St George is the patron saint of England and is remembered
on the 23rd April each year – St George’s Day.
The legend of St George is more than one thousand years old
and tells the tale of how St George rescued a maiden from a fearsome fire eating
dragon.
A dragon made its nest by a fresh water spring near the town
of Silene in Libya. When water was collected by the townsfolk, sheep were
offered to the dragon as a distraction.
When there were no more sheep, a maiden was selected from
Silene by the drawing of lots. The princess was selected, but as she came to
the dragon, St George from the crusades, slayed the dragon protecting himself
with the sign of the cross.
“Cry God for Harry, England and St George” – William Shakespeare
We have some great crusader costumes and red and white
clothing to make your St George’s Day special.
For your St George’s Day celebrations and festivals, call us
on 01908 372504
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