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Commonwealth Day is held on the second Monday in March, and is celebrated in the association of countries (that was formerly part of the British Empire) that now makes up the Commonwealth of Nations.
Today the Commonwealth comprises 53 independent states, including 32 republics, 16 constitutional monarchies that recognise the British monarch as their Head of State, and five monarchies (Brunei, Darussalam, Malaysia, Swaziland, Tonga and Lesotho). Read the full story »
International Women’s Day 2010
In 2009, with the theme Women and Men United to End Violence Against Women and Girls, International Women’s Day (IWD) inspired new heights of success with 984 events organised over 64 countries. …
Saint David’s Day, National Day of Wales
The only day in the year when you can wear a leek in your buttonhole, Saint David’s Day falls on 1st March and marks the death on 1st March …
Looking for York restaurants for Valentine’s Day? Look no further! We’ve put together as many menus as we could find for York Valentine’s Day 2010.
If you would like your restaurant, bar or pub Valentine’s event …
York Walls Audio Tour
Any trip to York has to include an excursion along the walls. Dating back 2000 years the ancient fortifications are perhaps – with the exception of York Minster – the defining monument …
Otherworld – York’s Most Haunted Venue
Enter the realms of the Otherworld if you dare: be forever trapped within the warren of rooms that exist in the gaunt building, with its oppressive atmosphere and dank corridors …
National Trust: Treasurer’s House, Minster Yard
Nestling in the shadows of the gothic York Minster on Chapterhouse Street, this elegant and beautiful house was the former residence of the Treasurers of York Minster – a post …
YorkBoat – York City Cruise
Welcome aboard the YorkBoat City Cruise, York’s longest established cruise operator.
Departing from boarding points both within and outside the city, there are many cruise options available during daytime and …
The Yorkshire Foundation
The Yorkshire Foundation is dedicated to serving the county with community and education initiatives, and operates as a registered charity with HRH The Duke of York as its Patron.
There are more than 60 …