Commemorate 75 years of the Windrush Generation
A UK 50p coin was issued to commemorate 75 years since HMT Empire Windrush docked in Tilbury, Essex.
The design is a tribute to the important story of the passengers aboard the Windrush vessel in 1948, featuring two people of the Windrush Generation against a background of the Union flag.
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In January 2023, the 75 Years of the Windrush Generation 50p made an appearance in the 2023 Annual Coin Set – the first of its kind to feature King Charles III on the obverses!
And now, collectors can own this coin individually in Brilliant Uncirculated quality.
HMT Empire Windrush
On the 22nd June, 1948, the famous ship arrived in the Essex dock after stopping in Trinidad, Jamaica, Mexico, Cuba and Bermuda.

Credit: BBC
Many of those aboard sought work and a new life in their destination, England. This was during a period where the UK faced economic collapse and needed more workers to rebuild the country after the war.
Since the Second World War, the Windrush Generation have helped shape modern British culture and society. To commemorate, Windrush Day is held on the 22nd of June each year – marking the date the ship disembarked.
2023 UK 75 Years of the Windrush Generation CERTIFIED BU 50p
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Is this coin going to be circulated to our pockets, or is this another money making 50p piece frenzy by the royal mint??
Hi Peter, this coin isn’t intended to enter circulation.
Kind regards, Kate
The Royal Mint previously said that they will circulate them, but there has been no confirmation about it.
Hi James, as far as we know, the Windrush 50p isn’t intended to enter circulation.
Kate