Sweden honoured the Duke of Edinburgh
ahead of his funeral on Saturday afternoon. Flags at the Royal
Place were flown at half-mast, the Swedish Royal Family sent a
wreath to the British Royal Family, and the Seraphim Toll took
place from 12.00 to 13.00 Swedish time in Riddarholm Church in
Stockholm. The Duke was a Knight of the Order of the Seraphim in
Sweden, and it is a tradition in Sweden to…
The Duke of Edinburgh’s coffin has been
lowered into the Royal Vault at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor. The
Dean of Windsor read the commendation over the coffin as it was
laid to rest beneath the ancient stones of the Chapel. ”May thy
portion this day…
The stirring hymn, Eternal Father, Strong
to Save, has echoed through the ancient walls of St. George’s
Chapel, Windsor at Prince Philip’s funeral. Often called ‘The Royal
Navy Hymn’, given its significance to those who serve in its ranks,
the…
The Queen bowed her head as the plaintive
strains of the Royal Navy hymn began to sound through the ancient
walls of St. George’s Chapel, Windsor at the funeral of her husband
of 73 years. Her Majesty was seated alone in The Quire at St.
George’s owing to the coronavirus pandemic. In front of her was
Prince Philip’s coffin as the service marking his life and passing
gets under…
United in grief - Prince Philip's children and grandchildren lead the funeral procession in his honour
17th April 2021
The Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral
procession began its short journey from the State Entrance of
Windsor Castle to St George’s Chapel flanked by members of the
military serving as pallbearers. Prince Philip’s coffin rested on a
specially designed Dark…
The Royal Family starts to arrive at St. George's Chapel for the funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh
17th April 2021
The Royal Family is now gathering at St.
George’s Chapel, Windsor for the funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh.
Only thirty mourners are allowed at the service owing to
coronavirus restrictions. The Duke of Kent and Duke of Gloucester
were seen arriving at the Castle…
Prince Philip's beloved carriage horses say their last goodbye to their dedicated owner
17th April 2021
Two of The Duke of Edinburgh’s carriage
horses have taken a special place in the Quadrangle of Windsor
Castle ahead of their former rider’s coffin passing through on its
way to St. George’s Chapel. Prince Philip, who helped popularise
the sport of carriage driving upon his retirement from polo in the
1970s, was often seen in recent years on the grounds of Windsor
Castle and Sandringham…
The music carefully selected by Prince
Philip for his funeral will be sung by just four people as
coronavirus pandemic restrictions are observed. At the moment,
congregational singing is not allowed in any place of public
worship in England and those rules will be closely…
The Duke of Edinburgh helped select the
insignia which will be displayed on the altar during his funeral
service. Nine velvet cushions will be placed on the altar of St.
George’s Chapel, Windsor during the ceremony, each containing
decorations, medals and regalia…
The Duke of Edinburgh was heavily
involved in preparing his funeral and the music that will be played
as Prince Philip is laid to rest contains some personal and
poignant touches. The main hymn at the service is one long
associated with the Royal Navy with which the Prince served for so
many years. ”Eternal Father, Strong to Save” has been called the
Royal Navy hymn as well as the…
