St George's Day: Who was the dragon-slayer and why is he England's patron saint?
England – and several other countries – celebrate the saint's day on 23 April
www.independent.co.ukHere are the latest news highlights about Saint George's Day:
- A GB News report from April 18–19, 2026, covers Trafalgar Square celebrations in London for Saint George's Day, noting thousands attending and references to long-standing English traditions like the Pearlie Queens and Kings.[3]
- Coverage from GB News around the same period highlights ongoing large-scale public displays and city-level celebrations, including England-wide public interest in making the day more prominent in national life.[6][3]
- The Independent published a piece on April 23, 2026, noting Saint George as England’s patron saint and pointing to widespread recognition of the day with public displays of the English flag and church observances.[5]
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