St George’s Day Party

It’s strange how well known St Patrick’s Day is all over the world, but how little known St George’s Day is in England. St George’s Day falls on the 23rd April, and with St George being our patron saint, St George’s Day is classed a England’s National day.

There is a big campaign rolling around the UK at the moment to make it more recognised - and for it to even become a public holiday. Whilst not traditionally a day to give gifts, it is becoming more popular to send cards and hold St George’s Day parties.

So just who was this St George bloke?

St George was actually born in Turkey during the 3rd century. His family were Christians and after joining the Roman Army, tales of his bravery were widespread. He came to England on an important mission, but soon returned to Rome to stop his fellow Christians from being executed by the emperor of the time. He refused to renounce his faith and was also beheaded along with the others on 23rd April, in the year 303.

Celebrations

It was in 1222 that the Oxford Council replaced the current Patron Saint of England (Edward the Confessor) with St George, and April 23rd of each year became a national holiday and much feasting was enjoyed. Nowadays it’s not such a grand affair, although there are many attempts to get it that way, and a lot of people are now busy arranging events and parties to celebrate England’s National Day.

If you are planning a St George’s Day party, or know someone whose birthday on on this day, you’ll need a place where you can get all your party costumes and accessories from.

Party Decorations

PartyBox.co.uk can provide all you need to decorate your St George’s Day party venue such as bunting, balloons, streamers, hand-held flags and all your party bags and tableware. And no party is complete without a large St George’s Day flag.

Buy it for £6.74 from PartyBox.co.uk

Party Costumes

Get all your St George’s Day costumes and accessories from PartyDomain.co.uk, where you can get an assortment of comedy wigs, face paints, fake moustaches and hats all in the traditional red and white colours.

This red and white comedy wig is just £4.99 from PartyDomain.co.uk

Have a great St George’s Day party!