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National Days & Customs

Christmas Holiday Activities on a Budget
The Christmas break is here. Christmas on a budget can be a testing time for parents, check out our top 10 low-budget or free activities to do with your children over the…
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What will happen to British currency following the death of Queen Elizabeth II?
Like everyone else across the country, we are numbed by the profound sense of loss at the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She was a constant and reassuring presence in…
5 months ago
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Top tips for getting the best Black Friday deals
Black Friday is upon us! Check out our top tips for getting the best deals.
1 year ago
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International Women’s Day
When is International Women’s Day? International Women’s Day is celebrated on the 8th March each year. When did International Women’s Day Start? International Women’s Day sprang up from the various labour movements…
2 years ago
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World Book Day – How to Make Time for Reading
Making Time for Reading Carving out a little me-time these days may seem harder than ever, but with World Book Day looming, now is the perfect time to look at how you can make…
2 years ago
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Happy Baba Marta – Честита Баба Марта
Baba Marta / Баба Марта = Grandma Spring Baba Marta (Баба Марта) Tradition According to Bulgarian folklore, Spring starts on the 1st March, just as the Meteorological calendar does also. On this…
2 years ago
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Shrove Tuesday / Pancake Day 2020
What are Origins and Customs are Associated with Shrove Tuesday / Pancake Day If you have begun the new year with a resolution to eat healthily and come through January pretty much…
2 years ago
Read moreValentine’s Day 2020
Facts and Figures About the Most Romantic Day of the Year No sooner had the Christmas cards been cleared from the shelves, they were immediately replaced by Valentine’s Day cards. Spare a…
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World Health Day 2020
This year sees the 70th celebration of World Health Day, and with the current crisis caused by the spread of the Covid-19 virus, the focus on the world’s health has arguably never…
2 years ago
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