"The leek was apparently due to the Welsh army fighting the Saxons in a leek field on one occasion. The daffodil was a prettified Victorian replacement, largely due to it being one of the few ...

Every year on 1 March, Welsh people around the world celebrate the country's patron saint - St David. The day is a celebration of Welsh culture, traditional food and music. Many people also choose to ...

"The leek was apparently due to the Welsh army fighting the Saxons in a leek field on one occasion. The daffodil was a prettified Victorian replacement, largely due to it being one of the few ...

One person replied: "How about leeks and daffodils? They are both national symbols of Wales. "The leek was apparently due to the Welsh army fighting the Saxons in a leek field on one occasion. The ...

Welsh archers are said to have fought bravely in a field of leeks, and as a reminder of their bravery and loyalty, the Welsh began to wear a leek in their caps every St David's Day. The legend ...

Visit BBC Webwise for full instructions "I never thought I'd find myself carrying leeks through customs ... were crammed to bursting point with Welsh food and artefacts. Barabrith, cheeses ...

Today (1 March) is St David's Day, which gives us the perfect excuse to scoff some delightful Welsh produce - namely the humble leek. This quick and easy pie recipe is hearty, wholesome and ...

The Prince and Princess of Wales handed out leeks — a symbol of Wales — to officers and guardsmen of the Welsh Guard for the first time at the St. David's Day Parade Simon Perry is a writer ...