Guide to Queen Elizabeth II’s Funeral and Procession

On Thursday, 8 September at 6.30pm, the sad news of Queen Elizabeth II’s passing was announced to the nation and the world. What followed was a series of events to commemorate the life of Britain’s longest-serving monarch. King Charles was declared the new ruler as tradition dictated, a bank holiday was declared for the day of the Queen’s funeral, and Her Majesty’s coffin began the long journey from Balmoral to London.

Hundreds of thousands of people are currently queuing to see the Queen lying in state before Monday’s funeral, which will include a service at Westminster Abbey before the Queen is transported to Windsor Castle for an intimate interment. The day will begin ahead of the 11am funeral service as the Queen’s coffin is carried from Westminster Hall to Westminster Abbey at 10.35am.

Where Can I Watch the Queen’s Funeral on Television?

It is expected that every major television channel around the world will be screening the state funeral live throughout Monday, 19 September. Accredited media companies include BBC, ITN, Sky, and foreign broadcasters managing international coverage. Other UK channels are expected to follow their lead, with extensive coverage and commentary throughout the day.

BBC

• Coverage on BBC One and BBC Two will air from 8am to 5pm on Monday, 19 September.

ITV

• Every ITV channel will broadcast coverage from 9.30am to 6pm on Monday, 19 September.

How to Watch the Queen’s Funeral in America

• PBS, BBC America, and CNN will begin airing coverage of the Queen’s funeral starting at 4am Eastern Time.

What is the Queen’s Funeral Procession Route in London?

Thousands of visitors are expected to line the streets of Westminster on Monday. At approximately 10.35am, the Queen’s coffin will be transported on a gun carriage from Westminster Hall, where it has been lying in state, to Westminster Abbey, passing through Parliament Square and Broad Sanctuary.

The larger procession will follow the funeral service. At about 12.15pm, the gun carriage carrying Queen Elizabeth’s coffin will process back through Broad Sanctuary and Parliament Square, continuing along Whitehall, Horse Guards, down The Mall through Queen’s Gardens and along Constitution Hill. Once the procession reaches Wellington Arch, the coffin will be transferred to a hearse for the final journey to Windsor.

How Can I Watch the Queen’s Funeral Procession?

Thousands of members of the public are expected to line the procession route. Official viewing points exist across London, including The Mall (enter on the Green Park or St James’s Park side) and along Whitehall. Visitors should familiarize themselves with the designated viewing areas ahead of time.

How Can I Watch the Queen’s Funeral on a Public Screen?

Viewing screens will be set up in Hyde Park, though large crowds are anticipated. The public can access the viewing area from the north side of Hyde Park, from Marlborough Gate to Marble Arch.

Many cinemas will show the funeral for free, offering an opportunity for communal viewing. Furthermore, Monday, 19 September, has been declared a national holiday, although individual businesses may choose whether to close.

As is customary in the UK during bank holidays, large retailers are likely to operate with reduced hours, while pubs and other licensed venues will remain open for gatherings to celebrate the Queen’s historic 70-year reign.