The Latest News & Views from Rose Calendars
Interesting information and news about relevant dates and events, with facts relating to topical or seasonal themes. We explore the sources of historic events, festivals and celebrations from around the world and look at why these take place and where they originate.
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…..
Traditional Business Wins Award with Marriage’s 2016 Calendar
We recently caught up with our customer W & H Marriage & Sons to hear all about the tradition of their milling business and how their bespoke calendar won an award for Excellence in Digital Production.
The FA Cup
With the FA Cup semi-final last weekend, we take a look at the history of this competition. From the places the final has been played, to the iconic trophy itself, football takes centre stage in anticipation of the final to be played on 21st May 2016.
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.
Feel Good Factor at National Calendar Awards
This week saw the prestigious National Calendar Awards in London. See how we got on and news of a new student award sponsored by Rose Calendars.
