Anglo-File

Tips and tidbits for travel and for fun

Nothing to Grouse About Here

Nothing to Grouse About Here

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In full service dress as colonel-in-chief of the Welsh Guards, Prince Charles tried his hand at paintball when meeting soldiers during a ceremonial presentation at their cavalry barracks in Hounslow ahead of their deployment to Afghanistan. The Prince of Wales proved an adept marksman, hitting targets consistently with one hand. And a good time was had by all.[/caption]

The British Heritage
PUZZLER

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Last issue we queried: “It was England’s last battle featuring opposing mounted knights in full plate armor. The king is dead; long live the king!”
On August 22, 1485, King Richard III met Henry Tudor in Leicestershire at what became known as the Battle of Bosworth Field. Many historians regard the event as the last proper medieval battle. Richard was ambushed and killed on the field. Advantage, and kingdom, to Henry Tudor, Earl of Richmond, who assumed the crown as King Henry VII.
Now, this is puzzling. The Celtic church received its death knell here, and this is where the vampire craze began. Good fish & chips, too.

Yes, do play the Puzzler with aplomb. Join a cast of many and play the Puzzler. Email your answer to:
[email protected].
All entries are acknowledged.

Sites for the Savvy

• www.thediamondjubilee.org Official website of the year of Jubilee
• www.london2012.com
  Follow all the Olympic news and action

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• www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk
  Check out UK weather anytime
• www.dailymail.co.uk
  The best of the tabloid news websites
• www.visitbritain.com
  Official tourism website is comprehensive and fun
• www.highclerecastle.co.uk
  Visit the real-life Downton Abbey

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Diamond Jubilee Weekend

Saturday, June 2
Jubilee weekend begins
with the Queen attending the Epsom Derby.

Sunday, June 3
Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant
More than 1,000 boats from around the world process down the River Thames, led by the Queen in the Royal Barge. Around the country, millions are expected to toast the Queen’s reign in street parties and garden parties in the Big Jubilee Lunch.

Monday, June 4
Diamond Jubilee Concert
A live BBC concert at Buckingham Palace features an A-list of British musical icons including Dame Shirley Bassey, Sir Paul McCartney and Tom Jones. Across the country, thousands of beacons will light up the sky that night to commemorate the Queen’s 60-year reign.

Tuesday, June 5
Service of Thanksgiving
A service of Thanksgiving at St. Paul’s Cathedral and a grand luncheon will culminate in a royal carriage procession with much pomp and circumstance.

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Pennywise

Here’s a Tip

TIPPING IN BRITAIN ISN’T THAT TOUGH, but it does count. First, you never tip in a pub – either for food or drink. It’s just not done; after all, the landlord is your host. In restaurants, watch the bill. Many (but not all) restaurants, particularly in the cities, follow the European custom of adding a service charge to the bill–i.e., the tip is included in the tab. In that case, a few extra coins for pleasant service are generous and appreciated (and many Brits wouldn’t bother). Taxis, yes, 15 percent is pro forma, more is generous. In hotels, tip the porter a pound a bag for lugging to/fro your room, and a pound for any room service deliveries. And as anywhere, it is gracious to reward service personnel who go above and beyond the call of duty on your behalf.

Keeping in Touch

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We are always delighted to hear from British Heritage readers–and to occasionally pass along the enthusiasms and travel tips you share. Our posting address is 19300 Promenade Drive, Leesburg, VA 20176. Most folk these days, however, conveniently email us at [email protected].

THANK YOU SO MUCH for your assistance! I know what I saw in 2009, I really loved. I enjoy my British Heritage. The only problem is, I really don’t know the areas and can’t relate to some things. Your map in the front with stories highlighted helps, but I really need to spend more time there to get a better understanding.
Lee Edgerton
Williamsburg, Va.

Coming Up in British Heritage:

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• Prehistory at Flag Fen


• This Old House at Longleat


• Where the Normans Made Their Mark


• Fish & Chips Anyone?


• British Heritage visits Downton Abbey