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 plaintive tune was performed by four singers as congregational
singing is banned under current coronavirus pandemic restrictions.
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…
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 Bronze Green…
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, shortly before Princess Beatrice
and Princess Eugenie arrived with their husbands. Mike and Zara
Tindall followed them. The…
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…
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 representing the many facets of his
long, royal life. Among the items chosen for the Duke’s funeral are
his Field Marshal’s…
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 Philip's coffin is moved from the Private Chapel at Windsor ahead of his funeral
17th April 2021
The Duke of Edinburgh’s final journey is
under way. Prince Philip’s coffin has been moved from the Private
Chapel at Windsor Castle, where it has rested since his death, to
the Inner Hall ahead of the procession which will carry it to St.
George’s Chapel for the…
There will be no royal eulogy for the
Duke of Edinburgh when his funeral takes place later today. The
Order of Service, shared on the eve of his funeral, showed that no
member of the family will give a spoken tribute to the Prince who
died on April 9th 2021. The readings will be given by the
Archbishop of Canterbury and the Dean of Windsor who are leading
the service. There will be no clergy…
