SCOUTS paraded through the centre of Romsey as part of the annual St George's Day parade.

The town’s nine scouts and guides groups walked from Church Place, Portersbridge Street and The Hundred before heading back to the Abbey.

That was followed by a service ministered by the Vicar of Romsey Canon Rev Tim Sledge.

Before the service, he said: “St George’s Day is the patron saint of England and is really important in the life of our nation,” he said. “It is such a thriving and vibrant day of optimism in Romsey, it’s fantastic. There are hundreds of scouts and guides in Romsey.

“We’re not just celebrating the Queen’s birthday, we’re remembering some significant events as well. It’s always great to see the Abbey full to the brim with organisation of all ages.”