Wave on the Walls 1613-2013

To celebrate the 400 years since the building of the City Walls in Londonderry, an appeal has been launched for people to register for a huge Mexican Wave on the walls.
The City Walls of Londonderry, with St Columb's Cathedral in the background.The City Walls of Londonderry, with St Columb's Cathedral in the background.
The City Walls of Londonderry, with St Columb's Cathedral in the background.

It will be done in style, with a mile-long wave that travels the whole way around the walls. The 12pm bells that ring out across the city will signal the start of the wave, and the organisers will be filming from the air by helicopter. It is hoped that 1500 people will join in.

It is a free event, open to all ages and participants will receive a complimentary event t-shirt. The record attempt will be followed by a 1613 Ship Key Charter Market.

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The Wave on the Walls will support Foyle Hospice and suggested donations of £3 for adults and £1 for children will be gratefully received

To take part and register late arrive at Guildhall Square at 10.30am on Sunday. Those who have pre-registered are asked to attend Guildhall Square at 11.30am.

The wave is planned for 12pm Midday.

An official t-shirt is the dress code for the wave, which will be available for collection at Guildhall Square after 11am.

Stewards will lead you up on to the walls during the event and will be present to help you get down again. If you need any extra help please let the stewards know.