Ceremonial Events

Royal ceremenonies, parades and processions.

British Ceremonial Events

A great day out, whether you are visiting London on holiday, have an interest in British history and culture, or just love the pomp and pageantry. Watching royal and ceremonial events, state occasions and parades is an unforgettable experience.

London hosts high profile ceremonial events every year, including The Queen’s Birthday Parade, Beating Retreat, The State Opening of Parliament, State Visits.

British State, Royal & Military Ceremonial Events

Changing the guard London

Changing The Guard

Changing The Guard is a unique attraction for tourists and age old ceremony that takes place throughout the year.
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UK Parliament

Opening of Parliament

State Opening of Parliament take place each year in May. It is the main parliamentary ceremony,
May 2024

Hyde Park parade

Cavalry Sunday

Cavalry Sunday is an annual parade of the Combined Cavalry Old Comrades Association, in Hyde Park, London, on the second Sunday in May.
May 2024

Trooping the Colour

Trooping The Colour

The official birthday of the Sovereign is marked each year by a military parade and march-past, known as Trooping the Colour.
June 2024

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Garter Service

For hundreds of years this procession and service have taken place at Windsor Castle for the Order of the Garter. watch the procession to St. George’s Chapel from Windsor Castle.
June 2024

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Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat is a military musical pararde and pagentry. Expect bands, horses, fireworks at this annual military ceremony.
July 2024

Rememberance Day UK

Remembrance Sunday

Remembrance Day is held each year on the 2nd Sunday of November to commemorate British service members who died in conflict since World War I.
November 2024

Armistice Day

Armistice Day

Also known as Remembrance Day marks the end of World War 1 1918. It is observed each year at 11am on the 11th day of the 11th month.
November 2024

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Lord Mayors Show

The Lord Mayors Show in London has been held each year since the 1300’s. Today it still attracts large crowds to watch the parade.
November 2024

Tower of London

Ceremony of the Keys

This ancient ceremony takes place every evening at the Tower of London at exactly 9:53pm!
Daily 2024

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Scarlet and Gold

The Bands of the Household Division perform their renowned concert series, Scarlet & Gold, over 2 nights in November.
November 2024

All across the year, there are traditional and cultural times of the year with festivals and events to mark the occasion. Enjoy traditional customs and local trivia celebrating special days in Britain.

Mark the occasion with Uniquely British Traditions

British Commemorative Medals and Their Values
By Christopher Eimer

British Commemorative Medals and their Values is a fabulous gift for anyone interested in coins, tokens and medals. The book was awarded the IAPN Book Prize by the International Association of Professional Numimstists.

Click here to visit Christopher Eimers website to buy a copy.

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Around Britain

Travel around Britain and you will find a huge amount of craft and artisan and products which are a speciality to each region or local heritage craft. Discover more about local produce and and artisan products around Britain.

May Day UK

British Events and Festivals

Local festivals and events are a great place to find locally made products. From food and drink to arts and crafts. Find a selection of events around Britain showcasing local industry and products.

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Find regionally made products by independent businesses offering a unique range of goods. Every part of the country has it’s own regional speciality and traditional crafts.

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