Where do participants carry a specially-built Viking longship?
to its final resting place
What is the length of the distance that participants of bog snorkelling have to cover?
110 metres
When do Shetland people celebrate their Viking heritage?
on the last Tuesday of January
When the Egremont fair was established?
in 1267
It was described as an ancient tradition by the local newspaper in 1852.
The World Gurning Championship
The event has been held since 1880s.
Up Helly Aa
Participants are encouraged to wear fancy dress at ... championship.
bog snorkelling
When does bog snorkelling started?
in 1976
The highlight of the celebration is the burning of a specially-built Viking longship.
Up Helly Aa
Who created Burning the Clocks festival?
a community arts charity
How much does the winner in Cheese Rolling Race receive?
10 pounds
Where does Cheese Rolling Race take place?
near Gloucester
It marks the shortest day of the year
Burning the clocks festival
It is an example of a modern custom based on a unique sporting event that is not taken too seriously.
Bog snorkelling
This event takes place every August Bank Holiday
Bog snorkelling
How much does cheese weigh?
9 pounds
When is the gurning competition held?
on the third Saturday in September
Unfortunately, it is by no means a safe competition: both participants and spectators are injured every year.
Cheese Rolling Race
It is held in Brighton on 21 December
Burning the clocks
What are the rules for the gurning chmpionship?
Participants put their heads through a horse collar and make faces. The uglier, the better.