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    St George’s Day 2024: When is it and who was England’s patron saint?

    by Ewan Somerville,Tom Herbert,Syraat Al Mustaqeem and William Mata Apr 23, 2024 3 minutes
    Source: PA

    A day commemorating (supposed) dragon slaying and tales of knighthood - it’s only St George’s Day.

    The national day is acknowledged by many Christian churches and dedicated to the patron saint of England, St George.

    This springtime celebration, also known as The Feast of George, is the perfect opportunity to fly your English flag - literally and figuratively.

    It is not quite a holiday from work but you can still celebrate the anniversary of St George’s historic triumph this April.

    Here’s everything you need to know about St George’s Day:

    St George’s Day is celebrated annually on April 23. (Getty Images)

    When is St George’s Day?

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