Held each year on the first Saturday in December, the Shutting of the Gates parade commemorates the actions of the 13 apprentices who shut the city’s gates in 1688 and set in place the events which led to the Great Siege.
More than 25 bands joined this year’s parade on Saturday (December 3) ahead of a service of thanksgiving in St Columb’s Cathedral and a wreath-laying ceremony.
The main parade concluded with the burning of an effigy of Lt Col Robert Lundy, known as Lundy the traitor.
5. Lundy's Day
Taking part in the annual parade. Photo: Pacemaker
6. Lundy's Day
Seasonal headgear on display at the annual parade. Photo: Pacemaker
7. Lundy's Day
One of the bands stepping out through the city. Photo: Pacemaker
8. Lundy's Day
Bands members and Apprentice Boys step out during the parade. Photo: Pacemaker
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