The Major General's Review
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The Major General's Review which takes place at Horse Guards Parade on Saturday 1st June is one of two rehersal reviews carried out in the weeks before the Trooping of the Colour, held to mark The Queen's official birthday. It's free to view but you do need a ticket - apply in advance by sending your ticket requirements to: The Brigade Major, Headquarters Household Division, Horse Guards, Whitehall, London SW1A 2AX. Even if you haven't booked tickets you can still see some of the parade as it passes by St James's Park and The Mall on the way to Horse Guards Parade. And if you miss this rehearsal you can always see The Colonel's Review on Saturday 8th June when tickets are £10 per seat, applications should be sent to the address above.
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Horse Guards Parade is the setting for various military ceremonies throughout the year including the Trooping the Colour which marks the Queen's official birthday. At the heart of Whitehall, it was the traditional entrance to the Royal Palaces and is still guarded by mounted sentries from the Queen's Household Cavalry. More about Horse Guards Parade
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