Culture & Traditions
The Patron Saints of the UK
Each of the four countries of the UK has its own patron saint, and each has a special saint’s day. These saints and dates are a frequent source of Life in the UK Test questions.
Key facts
- ◆ St George — England — St George’s Day, 23 April.
- ◆ St Andrew — Scotland — St Andrew’s Day, 30 November.
- ◆ St David — Wales — St David’s Day, 1 March.
- ◆ St Patrick — Northern Ireland — St Patrick’s Day, 17 March.