Yesterday was my baptism of fire into the annual west Cumbrian tradition that is the Uppies and Downies. Now, while… Read more Uppies and Downies and other strange British traditions
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Could this be the last Penrith Winter Droving?
On Saturday I visited Penrith for what could potentially be the last Winter Droving festival. The annual event attracts thousands… Read more Could this be the last Penrith Winter Droving?
The World Gurning Championships
This weekend I witnessed two Guinness world records when I visited the Egremont Crab Fair. Ever since I first moved… Read more The World Gurning Championships
Hood’s goin’ Loco as men hold sway
In North Lincolnshire there is an odd tradition to mark Twelfth Night where regulars from four pubs in the Isle… Read more Hood’s goin’ Loco as men hold sway
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