September: England Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning British monarch. She became queen in 1952 when she was only 25 years old and served for more than 70 years, until her death in 2022. During her reign, Britain changed greatly, and she met many prime ministers and world...

September: England Every year on 26 September, Europe celebrates the European Day of Languages. Europe is home to many different languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish and Ukrainian. Many Europeans speak more than one language, and learning languages...

September: England England has a long tradition of seaside holidays, and places such as Brighton, Cornwall and Whitby are famous for their different coastal character. Brighton is known for its lively atmosphere, pebble beach and famous pier, while Cornwall is loved for its dramatic...

September: England Liverpool became world-famous as the birthplace of The Beatles, one of the most influential bands in music history. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr grew up in or around Liverpool and began their musical journey in local clubs. Their success...

September: England Football is much more than a sport in England — it is an important part of everyday culture. England has hundreds of professional and amateur clubs, from famous teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool to smaller local clubs. Stadiums can become incredibly loud on...

September: England Autumn brings noticeable changes to the English landscape. The days become shorter, the air becomes cooler and trees change from green to beautiful shades of yellow, orange and red. English weather in autumn can be unpredictable, with sunny mornings, cloudy afternoons...

September: England H. G. Wells was an English writer who became one of the most important early science-fiction authors. In books such as The Time Machine, The War of the Worlds and The Invisible Man, he imagined technologies and situations that seemed impossible at the time. Wells was...

September: England English school life has several traditions that may look different from schools in other countries. Many pupils wear a school uniform, which can include a shirt, tie, blazer, trousers or a skirt. A typical school day often includes lessons in subjects such as...

September: England In 1066, England was changed forever when William, Duke of Normandy, invaded England and defeated King Harold at the Battle of Hastings. William became known as William the Conqueror and introduced Norman rule. The new rulers built castles across England to control the...

September: England The British monarchy is a long-standing tradition that continues in modern British society. Today, the monarch has a mainly ceremonial and constitutional role, while elected politicians run the government. Royal events, ceremonies and traditions still attract...

September: England England during the time of William Shakespeare was a fascinating period of theatre and cultural change. Shakespeare wrote plays about love, power, friendship, jealousy and ambition. His works were performed in theatres such as the Globe, where people from different...

September: England The Tower of London is one of England’s most famous historic buildings. It has been a royal palace, a fortress and a prison during its long history. Many kings and queens are connected with the Tower, and some famous prisoners were held there. Today, visitors can see...