In the streets surrounding Mansion House, where the procession begins, there was much preparation as well as opportunities for a cup of tea.
This horse had to be manoeuvered back into position.
These are from the Company of Pikemen and Muskateers which is a ceremonial unit of the Honourable Artillery Company. They are dressed and equipped as they would have been in 1640s. The company provides a ceremonial bodyguard for the Lord Mayor of the City of London.
Hope someone retrieves their instruments before the parade begins.
There were lots of marching bands.
In perfect step |
There were lots of other floats and groups. This one was from the Bank of England, taking the gold ingots out for a walk.
This is a Swiss company and I have no idea why they are dressed in this way.
Leading the Mayor's Coach.
What fun and pageantry
ReplyDeleteWow, you Brits sure know how to do a parade! Love the funny dog in the middle of the pictures. :-)
ReplyDeleteCurious if the Lord Mayor has any other functions besides being the reason for a grand parade?
ReplyDeleteQuite a parade, and quite a mix of uniforms!
ReplyDeleteMarvelous historic LONDON!
ReplyDeleteWow that is a great parade, never knew you had two mayors ! :)
ReplyDeleteThere are so many great floats as well as the more formal marchers. I bet the puppy dog went down a treat.
ReplyDeleteThat's a gorgeous. I'm sure you had a fun time.
ReplyDeleteWow! What a show! Got a kick out of taking the gold out for a walk!
ReplyDeleteNow that is the definition of pomp and circumstance! Lovely show
ReplyDeleteWow, what a colorful parade! I bet the music was fine, too. I saw the lord mayor's carriage when I was at the Museum of London and thought how beautiful it would be pulled along the street by some fancy horses.
ReplyDeleteFascinating photos of a lovely parade ~ such variety and photographed so well!
ReplyDeleteHappy Day to you,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
I would like to see that parade in person; I like historic events, costumes, and the horses are always a plus for me. Thanks for sharing your photos.
ReplyDeleteFantastic! I have never been to a British parade before.
ReplyDeleteOh how I’d love to see that!
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