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St George's Day celebrations

NATIONAL pride was on full show as Rugby celebrated St George's Day.

The biggest celebrations to date for England's patron saint saw crowds gather in the town centre for fun and games including jousting, dancing and a motorbike display.

People could also dress up in suits of armour, meet birds of prey, try their hand at traditional crafts and have their faces painted. Live music, a jester and a Punch and Judy show provided the entertainment.

The day of patriotic fun on Saturday (April 20) was organised by Rugby First to mark St George's Day.

Observer photographer Neville Collins was there taking shots of all the action.

Buy photos» Youngsters could try their hand at jousting. 17.013.010.rug.nc8

Buy photos» Jasper Codledge dressed for the occasion. 17.013.010.rug.nc10

Buy photos» Bikers roll into town for the celebrations. 17.013.010.rug.nc7

Buy photos» James Bell inflates the patriotic feeling. 17.013.010.rug.nc6

Buy photos» Musicians entertain the crowd. 17.013.010.rug.nc11

Buy photos» Knight Rose Kudla helped into her armour by Murray Edwards. 17.013.010.rug.nc9

Buy photos» Dancing and merriment in the town centre. 17.013.010.rug.nc3

Buy photos» Feathered friends on show. 17.013.010.rug.nc1

Buy photos» A young knight charges into battle. 17.013.010.rug.nc10

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