England · Born 12 July 927
England turns 1,100.
On 12 July 927, Æthelstan forged one kingdom from many and became the first king of all England. Eleven centuries later — on 12 July 2027 — she turns 1,100. Here’s the countdown, the story, and the colours.
The age of England
… seconds since England was born, 12 July 927 — and counting.
Counting down to her 1100th birthday
Cross-party MPs are calling for a one-off bank holiday on 12 July 2027. See where it stands →
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The history, the celebration, the tools — and the shop.
England's 1100th Birthday
What happened on 12 July 927, why 2027 matters, and what's being planned across the country.
Explore →The historyThe First King of England
Æthelstan — grandson of Alfred, the man who forged one kingdom from many. The story they forgot.
Explore →The toolFind Your Anglo-Saxon Name
Discover the Old English name behind your own — then wear it. A bit of fun with real roots.
Explore →Coming soonThe Shop
“Est. 927”, county pride, and the St George's cross — printed on demand, shipped from England.
Explore →The campaignIs 12 July 2027 a Bank Holiday?
MPs are calling for a one-off bank holiday to mark the day. Here's where it stands.
Explore →Coming soonClaim Your Shire
Raise the Colours over the map of England — the multiplayer game, soon in its 1100 edition.
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