Category Archives: Events and Occasions
Royal Ascot: Over 300 Years of Style and Spectacle
Taking place in June each year, Royal Ascot offers a thrilling combination of world-class horse racing, royal pageantry and high fashion. Around 300,000 visitors flock to Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire every year for this iconic five-day spectacle. With its close links to the Royal Family, and a vibrant atmosphere that combines sport, style and tradition, it has become a key event in the British sporting calendar.
Commemorating the First Ascent of Mount Everest
On 29 May 1953, Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa mountaineer Tenzing Norgay made history by becoming the first men to reach the summit of Mount Everest. This remarkable feat captured the world’s attention and became one of the key events of the 20th century. This is the story of their epic achievement.
Celebrating The 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Queen Elizabeth II
On 21 April 2026, Queen Elizabeth II would have celebrated her 100th birthday. Notably the longest reigning monarch in British history, she was a much-loved and respected figurehead for the UK and the Commonwealth. She reigned for 70 years and was widely recognised for her calm resilience, strong sense of duty and unwavering dedication to public service.
International Women’s Day: A Celebration of Women in Business
In the UK International Women’s Day has gained interest, notably due to the rise in women in business with FTSE Women Leaders Review revealing women now hold 43% of board positions with the FTSE 350.
Valentine’s Day Traditions in the UK
Valentine’s Day is traditionally associated with romantic gestures, the exchange of cards, and last-minute scrambles to buy flowers and chocolates for loved ones. Yet behind the familiar images of hearts and roses lies a tradition which stretches back to Victorian Britain. Celebrated each year on 14 February, Valentine’s Day has a history that is richer and more surprising than it first appears.
The Origins of New Year’s Resolutions
January is traditionally a time when we make New Year’s resolutions, whether that’s to adopt a healthier lifestyle, take up a new hobby or give up an old habit. But where does this tradition come from? And why do we make our resolutions in January?
