Traditions and everyday life in United KingdomFestivals, family customs, favourite places and everyday traditions, written by members of Global Penfriends who live in United Kingdom. Each cultural keepsake is a short note about life where they are.
1,243 keepsakes from United Kingdom (430 traditions and culture, 813 personal) · page 16 of 42Moments from members' own lives: family traditions, favourite places, hobbies and memories, some from other countries they love.
In year 6 in primary school, I got the opportunity to play as Mary Poppins in my schools production. We had set designers, professional sound system and stage lights, it was amazing. I think that was possibly the best experience…
Shared by Rianna Leigh
Somali weddings hold a special place in my heart as it is filled with beauty. We wear a traditional dresses called “dirac”, a colourful mesh material with patterns, that is accompanied by a scarf called “gabarsaar”. My favourite…
Shared by Harle
In Ireland people love their dogs. An Irish dog is the Irish wolfhound, which is very large, but not seen very often anymore. Border Collie’s(Collie for short) are typically associated with Ireland and with farming in particular…
Shared by ElCommi
In South Africa, a potjiekos, literally translated "small-pot food", is a dish prepared outdoors. It is traditionally cooked in a round, cast iron, three-legged cauldron, the potjie, descended from the Dutch oven brought from the…
Shared by Tom Weald
I met Sarah, my very first penpal on this site, and having never travelled on my own before I decided to take the plunge and meet her and her husband. We decided to meet in Chicago, where we spent the week touring the city and…
Shared by MancBee
Every now and again, I take pleasure in discovering new hidden parks and nature reserves, and as anyone who has lived in London will know - that is rather difficult in such an urban environment. This makes those discoveries even…
Shared by UnknownEntitySunsets on the south coast can be spectacular. As the sun begins its descent, the sky transforms into a living canvas, painted with hues of gold, amber, and soft pinks that deepen into fiery oranges and purples. The sunlight…
Shared by TommyPat
As a gardener for a private estate, my work let's me spend a lot of time experiencing and enjoying Devon county's nature. I see deer, foxes and all kinds of birds on a daily basis (though they are all but impossible to photograph…
Shared by Useless_Things
I live in a town surrounded by countryside but close enough to the cities for a fun day out! I love a little adventure and I love walks! I think people really don’t take the time to explore what’s on their front door step enough!…
Shared by Peachs101
Although not original. Christmas is my most favourite time of the year. I have a multitude of cousins, it is a sight to see us all squished in the front room. On Christmas Eve we eat pheasant casserole and mashed potatoes. The…
Shared by ResidentOfThornfeild
At least once a month me and a small group of friends who don't see each other often get together and most of the time we end up going somewhere away from our starting city (most of the time its no more than 90 minutes away) and…
Shared by miqudnax
My friend and I go for afternoon tea whenever we can, and it’s always such a treat. It’s a timeless experience of savoring delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and an array of sweet treats…
Shared by crstttl
For example! We used to hide a ring at the end of the garden at the end of Christmas on a big tree and then whoever found it first the next Christmas had the biggest pudding! Also kissing under the mistletoe obvs!! Lots of games…
Shared by birdywren
Me and my friends love to go shopping whenever we can, even if we’re broke we love to just look around and try outfits on. I love visiting London to do this as well as Bath, we went there the other day! (They have an amazing…
Shared by elleck
On 1st of March, we give each other a red and white bracelet, which we keep on until we see a stork or the first day of spring (late March). If you see a stork, depending on whether he is flying or in a static position, your year…
Shared by Radi10
Unlike America and other countries in England prom isn’t a massive thing and definitely isn’t surrounded by date culture. However me and my friends decided to go together and have a little get together before . Prom was better…
Shared by Evelyn Ridley
My first solo holiday in Spain. I went to Calella after my trip to Tossa de Mar was cancelled due to the Covid lockdown. Had a wonderful time and will definitely travel solo again. I even practised my basic Spanish… I wanted to…
Shared by Summer Lady
I live in the county of Sutherland in the Highlands of Scotland. I am surrounded by mountains, forests, lochs and the sea. It is a wonderful place to live. Close to nature. I love walking and exploring new places In both…
Shared by Calltainn
In my hometown, I live near a wide and expansive countryside. Its one of the best things about living there. I spent my youth wandering winderly across verdant tracts and silent forests and often walked through a nearby village…
Shared by FakeTerracotta
People who follow a pagan based religion gather at stonehenge and are allowed on the site with the iconic stones to celebrate yule. It is a festive gathering held around the 21st December, the shortest day of the year. It is the…
Shared by Rosie.lea
Easter is a very loved holiday in Bulgaria and there are old traditions we still have to this day. One is the dyeing of eggs - this can be a very creative process, using different types of dye, as well as stamps or techniques to…
Shared by aidos
Scotland the land of the brave they say. And if you could meet my family im sure you would agree that bravery is not always for away for stupidity our traditions is humour and compassion with s dash of tough love. We have shirt…
Shared by Pheobe Halliwell
Founded in 1593 and the second of Scotland's post-medieval 'civic universities', Marischal College stands as the second largest granite building in the world located in the Aberdeen City Center. It has been previously owned by…
Shared by Adeptus
Climbing, like in most countries is a sport that has massively boomed in popularity, more so due to the local brit winning the Olympics. Its an activity that just feels so natural and fun when on the wall but also makes for great…
Shared by benwilki
When I was younger my family and I would all go to my grandmas house every year for Easter. She would hide Easter eggs round her garden and field for us to find and then make us a large lunch/ dinner. My cousins and I would then…
Shared by Lavinia.r-s
Christmas is always special in Nigeria. It’s the one day where everyone puts on their best clothes and shoes. Every house will have loud music booming through the windows and doors. Food with different colours and aroma…
Shared by joyfulfuljoy
The Sleeping Pool (locally known as Chirorodziva, or "Pool of the Fallen") is the breathtaking centerpiece of the Chinhoyi Caves in Zimbabwe. Located at the bottom of a vertical limestone shaft, the pool is renowned for its…
Shared by Infinity01
The lovely cherry tree in my garden: This tree was planted many decades ago to reflect the Victorian’s garden landscape style. It blooms every year in late May. It has beautiful, pom pom like, clusters of bright pink flowers for…
Shared by Quijota
The map is a John Speed map of Wales -where I know live. It reflects two aspects of my life -my marriage to my Cariad, my late Welsh wife and also to my earlier career working in the world of Antique Books and Maps. I always…
Shared by Bibliophile63
A butter pie is a traditional savoury Lancashire delicacy consisting of sliced potatoes, onions, and generous amounts of butter in a shortcrust pastry. Originating in Preston, it is a meat-free "Friday pie" often enjoyed on match…
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