Where's George?

St George's Day and there was a big parade in the Old Market Square. As usual, the procession started at the Forest Recreation Ground and made it's way down to the city centre, led of course by St George and our very own Robin Hood.

I noticed that there seemed to be an awful lot of men in the parade, and while they were marching and singing, I thought I was at a football match.

It was lovely and warm today, and I think that everyone had a good time.

Red And White, But Not Blue

St George's Day today and I popped down to the Old Market Square to see the traditional march from the Forest recreation ground.

As it tends to be the same thing every year, I struggled a bit to find something new to photograph. But thanks to Tracey, a professional photographer (weblink) friend of mine, who let me photograph these two appropriately dressed ladies who she had just taken a picture of.

All That Dragon Slaying Does Make A Saint Thirsty

St George's Day today, and across England celebrations of all kinds have taken place.

Here in Nottingham, they had a bit of action in the Old Market Square in the form of people dressed up as knights and riding on horses. Very similar in fact to last year. There was also some musicians entertaining the crowd with their take on old English tunes.

I pumped into several photography friends, and Tim, who plays Robin Hood at many local events.

From the Square, the small procession their way up to the castle and then down to the Trip to Jerusalem pub, where they stopped so people could take photos and enjoy a pint or two of real ale. Here's Tim on the left holding his bow, whilst St George is relishing his beer.

Saint's Preserve Us

Yesterday was St George's Day, and it was celebrated in the usual low key style, that we've come to expect. No public holiday like in Ireland, no parties or celebrations. Looking around the city; besides a couple of card shops promoting the day, this was about the best I could come up with.