Well it’s here again! The 21st FIFA World Cup 2018 is just around the corner and the fever is building...Who doesn’t love The World Cup? Thursday 14th June sees hosts Russia kick off the tournament against relative minnows Saudi Arabia, with the nation’s fingers being collectively crossed for England’s first game against Tunisia on Monday June 18th! Holders Germany begin...
The 2018 FIFA World Cup draw at the beginning of December saw the teams that will be featuring in the group stage decided. This stage of the competition is when everything heats up and with the 21st FIFA World Cup being held in Russia, this is sure to be an exciting competition! So, there are 32 teams in the competition and...
In recent years the popularity of Oktoberfest has grown and grown to the point where numerous UK cities now run their own versions - But what exactly is it and why all the fuss? Oktoberfest is the most famous folk, food, music and beer festival in the world and takes place in Munich this year between Saturday September 16th...
September 7th sees the big kick off of the 2017/18 NFL season when the defending Super Bowl champion New England Patriots host the Kansas City Chiefs. Fans from around the world will tune in (irrespective of time zones) as the sport’s popularity continues to boom, no more so than in the UK. Drama, Turkey, Melting pots, Barbecues & Violence...
The drought is over! If, like me, you have been counting the days since the football season ended then it’s time to stop pretending you’ve always liked tennis, athletics or beach volleyball because the mighty Premier League is back at last! On Friday August 11th Arsene Wenger’s much-maligned Arsenal kicked off proceedings by hosting Leicester, who will be trying to...
We are almost there! Summer is fast approaching and that can only mean one thing, cold drinks, good music and festivals. What better way to spend the good weather than enjoying the great atmosphere of a British festival in the sun? From the famous Glastonbury to the popular Leeds Festival, everyone wants a ticket to the hottest events this...
Saturday 24th June The annual Armed Forces Day on Saturday 24th June is rapidly approaching and it is always an occasion that does not disappoint with celebrations and events held up and down the country. This is your opportunity to show your support for all of the brave men and women that make our armed forces so great, honouring...
Alderney Homecoming Day is celebrated on the 15th December. During WWII, the Channel Islands were the only part of the British Territory to be occupied by the Germans. In June 1940, with only 12 hours’ notice, almost the entire population of Alderney, approx.1500 people, were evacuated due to an impending invasion from German forces. Most evacuees went on the six...
The first Bedfordshire County Day was held on 28th November 2015. In 2014, The Friends of Bedfordshire Society organised a campaign to help select a date for ‘Bedfordshire Day’. This date was for the county of Bedfordshire to celebrate their love of the county, its history and culture. Suggestions were put forward and a poll went live from 1st December...
St Andrew’s Day is celebrated on 30th November. As the biting cold of winter approaches and the dark nights draw in let’s raise a warm toast with Scotland to celebrate St Andrews Day. Saint Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland and has been for over 1000 years. Saint Andrew is believed to have been a fisherman and one of...
