Lady Day
Once regarded as the start of the new year, by the Regency Era Lady Day was the first of the English quarter days, and to some, the most significant because that as when everything started.
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Video: Victorian Vinegar Valentines
Victorians had a very different idea of valentine cards than we do today!
Continue reading →The Victorian Spork
A little foray into the research rabbit hole and I find sporks. Who would have guessed?
Continue reading →Chocolate-the Drink of English Kings
Chocolate was the drink of choice for 18th century British royalty.
Continue reading →British New Year’s traditions
Although we often concentrate on Christmas traditions, for some, New Years’ traditions can be very significant.
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