Category Archives: Calendar History
Promotional Calendars Awarded a Warrant from the Worshipful Company of Stationers’
At a prestigious awards ceremony at The Stationers’ Hall, Rose Calendars accepted a warrant for our range of promotional business calendars.
The Anniversary of England’s First Parliament
On 20 January 1265, England’s parliament met for the first time. Although this event occurred over 750 years ago, it is viewed as an important milestone in the country’s history. In fact, many historians regard this initial assembly as a key factor in shaping England’s political landscape.
The Year That Britain Lost 11 Days
Discover where and why we lost 11 days in 1752! This signified a very unusual period in Britain’s history where the country “lost” 11 days due to an act of parliament. Reportedly this led to confusion, disruption and protests from angry mobs. But how and why did this happen? Read on to find out.
The Earth is Spinning Faster! What Does This Mean and Should we be Worried?
Have you ever found yourself saying that “time is flying by”? Well, it seems there is some truth in this, because scientists have discovered that the earth is spinning at a faster rate. What is causing this, you might ask? And how might it affect our everyday lives? Read on to find out more.
The Ancient Solar Calendar at Chankillo
Chankillo, built 2,300 years ago, in northern Peru is an extraordinary observatory also used as a solar calendar. Built on a ridge in the Casma Valley at Chankillo, a structure of 13 towers, the observatory allowed remarkably accurate astronomical observations by people with an exceptionally sophisticated understanding of astronomy and the rising and setting arcs of the sun.
