Scouts marched proudly through the streets of Oxshott to celebrate St George’s Day and mark their 100th anniversary.

Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the Scout movement, chose St George to be the patron saint of the Scout Association because he felt he set a good example of faith, courage and perseverance.

Most districts celebrate on the nearest Sunday to St George’s Day, and on Sunday, April 22, the parade had a special significance for 1st Oxshott.

The troupe marks its centenary this year and has a series of events lined up to mark it in style.

Scouts who took part in the parade were all handed a special centennial badge to put on their uniform, which they will transfer to their camping blankets next year.

Neil Hartley, an occasional helper, said: “It was a very good day, it was all above expectation.

“We had just the right window on the weather and they were all proud to take part in the parade.

“We had about 350 people taking part in the end and there were a fair few people in the centre of Oxshott watching them go by and cheering.”

The parade, complete with marching band started at Oxshott Village Hall and finished with a service at St Andrew’s Church, Oxshott, where the scouts completed their vows.

Hinchley Wood and Claygate troupes also took part in the day.