When is the Lionesses’ Euros open-top bus parade? Timings and how to watch on TV

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Sarina Wiegman and her team defeated Spain on penalties to secure back-to-back victories at the Women’s Euros, following their win in the 2022 competition.

While reports suggest there will be no bank holiday for the win, it has been confirmed that there will be a bus parade that fans can attend for free.

Here is all you need to know about the event, including the timings and how to watch.

When is the England Women’s bus parade?

The Lionesses’ open-top bus procession to celebrate the Euros win will take place in London on Tuesday, July 29.

It will begin along The Mall at 12.10pm and will culminate with a staged ceremony at the Queen Victoria Memorial in front of Buckingham Palace starting at about 12.30pm.

The event is free to attend, with the Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Portsmouth and the Central Band of the Royal Air Force also playing.

Tournament highlights will be shown on big screens, before Sarina Wiegman and the Lionesses take the stage for a special European Championship winners’ trophy lift presentation.

The homecoming staged ceremony at the Queen Victoria Memorial will be hosted by Alex Scott, with the celebrations hosted by the Football Association (FA) and supported by the UK Government.

Will the England Women’s bus parade be on TV?

For those who cannot attend the parade in person, it will be broadcast on TV.

The celebration will be live across the BBC, ITV and Sky between 12 noon and 1 pm, with coverage throughout the day.

Fans can also follow coverage of the event across England’s social media channels.

On the celebrations, Lioness Chloe Kelly, who scored the winning penalty, said: “It is going to be crazy.

“I hope the whole of England comes out to support us and show their love to these girls as they deserve it.”

Travel advice for England Women’s bus parade

Further information including general guidance, timings and travel information will be shared by the FA in due course.

However, the FA has warned that London is going to be very busy, so those looking to attend should plan their visits carefully, both coming into central London and travelling home.

On the event, FA Chief Executive Mark Bullingham, said: “Our history-making Lionesses are Champions of Europe for the second successive time, and have become the first England Senior team in history to win a tournament overseas.

“We are so proud of all of the players, Sarina and the support team who have all been part of this incredible achievement.


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“They have all worked unbelievably hard and we know the nation shares our pride.

“The victory celebration in London on Tuesday will give England fans an opportunity to celebrate with the players and be part of history.

“We’ve had amazing support from our fans both in Switzerland and at home throughout the tournament, and we look forward to celebrating together and creating some lifelong memories.”