Aylesbury Gears Up for a St George's Day Like No Other
When Aylesbury says it’s throwing a party for St George’s Day, they’re not messing about. This coming Sunday, 27 April 2025, the town centre will have a little of everything: medieval heroes, crafty dragons, a giant parade, and more quirky activities than you can shake a sword at. The action starts at 11am, and there’s absolutely no charge to get involved, making it a hotspot for families and anyone with a soft spot for a bit of British legend.
The day kicks off at Friars Square, which will morph into the ‘Myths & Legends Historical Fayre’. Got budding artists or drama queens at home? The Queens Park Arts Centre will run drop-in craft sessions to channel all that creative energy. Kids can create myth-inspired trinkets, while parents grab snapshots with Robin Hood and King Arthur lookalikes roaming the site. These aren’t your average walkabout characters—the organizers went all-in on costumes and interactions, so expect a few surprises as you wander.
For those who fancy a challenge, there’s an interactive trail scattered throughout the square. If you find all the clues, you might just walk away with a little prize for your efforts. And if crafts and trail-blazing aren’t enough, Friars Square keeps the fun rolling with puppet shows, hands-on activities, and historical storytelling sessions sprinkled throughout the morning.
Market Square and The King’s Head Bring Legends to Life
Anyone who’s seen Market Square on event days knows the hustle and bustle. For St George’s Day, it truly becomes the stage for spectacle: St George himself will arrive on horseback, parading amongst the crowds. Fire dancers from SDSD will crank up the heat with daring performances, and watch for the huge dragon on stilts towering over little ones. Witches and wizards will bring some cheeky mischief, keeping everyone on their toes with quick magic tricks and crowd-pleasing banter.
The fun spills indoors at The King’s Head pub, where families can catch special puppet shows, quiz each other with the historic pub trivia, or even sit in on talks by the Buckinghamshire Historical Association (these experts love a good yarn about local myths). UK Astronomy will pop by to give enthusiastic, family-friendly talks on legends in the night sky, perfect for curious minds.
- Puppet performances for both younger kids and big adults who just want a dose of nostalgia
- Live music weaving classic English tunes with a bit of local flavor
- A pub quiz with tricky questions on everything from medieval Aylesbury to modern pub culture
As if all that isn’t enough, there’s another big moment: the Grand Uniformed Parade. At 3pm sharp, Temple Street turns into a runway for local Scouts, Girlguiding units, and youth groups—each dressed in their best uniforms, marching behind St George himself. Parents, don’t forget: if your child is part of a group, they need to muster at Kingsbury by 2:30pm sharp, and leaders have everything in place for a safe check-out by 4pm.
The parade’s not just for show. Once the groups hit Market Square, everyone gathers for a Service of Thanks—a chance to reflect, renew their pledges, and soak in the sense of community that makes days like this special. The official end may be 4pm, but the energy in Aylesbury will stick around long after the bands march home.
The best part for many is the price: Aylesbury Town Council made sure everyone can enjoy the festivities with free parking at the Waterside North, Friarscroft, and Coopers Yard carparks. So, whether you’re marching with the Scouts, sharing a laugh with a dragon, or just passing through with a curiosity for local history, Aylesbury’s St George’s Day bash really does have something for everybody.
Apr, 23 2025