Fun Facts

November

November 5th celebrates the foiling of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605, an attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament.

Newick has celebrated ‘The Fifth’ for at least 150 years. Since 1936 the bonfire celebrations have been organised by Newick Bonfire Society and enjoy a countywide reputation as one of the best and most traditional events in Sussex. The Bonfire Society fund raise all year round and rely on membership revenue, and donations on bonfire night. The Village Green gives Newick’s bonfire night a unique atmosphere, just as it does for our Society’s Annual Show, it is a village tradition held dear. Long may it continue.

November 11th. A minute’s silence to commemorate the end of World War I and honor all those who have died in conflict. The main observance this year is held on Remembrance Sunday, 9th November. 

"November" comes from the Latin word "novem" meaning "nine." It was the ninth month in the original Roman calendar ie before January and February were added. 

The Act of Supremacy was passed by Parliament on November 3rd, 1534, which declared the King of England as the head of the Church of England and severed ties with Rome

In 1919, Nancy Astor was elected as the first female Member of Parliament in the UK. 
Lord Mayor's Show: A large parade and exhibition held in the City of London, usually on the second Saturday of November. 
Men's Mental Health Awareness Month: This is recognised in the UK throughout November. 
November’s birthstones are Citrine and Topaz and the flower is the Chrysanthemum.