St. George’s Day

Today (23 April) is St. George's Day, the patron saint of England. According to the legend, a terrible dragon had ruined all the countryside around a city in Libya, called Selena, making its home in a marshy swamp. Its breath caused devastation whenever it approached the city, so the people gave the monster two sheep every day to satisfy its hunger. When the sheep failed, a human victim was necessary and there was a lottery to choose the victim. On one occasion the King’s daughter was chosen...

• Learn more about the legend of St. George.
• Join in the celebrations with The Royal Society of St George at the West Plaza in Covent Garden.
• Should St. George's Day be a Bank Holiday in England? Cast your vote here.