Tradition4 days agoThe strangest traditions and events in the southFrom bun throwing to nettle eating, the south celebrates some of the country’s most unusual traditions.4 days ago6 days agoFuture of historic common ridings 'in jeopardy'The events - many of which go back centuries - are coming under increased financial pressure.6 days ago6 days agoPlayers set for town's first 2026 mass football gameThe traditional mass football game, which dates back hundreds of years, returns on Good Friday.6 days ago17 Feb 2026Seaside Skipping Day 'as popular as it was 30 years ago'Hundreds of people took part in Scarborough's Skipping Day, an annual event first recorded in 1903.17 Feb 202615 Feb 2026Celebrating St Piran's Day: All you need to knowSt Piran's Day is on 5 March and is celebrated with parades, live music and community events.15 Feb 202617 Jan 2026Everything you need to know about wassailingInvolving cider, toast and a song or two, wassailing's history dates back centuries. 17 Jan 202613 Jan 2026Why is one part of Wales celebrating new year in January?Hen Galan - or the old new year - is still being celebrated to this day in Gwaun Valley.13 Jan 20264 Jan 2026Children help keep centuries old tradition aliveLocal schoolchildren are making hats for the Haxey Hood in North Lincolnshire.4 Jan 20262 Jan 2026Crowds brave cold to keep Scrambling traditionMore than 50 children take part in the annual scramble for sweets in Driffield town centre.2 Jan 2026...
