The Battle of Britain took place between 10th July and 31st October 1940, an attempt by the German Air Force (Luftwaffe) to destroy the Royal Air Force (RAF) and gain air superiority. The name Battle of Britain came from aRead More
Originally created by artist and illustrator Mary Tourtel, Rupert Bear first appeared in the Daily Express newspaper on November 8 1920. he is certainly one of the most recognisable bears with his checked yellow trousers, scarf and red jersey. RupertRead More
One of the most popular culinary delights to be enjoyed on the Costa del Sol in Malaga is the ‘espeto’ or skewered sardines. A simple, easy-to-prepare dish based on sardines skewered on a bamboo spit that, after being cooked overRead More
In ancient Roman times the territory of present-day Slovenia became a junction and crossroads of several busy and highly important routes – the Roman roads connecting western and coastal areas with the interior and providing a rapid connection to neighbouringRead More
2020 marks the 150th birth anniversary of world-renowned Jersey golfer, Harry Vardon. Vardon became the Champion Golfer of the Year of The Open in 1896, 1898, 1899, 1903, 1911 and then again in 1914, at the age of 44. HeRead More
This set of six delightful stamps have been designed to represent the 125th anniversary of the Snaefell Mountain Railway, a picturesque and historic transport route that ascends the highest peak of our Island, Snaefell. Designed by EJC Design, this setRead More
To mark Rupert Bear’s centenary year we are delighted to announce that Isle of Man Treasury has issued this beautiful five coin collection, which is set to be a must have for any admirer of the bear with the red sweaterRead More