Ohhh, Mother Nature knew that it was British Week because she gifted us rain that has been falling off and on today.

Seen in the photo just above (perhaps to the right), captures what instantly comes to mind when I think of Britain – gardens. Lush, vibrant and full of various ‘rooms’ of Mother Nature’s seasonal beauty. And of course, beckoning spots to sit and relax, such as this brilliant green outdoor loveseat. Add a hot cuppa (because the rain was falling when I took the photo), bring along a good book or magazine, and this vignette is ideally British in my mind. Where this was captured was at Schreiner’s Iris Garden, and later in this week’s schedule of post, I will share a full tour post (video and photos) of this special place. But first!

Pour a favorite pot of tea, nestle in and get ready for a week of British comforts!

Yep, this year’s British Week is all about how we cosy in and welcome comforts inspired by the British culture, because whether or not you have a trip planned to the UK, all of us who call ourselves Anglophiles can enjoy being inspired right at home.

As long-time readers of TSLL will know, this week (May 17-24 – always the third full week in May) becomes your destination to enjoy popping ’round each day, twice a day, to discover something British-inspired – from exploring British characters and entertainment, travel recommendations and ideas, trusted as well as new brands worth exploring, food & drink, clothing and anything that might be of interest to Anglophiles. Look forward to two new posts each day this week, starting today through Saturday. Then, on Sunday, May 24th, the concluding post will share the five winners of the giveaways (one is open to everyone who is a subscriber to the free weekly newsletter).

So, let’s begin, shall we? First, let me walk you through special opportunities not to miss during this week. And then further down below, you will be introduced to the first giveaway and the first post of TSLL’s 8th Annual British Week!

TSLL British-Theme Notepads on Sale!

As has become a new tradition here during British and French Week, TSLL’s notepads that include a themed illustration of British culture (in this week’s case) are on sale. For non-members, you can save 10% off the notepads when you use coupon 10BRITWK now through Sunday, May 24th, and if you are a TOP Tier member, check your inbox, as I have just sent an email newsletter with a special promo code that will save you 20% off. Save up to 20% off all A Cuppa Ideas notepads, and any bundle in which they are included. (Shop and explore all of the notepads and bundles here.)

Each of the notepads have 50 pages and a magnet on the back. The illustrations are exclusive to TSLL and were created by Sarah Lœcker (A Cuppa Ideas).

The 1st Giveaway!

Now to the first giveaway!

We are focused on comfort during this week’s British festivities, and so each giveaway will offer a way to welcome comfort into our daily lives. For giveaway #1, a lucky winner will receive a design of their choice (oodles to choose from), as well as lined or unlined Commonplace Book. And you can learn all about what exactly a Commonplace Book is here.

Would you like to enjoy British Week without becoming a recurring paying member? That is available! You may also purchase a Guest Membership so you can enjoy all of this week’s content, including entering the giveaways, for only $11, enjoying one full month, and all the TOP Tier membership benefits. It’s non-recurring, so it will not renew unless you would like to.

The 1st Post of the 8th Annual British Week

Here’s to celebrating all this British! And I’ve already got Hercule Poirot playing in the background and a cuppa tea on my tea table. What are you waiting for? ☺️ Go make yourself a cuppa and let’s get started with the first post, “40 British Exports (Pantry Items Too!) I Savor in My Everydays“.

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~Catch up and explore past British Weeks on the designated page (see in the screenshot below where to find it on the blog), but you can also click here. ☺️

1. Hover over ‘Anglophiles’ in the Menu Bar just below the header of the blog. A drop-down menu will appear. Click on British Weeks.

2) You will be taken to this page – Annual British Week

3) All past British Weeks are listed. Click on the year and then all posts will be shared for you to peruse.

4) A Few of the posts shared during British Week 2025

Explore all of the Posts shared during this year’s British Week