Category Archives: Calendar History
Rising From The Ashes
On 23rd February 1962, a fire at the old Rose Calendars factory took hold of the building. Read about the history of this event and how regeneration was possible and we were able to continue producing calendars for our customers.
Do you know the difference between Clock Time and Sun Time?
Who knew there was a difference between time measured on sundials and the actual time from the position of the sun in the sky?
September’s Grape Harvest – The Calendar in Medieval Art
Harvest time is upon us as summer draws to an end. We take a look at the beautiful medieval painting of September’s grape harvest in the illustrated manuscript, the Tres Riches Heures.
The Naming of the Months, Gods and Mortals
The month of July is named after Julius Caesar. So why was he singled out for this honour, and what inspired the naming of the other eleven months?
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.
Over 170 years of experience in Long Service Awards
With over 170 years of experience between them, long serving members of staff have been recognised with awards for their service of many years. Meet them here and hear about their stories…..
