Every April 23, the town and the rest of England celebrates its patron saint, St. George, who according to legend, was a soldier in the Roman army who killed a dragon and saved a princess. Here are five things you may not know about the annual celebrations in LS21. READ MORE: 21 unseen photos of Morley through the years
1. St George's Day
The weekend-long festival parade began in 2005 and is thought to be the biggest St Georges Day celebration in the country. | jpimedia Photo: Gary Longbottom
2. St George's Day
It is organised by the Leeds branch of the Society of St George.The focal point is a parade by St George on horseback from the town hall to the sports ground. A dragon is then slain. | jpimedia Photo: Gary Longbottom
3. St George's Day
The event attracts more than 20,000 visitors. Activities include archery, re-enactments, medieval combat displays, music and the singing of the national anthem. | jpimedia Photo: Gary Longbottom
4. St George's Day
Morley has resisted offers by Leeds for the city to host the festival in future years, with organisers saying its host town is non-negotiable and that it will not re-locate. | jpimedia Photo: Gary Longbottom
5. St George's Day
Morley residents believe it is the biggest event in the town since the Queen visited in 1954, drawing huge crowds. On both occasions the streets were bedecked with flags and bunting. | jpimedia Photo: Gary Longbottom