Legends

Britain is a country full of history, traditions and legendary heroes. Their heroic deeds have long been celebrated in films and  books.Some of these heroes were kings, others were thieves but most of them were brave, fair and noble. Did they really exist or are they nothing but fictional heroes that became world famous thanks to people's imagination? Let's find out about the legends of ...

King Arthur

The legendary King of the Britons crowned by  Merlin .The king who ruled Britan in the Dark Ages. The medieval King who fought bravely for his kingdom.The King who, being one of the Knights of the Round Table, was a man of courage, honour, dignity, courtesy and nobleness.  The King loved by his people and betrayed by his beloved Guinevere and by his best friend  Sir Lancelot . The King who lived in a violent world surrounded by evil and protected by magic.The King who set off in his quest for the Holy Grail and sought refuge in the enchanted Camelot. 

Robin Hood

The legend of the 'Prince of Thieves', who robbed the rich to pay the poor. A nobleman who became an outlaw just because he refused to live by the laws of the corrupt Sheriff of Nottingham. A hero who fought at the crusades and who supported the true King of England, Richard, the Lionheart, till the end. A hero who lived in the Sherwood Forest with his friends, Little John and Friar Tuck, and a band of merry outlaws. A story of courage, boldness and true heroism. A story of eternal love for Lady Marian ...

Valentine

Every February we celebrate Valentine's Day by giving flowers, candy and cards to those we love. What is the origin of this tradition? Do we celebrate this day in honour of Saint Valentine? You may be wondering ... " Who is Saint Valentine?" Or is it poor Valentine's fault? Again you may be wondering ..."Who is poor Valentine?"  Time to brush up on Valentine's history!

The Monster of Loch Ness

Have you ever heard of the Loch Ness Monster affectionately known as Nessie? Legend says she (it is popularly believed to be female) lives in Loch Ness, Scotland. People driving along the side of Loch Ness have often reported seeing the Monster. What did they really see? Some people say Nessie is a dinosaur that is still alive. Others say there is no Monster, only waves on the surface of the lake. Many searches have been made, but the Loch is dark and deep. No proof has ever been found, either way.  Does the  Loch Ness Monster really exist or is it just fiction?