Would-be mourners in line to pay their respects — known as the Queue — will probably have to wait 24 hours, the British government said, after it reached capacity on Friday.
Tag: Funerals and Memorials
Princess Anne’s Influence, and Workload, Rises in a Slimmed-Down Royal Family
Often appearing at more than 400 events a year, Anne is likely to become even more central as a trusted adviser to her brother, the king.
A Detailed Rundown of Queen Elizabeth’s Funeral Day
On Monday, dignitaries from across the globe will bid farewell to the queen at a service in Westminster Abbey.
Thousands Join ‘The Queue’ to See Queen Elizabeth Lying in State
Thousands of people waited in line — a very long line — to pay homage at the coffin of the queen, who will lie in state until her funeral on Monday.
Who’s Attending Queen Elizabeth’s Funeral, and Who Isn’t
President Biden plans to be there, as do many leaders from the Commonwealth.
Queen’s Coffin Passes Through London Landmarks to Westminster Hall
King Charles III, his siblings and his sons followed the gun carriage carrying the monarch to Westminster Hall, where she will lie in state.
Queen Elizabeth II Will Be Buried at Windsor Castle
The queen will be buried alongside her husband and royal predecessors in St. George’s Chapel.
Who Will Pay for Queen Elizabeth’s Funeral
The state will cover the huge price tag at a time when many in Britain are struggling to pay their bills and are bracing for a difficult winter.
Why the Queen’s Coffin Will Leave Buckingham Palace at 2:22 p.m. Exactly
The procession will last 38 minutes and will “arrive at Westminster Hall at 3 p.m. on the dot.”
How Time Softened Judgment of Camilla and Fury Over Diana’s Death
A quarter-century ago Princess Diana’s shocking death provoked outrage at the royal family. Queen Elizabeth’s passing, in contrast, has been draped in civility and respect.