Shropshire Council raises flag for St George’s Day – but church says it's the wrong day

Shropshire Council has raised the St George’s flag at its headquarters to mark the day dedicated to England’s patron saint – but on the 'wrong' day.

By Paul Rogers

Published Apr 23

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Traditionally, St George’s Day is celebrated on April 23 – historically known to be the date of the saint’s martydom.

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Posting on its social media pages today (April 23), Shropshire Council wished residents a happy St George’s Day, adding that the flag has been raised at The Guildhall in Shrewsbury to mark the special day.

Shropshire Council has raised the Union Jack flag at its headquarters to mark St George\'s Day on April 23. However, this year the Church of England has moved the date to April 28. Picture: Shropshire Council — Shropshire Council has raised the Union Jack flag at its headquarters to mark St George's Day on April 23. However, this year the Church of England has moved the date to April 28. Picture: Shropshire Council

However, the vicar of St George’s Church in Shrewsbury, The Reverend Tim Vasby-Burnie, has corrected the local authority saying today is not St George’s Day.