...but this one tried to turn the tables.HE IS known as Kicwwar - the most mischievous dragon in England. And the six-foot lovable lov·a·ble also love·a·ble adj. Having characteristics that attract love or affection. lov rogue was on the loose at Warwick Castle Warwick Castle (grid reference SP284648), overlooking the River Avon, lies in the town of Warwick of the English county of Warwickshire. It is traditionally associated with the earldom of Warwick, one of the oldest in England. with noble knights in hot pursuit yesterday for the annual St George's Day St. George's Day is celebrated by several nations of whom Saint George is the patron saint, including England, Portugal, Georgia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Republic of Macedonia and the Gora. For England, St. George's Day also marks its National Day. celebrations. Crowds of visitors watched on as St George chased the dragon through the grounds of the historic castle in a re-enactment of the traditional tale. The celebrations also included demonstrations of Ursa, Warwick's record-breaking siege machine, and the mighty Warwick Bowman in action. But for most visitors the major attraction was Kicwwar. Warwick Castle spokeswoman Jo Biggs said: "He has been with us for the past few years now and has really become one of our big characters. We love to bring him back for St George's Day. "He and St George interact with the visitors and the children love him. There was a bit of a scrap between Kicwwar and George but they ended up having a hug at the end of it!" CAPTION(S): MB230407DRAG4 ROUND ONE TO THE DRAGON... Ben Pugh, as Kicwwar, and Rich Hall, as St George, at Warwick Castle. Picture: Matt Barron |
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