What is Shrove Tuesday? The History of Pancake Day in Britain
Uncover the history behind Shrove Tuesday and the enduring traditions of Pancake Day. From medieval confession and fasting to the rise of lemon and sugar pancakes, this blog explores the religious roots, historic recipes and Buckinghamshire’s famous Olney Pancake Race, revealing how a simple pancake connects us to centuries of faith, thrift and community celebration.
The Historic Origins of Halloween
Discover the ancient roots of Halloween at Chiltern Open Air Museum. Learn how the Celtic festival of Samhain evolved into today’s celebration of pumpkins, lanterns, and trick-or-treating. Explore centuries of autumn traditions that honour harvest, remembrance, and community as the year turns from light to dark.
Harvest Festivities in the Chilterns
Discover the history of harvest festivities in the Chilterns.
Wassailing Through History: A Gift to Bring Good Harvests
Wassailing is an Anglo-Saxon tradition. On January 5th, the Twelfth Night, people would gather to take part. The landowner greeted the guests with the toast waes hael, meaning be well. He then passed around the wassail drink for everyone to have some.
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