Rain and cold can’t dampen spirits as students celebrate St Patrick’s Day in Nottingham

Last night, students from Nottingham Trent University painted the town green to celebrate St Patrick’s Day early.

Despite the cold and rainy weather, dozens of young people took to the streets in party outfits, ready to soak up the atmosphere.

Many wore various Ireland-themed costumes, including outfits entirely made up of green, miniature leprechaun hats, and Irish flags.

One group of young men dressed only in speedos and trainers, posing for photographs as they enjoyed their night out.

St Patrick’s Day is one of the largest celebrations for those of Irish descent around the world, as they mark their troubled history and booming culture with parades, events, and costumes.

This year will see a huge parade in the Northern Irish capital Belfast, as well as music and dance across the island.

In London, an official celebration of St Patrick’s Day took place at Trafalgar Square, but festivities are expected to still be going strong on the holiday tomorrow.

Pubs and clubs across the UK are expected to host themed nights across the weekend.

St Patrick is the foremost patron saint of Ireland, and the day is an opportunity for religious, historical, and cultural festivities.

It takes place on March 17 each year, the date on which St Patrick is thought to have died.

On Wednesday night, students appeared excited to celebrate St Patrick’s Day as they took advantage of the city’s student night to set the ball rolling early.

At least 15 young men wearing nothing but speedos were undaunted by the rain and cold weather, even lying on the ground to strike a pose for the camera.

Some were seen wearing ginger beards and huge hats, with others dressed in green scout outfits.

One young woman was pictured in a bright green suit and tie which was entirely bedecked in shamrocks.

A friend by her side wore a sash labelled ‘Irish for a day.’

The occasion was celebrated with enthusiasm in Nottingham, where many students wore Ireland-themed costumes, including green outfits, miniature leprechaun hats, and Irish flags.

Despite the cold and rainy weather, the revelers seemed unbothered by the March winter air as they took to the streets to celebrate.

The students set the tone for widespread celebrations on Friday, with St Patrick’s Day being marked in Ireland, the UK, and countries across the world.