Thousands turn out for London New Year's Day parade

The parade also features iconic London traditions such as the Pearly King. Credit: John Stillwell/PA

Thousands of people lined the streets in central London to see the annual New Year's Day parade which this year was celebrating transport with the theme 'London on the move'.

The event started outside The Ritz Hotel in Piccadilly and ended in Parliament Square. Credit: John Stillwell/PA
The parade is now in its 29th year and features bands and cheerleaders. Credit: John Stillwell/PA
The parade also features iconic London traditions such as the Pearly King. Credit: John Stillwell/PA
London's New Year's Day Parade features 10,000 performers from across the UK and the world. Credit: John Stillwell/PA