Each February whilst many minds turn to Valentine's Day, other minds go straight to Pancake Day - or as some call it Shrove Tuesday.
We are soon set to celebrate the day with people across the UK buying their essentials from flour to maple syrup and of course, the all important toppings.
But when does this year's Pancake Tuesday fall - and why do we celebrate it? Here's some history behind the day and what you need to know.
