Oak Apple Day(England),and its related observance:
Castleton Garland Day(Castleton)
A traditional English observance marking the 1660 restoration of the monarchy, celebrated with oak leaves and local festivities.
Oak Apple Day, also known as Royal Oak Day, commemorates the restoration of King Charles II to the English throne on May 29, 1660. Participants traditionally wear oak leaves or oak apples to symbolize the monarch’s shelter in an oak tree after the Battle of Worcester. In Castleton, Derbyshire, the celebration takes the form of Castleton Garland Day, featuring a procession with a decorated floral garland carried through the village. Festivities include folk music, dancing, and the crowning of a Garland King, reflecting local customs and community spirit. Though no longer an official public holiday, it remains a vibrant folk event in several English villages, celebrating heritage and royal loyalty.
Oak Apple Day
Castleton Garland Day
Castleton