22 Reasons Everyone In Britain Is Glad It's Finally Autumn

    It's two-legs-under-the-duvet season again, hurrah!

    1. We've run out of ways to say, "It's so hot outside."

    2. British men can finally quietly retire their knees until next year.

    3. We were beginning to feel a bit vulnerable without our umbrellas.

    4. This summer has been a constant disappointment for a nation that loves to be disappointed.

    5. Now there are new things to complain about!

    6. And any dark, cold walk home can be instantly transformed into something magical if you put on the Harry Potter soundtracks.

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    7. Bonfire night!

    And all the outdoor drinking near massive open fires that comes with it.

    8. The start of a football season which won't shame us on a national level.

    9. Rugby season!

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    Slide as appropriate for why that warms your cold English heart during the colder months.

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    Slide as appropriate for why that warms your cold English heart during the colder months.

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    Slide as appropriate for why that warms your cold English heart during the colder months.

    10. Proper TV begins again!

    11. It is no longer salad season.

    12. Britain in autumn is BEAUTIFUL.

    If you're into lush greens and oranges, which we are.

    13. Every time is time for tea in autumn.

    14. Hats!

    15. Time to welcome rain back into our lives like an old friend.

    16. Knitwear.

    17. It's finally time to replace dainty summery cakes with proper crumpets in afternoon tea.

    18. Autumn is a glorious window between your hay fever ending and your cold beginning.

    19. Having to wear so many layers is basically an invitation to eat as much as you want, all season.

    20. It's cooler, so we can finally get a decent night's sleep.

    21. It's so cold outside that your options for fun are limited to staying in and going to the pub.

    22. The clocks go back!

    Autumn, you are the best.