Lord Mayor's Show Programme 2025

THREE MILES OF FUN, MUSIC AND PAGEANTRY TO WELCOME THE CITY’S NEW LADY MAYOR

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Welcome to the 2025 Lady Mayor’s Show

Iam delighted to be welcoming you to join us at this year’s wonderful Show, a pageant that’s now been running for more than 800 years. I will be the 697th to take on the role, but the very first in history to hold the title The Lady Mayor.

Having worked in the City for most of my life and been born in the East End, I know what a wonderful place it is. It’s a mix of historic buildings, institutions and livery companies, all set alongside highly innovative businesses. What the City does so brilliantly is to weave this innovation and history together. The Show is a really great example of this and a chance for everyone to see the mix of old and new come alive, with marching bands, charities, livery companies and all sorts of other organisations.

The role of The Lady Mayor is to promote financial and professional services for the City of London, both here and abroad. I’m also very keen that, over the next year, we demonstrate that the City really is open to all and o ers great opportunities for everyone.

In this programme, with a cover created by the fashion illustrator David Downton, you’ll find a float-by-float guide, a beautifully drawn map by the artist Adam Dant and ideas about where to go and what to see in the City, from hidden gardens to welcoming cafes. John Suchet, the presenter on Classic FM, talks about Guildhall School of Music &Drama and there’s a colourful piece on the Pearly Kings and Queens, whom I loved as part of my childhood.

You’ll find photos of our new home for the year, Mansion House, as well as London Stock Exchange. There is also the conversation I had with the wonderful TV presenter Gaby Roslin.

I hope that you enjoy this gloriously happy and spectacular historic occasion, and have a great day. I very much look forward to sharing it with you.

DAME SUSAN LANGLEY, DBE

The Lady Mayor of London

THE LORD MAYOR’S SHOW

PAGEANTMASTER

Dominic Reid, OBE

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Laura Groutides

CITY REMEMBRANCER’S OFFICE

Bruce Hunt

ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS

EDITOR Charlotte Metcalf

ART DIRECTOR Lorna Wilson

SUB EDITOR Simon Barker

PRODUCTION DIRECTOR David Gyseman

ADVERTISING SALES Jane Washbourn/Lisa Barnard

CHIEF EXECUTIVE Lisa Barnard

lisa.barnard@iln.co.uk

In Conversation With the New Lady Mayor

Dame Susan Langley talks to the television and radio presenter

Gaby Roslin about her journey from an East End upbringing to becoming the first ‘Lady Mayor’. Photographs by Alexandra Dao, with thanks to London Stock Exchange and Mansion House

Gaby Roslin: Dame Sue, Lady Mayor, this is huge, so obviously the first question has to be, how the heck are you feeling about it all?

Dame Susan: It feels really strange, because I never set out to be Lady Mayor. I used to watch The Lord Mayor’s parade on my grandad’s shoulders. Can you imagine telling a little kid that one day they were going to be in that parade, let alone telling them they were going to be in the golden State Coach? So, it really is an absolute honour, though it feels a bit surreal.

I love the fact that this has come about for you. So, let’s start at the very beginning. When you were on your grandfather’s shoulders,

what was life like in the East End of London?

I had a really happy and, I would say, privileged childhood. Some people use the word “underprivileged” about the East End. We didn’t have a lot of money, but my parents were hugely supportive of me. I don’t want it to sound like my childhood was hard, it was absolutely great.

No, it makes you real and people want to know you.

Well, I remember my gran’s house especially. It still had the outside tin bath and the mangle to wash the clothes and one of those irons…

Did you ever use it yourself?

No, far too dangerous, I’d have had flat fingers going anywhere near it!

As my husband Gary says, I’ve got the grace of a baby elephant. I had a great childhood and then we moved out to Essex, where I went to school and was vaguely bright.

Why “vaguely” bright? Look at what you’ve accomplished with your career – and now you’re

The Lady Mayor. OK, I did fairly well and was

encouraged to do A-levels. The school didn’t have a sixth form and my parents didn’t think, “Perhaps you should go to somewhere with a sixth form”, so teachers gave up their spare time to teach me in a cleared-out chemistry cupboard. It was all very Harry Potter! They didn’t have a French teacher, so I taught myself out of a book. I didn’t get very good A-levels, but the school said, “You should go to university”. So I went to Southampton University and got a geography degree.

Afterwards, I didn’t know what I wanted to do, so decided to take

Photograph

Gaby Roslin: Holly Wren

Gaby Roslin

Dame Susan’s parents told her “anything is possible”

“I used to watch the Lord Mayor’s Parade on my grandad’s shoulders. Can you imagine telling a little kid that they were going to be in that parade, let alone in the golden State Coach?”

Dame Susan Langley is the third female Lord Mayor – but the first to e style as ‘Lady Mayor’

myself off travelling and went to work in Cardiff to earn enough money to pay for an airfare.

Doing what?

I counted traffic cones, because every cone on a motorway needed its own little slip. And then I’d count them back in again.

I’m very pleased that somebody did that! And you raised the money to go to Australia?

Yes, I spent time in Australia and did a lot of travelling on the way there and back. I met so many brilliant people where English wasn’t the shared language, but you find a way to get on. It teaches you tolerance and patience and it gave me that resilience. It also taught me how to be very frugal. When I came back, I saw an advert in The Sunday Times for a job for Thomson tour operators’ graduate trainee scheme and applied for it. That’s the only job I’ve ever applied for. Every other one has found me.

Not many people can say that. From then on in, people wanted you to take the next step?

Yes, because I like people and I’m naturally curious, I’ve gone through life saying, “What do you do? That sounds interesting”, or “How do you do that?” At Thomson tour operators, the external auditor said I should be in consulting. And I said, “Really?”. And one of the clients said I should be in insurance, and I said, “Really?”. And then I sat next to the Speaker of the House of Lords at dinner and he said, “You should be in government”. And I said, “Really?”. And it just went on from there.

Do you realise how unusual that is? I hope it makes you feel really proud of yourself. At any one time I’ve had up to 17 mentorees and I always repeat my dad’s words: “Anything is possible. How hard can it be?” I feel privileged because I was given the confidence – rather than the arrogance, I hope – to think, “That sounds fun, I’ll try that!”

There’s nothing arrogant about saying, “That sounds fun, I’m going to give it a go.”

I always say to my mentorees that opportunities come through networking. If you’re naturally curious, people are generally helpful. If somebody asks me a question about how to do something, of course I’m going to help.

The list of things you’ve done is remarkable, but can you pick the three jobs which have made something click in you or where you’ve learned something?

First I’d say my time at Macmillan, which is a brilliant charity. The juxtaposition of the charity world and the private sector world is so interesting. It makes me ask, “What do we value in life? How do we measure it?” Caring and empathy take you a long way.

Then I’d highlight my time at the Old Bailey as Sheriff, because you see kids come in accused of knife crime and murder. They’ve got caught up in gangs because they have nothing else and don’t

the letters from mentorees saying, “You’ve changed my life”, “You’ve given me a different outlet”, “I’ve now managed to do this or that”. Those are what I’ll keep in my drawer upstairs.

I can tell those mean the world to you. Can we talk about your role as The Lady Mayor now? You’re the third female holder of the office, but for the first time you’re called The Lady Mayor rather than The Lord Mayor – why did you insist on that?

We’ve had a Lady Usher of the Black Rod and we’ve got a Lady Chief Justice. I think it’s time the City had a Lady Mayor.

So what does the role entail for you personally?

People see The Lord Mayor as a ceremonial figure – The Lord Mayor’s Show, the golden State Coach and so on – but there is so much more to it. The role means you are an ambassador for financial and professional services. You spend a hundred days overseas, so you’re promoting the UK in terms

“It’s about opportunity. It doesn’t matter where you come from, you can do anything here… I’ve come from the East End to Lady Mayor and other people can do it too”

have anyone there to tell them that anything is possible. So the gang becomes their family and there’s no way out. You see these kids jailed for 30 or 40 years – life. That’s absolutely heart-breaking, and it made me determined to think about what I could do to make a difference. Even changing one person’s life at a time is good, if you can do that.

The last thing is all the mentoring that I do. I’ve had a brilliant career and it’s been a huge privilege to have done the jobs I’ve had, and now I’m doing this amazing job as Lady Mayor. If I had to throw everything away, I would keep all

of greater investment alongside government, which is more important than ever now.

There’s a charitable element to it as well, but the charitable events have been quite traditional and I’d like to shake them up a little. So we’re going to do some different things, like a motorbike run out from Mansion House and some other ideas.

Then there are some of the social impact elements and for me, because of my background, it’s about opportunity. It doesn’t matter where you come from or what you want to do, you can do anything here and there are some fantastic

careers. I’ve come from the East End to Lady Mayor and other people can do it too. So how can I give people self-belief or the ambition? Someone gave me a good phrase: “How can I unsquare the Square Mile?”

I love that. So you have a year to do that?

I’m a custodian, who is sitting in the role of Lady Mayor for a year and then I’ll hand it on to someone else. I want to make sure people

recognise the role as a convener, a champion of the City of London, and then hand that role on safely.

As the business ambassador for the City of London financial and professional services, it’s about helping to create more jobs and more opportunities for people, to allow them to have a good career, to allow the economy to grow, to allow us to be able to invest in things that support the UK.

You have to do that through an emotional connection and

people have to want to do it. So it’s reminding people that we should work together as a team. How are we going to create that kind of feeling? I haven’t cracked how to do it yet, Gaby!

I don’t think there’s any doubt that you will crack it. So how do you feel about the parade today?

It’s strange to be in it, rather than watching it. There were many years, after my grandfather passed away, when I didn’t watch the Show,

Dame Susan and her husband Gary. With his role as Mayoral Consort, she sees this as very much a partnership

“The City is very welcoming . You don’t have to have specific skills… if you want to build your career, it’s very open to you. But you have to put yourself forward and be prepared to step into the gap”

Dame Susan says she is looking forward to the “short commute” when she moves into Mansion House

and now I’m seeing it from the other side.

He’d have been so proud of you. You’re going to do a wonderful job. Let’s get onto your plans for the year. In the past Lord Mayors have had favourite charities they support?

I’m going to take a slightly different approach. I’m going to be concentrating instead on impact projects aligned around opportunity, which have a real impact on the lives of people in the City, whether they live or work here. So I’ll be picking projects that, for example, allow more kids to come into London or help develop confidence and leadership skills. There are so many great charities now that play in the same space, and we have an opportunity to get them together and see how they become more than the sum of theirparts.

That’s brilliant.

It’s also important that fundraising events are varied and inclusive. There’s a place for formal dinners, but there’s also a place for a motorbike run out, a train trip or a music concert with no classical music. We came up with this phrase “cultural collision” – put some rap and modern dance in there. It’s not what people expect in the City.

Fabulous! So let’s talk about business.

Yes, a hundred days overseas…

Where you say, “Hey, come to the City of London!”

Not just that, but taking a delegation overseas to meet potential partners and with a list of investment opportunities. The role allows you the ability to have conversations that other people wouldn’t have.

Then in the UK, it comes back to this convening power. I’d like Mansion House to be seen almost as the embassy for financial and professional services. It’s where you come to have conversations about the things we need to fix and

hopefully find ways to resolve them. This also ties in with building the brand of the Mayoralty. It needs consistency.

Business is important to you because you’ve been incredibly successful in business for many years. I know you want it to be accessible for everybody no matter where you come from, or your colour, sexuality or political beliefs. One thing that I do feel really strongly about is that life’s not always fair, but you’ve got to try and make it as fair as possible and make sure people have the same opportunity. The City of London is, in fact, really good for that, and people shouldn’t think they can’t come into it, because it’s not for them or they don’t have the right background. There’s a lot of preconceptions around the City that are wrong, that we need to do something about.

Tell me about the reality of the City then, if the preconceived ideas are wrong?

The City is very welcoming. You don’t have to come in with a set of specific skills, just a desire to learn. If you want to build your career, it’s very open to you. You don’t have to be pushy, but you do have to put yourself forward and be prepared to step into the gap.

That’s scary for a lot of people. The Mayoralty’s key role, apart from being an ambassador, is to ensure that we have the right talent coming through and that we have the environment to make sure that this is somewhere people want to come and work. If we get that right, then it’s easier for businesses to grow.

So to people from abroad seeing you in your golden State Coach on this day, what can we offer their businesses here in the City? This is a great place to work: the City is a hub that offers all of the services and expertise a company needs. We have a great talent pool and a great environment to live and work. I think sometimes in the UK,

we’re not very good at saying what we’re good at, and we’re very good at saying what’s wrong. We can be quite negative, but we never talk about the positives. We need to be proud of what we offer in the UK and of the business environment that we have here. Can we be a bit more Team UK?

On a personal note, Mansion House is going to be “Mansion Home” to you. How’s that going to be? Well, a little bigger than where I livenow… The decor is a bit different, with a lot of vases I mustn’t bump into.

When everyone’s gone at night, are you going to throw your shoes off and run through the place? Please do.

I hadn’t thought of it until you said that, but now I’m going to! But seriously, it’s going to be a really short commute with my office in the building, which I’m looking forward to, given we’re going to be out every evening.

You’re not going to have much time to spend with your husband Gary, are you?

This is a partnership as Gary is the Mayoral Consort, so is as much a part of this as I am. I would not want to do this on my own. So, we will try and go home occasionally and decompress, but I think when I do go home, I will probably not be eating out. Probably fish fingers and baked beans.

And at the end of the day, will The Lady Mayor be watching telly?

I have this picture of you putting the telly on with your feet up. No, I’ve never watched a lot of telly. I’m a great reader. A cup of tea, a digestive and a book is my idea ofbliss.

This time next year, when the next Lord Mayor comes in, what would you like him to say about your tenure?

That she made a difference!

Perfect place to end.

Meet the New Sheriffs

We talk to the two Sheri s who will be at the Lady Mayor’s side during the Show – and who will provide her with unwavering support during their coming year of service

Aldermanic Sheri , Ward of Cheap

My earliest memory of the City dates back to childhood, watching the Lord Mayor’s Show with my grandparents in wonder from an o ce block. Growing up in the “go, go” 1980s, I was fascinated by the stock market and the City’s energy, which shaped my career path.

After university and four years in the Army, I joined Laurence Keen in1993 as a stockbroker. A few years later, we became part of Rathbones, where I’ve spent more than threedecades managing global, multi-asset portfolios.

My interest in public life led me to stand for election – not in Westminster, where party allegiance

is often required, but here in the Square Mile, where civic service is rooted in independence. I served for eight years as a Common Councillor for Farringdon Within, before resigning when Rathbones moved to the West End. Returning to the City a few years later, I won the Aldermanic election in Cheap. Rathbones is now based opposite Guildhall, at 30 Gresham Street, in the heart of the Ward I represent. It’s a privilege to serve as Sheri alongside the Lady Mayor. Together,

we’re delivering a joint civic programme that reflects the City’s values and aspirations. This year marks the 800th anniversary of the substantive Magna Carta and adecade since the launch of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. To recognise this, we’re hosting a series of “Justice for All” events – exploring justice for the accused, for prison leavers and for survivors of violence and exploitation. We’ll also look at how justice is financed and sustained. There will also be sponsored walks

Robert Hughes-Penney

Robert Hughes-Penney remembers watching the Lord Mayor’s Show ‘in wonder’ as a child

connecting the Old Bailey with each of London’s prisons, joined by Livery Masters and supporters raising funds for front-line organisations.

Justice is close to home for us.

My wife Elspeth was a solicitor, my father-in-law served as a prison chaplain and my wife’s ancestor, Elizabeth Fry – whose statue stands in the Old Bailey – was one of our justice system’s great reformers.

I’m also the only Alderman to have served in the Army, and I hope to raise the profile of our Armed Forces. At a time of shifting geopolitics and renewed global tensions, I believe it helps to have someone in the civic team who has worn the uniform and understands its language.

On the day of the Show, I’ll be travelling in my coach alongside my Chaplain, the Reverend Paul Kennedy, Rector of St Vedast, Foster Lane, in the Ward of Cheap.

I take on my role with energy and purpose. I’ve lived in five countries and invested globally. As a trading nation, the UK has reach and influence far beyond its borders. I look forward to supporting that international engagement as part of the City’s civic leadership.

Keith Bottomley Sheri & Deputy, Ward of Bridge and Bridge Without

Ifirst came to the City in 1998 as a chartered banker and met some of the City of London Corporation’s elected members. Iwas so inspired by the Corporation’s history, heritage and the model role it plays in promoting financial services, that 10 years ago I stood for election and became an elected member representing my Ward, Bridge and Bridge Without.

I love my Ward, and “Without” refers to the part that once sat outside the Roman walls. Today the Ward includes London Bridge, the “Walkie-Talkie”, Fishmongers’ Hall, the Monument to the Great Fire and much more.

I retired from banking 10 years ago to spend more time with my parents and to get more involved with the City of London Corporation, where I’ve been Deputy Leader for three years. Linking the Livery Companies with the commercial City of London is so important.

Being a Sheri is about the o ce, not the individual. I’m a character who wants to do something with the o ce, and as Sheri s, together with the Lady Mayor, we can really bring people together.

I’m passionate about opportunities for young people and chair Partnership for Young London, a small charity representing 16 to 24-year-olds. I’m focused on the

critical importance of technical education and tackling youth o ending. Some 75 per cent of defendants at the Old Bailey are under 25 – and getting younger. Gangs and knife crime are prolific. The last thing that’s required in this space is a lot of new initiatives. I’m going to use my time as Sheri to shine a light on best practice that is actually helping young people to break out of the cycle.

My husband Kevin is a Pilates teacher and, as the first same-sex married couple ever to hold the o ce of Sheri , I’ll be emphasising the importance of diversity too.

With the Lady Mayor, we’ll be the first civic senior team with a joint plan. Most of that will be focused on growth, but we’re all intent on promoting social mobility. I’m keen to make the most of my year and I’ve had such wonderful support from the

Livery Companies, which do a huge amount for philanthropy, education and skills.

On the day of the Show, my mum will be travelling in the coach with me, because she represents my lifelong Chaplain. Lots of my family and friends are coming to support me and we’ll be celebrating only the third woman ever to take o ce, and the first to have the title Lady Mayor, which sends such a strong signal to girls about accessibility and opportunity.

It’s an incredible chance to serve and I’m going to give it my all.

Keith Bottomley’s ward includes the distinctive ‘Walkie-Talkie’ skyscraper

The Lord Mayor’s Show dates back over 800 years and can lay claim to being the world’s longest unrehearsed event in the world! It is the most iconic event in the City of London.

DESTINATION CITY

The Show is the City’s annual flagship event and represents the new Lord Mayor’s (and for this year, Lady Mayor’s) first full day in office.

A new Lord Mayor is elected annually and plays a key role in promoting the City and UK financial and professional services across the world.

The City of London is one of the world’s leading global centres for financial and professional services and Destination City is the City of London Corporation’s growth strategy for the Square Mile. In the decade ahead, the City aims to be a magnetic destination where people choose to live, work, learn, and explore.

With fierce global competition for talent and investment, Destination City will enable the Square Mile to maintain its ability to attract businesses,

workers, and visitors, ensuring the City continues to play a leading role in driving London’s, and the UK’s, economy.

To continue to be a global magnet for business, we will make it easier for firms to relocate here, and continue building high quality, sustainable office space within a safe environment secured by the City of London Police.

This year the City Corporation has launched the City Business Investment Unit (CBIU) to support the aims of the Destination City Programme. The new unit will support and accelerate the Square Mile’s continued economic renaissance and has been launched at a time when confidence in the City continues to grow. The City is home to over 678,000 workers and has one of Europe’s strongest pipelines of new,

sustainable office space. New data shows rising footfall and record job creation – 25% in the last five years. Initiatives like the CBIU spreads the message loud and clear: the City is open for business.

In addition to being an international ambassador for the financial and professional services industry and UK business, the Lady Mayor is head of the City of London Corporation. This is the governing body of the Square Mile, dedicated to a vibrant and thriving City, supporting a diverse and sustainable London within a globally-successful UK.

The City of London Corporation also provides local authority services and this includes education, street cleaning, housing and planning.  But what makes the Corporation truly unique is its responsibilities across London and the UK. It runs 11,000 acres of open spaces including Hampstead Heath and Epping Forest, the Central Criminal Court at the Old Bailey, Heathrow Animal Reception Centre, the Barbican Arts Centre and the City Bridge Foundation is London’s largest independent charitable funder.

This is just a snapshot of what makes the City of London a special place and the Lady Mayor’s Show is your window into that. Have a great day!

The Lady Mayor works in partnership with the Chairman of the City Corporation’s Policy and Resources Committee and other leading Members to reinforce the City’s reputation as a key driver for the UK economy. cityoflondon.gov.uk

This is the route – it’s just over three miles long. The procession takes 90 minutes to pass by and is in two stages. First, the outward journey to the Royal Courts of Justice, followed by a short break; second, the return procession to Mansion House

LORD MAYOR’S SHOW 2025

Illustration by Adam Dant

This year’s map is sponsored by City AM

Who’s Who in 2025

Read our guide to the civic part of the procession to help you identify the key people who fulfil historic roles in the City

CITY LAW OFFICERS

The Remembrancer, Comptroller and City Solicitor, Common Serjeant and the Recorder.

CHAMBERLAIN

Caroline Al-Beyerty is the first fe ale a erlain of London, a role which dates back to 1237 and serves as t e or oration s ief inance Officer

ALDERMEN

One Alderman for each of the 25 City wards, who together make up the Court of Aldermen.

YEOMAN WARDERS ards of His Majesty’s Palace and Fortress the o er of London, who escort the Late Lord Mayor.

PAGEANTMASTER

Dominic Reid OBE has ensured the smooth running of the Lord Mayor’s Show for over 30 years.

LADY CHIEF JUSTICE

aroness arr of Walton-on-theHill began her judicial career as a Recorder in 2009 and in October 2023 she became t e first e er ad ief stice rin the Show she can be seen watching the rocession fro er balcony at the Royal o rts of stice

Others to look out for

113-114: The Sheriffs.

115: The Late Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress, Alastair King and his wife Florence.

116: The Lady Mayor’s Consort, Colonel Gary Langley, and three supporters, Cadet Sergeant Major Marina Erturk, Mr Chris Pine and Mrs Dina Price.

bDOGGETT’S COAT AND BADGE MEN

Winners of the oldest rowing race in the world (held every year since 1715), who precede the Lord Mayor’s State Coach and stand at the rear of the Sheriffs’ carriages.

THE LADY MAYOR Dame Susan Langley makes the historic journey to swear allegiance to the Crown in Westminster, accompanied by her Chaplain and two of her three Esquires, the Swordbearer (who bears the Lady Mayor’s sword) and the Common Cryer and Serjeant at Arms (who carries the Great Mace of the City).

HOUSEHOLD CAVALRY

The Household Cavalry is a corps of the Household Division made up of the the two most senior regiments of the British Army.

CITY MARSHAL

One of the Lady Mayor’s three Esquires and the historic keeper of the peace.

PIKEMEN AND MUSKETEERS

Formed from the oldest regiment in the British army, the Honourable Artillery Company, they are the Lord Mayor’s bodyguards and parade under Royal Warrant.

Where and When to See the Show

OUTWARD ROUTE

10:45 Lady Mayor travels from Guildhall to Mansion House.

11:00 The Lady Mayor waves the procession o from Mansion House.

11:30 Head of procession reaches Royal Courts of Justice.

12:10 Lady Mayor leaves Mansion House to join the procession.

12:20 Lady Mayor and Consort arrive at St Paul’s Cathedral to be blessed by the Dean.

12:40 Lady Mayor arrives at the Royal Courts of Justice to swear an oath of allegiance before the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales and Master of the Rolls.

RETURN ROUTE

13:10 Head of procession sets o from Temple Place.

13:30 Head of procession arrives back at Mansion House.

FAMILY FRIENDLY

14:10 Lady Mayor rejoins procession at Royal Courts of Justice.

14:40 Lady Mayor arrives back at Mansion House, where she is greeted by Aldermen and Masters of City Livery Companies.

If you want a clear view of the Lady Mayor’s Show, or if you have young children, it is best to arrive early to pick your spot. Busiest areas are St Paul’s and Mansion House, but Fleet Street, Victoria Embankment and Queen Victoria Street are often much more manageable.

POINTS OF VIEW

There is a dedicated disabled persons’ viewing area at the junction of Ludgate Hill and Old Bailey. The map on pages 14/15 shows WCs that have wheelchair access.

All times shown are approximate and correct at time of going to press

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The Other Royal Family

London’s Pearly Kings and Queens have a proud history, and are working to keep their traditions alive. Mark McCrum meets them

In Victorian days, long before social security, life on the London fruit-and-veg markets was no picnic. But each market had a king, who wore a distinguishing line of buttons down the seams of his trousers and looked out for his fellow costermongers. If any fell on hard times, these “flash boys” would organise a whip-round.

Henry Croft, an orphaned street sweeper and rat-catcher from St Pancras, took this benevolent tradition to a new level. “It wasn’t a lightbulb moment,” observes Clive

Bennett, Pearly King of Woolwich. “The market kings was in place, the buttons was in place, but Croft took it one step further. It was a little bit of flashness.”

To draw attention to his charity work, raising money for hospitals and orphanages like the new Barnardo’s, Croft decorated a whole suit with mother-of-pearl buttons, at the time mass-produced in East End factories. By 1880 he was attending pageants and carnivals in a “smother” suit, its underlying black cloth completely covered with buttons. “Working-class history is never written down,” says Bennett. But by 1902 a letter in The Strand Magazine describes “Mr F. Croft” as “Pearlie King of Somers Town”. By then Croft had encouraged others to join him, setting up a Pearly king or queen for every one of the then-28 boroughs of London. It is these cherished titles which have been passed down the generations to the Pearlies of today.

“My grandfather had this title in the 1920s,” Vanessa Vallely, Pearly Queen of the City of London, proudly tells me. When he died, it passed to her father, and then on to her. “I wore buttons from the age

Left: Clive Bennett, Pearly King of Woolwich

Right: Dr Vanessa Vallely OBE, Pearly Queen, City of London (centre) with Stewart Vallely, Pearly King, City of London (Vanessa’s husband left) and Victor Nutley, the original Pearly King, City of London (Vanessa’s father) doing The Lambeth Walk

of two,” she says. “When my father took over, I was Pearly Princess of Hoxton, then Queen, then when he got too poorly to continue… he handed the City title to me.”

This hereditary element of London’s “other royals” is perhaps one of the main reasons the tradition has kept going so strongly. “For me,” says Ashleigh-Rose Harman, Pearly Queen of Kensington (at 34 a spring chicken of a Pearly) “it’s a massive part of family tradition. At my nan’s funeral there was so much about all the wonderful things she’d done as a Pearly. She was in music videos, she went to Australia to do a Qantas ad, she painted the eye on a dragon. My cousin Jack and I were travelling back on the train and we just looked at each other and said, ‘We can’t let this go’.” Jack James is now Pearly King of Kensington.

When a Pearly king or queen dies, the buttons get stripped and sewn onto a new suit, with new designs. “I’ve got the Tower of London,” says Vanessa, showing me her waistcoat, “and a taxi, look, all the things that sum up my area.”

Others have hearts for charity, doves for peace, horseshoes for luck. “Touch a Pearly for luck,” Vanessa laughs, “that’s a tradition that’s got me into trouble a few times.”

Even the best royal families have their disagreements and the Pearlies are no exception. At the end of the last century there was “something

‘For me, it’s a massive part of family tradition. At my nan’s funeral there was so much about all the wonderful things she’d done as a pearly’

of a bust-up” over allegedly mishandled funds, and even though the Charity Commission found no wrongdoing and closed the case, the Original Pearly Kings and Queens Association was joined in 2001 by the London Pearly Kings and Queens Society.

Both groups now stress how much they admire and support each other’s work, although they hold separate harvest festivals and play by slightly di erent rules. The Association, for example, sticks strictly to inherited titles, while the Society allows people who show willing to be “invited in”. Clive Bennett, for example, is not from a traditional Pearly family, but was asked to be King of Woolwich by a family friend, who was looking for a consort.

For both groups, and a sprinkling of independent Pearlies like Vanessa, it’s all about charity. Bennett is constantly out in his buttons. Last week a sheltered home in town, then a care home in Maidstone. Then he was o with 10 other Pearlies to the Sweeps Festival in Rochester, where they sang the old cockney songs and were voted best act. Ashleigh and her fellow royals do similar gigs, as well as handing out the medals for the London half-marathon and “a load

Above: Vanessa Vallely’s grandparents George Hitchen and Marie Rose

Right: Vanessa’s parents Victor and Phillipa Nutley at their pearly wedding in 1970 at St Martin-in-the-Fields

When a pearly dies, their successor’s suit is made using the same buttons, with new designs

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of jobs for VE day”. Every Pearly pays their own expenses, and at the end of the year individual pearlies decide on their favoured causes.

Vanessa’s appearances support Barts and Maggie’s Centres among other City charities.

As they celebrate the 150th anniversary of Henry Croft donning a button-covered suit, the Pearlies’ main concern is to keep going and stay relevant in a rapidly changing world. With gentrification and changing demographics, many of the hereditary Pearlies no longer live in the boroughs they represent. “I can’t a ord to live in Kensington,” laughs Ashleigh. Her family followed many Londoners out to one of the new towns, Stevenage, before she herself settled in Peckham. “I couldn’t stay away,” she jokes. Vanessa Vallely lives in Essex. At the same time, none of the pearlies are getting any younger. “We’re losing a lot of Pearly Kings and Queens because of their age,” Vanessa laments.

So it’s down to the younger ones to not just uphold this unique charitable tradition but bring its glamour into a new age. AshleighRose Harman and Jack James are both in their thirties. They attended the opening of the Hackney-based street artist STIK, and took part in the gorgeous pearly-themed music

video made by Hoxton DJ Eliza Rose. Members of the Association have been photographed by Mario Testino for his project A Beautiful World. And as gay people, Ashleigh and James both march in their buttons in London Pride. The majority of their Association are under 40, and they have six kings and queens in their twenties.

Vanessa Vallely’s daughter Ella is just 21 and Pearly Queen of Hoxton. “The biggest thing for me that I

think is absolutely incredible is that these younger generations are putting the buttons on,” Vanessa says. “There’s a photo of me when I was 18 or 19, outside St Martin-inthe-Fields, and it’s like I’m chewing a wasp, because I didn’t want to wear a button suit. But then you get older and you realise how important tradition is.’

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Right: Ashleigh-Rose Harman and Jack James, Pearly King and Queen of Kensington, are taking on the tradition for a younger generation Below: The Pearlies entertaining the crowds – doing The Lambeth Walk , naturally – at the annual harvest festival in Guildhall Yard

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Women of the City

Alison Turner selects some of the most fascinating statues of City women, past and present. Photography by Edmund Sumner

For most of its 2,000-year history, the government , trade and commerce of the City of London have been largely the sphere of men. But against the odds, women have made a significant contribution through the centuries, sometimes operating under male

identities. In the year which sees the City celebrate only its third female Lord Mayor (the first ever to be styled Lady Mayor), we track down some visual reminders of the remarkable women – royals and commoners – who have made their mark on the Square Mile.

 Lady Justice

Depictions of famous men far outnumber those of women across London, but there is no shortage of mythological and symbolic females.

e most famous of them all is Lady Justice atop the Old Bailey, who has watched over the trials of the Kray brothers, the Yorkshire Ripper, Peter Sutcli e, and Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be hanged in England.

Lady Justice's right hand holds the sword of retribution and her le the scales of justice. Standing 12 feet tall, cast in bronze  nished with gold leaf, she looks slender but weighs in at 22 tonnes. True to the original Roman depictions, her eyes are uncovered: her maidenly form alone attesting to her impartiality.

Where: Old Bailey, EC4M 7EH

Firefighters Memorial

In World War Two, firefighters battling the flames of the Blitz were dubbed “heroes with grimy faces” – and many of those faces were women’s.

The Firefighters Memorial carries the names of more than 700 men who gave their lives to protect the capital, while on its reverse are listed the 23 women who died on fire service duty.

Some rode motorcycles carrying messages to and from fire crews during air raids, often through unlit streets.

A 21-year-old Gillian Tanner drove a truck containing 180 gallons of petrol through intense bombing to a fire crew in desperate need of it. For her gallantry, she was awarded a George Medal, one of 74 fire servicewomen to receive honours during the war.

Where: Women firefighters are depicted on the reverse side of the Firefighters Monument across the road from the south side of St Paul’s

Queen Victoria

More than 300 artists and volunteers toiled for three years to create the Queenhithe Mosaic, a 100 -long timeline of London’s history with the ames owing through it.

ree English queens can be found here: Elizabeth l, Matilda, who gave Queenhithe its name, and Victoria, who looks stereotypically unamused to nd herself next to a sh.

e mosaic’s border is constructed from centuries-old otsam and jetsam recovered from the ames foreshore –from oyster shells, broken clay pipes and pottery shards to Georgian porcelain.

Where: Queenhithe Mosaic, 1 Thames Court, Queenhithe, EC4V 3DX

 Boudicca

In AD60, just 17 years a er they invaded Britannia, Rome’s supposedly unassailable forces were humiliated – by a woman. She was, of course, Boudicca, Queen of the Iceni, depicted in one of the Mosaic’s earliest panels.

A er Boudicca’s husband died, Roman forces took the opportunity to seize Iceni lands. ey enslaved her people, raped her daughters and had Boudicca publicly ogged. is proved a diplomatic misstep. Boudicca amassed a 120,000-strong army which marched on Londinium, killing some 30,000 inhabitants and burning down the city.

How do we know this? Because 12 feet beneath today’s street level, archaeologists have unearthed a 16-inch reddish layer of soot, burnt roof tiles and pottery. ey call it the “Boudiccan Destruction Horizon”.

Boudicca was ultimately beaten and killed but her rebellion so rocked Roman self-belief that Emperor Nero seriously considered abandoning Britannia.

Where: Queenhithe Mosaic, 1 Thames Court, Queenhithe, EC4V 3DX

The Daily Courant

In Crane Court just o Fleet Street you will nd a metal engraving of a newspaper’s front page set into the pavement. In 1702 e Daily Courant, published in o ces overlooking the River Fleet, became Britain’s very rst daily newspaper – a bold move, since no-one had attempted to produce a paper every day.

Remarkably for that era, its owner/editor was a woman, Elizabeth Mallet, who wrote under the byline E Mallet to disguise her gender. ‘ e Currant’, as Londoners called it, would kickstart a newspaper revolution, with 30 more titles springing up over the next few decades. Although Mallet received almost no recognition during her lifetime, her initiative would usher in Fleet Street’s world-famous newspaper industry.

Where: Front page inset into the entrance to Crane Court, o Fleet Street, west of Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese pub

 Queen Anne

Our last Stuart monarch, Queen Anne, played a key role in unifying England and Scotland, becoming the rst ruler of Great Britain.

Olivia Colman won an Oscar for her portrayal of Anne in e Favourite, which focused on the in uence of her two close female con dantes.

e marble depiction of Anne outside St Paul’s was less well-received.

e Queen’s reputation for liking a tipple gave rise to the ditty “Brandy Nan, Brandy Nan, le in the lurch, her face to the gin-shop, her back to the church”.

e current statue is a late 19th-century copy of the 1711 original, which became badly weathered. e four female gures around the base represent Britain, France, North America and Ireland.

Where: St Paul’s Cathedral, in front of the main steps, EC4M 8AD

 The Brontës

An o ce doorway in Cornhill seems an unlikely place to nd the end scene of a famous literary hoax. But this is no ordinary door. Carved from mahogany in 1939 to a design by artist Walter Gilbert, its eight panels depict various tableaux from the history of Cornhill.

One shows sisters Charlotte and Anne Brontë visiting their publishers Smith Elder and meeting fellow novelist William Makepeace ackeray (Smith Elder published the rst collected version of his masterpiece Vanity Fair).

Charlotte, Emily and Anne originally published their novels under the male pen names, Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell, to be taken seriously by the literary world. But a er Charlotte’s 1847 novel Jane Eyre became a literary sensation, she and Anne travelled to Smith Elder’s Cornhill o ces, where they confessed to the astonished head of publishing that Currer and Acton Bell were daughters of a Yorkshire clergyman.

Where: 32 Cornhill, EC3V 3SG

 Eleanor Coade

Coal smoke meant that London’s statues had a short shelf life until a technological innovation of the 1700s.

Outside Founders’ Hall stands a sculpted version of the livery company’s historic coat of arms, depicting tongs and a melting pot bound for the ery furnace and a cannon and balls cast from molten metal.

But this 225-year-old sculpture isn’t carved from marble or limestone – it was moulded from a ground-breaking arti cial stone developed by businesswoman Eleanor Coade.

Her recipe for Coadestone was a closely guarded secret but included clay, quartz and int, kiln- red at high temperatures to produce a material far more weather-resistant than stone. Coade’s invention transformed statuary and architectural decoration and can still be seen in hundreds of locations, including Brighton’s Royal Pavilion, Buckingham Palace and Apsley House, home to the Duke of Wellington.

Where: Founders Hall coat of arms, Cloth Fair, EC1A 7JQ

 Mary Queen of Scots

A short walk east of her nemesis and cousin Elizabeth’s statue, Mary Queen of Scots, looks out mournfully – perhaps stoically – onto Fleet Street from a splendid neo-Gothic building.

Mary was beheaded in 1587 for treason, perceived as a Catholic rival to the throne. Sir John Tollemache Sinclair, the Scottish Liberal politician who commissioned the building and statue in 1905, clearly admired Mary as a tragic, romantic gure.

Today her doleful impact is somewhat undermined by the Pret a Manger shopfront beneath her feet.

Where: Mary Queen of Scots House, 143-144 Fleet Street, EC4A 2BP

 Elizabeth I

e Queen Elizabeth who gazes out of a niche on the wall of St Dunstan-in-the-West is young and plump-faced, with a smile hovering about her lips. It is thought to be the only surviving sculpture of the Tudor queen carved during her lifetime and the capital’s oldest outdoor statue.

In 1928, a er undergoing restoration, it was unveiled by female su rage campaigner Millicent Fawcett.

Widely considered one of England’s greatest monarchs, Elizabeth’s role in laying the foundations of the City as a leading nancial hub is less well known. A er her nancial agent, Sir omas Gresham, constructed London’s rst dedicated ‘bourse’, she sealed its success by announcing it would therea er be known as e Royal Exchange.

Where: Sculpture inset in wall of St Dunstan-in-theWest, Fleet Street, EC4A 2HR

Passion and Potential on Silk Street

John Suchet discovers the extraordinary opportunities being o ered to young people by Guildhall School of Music & Drama

Those in the know call it Silk Street; the rest of us know it as Guildhall School of Music & Drama. Silk Street is a thoroughly appropriate name.

Way beyond just being the School’s address in the heart of the City, Silk Street could lay claim to being the most artistic street in the country, or even Europe. The

Barbican Centre, one of the UK’s most prestigious art centres, is in Silk Street. Right next door and part of its complex is Guildhall School, a Grade II listed building.

Karima El Demerdasch as Prince Orlofsky in Guildhall School’s production of Die Fledermaus last year

Across the street is Milton Court, which belongs to the School and houses a state-of-the-art concert hall, a proscenium arch theatre, a smaller studio theatre and several large rehearsal rooms.

There has been a Guildhall School in the City since 1880; Milton Court is just 12 years old. That sums up this wonderful establishment. It is more than a conservatoire or a theatre. It pays homage to the past but is at the cutting edge of all that is new in the arts.

Take music – technology has changed its world. It is not enough any more to train a musician to perform live on stage with an orchestra or chamber ensemble.

“Many more people listen to music they have streamed or downloaded,

or watch live performances on YouTube, than go to a concert hall,” the Principal of Guildhall, Professor Jonathan Vaughan, tells me. “We need to train our musicians to excel in an age of the internet and social media. They must be media savvy.”

The same is true behind the scenes: “If our students put on an opera or play, we’re not just talking singers, musicians or actors. We teach students in stage management, costume design, lighting, make-up, scenery design.”

Jonathan explains that every person who applies for a place at Guildhall is given an audition: “We want to democratise the arts.” Jonathan himself attended a comprehensive school that o ered free music lessons. “That gave

Guildhall students rehearse for a female-centred production of Henry VIII earlier this year

Students can learn all aspects of staging a production –including scenery design

Yolisa Ngwexana as the sorceress Morgana in Handel’s opera Alcina

Jonathan Vaughan is passionate about opening up the arts

me my career, and that is what I want to dofor any young person from whatever background. If we can provide free tuition, through bursaries, scholarships, help with travel and so on, then we are fulfilling our mission.”

That mission can boast an illustrious roll call of names, from Noël Coward and Fred Astaire to Jacqueline du Pré, Daniel Craig, Ewan McGregor, Sir Bryn Terfel, Alison Balsom, Tasmin Little, Alistair McGowan, Orlando Bloom, Michelle Dockery and Lily James.

A name less familiar, but one that sums up the School, is Zands Duggan. A former percussion student at Guildhall, since the age of 18 he has been a favourite percussionist of Sir Karl Jenkins, composer and now professor at the School.

“We’re next to the Barbican,” Zands enthuses. “World-class orchestras come here to perform, their section leaders step next door and give masterclasses. That proximity to artists sets Guildhall apart.”

Isadora Pulman, 23, from Cambridge, read theology and ancient languages at Bristol University. But music is her passion, and after graduating she auditioned for Guildhall and joined the Electronic and Produced Music department. Guildhall, with its

emphasis on innovation, was the perfect place for her to study, and the Barbican Centre next door o ered unique opportunities.

“As a student, I sang on the Barbican stage in front of nearly 2,000 people,” she tells me. “Where else can you get an experience like that?”

In contrast, Thomas Young, 18, from Kent, is about to embark on a Bachelor of Music degree course, and says: “I began playing clarinet at the age of eight and was accepted into Junior Guildhall, where I won a major prize. The next step was the senior school, where I can study with clarinettists who are at the top level, like Andrew Marriner.”

“It’s a policy of the School,” the Principal says, “to seek out

neurodiverse students who have been written o at school. You’d be surprised at the talent we can uncover, and many of these have gone on to achieve great things.”

“Our aim at Guildhall is really quite simple,” Jonathan concludes. “It’s to bring the arts to as many people from as diverse backgrounds as possible. Passion and potential, that is what we are looking for.”

Passion and potential. That’s Silk Street in three words.

Guildhall School of Music & Drama are taking part in this year’s Show, keep a look out for them and give them a cheer as they pass by.

John Suchet OBE is the well-known author, television news journalist and presenter on Classic FM

Photographs: ©Luke Bryant/John Suchet/Paul Cochrane

Technology has changed music – as shown by the electronics ensemble

Zands Duggan and his exotic array of percussion instruments

Guildhall School is nestled within the Barbican arts complex

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Find out more about those taking part today with our complete running order of participants in the 2025 Lady Mayor’s Show — and don’t forget to cheer them on along the route!

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Honourable Artillery Company

The Honourable Artillery Company (HAC) is an Army Reserve unit based in the City of London, with a long history supporting and protecting the City. The HAC is an intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance unit with an organic105mm Light Gun Battery, as well asits own Band and Corps of Drums.

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Gog & Magog, Guild of Young Freemen & The Basketmakers

The ancient guardians of the City have been a feature of the Show for centuries. Today’s giant willow fi res ere ade t e ors i f l Company of Basketmakers and are accompanied by the Guild of Young Freemen, a volunteer-run organisation made up of young people who share an interest in the rich history and traditions of the City of London. Members are aged between 18 and 40 and come from a wide range of backgrounds and careers.

The Worshipful Company of Insurers

London is the world leader in the global insurance industry. The Worshipful Company of Insurers is a Livery which is truly passionate about promoting and developing excellence and diversity of talent in our great industry.

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The WCI is proud to be supporting Civitas Schools which offers additional support and encouragement to help children who have fallen behind at school. Civitas sets high expectations of what each child might achieve, helping them develop the habit of learning and endeavouring to remove barriers that inhibit their academic and intellectual development.

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Romford Drum & Trumpet Corps

Founded in 1957, this independent, free-to-join, youth military-style marching band from Havering combines Armed Forces-style uniforms and instrumentation with musical excellence. As a registered charity, it’s performed at iconic venues like the Royal Albert Hall and Buckingham Palace, toured internationally, and earned civic and youth development awards.

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Drapers’ Multi-Academy Trust

Drapers’ Multi-Academy Trust, sponsored by the Drapers’ Company and een ar ni ersit of ondon c rrentl o ersees fi e sc ools in Harold Hill, Romford. At the invitation of Lady Mayor Susan Langley, who was educated in Havering, we are proud to join the Lord Mayor’s Show, celebrating our commitment to providing excellent education and expanding opportunities for young people.

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Gallagher

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Bank of England

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The Worshipful Company of Paviors

The Worshipful Company of Paviors, founded in 1276, is the sixth oldest Livery Company and one of the most established in construction. It unites professionals from road building, construction, and other related sectors. The Company is driven by its charitable aims, supporting education, social causes, and industry charities like the London Construction Academy and the Construction Youth Trust.

Surbiton Royal British Legion Youth Marching Band

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Surbiton Royal British Legion Youth Marching Band.

Founded in 1965, the band is a nonrofit or anisation created to ro ide musical opportunities for young people aged 8 Upwards. It offers an accessible route for those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to learn a musical instrument.

A Day in the Life

Gary Langley, the Lady Mayor’s husband and Honorary Colonel of the Army Cadets, will join the procession in a horse-drawn coach with Marina Erturk, a 17-year-old Cadet Sergeant Major

T here are about 34,000 Army Cadets in Britain. Gary Langley was appointed as Honorary Colonel, for the Middlesex and North West London Sector. Marina Erturk was chosen to accompany him in his coach as the standout Cadet for numerous achievements, including coming top in her Senior Cadet Instructional Course, being the first to receive the Major General’s Award, representing London twice at regional first aid competitions, receiving a commendation for her dedication to London District Music and undertaking a static-line parachute jump.

Marina: I live in Wembley, so my day starts very early to be at Guildhall in time to change into uniform, do my hair and give my shoes a last-minute polish. By 8.30amI’ll be congregating for breakfast in the Guildhall’s Old Library with the Aldermen, Councillors and High O cers.

Gary: I’ll be having breakfast in Mansion House where Sue and I have houseguests. At 10.45am, with two family friends and Marina, I will be at Guildhall Yard to get into the coach. We join the procession at St Lawrence Jewry church and go past Mansion House to the Royal Courts of Justice, where Marina and I join Sue and the Aldermen for a ceremony with the King’s Remembrancer and other High Court Judges.

Around 1.30pm we get back in the carriages and join the procession back to Mansion House. There we’ll go up to the balcony to await the arrival of the golden State Coach carrying the Lady Mayor. After that there’s lunch at Mansion House for around 450 people – it’s usually curry. Then Sue and I will retire with our houseguests until the evening when we’re going to the Albert Hall for the Festival of Remembrance.

The Army Cadet Force is not a recruiting mechanism for the armed forces, it’s a youth organisation giving

young people skills, training and experiences that make a significant di erence to their lives, amply reflected by Marina’s experience. Research shows that Cadets become more confident and resilient, better at communicating and teamwork. Rather than saying, “Oh I can’t do that, so I won’t”, they welcome a challenge. Above all, the resulting increase in their self-e cacy leads to increased educational attainment and employment ambitions.

Marina: I was originally a Police Cadet and then heard about what the Army Cadets’ Summer Camp o ers – swimming, paddleboarding, shooting and adventure training. Post-Covid, these were opportunities not to be missed. So, I signed up at my Wembley branch for bi-weekly training. Straight away, I loved the sense of discipline, structure and purpose. The values the Cadets hold are those we should all have – commitment, respect and discipline.

Being a Cadet has helped shape my goals and develop my leadership skills. Competing in National First Aid competitions has highlighted my desire to follow a medical career with a view to becoming a doctor.

The Cadets are also all about the friends and the connections you make. We might all have di erent hobbies and backgrounds, but we are like-minded people. I’m still at a very early stage of life, but I’d like to think that these friends will be for life because of the experiences that we’ve had together.

Gary’s said my arm’s going to fall o from all the waving I’ll do on the day, but I’ll also be telling my story to lots of important people. I’ve marched at the Show before but never been inside the Royal Courts of Justice. It’s an incredible, exciting opportunityto see the Show from a whole new perspective.

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Cadet Sergeant Major Marina Erturk and Colonel Gary Langley will represent the Army Cadets

People’s Parade

The music, the marching, the proud ancient traditions and pageantry, and the sheer colourful exuberance of the floats bring together the City with people of all ages from around the world. Here are some of last year’s most memorable moments

Photographs: Rick Pushinsky

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Worshipful Company of Coachmakers & Coach Harness Makers

The Worshipful Company of Coachmakers and Coach Harness Makers is an active Livery investing in young people, providing sponsorship and support to students and apprentices in the aerospace, automotive and coachbuilding industries. The Company creates a forum for those with interests in these industries, enabling members to meet senior figures and business leaders at various events and dinners. www.coachmakers.co.uk

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Worshipful Company of Farriers

The Worshipful Company of Farriers was founded in 1356 in the City of London at the request of the Lord Mayor, with the purpose of overseeing those engaged in the craft of farriery and upholding the welfare of the horse through good practice, an aim it continues to champion in the 21st Century.

Dames Commander Society

The Dames Commander Society (DCS) is delighted to be supporting the Lady Mayor’s Parade 2025. The DCS is a collective of Dames Grand Cross and Dames Commanders committed to using their voice, in ence and leaders i for good. We champion women’s contributions, tackle inequity, and highlight underrepresented issues, convening expertise and networks to createlastingchange.

The Worshipful Company of Glass Sellers of London

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Aldgate Ward Club

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Whether you live, work, or simply have an interest in the City, we welcome you with open arms.

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Band of the Royal Air Force College

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600 Squadron Royal Auxiliary Air Force

600 (City of London) Squadron is amulti-role reserve squadron formed in 1925. A Battle of Britain Sqn which continues to provide personnel to serve alongside regulars in direct support to Operations. Receiving ‘Privileged Regiment Status’ in 2007 the Sqn maintains close links with the City of London, it is the only Royal Air Force reserve unit within the M25.

University of London Air Squadron, Royal Air Force

The University of London Air Squadron, part of the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserves, trains London’s ni ersit st dents in asic in force development, and adventurous training. It offers a taste of RAF life, helping students explore careers as an officer is nit s a es future leaders through unique and valuable experiences.

West Ham United

West Ham United is a proud east London football club, originally founded as Thames Ironworks FC in 1895. Known as the Hammers, the Club has a rich history of domestic and European success. Deeply rooted in its local community, West Ham continues to embody the values of hard work, resilience and pride that a e defined it for o er a cent r

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Women in Defence UK

The Women Who Defend Us

Guided by Emmeline Pankhurst’s ‘Deeds not Words’ and operating on a not for rofit asis o en in Defence UK seeks to accelerate gender equity in defence. Our ambition for 30% of roles at all levels to e filled o en ill enable a more balanced, inclusive, and equitable defence enterprise.

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Army Cadet Force

The Army Cadet Force is represented by the City of London & North East Sector, and Southe East London Sector ACF. The cadets and adult volunteers are showcasing how the ACF fosters everyone to “Be More with the Army Cadets” through the wider cadet experience; be it with the Duke of Edinburgh Award, recognised music, adventurous training, Wellbeing, first aid and leaders i alifications

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Strong Women – Strong Future

Insurers, Entrepreneurs and other strong women process as part of 697 Women in support of Dame Susan Langley, the 697th Mayor. Future strong women are represented by North London Collegiate School. Dame Sue, the first to ta e t e title ad a or is an inspiration, who encourages more women to come forward, makingthe City go from strength to strength.

The Lord Mayor’s Appeal

Creating A Better City For All through Power of Inclusion, This Is Me, We Can Be and City Giving Day

The Appeal’s four thought leadership programmes aim to deliver impact via workshops, events and partnerships, empowering companies to work towards an inclusive, healthy, fair and skilled City. The Appeal will also help Londoners thrive through its charity partnership with Homewards, a Royal Foundation programme and other initiatives.

POWER OF INCLUSION

Creating an inclusive City where everyone feels they belong

Aiming to increase opportunities for those from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, this programme last year hosted five sold-out workshops, covering topics like AI and equitable opportunity and data harnessing, reaching more than 23,000 employees via its digital channels.

Charlotte Biddle, Senior Global Benefits Consultant at Aon says: “The Social Mobility Workshop Series helps us promote collaboration and raise awareness of social mobility across the City. The speakers and discussions helped us learn about evidence-driven initiatives and the varied ways that organisations are tackling key challenges.”

THIS IS ME

Ending stigma around mental health in the workplace

Last year, this pioneering initiative led campaigns around alcohol awareness and World Mental Health Day and hosted workshops on belonging and managing menopause at work. It also led a green ribbon-

City Giving Day is a mainstay of the Lord Mayor’s Appeal

shaped walk around the City for Mental Health Awareness Week, in collaboration with MQ Mental Health Research. After working with This is Me, companies reported sta felt 80 per cent more confident talking about their mental health.

WE CAN BE

Empowering young women to make informed career decisions

This programme brings together City companies and schools to encourage young women to develop their skills, ambitions and gain exposure to women in the City. Last year a record 22 businesses, 20 schools and 338 students took part. Participating school, Harris Girls’ Academy East Dulwich, said: “We can help young people by showing them that these opportunities exist and are not beyond their reach.”

CITY GIVING DAY

Creating a fair City with equal access to opportunities

This is an annual cross-City

event when businesses celebrate their charitable and volunteering achievements. Last year, more than 605 companies took part in everything from cupcake decorating to hula-hooping. More than 50 teams joined in the quiz night and 108 cyclists, from firms including Aon and Fidelity International, took part inTour de City.

HOMEWARDS

Demonstrating that, together, we can end homelessness

The Prince of Wales and The Royal Foundation launched this initiative in 2023. The Lord Mayor’s Appeal has been its charity partner from the beginning and will continue to o er Homewards its unwavering support. Homewards works in partnership with six flagship locations across the UK, giving them access to a network of best-in-class expertise, potential partners and funders to unlock new ideas. In Lambeth, where 25 per cent of the population lives in poverty, Homewards helped launch a new Housing Advice Line that created Housing Perks, a cashback platform and digital app supporting 45,000 low-income households.

Support The Lord Mayor’s Appeal by becoming a Corporate Partner, making a donation, attending an event or taking part in our programmes. For information visit thelordmayorsappeal.org or email info@thelordmayorsappeal.org. Registered Charity Number: 1148976

Photograph: Pauliina Roots Photography

Women in the Livery, City & beyond

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Lady Masters’ Association Women in the Livery

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Guildhall School of Music & Drama

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Women in Tech & Health

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Women in Tech & Health

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ASEAN and International Women’s Float, organised by

ASEAN and International Ladies

sta lis ed in ose atrons are t e S assadors is t e oldest S ro rin in to et er t e dias ora co nities on trade and in est ent atters it t e On t e s s onsored etroline S and al in are re resentati es fro S a

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Zhejiang UK Association

Founded in 2009, Zhejiang UK Association (ZJUKA) is dedicated to strengthening ties between the UK and China. Its members — professionals and entrepreneurs from Zhejiang province living and working in the UK — are actively engaged in the local community. Supported by businesses, philanthropists, and corporate partners, ZJUKA promotes cultural exchange and economic collaboration. Since 2017, ZJUKA has proudly participated in the Lord Mayor’s Show, showcasing the diversity and vibrancy of the City of London.

68 (Inns of Court and City Yeomanry) Squadron, 71 Signal Regiment

68 Signal Squadron is an Army Reserve communications unit consisting of men and women who give up their spare time to train and serve alongside the regular armed forces.

The Royal Yeomanry

The Royal Yeomanry is a British Army Reserve regiment specializing in armoured reconnaissance. Established in 1967, it carries the heritage of historic yeomanry regiments. Operating Jackal vehicles, it provides cr cial attlefield intelli ence e regiment has served in Iraq and Afghanistan. It recently contributed to Operation CABRIT, a UK-led NATO Enhanced Forward Presence deployment to Eastern Europe.

The Band of The Royal Yeomanry (Inns of Court & City Yeomanry)

An Army Reserve Band, based in London providing support to defence engagements, State Ceremonial and other events at home and overseas. The band welcomes recruits from Greater London and surrounding counties. Contact us on 020 7426 8364 or Facebook

First Aid Nursing Yeomanry (Princess Royal’s Volunteer Corps)

Founded in 1907, the FANY (Princess Royal’s Volunteer Corps) is an essential part of London’s emergency response capability. Staffed entirely by female volunteers, FANYs assisted in both world wars and today continue to support the civil and military authorities in times of crisis.

3rd Military Intelligence Battalion

An operationally committed Reserve unit that delivers intelligence support across Defence and the Field Army. as ad lon affiliations it t e Worshipful Company of PaintersStainers and St James Garlickhythe Church based in City of London. The soldiers on show are from the initial training team and are at the start of their military careers.

London Bugle BandBoys’ and Girls’ Brigade

The London Massed Bugle Band of the Boys’ and Girls’ Brigades is a marching band for young people aged 11-25. It brings together BB & GB members from a range of local groups to make music together, and has provided opportunities to perform across the UK as well as in France, Belgium and the Netherlands. www.lmbb.org.uk

YOU London

YOU London is a partnership of Youth Organisations in Uniform (YOU) working together to maximise opportunities for young people in London. The young Londoners are carrying Union Jacks to highlight the prominent role uniformed youth groups played in this year’s VE and VJ Day 80 national commemorations.

City of London Police Cadets

The City of London Police Cadets, Met Police Cadets (Tower Hamlets) and Police Belgium have been part of an international cadet alliance since 2023. The purpose of this is to give young people a voice and experiences that help them develop life skills. To offer new ways of working and allow young people think of innovative ways of solving complex problems.

This is the third year our units have all met under the banner of this alliance.

Institute of Couriers, IOC

A showcase of low & zero emission delivery to door. IOC is the government stakeholder organisation, voice for the express delivery and courier sector a in final ile and last ile deli eries to t e door ello s and e ers provide a focus of knowledge and communication. We host heads of industry events each year, the National Courier Awards in October and fellows gowning in February. Big agenda items include road safety, security theft and t reat ed cation e ress a rentices i s and clean air for final ile www.ioc.uk.com

The Worshipful Company of Water Conservators

We are a modern livery company of the City of London: a charitable organisation with close links to industry. We promote the science, art and practice of water conservation and environmental management, especially the treatment of water and waste water, the management of water courses and the prevention of pollution. We run conferences, discussions and webinars and rod ce olic riefin s and or with schools and students to enhance water-related science, environmental learning and biodiversity.

Portrait of a Lady

David Downton explains how creating a portrait of the Lady Mayor brings new energy to the traditional programme cover

Iwas honoured to be asked to illustrate this cover. I am a huge admirer of the artists who’ve been commissioned before me; Quentin Blake, Peter Blake and Brian Grimwood. I have a childhood memory of my father and me driving up to the Lord Mayor’s Show in his Zephyr when I was about six. I remember some of the pomp and ceremony with fairy tale-looking horses and coaches and so on.

I’ve always applauded the way the programme commissions artists for the cover rather than taking the more obvious photographic route. The received wisdom is that drawings don’t sell magazines, which I am happy to say was disproved when I illustrated four covers of Australian Vogue with portraits of Cate Blanchett (who flew from Sydney for the sitting) in 2009. They became the fastest selling issues in the magazine’s 50-year history and won the Magazine Cover of the Year Award. For me, a cover is always an opportunity.

A lot of past covers have been very rich and evocative of the pageantry on the day. A portrait is a new approach, which I think is in tune with Sue being the first ‘Lady Mayor’ and bringing new energy to the role.

Drawing backstage at fashion shows in Paris, I learnt to travel light and take up as little space as possible. Arriving with an easel and a trunk full of materials can be very intimidating. I like to be as unobtrusive as possible when

I’m working. At a sitting, I fill page after page of a sketch book with preliminary drawings. I don’t put pressure on myself to complete the portrait there and then. I need a safety net. Instead, I mull things over when I am back in the studio and let the drawings guide me to the final piece.

For me, it’s important to talk with the sitter, to dispel nerves on both sides. Communication is vital when you have so little time and it’s important that the sitter relaxes into the situation. An awkward atmosphere always shows.

My aim is to distil the essence of a person and float it onto the page.

In this instance, I’ve tried to capture the importance of the public-facing character Sue will play as Lady Mayor. So, I’ve focused on the opulent ceremonial visual clues that define the o ce –the feathered hat, fur, chain and scarlet robes. I don’t like the word ‘minimal’, but I hope I’ve produced a pared-down rendering which captures something of Sue’s personality while underlining the significance of her role as the first ever woman to take the title Lady Mayor.’

This year’s artwork by David Downton is available as a limited edition of 50 original woodcut and lithograph prints. Signed and numbered by David Downton and printed by Coriander Studios at Worton Hall Studios.

Available to purchase directly from CCA Galleries and online at Worton Hall Studios, ccagalleries.com (01252 797201), wortonhallstudios.com

Photographs: Jeremy Freedman. Illustrations: David Downton

David Downton in his studio with artwork of his hero Bob Peak on the walls

One of the preliminary sketches of Susan Langley for the final cover

Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa Pipe Band

Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa Pipe Band (@smspipeband_london), founded in 1972 under Maninagar Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan and based at Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Kingsbury (@sgadilondon), t e orld s first eco te le lends disci line it tradition erfor in globally and at the Queen Elizabeth II’s Jubilee, The People’s Parade, and o on ealt a cele rations in c in a alace

Senior Livery Companies

e first i er o anies to be formed in the City have been ro otin t eir crafts and s ortin t e ord a ors since t e iddle es e re ain acti e and rele ant to t e ritis econo ed catin and supporting the next generation of young trainees in their various industries, while raising and donating many millions of pounds to good ca ses ann all allon art arenneale co

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Goodenough College London

Goodenough College is a unique ed cational c arit it lin s to t e a oralt stretc in ac to edicated to fosterin international nderstandin and res ect and delivering an outstanding programme of intellect al c lt ral and social acti ities t e olle e ro ides a ar and elco in o e for talented postgraduate students and their families – from all sorts of ac ro nds 45

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Pea & Bean Growers Association

e ea ean ro ers ssociation unites growers, suppliers, and rocessors across t e s ea and bean industry to support sustainable rod ction inno ation and ar et ro t e association ro ides e ert idance ind str ad ocac and colla orati e o ort nities to ens re t e s ccess and resilience of t e s ea and ean sector

Cleveland Clinic London

We are part of a global health s ste dedicated to i alit care researc and ed cation le eland linic ran s a on t e orld s est d e to o r foc s on clinical e cellence safet and atient o tco es O r state of t e art independent hospital offers a road ran e of clinical ser ices and core foc s on cardiac ne rolo ical ort o aedic and di esti e disease ser ices atients also et fast access to care at o r o t atient centres in Moorgate and the Harley Street ealt istrict

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Mill Hill School Combined Cadet Force

e o ined adet orce enco ra es alities of leaders i and tea or t ro a str ct red programme using uniform, drill and tea ildin acti ities

The CCF has been running in Mill Hill Sc ool for o er a cent r and al ost just as long, the Corps of Drums as een t ere ro idin sical entertain ent and cere onial d ties for sc ool e ents and e ents t ro o t ondon

City of London Parent Carer Forum

City Parent Carer Forum represents parent/carers of children/young people (0-25) with additional needs or disabilities. We provide City parent/carer members the opportunity to share experiences with the Local Authority and Health. Working in Partnership, we work towards better outcomes for SEND children, young people and their families. www.cityparentcarers.org

Sponsored this year by

Azad Ayub

ad s oat cele rates is lo al and local charitable partnerships, his valued relationship with the City of London livery companies, and the strength of his team. It stands as a bold statement of how local businesses can lead with purpose, echoing Azad’s unwavering focus on social responsibility and real community impact.

China Chamber of Commerce in the UK

Founded in 2001, CCCUK represents and serves the interests of Chinese enterprises and organisations across the UK. Over the past 24 years, it has strengthened China-UK relations, promoted ina econo ic and trade coo eration and acti el f lfilled its social responsibilities.

Today, CCCUK continues to bridge the two business communities together and works to consolidate the China-UK business collaboration.

Sponsored by

www.chinachamber.org.uk

The Worshipful Company of Butchers

The Worshipful Company of Butchers received our Royal Charter in 1605, being one of the oldest Livery Companies in the in The City. Butchers’ Hall at 87 Bartholomew lose near to t e istoric S it field Meat Market, is home to theLivery Company. It is the focal point for those involved in the UK meat industry. Supportingtrainees through involvement with leading educational establishments and proudly supporting charitable institutions. www.butchershall.com

Reigate Grammar School Combined Cadet Force

The Reigate Grammar School CCF Corps of Drums has a rich history dating back to 1906. Over 80 Cadets representthe Royal Navy, Army, and RAF, parade weekly within our school community. Our Corps of Drums, comprisingstudents from various year groups, excel in le fife and dr often it no prior musical experience. Proudly affiliated it t e renadier ards we have performed at iconic venuesandcommunity events.

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Epsom College Combined Cadet Force

Epsom College has a Tri-Service CCF Contingent, with 250 cadets regularly parading during the school year. The Contingent demonstrates its skills at the Annual General Inspection, which is one of the school’s highlights, bringing together the tremendous passion all the cadets have. This year we are excited to also be attending as a Marching Contingent in the Show.

London & South East Region Air Cadets, Royal Air Force Air Cadets

The RAF Air Cadets is an Air, Space and Cyber focused youth organisation whose purpose is to grow young people’s potential whilst fostering an interest in the Royal Air Force. We develop young people aged 12-18 years and adult volunteers by providing unique and invaluable experiences, shaping future generations for success in civilian and military life.

City of London Business Improvement Districts

This year Eastern City, Aldgate Connect, Culture Mile, Cheapside Business Alliance and Fleet Street Quarter BIDs are celebrating the unsung heroes of our community.

Local heroes have been chosen for bringing kindness, positivity, a helping hand or going the extra – square –mile in their work.

They join our Business Improvement istrict tea s on t e oat toda to celebrate the Lord Mayor’s Show.

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Kingston & Malden Scout & Guide Band

Celebrating 75 years of musicin 2025the Kingston & Malden Scout & Guide Band brings together over 55 enthusiastic young musicians from Kingston-upon-Thames and beyond. Fresh from performing at Disneyland Paris, with other highlights including Windsor Castle and island tours, the band is thrilled to join this year’s Lord Mayor’s Show! www.kmsgb.org.uk

Ethical & Faith Finance

Ethical & Faith Finance encompasses organisations that are committed to c a ionin res onsi le finance and engage in building stronger communities, advocating inclusivity in financial ar ets res ectin t e planet and upholding social equity. From Shariah-compliant investment to multi-faith and ethical investing, the collective aims to reshape and redefine o finance ser es societ 55

City of London Solicitors Company

A modern Livery Company re resentin it Solicitors O r oat is entitled: ‘City Solicitors – The Life & Soul of the Ex-Parte’ which expresses our commitment to the Arts and Culture, sports and life outside of the office e are ro d c a ions of the armed forces, social mobility and EDI cementing the City of London as the global centre for legal services. citysolicitors.org 58

Modern Livery Companies

The Modern Livery Companies are those founded since 1926. Today you will see some 20+ Modern Companies walking in full Livery. This year we celebrate the 85th Anniversary of the London Blitz, the 80th Anniversary of VE Day & the 80th Anniversary of VJ Day.

The Worshipful Company of irefi ters lead odern i er Companies to honour the ultimate sacrifice t e ation ondoners London Fire Brigade and the Auxiliary and ational ire Ser ice

State Bank of India

State an of ndia is one of t e leading banks in the world anda Fortune500 companywith alegacy of over 200 years. The Bank has been serving local communities and businesses in the UK for over 100 years. The UK based retail s sidiar S td as retail branches across UK. https://sbiuk.statebank/

St John Ambulance

St o n lance is a ol nteer powered, charitable organisation dedicated to first aid ed cation and res onse e train eo le in first aid to make their communities more resilient, provide medical support at public events and support the S e also deli er en a in o t programmes throughout England.”

Pipes and Drums of the London Scottish Regiment

e ondon Scottis i es and Drums were founded soon after the raisin of t e e i ent in o 165 years old the band is one of the oldest pipe bands in the world. The and ears odden re tartan and t e f ll dress nifor of t e e i ent as it did at its inception in 1860. e e i ental otto is Stri e S re 62

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The Rifles

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The Company has seen recent operational service on d t in r s in t is ro idin an r an arfare de onstration in the procession.

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B Company, 4th Battalion Parachute Regiment

is e arac te e i ent s r eser e attalion t ro ides reservists held at very high readiness to support its regular counterparts in and en t e de lo on operations as part of 16 Air Assault Brigade.

144 (Parachute) Medical Squadron, 16 Medical Regiment

144 (Parachute) Medical Squadron is the only airborne Army Reserve Medical Unit in the British Army and is a sub-unit of 16 Medical Regiment, 16 Air Assault Brigade. The squadron has its headquarters in Hornsey, London, with detachments in Glasgow, Cardiff, and Nottingham.

Amazon

Amazon is the world’s largest online retailer and a prominent cloud service provided via AWS.

Amazon is guided by 4 key principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment operational excellence and long term thinking.

Gordonstoun Pipe Band

Gordonstoun is an award winning independent boarding school in Moray, Scotland. The Pipe Band encompasses all stages of the school and offers students the opportunity to play in competitions, parades, concerts alongside top professional bands and events across the world.

Girlguiding London and South East England

We’re Girlguiding London and South East England, a region of the UK’s largest youth organisation dedicated completely to girls. We are 44,000 girls aged 4-18 and 11,200 volunteers, who help all girls know they can do anything. This year we’re represented by London South West county. www.girlguidinglaser.org.uk

Rotary in London & The United Wards Club of London

United Wards Club is one of the oldest and friendliest clubs in the city.

Rotary in London is a volunteer organisation, of members who use their skills and time to improve the lives of others locally and globally.

Pollinating London Together

Pollinating London Together’s mission is to save urban pollinators by enhancing green spaces for all. We work with liveries, corporates and communities to raise awareness, enhance habitats and inspire action, el in ondon o ris as a cit where pollinators and people can thrive together.

London Fire Brigade

London Fire Brigade is the busiest fire and resc e ser ice in t e co ntr and one of t e lar est firefi tin or anisations in t e orld e oat ill incl de a fire en ine dri en so e of o r firefi ters in fire ear and ill dis la so e of t e s ecialist e i ent t at e se to ee ondon safe 71

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Corps of Drums Society

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101 (City of London) Engineer Regiment (Explosive Ordnance Disposal & Search)

O r oat s o s an ne loded ordnance inside t e at roo of a o se d rin t e lit s olisin t e e i ents istorical roots odern da Searc ers stand alon side it t e latest searc e i ent odern da O e icle follo in e ind i li tin t e e ol tion of o r e losi e ordnance dis osal ca a ilities and o r contin ed co it ent to rotectin li es at o e and a road

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135 Geographic Squadron, 42 Engineer Regiment

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106 (Yeomanry) Regiment

Royal Artillery

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256 (City of London & South East) Multi-Role Medical Regiment

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University of London

O cers’ Training Corps

e ni ersit of ondon Officers Training Corps (London UOTC) is an r eser e nit recr itin fro ni ersities across ondon and the South East. It aims to c allen e and de elo t e f t re eneration of o n leaders introd cin co and leaders i and ana e ent s ills t ro ilitar e ercises co etiti e s ort ad ent ro s trainin and social e ents ondon O ill a e a st dent life less ordinar

1st Claygate Scout and Guide Band

The Band has over 50 young sicians dra n fro Sco tin and idin in la ate S rre n recent ears in addition to n ero s local e ents in S rre t e and as erfor ed at indsor astle isne land aris and in Se te er as ri ile ed to la at t e

Menin Gate in Ypres.

Mission Aviation Fellowship

ission iation ello s i is t e orld s lar est anitarian air ser ice in el o e and ealin to isolated co nities in o er lo inco e co ntries o nded in eterans is cele ratin ei t decades of sin a iation to transfor li es in t e orld s ost re ote laces

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City St George’s, University of London

City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions. One of London’s largest higher education destinations, we have campuses in Clerkenwell, Tooting and Moorgate. Students and staff join the parade to pay tribute to our Rector, the Lord Mayor of London.

National Quality Infrastructure

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e ational alit nfrastr ct re la s a ital role ro idin sinesses and cons ers it confidence in t e rod cts and ser ices e all rel on

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FM Conway

FM Conway prides itself on being an industry leader with 60 years of experience and expertise in delivering innovative, sustainable construction solutions. Our self-delivery capability ensures that low-carbon and highquality recycled materials are at the heart of everything we do, to achieve a greener future for our partners, our communities, and the planet. For more information visit www.fmconway.co.uk

The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Commando Training Centre

The Band provides musical support for and on behalf of the Royal Navy, performing as a parade band, wind band, orchestra, big band, function band, jazz band, Corps of Drums, and several small ensembles, as well as solo buglers.

The Band’s operational role is to support 3 Commando Brigade’s CBRN capability.

The Royal Navy

His Majesty Royal Navy (RN) Armed Marching contingent is comprised of men and women from all professions and specialisations representing ships, submarines, air squadrons and shore establishments. The RN armed marching contingent will not only be supporting the Lord Mayor show as they have done for many years, but they will also be on parade in support of the Act of Remembrance at The Cenotaph.

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HMS President

HMS President is a Royal Naval Reserve establishment in the heart of London by Tower Bridge. The Royal Naval Reserve supports the Royal Navy by recruiting, training, and retainin ersonnel fit to fi t and serve alongside their full-time counterparts. It brings together a diverse mix of people who can combine their civilian skills and experience with their military training in support of Royal Navy operations.

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42 Commando Royal Marines

42 Commando deliver a combination of capabilities including: high threat capacity-building and training of overseas partnered forces; Ships Force Protection Teams; training to indigenous forces; maritime interdiction and boarding operations; UK resilience and support to the Queen Elizabeth Class Carriers.

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Royal Marines Reserve (City of London)

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My Square Mile

The Lady Mayor and Sheri s reveal their City secrets, from Roman history and Wren churches to the best custard doughnut

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Dame Susan Langley Alderwoman and Lady Mayor

Historic landmark, building, church or view to inspire: St Katharine Cree Church, with its links between the City and the Liveries. It hosted 16 Livery companies after the Great Fire, until their own churches were rebuilt — their shields are still on the walls.

Most impressive contemporary building: The Gherkin at St Mary Axe, one of the first to modernise the feel of the City.

A calm space for contemplation: Anywhere I can sit and watch the Thames flow by.

Favourite restaurant: The rooftop terrace at Vintry& Mercer, especially in summer.

Most fun place for a gathering: The Royal Exchange, friendly and special at the same time.

Shop you can’t do without: Mokapot House on Watling Street does the absolute best custard doughnut.

Cultural hotspot: The Roman amphitheatre discovered under Guildhall Yard gives a realsense of history.

Friendliest café:  Chaplins Deli on Bevis Marks, a great place to pick up lunch.

Landmark not to be missed: The Monument — it reminds me of the City’s resilience.

What few people know about the City is… Dozens of hidden rivers flow beneath our streets and very feet… and in a few places you can hear them.

Vintry & Mercer’s roof terrace offers a stunning backdrop for summer dining

St Mary Axe – the Gherkin – helped spearhead a more modern feel to the City

Keith Bottomley

Sheri & Deputy

Historic landmark, building, church or view to inspire: The beautiful Wren church of St Margaret Pattens on Eastcheap, the only City church named after a Livery company – The Worshipful Company of Pattenmakers. Inside is a wonderful display of pattens. Most impressive contemporary building: 22 Bishopsgate. The entire building unites businesses and fosters an environment for collaboration through health and wellness, diversity and inclusion, environment and sustainability, and learning and education. Plus, there’s a stunning viewing gallery at the top.

A calm space for contemplation: The pond next to Guildhall outside St Lawrence Jewry.

Robert Hughes-Penney Aldermanic

Sheri

Historic landmark, building, church or view to inspire: The view from Bank junction of the Royal Exchange framed by the amazing modern eastern cluster beyond – a wonderful juxtaposition of old and new, like the City itself. Most impressive contemporary building: If you are allowed to say “prospective contemporary”, then I am really excited to see the new Museum of London. A calm space for contemplation: Views of the Thames – Iplan to go for a daily early run (or walk!) from the Old Bailey.

Favourite restaurant: Rucoletta in Foster Lane is a lovely, small, family-run Italian with delicious food that my wife Elspeth and I like to go to after a busy day. Most fun place for a gathering: Pancake races in Guildhall Yard.

Shop you can’t do without: Daunt’s bookshop on Cheapside – I love browsing, buying and (sometimes) reading books.

Cultural hotspot: I love the brutalist architecture of the Barbican, and the Barbican Centre puts on some of the best productions in the world.

Friendliest café: The Café Below at St Mary le Bow –friendly sta , great food and drink, and at good prices. Landmark not to be missed: The small Ward of Cheap parish badge on the pillar of the Great Hall of Guildhall. What few people know about the city is… “Cheap” does not mean inexpensive or of little value, but is the old Saxon word for the market, hence Cheapside being the shopping street and a “cheap” price meaning the price you achieved at the market.

Favourite restaurant: Kaia at The Ned – great sushi and a fantastic vibe.

Most fun place for a gathering: Guildhall Yard – a very special but little-known place in the heart of the ancient City.

Shop you can’t do without: Graham Browne tailors in Bow Lane – they made all my ceremonial clothing and some great suits.

Cultural hotspot: Has to be the world-renowned Barbican Centre, a cultural behemoth.

Friendliest café: The Wren Co ee inside St Nicholas Cole Abbey on Queen Victoria Street.

Landmark not to be missed: The Tower of London, not in the City itself but very much part of London. It always fascinates me.

What few people know about the City is… We call William the Conqueror “William I”because he didn’t conquer the City – the City did a deal with him to retain its rights and privileges in a charter of 1067.

Guildhall Yard offers a tranquil oasis in the heart of the ancient City

Ceramic poppies at the Tower of London to commemorate the end of World War Two

131 Commando Squadron Royal Engineers

The display from 131 Commando Squadron showcases the skills and expertise of its commando engineers and the diverse range of experiences and opportunities the Squadron offers.

London University Royal Navy Unit

London University Royal Navy Unit provides a unique opportunity for University Students to experience the Royal Navy, develop leadership, learn new skills, and obtain qualifications while having adventures with likeminded people. A selection of the students are taking part today walking in the parade in uniform.

London Area Sea Cadet Corps and London Area Sea Cadet Corps Band

Sea Cadets (including Royal Marines Cadets) is a national charity sponsored by the Royal Navy whose aim is to launch young people for life today, through waterborne adventure and fun inspired by the modern Royal Navy. Supported locally by the Worshipful Company of Management Consultants, London’s cadets are from 47 Sea Cadet Units spread across all of London and Essex.

The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths

The Goldsmiths’ Company is a Great XII Livery Company. We advance the trade and craft of silversmithing and jewellery through training, exhibitions and fairs, operate the London Assay Office which protects the trade and consumers by testing and hallmarking precious metals, and work with charitable, educational, and cultural partners to achieve personal, cultural, and social transformation. We congratulate Alderwoman Dame Sue Langley!

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Worshipful Company of Constructors

The Worshipful Company of Constructors is a ‘Modern Livery Company’ being No. 99 of 111. We were formed in 1976 as the ‘Company of Builders’ for construction professionals; granted Livery in 1990 and received a Royal Charter of Incorporation in 2010. Our diverse membership is drawn from all sectors of the construction industry: architects, surveyors, engineers, project managers, lawyers and accountants. We are proud to be t e first et ero i er o an

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Mansion House Party

Mayoral and shrieval supporters

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Pearly Kings and Queens

The Pearly Kings and Queens are one of London’s oldest and most cherished traditions, dating back to the 19th century. Instantly recognisable in their hand-sewn suits decorated with pearl buttons, they began as a charitable movement led by costermongers (street traders) supporting their communities. Today, they remain a proud symbol of London’s heritage, raising money for good causes and keeping alive a unique part of London’s cultural history.

Worshipful Company of Farmers

‘The Worshipful Company of Farmers is thrilled to be participating in the 2025 Lord Mayor’s Show, supported this year by the National Farmers’ Union (NFU), JCB, Red Tractor and Surrey Docks Farm.

‘We are here today to thank you for your incredible support of our industry and to highlight the vital role farmers play in producing the nation’s food. Look out for us, give the farmers a big cheer and remember to continue to back British farming.’

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Royal Hospital School (RHS) in Holbrook

The Royal Hospital School is a modern co-educational boarding and day school, set in 200-acres of Suffolk countryside overlooking the River Stour.

The school is an hour from London and Cambridge, with regional bus routes and various boarding options. Academic excellence is complemented by a vast co-curricular programme, including world-class sailing and music provision. 01473 326200 www.royalhospitalschool.org

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Commissioner, City of London Police

Commissioner, City of London Police

Pete O’Doherty

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Livery Companies Carriage

Master, WC of Pattenmakers

David Miller

First Warden, WC of Haberdashers

John William Anthony Cann

Master, WC of Insurers

Sara Fardon

Master, WC of Drapers atric eddo s

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City Livery Club, Guild of Freemen, Royal Society of St George, United Wards’ Club

The Lord Mayor is patron of these City organisations, represented by: Chairman, Royal Society of St George, City of London Branch

Andrew Marsden

President, The United Wards’ Club of the City of London

Chris Edge

President, City Livery Club

Jane Platt, CBE

Master, Guild of Freemen of the City of London

Adrian Waddingham, CBE

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Deputation of the Lady Mayor and Sheri s’ Committee

Chairman

Deputy Andrien Meyers

Committee member

Karl Jarvis

Committee member

Dr Trevor Brignall

Committee member ictoria ssell

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The Great Twelve

There are 113 Livery Companies. e first accordin to an order established in 1515, are represented by:

Master, WC of Goldsmiths

Brigadier Edward Butler, CBE DSO

Master, WC of Skinners

Mary Stallebrass

Master, WC of Salters

ndre c rtrie

Master, WC of Ironmongers

Randall Boddy

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Civic Carriage

Chairman of Policy & Resources

Deputy Christopher Hayward

Chairman of Finance

Deputy Henry Colthurst

Chairman of Planning and Transportation

Deputy Tom Sleigh

Chairman of Culture, Heritage and Libraries

Brendan Barns

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Chief Commoner, Town Clerk & Chamberlain

Chief Commoner

Deputy Henry Pollard

Town Clerk

Ian Thomas, CBE

Chamberlain

Caroline Al-Beyerty

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Aldermen

Alderman Sir Andrew Parmley

Alderman Sir Charles Bowman

Alderman Sir Peter Estlin

Alderman Sir William Russell

Alderman Vincent Keaveny, CBE

Alderman Sir Nicholas Lyons

Alderman Professor Michael Mainelli

Alderman Alison Gowman, CBE

Alderman Timothy Hailes

Alderman Robert Howard

Alderman Gregory Jones, KC

Alderman Prem Goyal, CBE

Alderman Professor Emma Edhem

Alderman Bronek Masojada

Alderman Alexander Barr

Alderman Christopher Makin

Alderman The Hon Tim Levene

Alderwoman Jennette Newman

Alderman Kawsar Zaman

Alderman Martha Grekos

Alderman Simon Pryke

Alderwoman Elizabeth King, BEM JP

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City Law O cers

Remembrancer

Paul Wright

Comptroller

Michael Cogher

Common Serjeant

His Honour Judge Richard Marks, KC

Recorder

His Honour Judge Mark Lucraft, KC

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Sheri

Sheriff

Deputy Keith Bottomley

Supporter

Mrs Helen Wilson

Christ’s Hospital School Band

Founded in 1552 by King Edward VI, the School was established to care for London’s orphaned children.

Christ’s Hospital – now in West Sussex – continues to enjoy strong links with London and remains true to its original ethos. It is the leading independent boarding school in the UK for fee-assisted places.

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Aldermanic Sheri

Alderman & Sheriff

Robert Hughes-Penney

Chaplain

The Reverend Paul Kennedy

Escorted by two soldiers of the Light Dragoons, the Alderman’s former regiment

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Late Lord Mayor

Late Lord Mayor

Alderman Alastair King, DL

Late Lady Mayoress Florence King

Chaplain

The Venerable Ray Pentland, CB

Supporter

Corinne Lee

Lady Mayor’s Consort

Mayoral Consort

Col. Gary Langley

Supporter

CSM Marina Erturk

Supporter

Chris Price

Supporter

Dina Price

Light Cavalry, HAC

The Light Cavalry was formed in 1861 as a reconnaissance force for the HAC infantry battalions. That role ended in 1891, but in 1979 the unit reformed as a ceremonial squadron. It provides a dismounted guard at the Royal Courts of Justice to protect the Lord Mayor’s State Coach.

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The Pageantmaster & the City Marshal

Dominic Reid OBE has organised the Lord Mayor’s Show and other events of national si nificance for o er ears

Henry Lee the City Marshal is one of the Lord Mayor’s three Esquires ersonal staff officers

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Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment

The Household Cavalry consists of both The Life Guards and The Blues and Royals, which are the senior regiments of the British Army and personal bodyguards to The Sovereign. The unit serves in both Armoured Reconnaissance and Mounted Ceremonial roles. The division on parade today are The Life Guards.

The Band of the Household Cavalry ride in their Gold State coats for the Lord Mayor. This singular honour dates ac o er ears to t e Coronation of Charles II.

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The Rt Hon the Lady Mayor

The Rt Hon the Lady Mayor of London

Dame Susan Langley, DBE

Chaplain

Reverend Josh Harris

Swordbearer Tim Rolph

Common Cryer & Serjeant-at-Arms

Major Peter Oweh

Company of Pikemen & Musketeers, HAC

The Pikemen & Musketeers are formed from the oldest regiment in the British Army, the Honourable Artillery Company. It is the Lord Mayor’s personal bodyguard and parades under Royal Warrant.

Tack and Coach Vehicles

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Support Taxi

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103 Battalion Royal Electrical & Mechanical Engineers

103 Bn REME based in Kent, Hampshire, London, Essex, Midlands, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, and Northampton. Our role is to provide trained Soldiers and Officers to train for and deploy on Military Operations.

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LORD MAYOR’S SHOW LTD

CHAIRMAN

Alderman Timothy Hailes, JP

DIRECTORS

Alderman Alison Gowman, CBE

Alderman & Sheri Robert Hughes-Penney

Alderman Gregory Jones, KC

Alderman AlastairKing, DL

Alderwoman Dame Susan Langley, DBE

Alderman Bronek Masojada

Mr Paul Wright

PAGEANTMASTER

Dominic Reid, OBE

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Laura Groutides

CITY REMEMBRANCER’S OFFICE

Bruce Hunt

COMMERCIAL PROGRAMME MANAGER

Ellie Robles

LADY MAYOR AND SHERIFFS’ COMMITTEE 2025

CHAIRMAN

Deputy Andrien Meyers

DEPUTY CHAIRMAN

Deputy Alastair Moss

Janet Annan

Suann Dayal

Her Hon. Judge Anuja Dhir, KC

Sara Fardon

Karl Jarvis

David Pugsley

Richard Winstanley

Dr. Trevor Brignall

Caroline Davis

Samuel Hughes-Penney

Jennifer Bryant-Pearson

Alexandra Hayward

Alexandra Da Vinci

Victoria Russell

HONORARY SECRETARY

Mr Paul Wright

DEPUTY HONORARY SECRETARY

Fiona Hoban, MBE

ASSISTANT HONORARY SECRETARY

Jo-Anne Brown

WITH GRATEFUL THANKS

The organisers gratefully acknowledge the assistance of the following:

l By gracious permission of His Majesty The King, horses and carriages from The Royal Mews

l The General O cer Commanding London District for military support

l The Yeoman Warders of HM Tower of London for attendance on the Late Lord Mayor

l The BBC for more than 80 continuous years of television coverage

l St John Ambulance for first-aid cover along the processional route

l Girlguiding LaSER for distributing food to processional participants

l Gett UK for providing support taxis

l City of London and Metropolitan Police for regular o cers and Special Constables

l 253 Provost Company Royal Military Police for assistance to the civilian police

l 103 Battalion REME for providing military recovery vehicles

l 1475 (Dulwich) Squadron, Air Training Corps, for providing banner bearers

l The Honourable Artillery Company for providing the Pageantmaster’s ceremonial Pinzgauer

l St Clement Danes Church for opening its doors to processional participants

l The Marshals

We would like to add our thanks to the London Stock Exchange for their kind sponsorship in 2025

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