Queen Elizabeth II funeral - This is how, at what time and on which channel you can see the state funeral

A statement from Buckingham Palace on September 8 said: “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon.

“The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.”

Another statement from King Charles, after his mother’s passing said: “The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family.

We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished Sovereign and a much-loved Mother. I know her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world.

During this period of mourning and change, my family and I will be comforted and sustained by our knowledge of the respect and deep affection in which The Queen was so widely held.”

The UK has now entered a period of national mourning following the death of Her Majesty The Queen.

When does the Queen’s funeral take place?

According to the Royal family site the arrangements for the Queen’s funeral are:

"The State Funeral of Her Majesty The Queen will take place at Westminster Abbey on Monday 19th September at 11am.

Prior to the State Funeral, The Queen will Lie-in-State in Westminster Hall for four days, to allow the public to pay their respects."

The message adds that “the Queen will Lie-in-State in Westminster Hall until the morning of the State Funeral”.

“The Procession will travel via Queen’s Gardens, The Mall, Horse Guards and Horse Guards Arch, Whitehall, Parliament Street, Parliament Square and New Palace Yard.

"After the Coffin arrives at Westminster Hall, The Archbishop of Canterbury will conduct a short service assisted by The Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle, Dean of Westminster, and attended by The King and Members of the Royal Family, after which the Lying-in-State will begin.

“During the Lying-in-State, members of the public will have the opportunity to visit Westminster Hall to pay their respects to The Queen.

"On the morning of Monday 19th September, the Lying-in-State will end and the Coffin will be taken in Procession from the Palace of Westminster to Westminster Abbey, where the State Funeral Service will take place.

“Following the State Funeral, the Coffin will travel in Procession from Westminster Abbey to Wellington Arch. From Wellington Arch, the Coffin will travel to Windsor and once there, the State Hearse will travel in Procession to St. George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle via the Long Walk.

"A Committal Service will then take place in St George's Chapel.”

How can I watch the funeral?

The Queen's funeral service at Westminster Abbey will be televised on the BBC in the UK and across other channels around the world.

The funeral will also be available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

A national two minutes' silence is also expected to take place during the service.

Can I attend the Queen’s funeral service?

Only invited guests are allowed to attend the funeral service of Her Majesty The Queen.

Around 2000 heads of state, dignitaries, European royals, and other key figures will be invited to Westminster Abbey.

But there is little doubt that huge crowds will gather along the Mall from the Abbey in London.

Where can I leave a message of condolence?

Thousands of people have already flocked to the Queen's residences to pay their respects, laying flowers outside the gates with messages of their condolences.

The public can pay their respects to the late Queen by visiting Her Majesty who will be lying-in-state in Westminster Hall from yesterday for a four-day period.

The Cabinet Office has also warned of crowding and delays on some public transport as people seek to pay their respects.

A government spokesperson said: "We recognise that many people will travel to Buckingham Palace and other royal residences as a mark of their respect.

"We expect large crowds, which can pose risks to public safety. Those who do travel are asked to follow any instructions given to them by stewards and the police. We expect significant crowding and delays on some public transport. The public should check ahead and plan accordingly.

"As you would expect, a number of organisations will now be making practical preparations including contingency planning for the state funeral and related events."

'Access to some areas, especially in central London, will be restricted, with road closures and diversions that will cause delays to vehicles and pedestrians.

'Those who wish to lay floral tributes near royal residences in London, Windsor, Edinburgh, Balmoral and Sandringham are asked to do so only in designated areas, as directed by stewards. Further details will be made available shortly.'

But if you, like many others have not been able to fly to London to take actively leave a message of condolence for the Royal family, you are still able to post a message on the Royal family website.

Messages of condolence can be left for the Queen here

Yesterday the King and The Queen Consort visited Northern Ireland as part of Their Majesties’ programme of visits across the regions.

Their Majesties were welcomed by the Lord Lieutenant for the County Borough of Belfast, the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and the Chief Executive of Belfast City Airport, before travelling to Hillsborough Castle for a number of engagements.

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