Tuesday, April 23 marks St George's Day - a celebration of England’s patron saint and the country’s history.
Making a special appearance at the Boars Head in Marton on Saturday, St George himself rode a horse into the pub for a celebratory pint.
Here are 11 pictures from the event:
7. St George rides into the Boars Head in Marton
It is believed that during the persecutions of the Emperor Diocletian in the early 4th century, St George was executed for refusing to make a sacrifice in honour of the pagan gods. | Contributed
8. St George rides into the Boars Head in Marton
Although St George never visited England, his reputation for virtue and holiness spread across Europe and his feast day - April 23 – was celebrated in England from the 9th century onwards. | Contributed
9. St George rides into the Boars Head in Marton
Whilst St George was depicted from the 11th century as a chivalric knight or a warrior on horseback, it is more likely that he was an officer in the Roman army. | Contributed
10. St George rides into the Boars Head in Marton
He was officially chosen as the patron saint of England in 1350 by King Edward III. | Contributed
11. St George rides into the Boars Head in Marton
The most popular story of St George depicts him defeating a dragon. The story goes that he travelled to the town of Silene, Libya to slay a dragon that was terrorising the citizens. Upon witnessing his bravery, the villagers held a huge feast in his honour. This tale was meant to symbolise the battle between good and evil. | Contributed