The iconic Lord Mayor’s Show parades through the heart of the City of London, connecting the modern cityscape to its medieval roots, in a magnificent display of tradition and celebration.
The spectacle featured over 7,000 people, plus 200 horses and around 150 floats. They marched from Mansion House to the Royal Courts of Justice and back. Covering approximately two kilometres each way, the parade was cheered on by an estimated 500,000 people turning out to witness the procession. The sheer scale of the event meant that at any given point, it took an hour for the entire show to pass by a spectator.
The Epsom College CCF Royal Navy section was one of only a handful of school CCF groups to take part, and therefore was a significant honour for the College. Our cadets showcased their discipline and enthusiasm, epitomising the very best of the College and the Royal Navy section. Their conduct did not go unnoticed, with Royal Navy officers standing to return their salute at Mansion House. The procession was broadcast live on BBC One, with the cadets appearing approximately 43 minutes into the iPlayer recording – click here to view.
