Here’s how Sheffield should celebrate St George’s Day - according to the people who live here
St George's Day celebrations are expected to take place throughout the UK
The 23rd April is a day of celebration throughout various towns and cities in England as it marks St George's Day.
St George is the patron saint of England, who was believed to be a soldier in the Roman army. He’s believed to have died a martyr’s death for his faith in 303 AD.
Although it is not a public holiday, the day has gained renewed attention in recent years, with cities and towns marking it with community events and celebrations of English heritage.
With that in mind, we asked residents of Sheffield how they feel St George’s Day should be celebrated - and this is how they responded.
Sue Vornhagen said: “With a George and the Dragon Parade in the City centre.”
This suggestion references the most famous story about St George’s heroic act to rescue a princess from a terrifying dragon. The tale is seen as a symbol of bravery, selflessness, and the triumph of good over evil.
Julie Parker Wright said: “Just celebrate. England tunes and get them Union Jack t-shirt and dresses on.”
Andrew Marshall argues that St George’s Day should be a chance for people to celebrate English beverages and beer that’s been brewed in this country.
He said: “If it was made into a day where everybody drinks English beer like St Paddy's day does with Guinness, then everybody would "celebrate" it.”
Iain Inkson believes that St George’s Day should be turned into a National Holiday so that everyone gets a day off work. He commented: “Free beer and a day's holiday for every man and woman.”
Joseph Durham claims there should be focus on St George’s connection to scouting as its patron saint, and called for a ‘scouts parade’. Scouting itself has become a worldwide organisation, and a force for good in many nations.
George Peace joked: “A free pint for everyone called George.”
James Turner commented: “Street parties.”
Lee Knight said: “By embracing all who want to celebrate it, regardless of their skin colour or religion.”
It’s worth noting that St George’s Day is also an important occasion in countries like Ethiopia, Georgia, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Greece, Lithuania, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Syria, and Lebanon.
Jon Johnson shared a similar message, he said: “By remembering that the flag represents our country’s love of justice, fairness and honesty and that using it to cause division and promote hate is wrong.”
Maggie Starkes said: “Party party party.”
Eileen Hallam said: “Put those flags up.”