Liverpool was a flourishing, prosperous city in 1901 and this display of English patriotism and civic pride was one of several events in the city captured on film that year. We see the throng of onlookers around Nelson's monument and Castle Street as the procession wends its way to St. George's Hall. In one puzzling scene, a Town Hall official points angrily at the cameraman.

Source: BFI

St George's Day celebrations in Liverpool. (Synopsis) M&K 412: Replacement title (0.07). View of buildings and crowds in Castle St near the Nelson Monument - the monument is seen in one of the shots (0.14). People clearing the way/leaving the square. (Jump), marching boy band moves left to right along street which has just cleared; followed by boys (wearing flat caps) marching three abreast behind (1.01). (Jump). Similar view of band and boys followed by girls with white starched shawls. Another boy marching band (2.09mins). Note: The Nelson Monument is clearly identified and therefore the event takes place in Liverpool.

Source: BFI