Category Archives: Notable Dates
The Speaking Clock, Eighty Years on
To celebrate the 80th birthday of the Speaking Clock, we take a look back at how this time service has developed over the years and hear about a new exhibition which tells the story of the clock and its voices.
Leap Years, Egos, Women Proposing and Leap Seconds
A leap year only happens every 4 years. Find out who had a large ego resulting in February having 29 days, why it’s fine for ladies to propose marriage and what a ‘Leap Second’ is.
The Highland Games; why every gathering of Scots is one you’ll want to be a part of
With the annual Highland Games season about to begin, take a look at what makes this celebration of clans exciting and hugely popular across the world.
Why May Day is More Than Just a Day Off Work
Having just emerged out of a four day Easter weekend, and the May Day Bank Holiday upon us, what of maypoles and morris dancing, and why do we do these crazy things?
The Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race Makes History
The Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race is one of the staples of the watery British sporting calendar, but find out why this year it is set to make sporting history.
What makes St Patrick one of the most celebrated saints?
It’s hardly surprising that Ireland puts on a bit of a show for its patron saint, but why is St Patrick’s Day so popular in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, England and elsewhere?
