On 10th November 2012, the new Lord Mayor, Alderman Roger Gifford made his way from Guildhall to St Paul’s Cathedral and the Royal Courts of Justice where he swore the oath of allegiance to the Sovereign, before returning to Mansion House. Over 6,500 participants preceded him in a procession of vehicles, marching bands, spectacular floats, carriages, and much more to celebrate the event and welcome the 685th Lord Mayor of London at the start of his mayoral year.
Members of our Livery were there in force to support the high profile event and cheer loudly as the Master Andrew Day, Senior Warden John Poore and Junior Warden Gill Moore passed by. In a procession stretching three miles, colour, energy, history and creativity were clearly on display, with an especially international and musical theme this year. The array of floats represented Sweden, Finland, Hong Kong, Mexico, Gibraltar, Holland, Switzerland, Japan and the US. The Show included charities, community groups, business and Livery companies as well as Her Majesty’s Forces
and the City Police.
The Show played a key part in what was an exciting 12 months for London last year, and wrapped up the year perfectly. The Olympics, Paralympics and The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee were all memorable events that will be talked about for many years to come.
