https://padlet.com/ksvbgv/h9oleynstainer8k en-us 2022-10-30 09:43:16 UTC 2026-03-14 10:42:39 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f3f4-e0067-e0062-e0065-e006e-e0067-e007f.png ksvbgv https://padlet.com/ksvbgv/h9oleynstainer8k/wish/2362008908 On this day Christians remember the death of Jesus on a cross (his "crucifixion"), so churches in all parts of the country have special services. Personally, I would like to attend this holiday to learn more about the traditions which take place in the UK on this day. At first, I would take part in an annual religious service called the Crucifixion on Victoria Street in London. As the Big Ben strikes midday, a man walks, carrying a wooden cross at the front of a silent procession along Victoria Street. There is then a service in Westminster Abbey which is based on the theme of the crucifixion. Afterward, I would go to the Priory Church of St Bartholomew the Great. There's held an event called the Distribution of the Butterworth Charity, when several baskets of buttered hot cross buns are given out. Additionally, I would be delighted to see the performance of a traditional English form of folk dance called "Morris dancing" on one of the London streets.

]]> 2022-10-30 12:18:04 UTC https://padlet.com/ksvbgv/h9oleynstainer8k/wish/2362008908 ksvbgv https://padlet.com/ksvbgv/h9oleynstainer8k/wish/2362011012 This date is observed in memory of England's patron saint, St George so, in a sense, this is England's national day. The legend goes that St. George saved a princess from the clutches of a dragon, and therefore, his deeds have been celebrated for centuries. I would prefer to celebrate this holiday at Trafalgar Square in London. At noon, a festive parade begins here, in which royal guards, citizens in flag-colored costumes, national orchestras, and actors in the armour of Medieval knights take part. For me, it would be a crime to miss the food fair that is traditionally unfolding there. Besides, musicians, circus performers, and comedians perform all day at Trafalgar Square. Thus, I would have a great time eating purely English gastronomic delights and watching various entertainment programs.

]]> 2022-10-30 12:22:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ksvbgv/h9oleynstainer8k/wish/2362011012 ksvbgv https://padlet.com/ksvbgv/h9oleynstainer8k/wish/2362032486 Royal Oak Day (Oak Apple Day) is a local holiday celebrated in some parts of England on May 29th to commemorate the restoration of His Royal Highness, King Charles II, to the throne in May 1660. The celebration honours the quick wit of King Charles II, who escaped soldiers by seeking refuge in an oak tree. I would go to Northampton to celebrate it, as the citizens of it still remember King Charles II, who provided the city with one thousand tons of timber from the Royal forests of Whittlewood after a great fire almost razed the town in 1675. I would have to get to Charles II's statue to have a look at how the garland of oak-apples is being laid there and even have a chance to participate in this activity. In addition, some citizens decorate their home entrances with oak apple branches and leaves. In my view, it is an important date in the history of England that needs to be remembered and celebrated.

]]> 2022-10-30 13:03:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ksvbgv/h9oleynstainer8k/wish/2362032486 ksvbgv https://padlet.com/ksvbgv/h9oleynstainer8k/wish/2362239080 It has long been customary to celebrate the sovereign’s birthday in the summer. The reason is that the weather conditions are the most suitable for a grand celebration precisely during this season of the year. Since 1805, the monarch's official birthday has been marked by the Trooping the Colour ceremony and a fly-past over Buckingham Palace. In addition to this, the monarch’s birthday Honours List is announced, the Union Flag is flown from the government buildings, and gun salutes are fired at noon. Frankly speaking, I am not sure if the official birthday of the newly minted King Charles III is going to be held in exactly the same way as Queen Elizabeth II's. Consequently, I am curious to know if the King's official birthday will be celebrated differently. Nonetheless, on this particular day, I am going to get to Buckingham Palace to see the Trooping the Colour ceremony live. Moreover, I would be delighted if I had a chance to see members of the royal family join the king on the balcony of Buckingham Palace for a Royal Air Force fly-past. By the way, I would also write a letter with birthday wishes to His Majesty, King Charles III, in advance, as I know that the response-waiting period is quite long.

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