The Annual Event Of Trooping Of The Colour Has Marked The Official Birthday Of The British Sovereign For More Than 260 Years

Trooping the Colour 2024: All the highlights

The annual event of Trooping of the Colour has marked the official birthday of the British Sovereign for more than 260 years

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Trooping the Colour is a spectacular military parade that takes place in London every year to mark the official birthday of the British Sovereign. The parade has been held for over 260 years, and is a major event in the royal calendar. In 2024, Trooping the Colour will take place on Saturday 15th June. The parade will start at Buckingham Palace, and will proceed down The Mall to Horse Guards Parade. The parade will feature over 1,400 soldiers, 200 horses and 400 musicians. The Queen will take the salute from the parade, accompanied by other members of the Royal Family.

Trooping the Colour is a free event, and is open to the public. However, tickets are required to sit in the stands. Tickets can be obtained through a ballot, which opens in March. If you are unsuccessful in the ballot, you can still watch the parade from the sidelines. The best viewing points are along The Mall, and in Horse Guards Parade. The parade will start at 11am, and will last for about two hours. After the parade, the Royal Family will return to Buckingham Palace for a balcony appearance.

Trooping the Colour is a great opportunity to see the British Royal Family up close. It is also a chance to see a spectacular military parade. If you are planning on visiting London in June, be sure to check out Trooping the Colour.