St Andrew's Day

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St Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland and St Andrew's Day is a bank holiday in Scotland.

St Andrew's Day in the United Kingdom

  • Date: Celebrated annually on November 30th.

  • Significance: St Andrew's Day is dedicated to Saint Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland, and is Scotland's official national day. While not a public holiday across the entire UK, it is a bank holiday in Scotland.

  • History:

    • Saint Andrew was an apostle of Jesus Christ and brother to Saint Peter.
    • His association with Scotland dates back to the alleged relocation of his relics to the Scottish town of St Andrews in the 4th century.
    • The saltire, or St Andrew's Cross, is a symbol of Scotland and features on its flag.
  • Traditions:

    • Traditional Scottish foods such as haggis, neeps (turnips), and tatties (potatoes) are commonly enjoyed.
    • Ceilidhs – traditional Gaelic social gatherings with folk music and dancing – are popular events.
    • In schools and cultural institutions, there may be special programs or assemblies focusing on Scottish history and culture.
  • Activities:

    • Parades and festivals take place in various towns across Scotland.
    • The Scottish government has often used the day to celebrate Scottish culture worldwide with events promoting "Scotland Week."
    • Some Scots wear a thistle, which is Scotland’s national emblem, in honor of St Andrew.
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