On Wednesday, 14 September, Queen Elizabeth II’s body will process from Buckingham Palace to the Palace of Westminster, where it will lie-in-state in Westminster Hall.
Westminster Hall is the oldest surviving part of the medieval Palace of Westminster, now a part of the parliament buildings (also known as the Palace of Westminster in the present day). It was first built in 1097…
Who will keep vigil at Queen Elizabeth II's coffin as it lies in state?
14th September 2022
Queen Elizabeth II’s lying in rest began on Monday, 12 September in the evening at St. Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh. On Tuesday evening, her body will be flown from Edinburgh to RAF Northolt, again accompanied by her daughter, The Princess Royal. Her coffin will be…
King Charles and Queen Camilla embark in historic visit of Northern Ireland
13th September 2022
King Charles and Queen Camilla have made a historic visit to Northern Ireland – the first from a British King in 77 years.
Their Majesties landed at Belfast airport a couple of minutes before 12pm local time, and were welcomed by local dignitaries, including His…
When The Queen’s coffin returns to London, it will lie at rest in Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the Sovereign. Of the 775 rooms available to choose from, the Bow Room is where The Queen will spend her final time at Buckingham Palace.
The Bow Room is not often seen by the public. It is named because of a large window along one side of the room that faces the garden. The…
History of the Crown of Scotland as it is placed on Queen Elizabeth's coffin
13th September 2022
The coffin of Queen Elizabeth II was adorned with the Crown of Scotland as it laid at rest in St. Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh. The crown was placed atop the monarch’s coffin on September 12, during a sombre moment watched by King Charles III and Queen Camilla…
Those needing to head to the supermarket will need to plan ahead as several supermarkets announce they will shut doors to mark the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.
Among the stores closing are Sainsbury’s, Aldi, Morrisons, and Waitrose. A spokesperson for the John…
Final rehearsals for the military for lying in state procession of Queen Elizabeth II
13th September 2022
As London slept, the military took to the streets of London for final rehearsals for the processions which will bring Queen Elizabeth II home to her capital.
In the early hours of the morning of September 13th 2022, the Army, Navy and RAF went through last practices for the ceremonials which will see them accompany the coffin of Her Late Majesty on its way to Westminster Hall for…
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will lie in state for several days before she is laid to rest on Monday, 19 September. But what exactly does this mean?
Lying-in-State is the tradition in which the body of a deceased official is placed in a state building. Placed either in…
Elizabeth II will be laid to rest in St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle on 19 September, alongside several monarchs who were buried there before her.
KING GEORGE VI’S MEMORIAL CHAPEL
King George VI; Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother; Princess Margaret, Countess…
Extra trains planned as thousands head to London for Queen Elizabeth II remembrance
13th September 2022
Extra trains are set to run through the night as people travel to London to pay their final respects to Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. London Transport has already warned people of major delays and crowds during this time period. Officials are now finalising the plans for extra rail services as well-wishers head to the capital.
Train timetables are set to update online on an…
