In this hour long programme Ian Turner attempts to uncover the origin of England’s Patron Saint. Using historical texts and in-depth interviews with leading St George's Day campaigners the programme explores St George's rise to fame and his continuing influence around the world.

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The Royal Society of St George

The Society is a patriotic society and is honoured to have as its Patron Her Majesty The Queen.

Its Objects as laid down in its Royal Charter are; To foster the love of England and to strengthen England and the Commonwealth by spreading the knowledge of English history, traditions and ideals.

To keep fresh the memory of those in all walks of life, who have served England or the Commonwealth in the past, to inspire leadership in the future.

To combat all activities to undermine the strength of England or the Commonwealth. To further English interest everywhere to ensure that St. George's Day is properly celebrated and to provide focal points all the world over where English men and women may gather together.

St George Unofficial Bank Holiday

England lags far behind the rest of Europe in the number of bank holidays we get. A bank holiday on Saint Georges Day would be a great opportunity for all the English (regardless of colour or religion) to recognise what binds us together - instead of concentrating on our differences.