Swan Upping on the River Thames

This year's annual census of the swan population on the Thames took place in record temperatures. The colourful and unique ceremony is among the oldest of Royal traditions and is carried out in traditional boats and costumes, dating back to medieval times.

Read about this year's events, and learn more about the Royal tradition of Swan Upping.

http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/customs/swanupping/