Apr 25, 2022 | Blog, Hall of Names Information, Historical Events, In The News
We are excited to announce that our special Platinum Jubilee Mug is now available. Customers can create a unique personal memento of this very special occasion! Her Majesty celebrates 70 years on the throne! Queen...
Feb 26, 2019 | Blog, Celtic Roots, Historical Events, Welsh Names and History
Who was St David? Many people have heard of St David’s Day: it is celebrated on March 1st every year, to mark his death on this day in 589. It is when David, as the patron saint of Wales is honoured. To celebrate, we have put together some top facts about this...
Feb 14, 2019 | Blog, Historical Events, In The News
When decimalisation happened on February 15th 1971, it brought about a massive change to the British currency. Britain was not the first to convert to a decimal form of currency – for example Russia and France already used decimal currency systems, and had done...
Feb 6, 2019 | Blog, Historical Events
On February 6th 1918, votes for women finally became a reality. During the years of the First World War, up to 2 million women had proven that they were just as capable as men at doing traditionally ‘male’ jobs. However, the vote was only given to women...
Jan 30, 2019 | Blog, Family Celebrations and Weddings, Historical Events
Valentine’s Day is a special time of year, when romance and love are celebrated with gifts such as flowers, chocolates and cards. Many people also choose other personal gifts to display affection. But have you ever wondered how Valentine’s Day all started...
Jan 22, 2019 | Blog, Historical Events, In The News
Sir Winston Churchill, one of the world’s most iconic leaders, passed away on this day in history, shortly after 8am on Sunday 24th January 1965. He had suffered an extreme stroke and passed away at his home. Coincidentally, it was 70 years to the day since the...
