Anzac Day services held in London

Wednesday 25 April 2012.

Commemorative Services to be held in London are as follows:

5.00 a.m.: Dawn Service, New Zealand Memorial, Hyde Park Corner
The main service will take place at the New Zealand Memorial.  Following the service, wreaths will be laid at the Australian War Memorial. The service lasts approximately 45 minutes, and is a non-ticketed event open to all members of the public. We suggest arriving from 4.40 a.m.

11.00 a.m.: Wreath Laying Parade and Ceremony , The Cenotaph, Whitehall
Following a march on to Whitehall, a requiem is read, and at 11.00 a.m. the High Commissioners for New Zealand and Australia lay the first wreaths. They are followed by representatives of other countries, as well as representatives from various service and ex-service organisations.  

Arrival before 10.30 a.m. is recommended. This service will conclude at approx 11.15 a.m., allowing time for the short walk to Westminster Abbey for the Commemorative Service (see below).

Arrival on foot from the Trafalgar Square or Parliament Square ends of Whitehall is recommended. If travelling by public transport, the most convenient tube stations are Westminster and Charing Cross.

While tickets are not required to observe the ceremony, passes are required for those wishing to participate in the Parade. If you are Service, ex-Service Personnel, or a relative interested in marching in the Parade, please complete the online application form by clicking on this link.

12.00 noon: Commemorative Service, Westminster Abbey
On completion of the Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Cenotaph, there is a Service of Commemoration Service at Westminster Abbey at 12.00 noon. Guests need to be seated at the Abbey by 11.45 a.m.  The service is approximately one hour. 
 
Complimentary tickets are required to attend this service and can be obtained from the New Zealand High Commission.  To register for tickets please complete the online application form at this link.

Tickets are restricted to four individuals per application.  The full name, address and contact details of all those requiring tickets must be provided.  Tickets will be posted in early/mid April 2012.  Security screening may be in operation at Westminster Abbey so you are reuqested to keep bags to a minimum.  Ticket holders must carry suitable photo identicification on the day (passport or driver's license).