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Witney crowds join mayor in raising of Saint George’s flag
The red and white flag was hoisted in the town centre on Thursday, April 23, with Mayor Andy Bailey and other members of Witney Town Council.
Pupils from St Mary’s Infant School and visitors from the Ice Centre attended the event, which began with a rousing town cry and cheers from the gathered crowd.
In a post online, Witney Town Council said: “Today, beneath clear skies in the heart of our town, the Cross of St George was proudly raised, its red and white colours waving in the breeze as a symbol of heritage, unity, and shared pride.”
Saint George’s Day, celebrated on April 23, is the feast day of England’s patron saint and holds wider religious significance across multiple countries and regions where Saint George is revered.
It’s a longstanding tradition and a moment for the community to come together.