subject: Lord Mayor Show 2011 Call For Bookings At Westminster Hotels In London [print this page] Event: Lord Mayor Show 2011 Event: Lord Mayor Show 2011
When: 12 November 2011
Where: River Thames, between Waterloo Bridge and Blackfriars Bridge London
Nearest Train: Waterloo or Blackfriars
Entry Fee: Free
Lord Mayor Show is the traditional English parade, which is taking place from over 800 years now. Millions of people participate in this grand ceremony, with several tourists participating in this local event.
Since When?
This grand pomp and show has been happening since 1215, and the tradition has been fastidiously followed. It was telecasted for the first time on the TV, in the twentieth century by BBC. It glued millions of people on televisions, while a huge surge participated in the event. This parade is carried with floats, and marching bands. Enjoy the revelry with a high spirit.
Parade Destinations
In the recent days, the parade covers over three miles. It begins at 11 am, starting from the Mansion House to the Royal Court of Justice, with the military flypast . And the mayor committees allegiance with an oath at the Royal Court of Justice . It takes a tour from Victoria Embankment at 1, reaching the Mansion House at 2:30 pm. The event is wrapped at 5 pm, with a firework at the River Thames, between Waterloo Bridge and Blackfriars on the other side. This 683rd Lord Mayor Show is predicted to be just as much a success, as the previous ones.
Where Do You Need To Be?
You can choose any of these destinations, to join the parade from. Join in from the Victorian Embankment, Mansion House or the Royal Court of Justice. This last part is the most fitting part of the celebration.
Where Is the Best Stay Near Lord Mayor Show?
Westminster hotels shall prove to be the most fitting lodgings for the Lord Mayor Show event. While these hotels will be close to the venue, it will not be there right in the middle of hullabaloo of the celebration. Booking a stay with one of the hotels in Westminster shall be the most discreet idea, which would keep you away from the noise of event, yet giving you a chance to rejoice the fun of the event.
Eating Out Around
Eating out in London is never a problem. And this time you are in City of London, which leaves nothing in doubt. There are some vivacious options among Westminster luxury hotels, which bring enough eating options within the hotel premises. And if you opt to eat out, there are enough restaurants on every next stop, assuring a serve of various cuisines from various corners of the world.
Tourists can start booking hotel rooms with London hotels, to assure a stay closest to Lord Mayor Show venues. There is a huge option to select from right now, which will soon be booked by a lot of travellers.
