The procession from Southwark Cathedral comes up the bridge for the blessing of the River Thames, London

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The annual blessing of the River Thames takes place in the centre of London Bridge, with clergy and congregations from St Magnus the Martyr at the city end of the old London Bridge, and Southwark Cathedral on the other side. After various prayers and readings a cross is thrown over the side of the bridge into the river. This is a new tradition, established only a few years ago, although Greek Orthodox Christians have long had similar ceremonies (and also do so in London.)

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Location: London Bridge, London, England, UK
Photo credit: © Peter Marshall / Alamy / Afripics
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