🍛

How did one practice safe sex in the eighteenth century? For Sexual Health Week, I've put together a little history about safe sex.

Dr Samuel Johnson, famous lexicographer, was born on 18th September. Click here to learn more about his work and some of my favourite words.