Special Days in April 2010

British Life & Culture

Calendar of Special Events & Celebrations

by Mandy Barrow

Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec

British Culture
homepage
Blog
Calendars
Facts and figures
- Introduction
- The United Kingdom
- Great Britain
  - England
  - Scotland
  - Wales
- Identity
- London
- Union Flag
- Trade
  - Industries
  - Economy
- Religion
- Multiculture
- Population
- Weather
A-Z of Britain
Customs & traditions
Britain today
- Main index
- Identity
- Teenagers
- Population
- Religion
- Multiculture
- Social Class
- Stereotypes
- Language
- Names
Daily Life
- Main index
- Cost of living
- Family life
- Houses
- Transport
- Shops
- Pubs
- Weddings
Etiquette
Monarchy
Government
Education
Tourist Information
- Essentials
- Money
- Landmarks
- Do's and Don'ts
- Time
Food and drink
- Main index
- Meal times
- Main dishes
- Puddings
- Afternoon Tea
- Pies
- Cheeses
- Eating Etiquette
Sports and leisure
- Sports
- Leisure activities
History
- Timeline
- Kings and Queens
Glossary

Special Days in April
Easter 2012

Facts and Sayings about April | Interactive Calendars 2012

when is .... what date is .... what happens on ..... the date of ... easter 2010.... good friday....,
April Fool's Day A day of jokes and tricks. You have to play the joke before 12 o’clock midday, otherwise the joke is on you.	1 Apr	1 Apr	1 Apr
Palm Sunday ( Christian Festival) Christian celebration of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. The day begins Holy Week. It is observed by worship celebrations and parades using palm branches.	17 Apr	1Aprl	24 Apr
Queen's Birthday (actual date and a private celebration) It is traditional for soldiers to fire cannons to celebrate royal birthdays or other national events. The Queen has an "official" birthday in June which is marked by the Trooping the Colour ceremony.	21 Apr	21 Apr	21 Apr
St George's Day (Patron Saint of England) It is the church festival of St. George, regarded as England’s national day (although not an official bank holiday). On this day some patriotic English people wear a rose pinned to their jackets.	23 Apr	23 Apr	23 Apr
Maundy Thursday ( Christian Festival) Christians remember the Last Supper, when Jesus met with his followers before he was betrayed by Judas and was captured by the Romans.	21 Apr	5 Apr	28 March
Good Friday (Bank Holiday / Public Holiday) (Christian Festival) Christians remember the death of Jesus Christ, who was crucified (killed on a cross) by the Romans. Christian churches hold special services, and are often decorated with flowers.	22 Apr	6 Apr	29 March
Easter Sunday (Easter Day) (Christian Festival) The most holy of Christian sacred days. The day commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from his death by crucifixion. Observances include worship services beginning at sunrise, special music, feasting, and parades.	24 Apr	8 Apr	31 March
Easter Monday (Christian Festival) (Bank Holiday / Public Holiday)	25 Apr	9 Apr	1 Apr
Hop Monday Hops were introduced into England in the first quarter of the 16th century by Flemish immigrants. The first English book written about hop growing by Reynolds Scot, was published in 1574. It recommends that poles be errected in the spring as soon as the hops are above the ground.	25 Apr	9 Apr	1 Apr

March May

January	February	March	April
May	June	July	August
September	October	November	December

© Copyright - please read
All the materials on these pages are free for educational use only. You may not redistribute, sell or place the content of this page on any other website or blog without written permission from Mandy Barrow, Woodlands Junior School.