Thousands of spectators turned out yesterday to watch London’s New Year’s Day Parade (LNYDP). As far as spectacles go it is as impressive as the NYE fireworks - if not more!
This year, Londoners braved 50mph winds and heavy rain to watch the annual Parade through the city.
As usual, it started outside The Ritz and made its way through Piccadilly, Regents Street St James’, Pall Mall, Trafalgar Square, and Whitehall.
While the weather didn’t deter people from watching or performing, it did cause a short 30-minute delay to the parade, which started at 12:30pm, instead of its usual noon.
Yesterday’s parade featured cheerleaders, bagpipers, cars, stunt bikers, and children (and horses) dressed as minions. It is a true celebration of London’s diverse cultural scene and its inhabitants.
Spectators were spotted wearing rain macs and holding umbrellas as the parade made its way through the city.
London's annual New Year's Day Parade, LNYDP, attracts over 10,000 participants from the USA, UK, Europe, and beyond, along with a street audience of around 500,000.
In its lifetime, it has raised or donated more than £2m for London Charities, through the London Borough Competition.
Scroll through to see photos from yesterday’s parade. Next year, I want to see it become as big as Mardi Gras and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
5. New Year's Day Parade in London 2025
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