Can woggle hopping be classed as a British custom? Probably not, but it still deserves a mention as an eccentric activity that briefly caught the public imagination.
It’s not every year you get to write about leap years, for rather obvious reasons. So we thought we ought to jump on the chance in 2024.
Of all the esoteric traditions and rituals that take place across the UK, the Cooper’s Hill cheese rolling contest is...
Bampton Morris dancing is known worldwide for its extraordinary lineage. We chat to one of the tradition bearers and dig into the history.
As Halwyn Folk release a new video exploring Old Christmas, we take a look at some of the commonly asked questions around Twelfth Night.
Once a year, over the long Spring Bank Holiday weekend, the occupants of Combe Martin, the Earl of Rone Council, and a fair number of spectators enact this fascinating tradition. Alex Hurr takes a deep dive into its history, but warns of distinct fever-dream vibes along the way.
Walking bush, Jack in the Green, has a history dating back to the early 1800s. Here's how the character came into being.
Everything you ever wanted to know about the maypole tradition, but were too uncomfortable to ask.
Discover the enduring tradition of the Tichborne Dole, a charitable act dating back to the 12th century, offering blessed flour (and curses) to Hampshire locals.
A brief look at the custom known as Bringing in the May, the night before May Day, when nature ran riot.
The Salisbury Giant is a rare example of a processional giant from the late medieval period, commonly associated with midsummer celebrations.
St Agnes Day was traditionally a time when young women were able to bring about visions of their future lovers and husbands. Here's how...
