When is St David’s Day?
St David’s Day is celebrated on 1st March every year. St David’s Day 2020 falls on a Sunday.
Why do we celebrate Saint David's Day?
St David is the patron saint of Wales and every year celebrations on March 1st mark the anniversary of St David’s death in 589 AD. Although the date of St David’s birth is unknown, it is said that he lived to over 100; it is also said that he was a vegetarian and lived on a frugal diet, so there may be something to be said for eating your five, or even ten, a day!