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Shrove Tuesday

Atherstone, Warwickshire, UK. 5th March 2019. Pictured: The ball is thrown out of a first floor window of Barclays Bank into the waiting crowd.

Customs Uncovered: Atherstone Ball Game

One the UK's oldest surviving traditions, the Atherstone Ball Game in Warwickshire kicks off at 2pm today. Be there at your peril.

Pancake Day, celebrated in London with a pile of pancakes and golden syrup

Customs, Rituals and Traditions

Customs uncovered: Pancake Day and Shrove Tuesday

Pancake Day, or Shrove Tuesday, was traditionally as much about sporting events as it was about stuffing your belly with fritters. Here's what you need to know.

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