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Queen’s Jubilee Flotilla to Set Sail in June 2012

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Queens Jubilee Flotilla photo. London harbor. Yachts and sailboats and colorful atmosphere under the London Bridge.

LONDON SPECIAL EVENT

Prior to the London Olympics in 2012, another special event exists.  A once-in-a-lifetime yachting spectacle in London wants you to participate. Truly a bucket list adventure
 

THAMES DIAMOND JUBILEE ROYAL RIVER PAGEANT

The Queen of England leads a flotilla of boats and yachts.  They present the Thames Diamond Jubilee Royal River Pageant on Sunday June 3rd 2012 to celebrate her 60 years on the throne.
 

PARTICIPATION NUMBERS

For example, over 1,000 boats and yachts of all sizes are expected to participate. 

 

CELEBRATE THE QUEEN

It is touted as one of the largest flotillas assembled on the Thames.  Approximately 30,000 people waving flags and cheering Her Majesty the Queen attend.  In addition, rowed boats, working boats, and pleasure vessels join luxury mega yacht charter vessels on the river.

 

WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO SEE AT THE JUBILEE?

Participation including

  • Beautifully dressed vessels – streamers, Union Jacks, fireworks
  • Crews and passengers in uniforms and fancy outfits
  • The armed forces
  • Fire Department
  • Police Department
  • Rescues
  • Historic boats
  • Wooden launches
  • Old steam vessels

 

LONDON OLYMPICS

Taking place just 6 week prior to the opening ceremonies of the 2012 London Olympics, the yachting spectacle will be enhanced with music barges, boats spouting water cannons, and pyrotechnic barges launching daytime fireworks. There will also be specially-constructed elements like a floating belfry – its chiming bells answered by those from riverbank churches.

PARADE ROUTE

 

Thames piers, riverside roads and bridges will be closed to traffic.  At the same time, 40 to 50 giant screens will be erected along the flotilla route.  The public can also enjoy the pageant from multiple vantage points to the left and to the right of the river. The flotilla concludes at Battersea Park.  The conclusion includes music and artist-led Jubilee-themed entertainment.

BACKGROUND

The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant celebrates Her Majesty’s sixty years of service to the British Commonwealth by bringing the Thames to life.  Pageants on the Thames date back to 1453. The River to include superyacht vessels and boats, clanging bells, and tooting horns will recall its royal heritage and its heyday as a working, bustling river.


EXPERIENCE LONDON BY YACHT

Participate in the Thames Diamond Jubilee Royal River Pageant this year.  In addition, secure a yacht and berth for the London Olympic games!  Your choice…  Contact our destination specialists HERE right now to reserve a yacht.

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