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The Beautiful Churches of Rural England

September 30, 2017February 4, 2018 David James

Doomsday is approaching for many rural English churches. The Church of England has warned that dozens of churches will become

Culture Traditions

Prince Harry’s Invictus Games – I am the Captain of my Soul

June 24, 2016May 6, 2019 David James Invictus Games, Prince Harry, royalty

To many, Prince Harry is the quintessential modern Prince—the relatable, accessible philanthropist. Created by Prince Harry, the Invictus Games are

Culture History Traditions

10 Fascinating Facts about the History of Tea in Britain

May 18, 2016August 6, 2017 David James history, tea

Tea’s rise in popularity in Britain coincided with a flowering of intellectual and creative thought that we call the Enlightenment.

British Food History Traditions

10 Surprising Facts About HP Brown Sauce

March 13, 2016July 18, 2017 David James

HP Brown Sauce has been a British favorite condiment for over 100 years. A “Full English” Breakfast just isn’t the

Culture Traditions

The History and Tradition of Social Networking in Britain

March 7, 2016July 7, 2017 David James

In today’s hectic life, there’s always too much that needs doing, isn’t there? And why are deadlines always set for

British Food Culture Traditions

8 Surprising Facts About British Tea Traditions

February 23, 2016July 31, 2017 David James tea, traditions

There’s hardly a more British custom than a nice cup of tea. This magical elixir helps Brits get through the

British Food Traditions

The British Pork Pie—History and Tradition

January 8, 2016June 10, 2017 David James towns

In cockney rhyming slang pork pies, porkie pies, or just porkies, means lies. But rest assured it’s no word of a

Culture History Traditions

Men in Kilts—The History and Tradition

January 7, 2016July 7, 2017 David James

A very odd thing happens when a lady sees men in kilts. She stoops, she crouches … … and there’s

10 Beautiful English Villages
7 Reasons to Fall in Love with Britain’s Beautiful Canals
Exploring the Narrow Streets and Passageways of Cornwall’s Coastal Towns and Villages

7 British Treats for Around £1
Prince Harry’s Invictus Games – I am the Captain of my Soul
10 Regional British Food Favorites From Across the Isles

Cambridge — the ancient city of colleges and scholars
10 Reasons to Love Oxford—the City of Dreaming Spires
10 Beautiful English Market Towns

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