What is the history of St. David's day?

There is a National St. David's Day Parade across the centre of Cardiff, which includes live performances from dancers and theatrical groups. Lamb, mutton and leek dishes are just some of the recipes people cook for the day, which is also known as the feast of St David. read more

Unlike Saint Patrick's Day in Ireland, Saint David's Day is not a national holiday, though there is strong support for it becoming a bank holiday in Wales. In the past, schools have taken a half-day holiday, which continues in some parts of Wales. Saint David's Day is also celebrated in expatriate Welsh communities outside the UK. read more

The site of Davids birth is marked by the ruins of a tiny ancient chapel close to a holy well and the more recent 18th century chapel dedicated to his mother Non can still be seen near St. David’s Cathedral. St. Davids Cathedral. In medieval times it was believed that St David was the nephew of King Arthur. Legend has it that the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick – also said to have been born near the present day city of St. Davids – foresaw the birth of David in approximately 520AD. read more

In a matter of weeks St. David's Day, otherwise known as Dydd Gŵyl Dewi, will be celebrated. It is the first day of the year that Britain honours one of its four patron saints - the others being St. Patrick for Northern Ireland, St. Andrew for Scotland and St. George for England. read more