Samuel Pepys was born in Salisbury Court just off Fleet Street, on this day – 23 February 1633. On New Year’s Eve 1666 he wrote in his famous diary we “One thing I reckon remarkable in my owne condition is, that I am come to abound in good plate, so as at all entertainments to be served wholly with silver plates, having two dozen and a half”. Most people used plate made of pewter. Very little 17th century silver, of…
At this time of year, a true Scot will be looking forward to Burns Night on the 25th January and the accompanying celebrations. Recognised as one of Scotland’s greatest poets, Burns was…
Finding celebrity silver weddings to write about becomes increasingly difficult with each passing year. Many famous couples married in 1996…but not many of these marriages have survived 25-years. 26th April – Vitali…
The BBC’s adaptation of Normal People, currently showing on BBC 3, has won praise for its tender and realistic depiction of young love. However, along with the popularity of the series and the…
Being smartly dressed is a phrase that changes its meaning every few years. 60-years ago almost all men wore hats every day of the week. They are rarely seen on heads nowadays.…
No one is completely certain when horoscopes first came into being, but from the earliest of times, the zodiac has been used to predict or reflect characteristics of personality, whether from the…
It’s nearly Easter, so it’s time to think about the history of the Easter egg and gifts that might be suitable for an Easter present. But first, why do we have eggs…
Ahh Mother’s!! Ambidextrous with the many roles they play, we’re often in awe that one person can be so much to so many; have the answer to everything, measured advice when it’s…
If you are looking for a special gift for your loved one on Valentine’s Day you should look no further than a piece of silver jewellery, or other silver gift, because while…
Finding celebrity silver weddings becomes increasingly difficult with each passing year. Many famous couples married in 1994…but not that many marriages have survived 25-years.…