Daily entries from the 17th century London diary
I’ve just added another little piece of period data to the sidebar, which you’ll see on all diary entries from 11 November 1668 onwards: A brief description of the day’s weather, taken from John Gadbury’s London Weather Diary. That particular day, for example, was described as “Great winds and rain at night”.
These descriptions are taken from Keith J Tinkler’s formidable Daily Weather page which has lots more historical data on it.
Unfortunately Gadbury only began his diary a little while before Pepys finished his, but it should add some colour to the remaining months.
1 comment | Permalink | Saturday 12 November 2011 | New features
As most of you are probably aware, the diary ends next year. (Apologies if this is a spoiler for you, but I fear this particular surprise is unavoidable.) It would be great to see Sam off with a gathering in London for anyone who’s able to make it.
So, a date for your diary: Saturday 26th May 2012. I don’t have a precise plan yet, but consider that a definite date on which anyone who’s able to be in London can celebrate Sam, Elizabeth, the diary and the past nine-and-a-bit years.
I’m currently thinking of maybe a guided walk of Pepys’ London in the afternoon and a dinner together in the evening. Any other suggestions are very welcome!
At some point nearer the time I’ll need to know how many people will be able to make it, but that’s not necessary right now — I just thought some advance warning would be good for anyone hoping to come over from far afield!
I’ll post further updates both here and on the discussion group. If you have any questions or concerns, do post a comment below, or email me directly.
20 comments | Permalink | Sunday 27 November 2011 | Events