British Special Days March 2010 - March Holidays in the UK

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British Special Days March 2010
March events in the UK

March 2010
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Facts and Sayings about March | Interactive Calendars 2010

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St David's Day (Patron Saint of Wales) Celebrated in Wales in honour of Dewi Sant or St David, the patron saint of Wales. Many Welsh people wear a daffodil which is a national emblem of Wales.	1 Mar	1 Mar	1 Mar
St Piran's Day Cornwall All over Cornwall celebrations are staged for St Piran's Day.	5 Mar	5 Mar	5 Mar
Commonwealth Day People use the day to promote understanding about global issues, international co-operation and the work of the modern Commonwealth. Each year there is a different theme. The Queen will attend a special service in Westminster Abbey.	9 Mar	8 Mar	14 Mar
Crufts A famous annual British dog show which started in 1928. It is held at the NEC in Birmingham. The "Best in Show" award is presented on the final day (Sunday).	5 Mar - 8 Mar	11 - 14 Mar
Mothers Day / Mothering Sunday (3 weeks before Easter) A time for people living in the UK to think about their mothers. People often give flowers or chocolates or organise a special day out for their mothers at this time, and send a special "Mother's Day" card.	22 Mar	14 Mar	3 Apr
Simnel Sunday The fourth Sunday in Lent when Simnel cakes are eaten.	22 Mar	14 Mar	3 Apr
St Patrick's Day ( Patron Saint of Ireland) The church festival of St. Patrick, is regarded as national day in Northern Ireland.	17 Mar	17 Mar	17 Mar
Spring begins 'Vernal (or spring) equinox' and happens around 21 March. Around March 20 or 21, the sun shines directly on the equator and the length of day and night are nearly equal in all parts of the world.	20 Mar	20 Mar	20 Mar
Ideal Home Exhibition The annual event for those who are after inspirational ideas to decorate and furnish their homes	20 Mar -13 Apr	20 Mar - 5 Apr
Palm Sunday ( Christian Festival) Christian celebration of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. The day begins Holy Week. It is observed by worship celebrations and parades using palm branches.	5 Apr	28 Mar	17 Apr
British Summer Time Begins (daylight savings = clocks go forward 1 hour)	29 Mar	28 Mar	27 Mar

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