• Christmas Day

    Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, but also a time when many people feel lonely and isolated. Loneliness can affect anyone, at any age, and it can have a serious impact on our health and wellbeing. According to the Office for National Statistics, almost one in 14 people aged 16 or over in Great […]

  • National Call a Friend Day

      National Call A Friend Day, celebrated on 28th December, is a heart-warming reminder to reconnect with friends and loved ones. In the hustle of everyday life, it’s easy to lose touch, and this day encourages everyone to reach out, share a conversation, and nurture meaningful relationships. A simple phone call can rekindle connections, bring […]

  • Festival of Sleep Day

    We’ve been enjoying forty winks ever since the human race came into existence, but we haven’t always understood it. Early speculation by the Ancient Greeks about the reason for sleep was that it is due to lack of circulation, causing the body to become unconscious for a period of time while it rebalanced. Theorists were […]

  • World Braille Day

    World Braille Day is an international day of awareness to highlight the importance of Braille as a means of communication for blind and visually impaired people. The date, 4 January, is significant as it also marks Louis Braille's birthday in 1809. Louis first presented his tactile system of reading and writing in 1824 when he […]

  • Heritage Treasure’s Day

    Heritage Treasure's Day is marked on January 11th of every year. It’s the perfect day to let everyone know about our unique heritage. It’s also a day to preserve monuments and raise funds for iconic landmarks all over the globe. Conserving wildlife is also part of this day. By raising awareness and educating others about […]

  • Caesarean Section Day

    Caesarean Section Day, also known as C-Section Day, takes place on the 14th January every year. It highlights the importance of this medical procedure and its impact on maternal and infant health and raises awareness about maternity care and surgical interventions during childbirth. This day recognises the importance of C-sections in childbirth, a life-saving surgical […]

  • Brew Monday (BlueMonday)

    The third Monday in January is sometimes referred to as ‘the most difficult day of the year’ but this is a myth. At Samaritans, they know there’s no such thing as ‘Blue Monday’ – we all have our good days and our bad days, and those aren’t for the calendar to decide. So lets say […]

  • International Day of Acceptance

    International Day of Acceptance takes place on the 20th of January every year as a powerful reminder of the importance of social acceptance and the inclusion of people with disabilities. This day is dedicated to fostering a more inclusive society that recognises the abilities, contributions, and rights of all individuals, regardless of their physical or […]