St George’s Day Celebration

St George’s Day Celebration returns to Doncaster.

For the first time since 2019, Scouts from across the district will come together in the city centre — in full uniform, with pride and purpose.

This is the first celebration since 2019 and it’s important we show up properly as a district.

Event Overview

St George’s Day is one of the most important dates in the Scouting calendar. As the Patron Saint of Scouting, St George represents courage, service and doing what is right — values that sit at the heart of everything we do.

The St George’s Day Celebration is a long-standing tradition in Doncaster, bringing together young people and volunteers to publicly demonstrate those values and showcase Scouting within the local community.

Groups will potentially parade through Doncaster city centre, passing the Mansion House before continuing to a formal service at St George’s Minster.

The service will be a reflective, inclusive service suitable for people of all faiths and none, in line with the values of Scouting.

With Scout bands including the District Band leading the way, this will be a strong and visible presence in the city and a chance to show what Scouting looks like across Doncaster.

What to Expect

• Parade through Doncaster city centre
• Procession past the Mansion House
• Service at St George’s Minster
• Participation alongside Scout bands including the District Band
• A large-scale public event showcasing Scouting

Who Can Attend

• All sections
• Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers
• Adult volunteers

Key Details

• Location: Doncaster City Centre and St George’s Minster
• Date: 25 April 2027
• Cost: Free

Kit List

• Full smart uniform (must be worn)
• Group neckerchief (must be worn)
• Group flags and Union Jack

Important Information

• This is a public event representing Scouting across Doncaster
• All young people and leaders are expected to attend in full, smart uniform
• Groups will parade together under their Group flags
• Explorer Scouts will parade together as a single District Unit under the District flag and neckerchief
• Groups must attend with appropriate leadership and operate within correct ratios
• This event plays a key role in raising the profile of Scouting within the local community

Booking & Payment

• Groups must RSVP with:
  • Sections attending
  • Number of young people
  • Number of leaders
• Booking details will be released once confirmed
• This is a free event

Leader Information

• Leaders are required to attend with their young people
• Groups must ensure appropriate ratios are in place
• This is one of the most important opportunities to represent your Group and Scouting across the district