DAN WOOTTON on Prince Philip’s funeral: Damn these ludicrous and cruel Covid rules

It’s not how I hoped the Queen would emerge in public for the first time since the death of her beloved husband. Obviously frail, with her shoulders slumped in deep grief, she walked into the chapel near her home at Windsor Castle bereft and seemingly completely alone. All week we’ve been hearing how the indomitable … Read more

Prince Philip funeral: Queen looks upset as she sits alone due to Covid restrictions

The Queen sat alone inside St George’s Chapel today as Covid regulations forced her to be separated from her family and wear a mask.  The 94-year-old monarch cut a figure of silent dignity as she watched on as her beloved husband of 73 years was laid to rest.  Following strict social distancing rules during the pandemic, … Read more

Prince Philip’s confidante Penelope Knatchbull arrives at Windsor Castle for his funeral

One of Prince Philip’s closest confidantes mourned the loss of her carriage-driving companion today, as Penny Brabourne arrived for the funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh. Penelope, Countess Mountbatten of Burma, 67, looked demure in a black pillbox hat, round-neck dress and delicate pearl earrings as she arrived at Windsor Castle in the back of a … Read more

Prince Philip funeral: Sophie Wessex and Edward arrive with Lady Louise and Viscount Severn

Sophie, Countess of Wessex bowed her head today she entered St George’s Chapel to attend the funeral of Prince Philip with her children Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn.  The wife of Prince Edward wore an ankle-length black dress coat and sling-back heels to enter the chapel. The demure look was finished with a black … Read more

Prince Philip funeral: Mourners across UK observe a minute’s silence for Duke of Edinburgh

Britons fell silent this afternoon to remember the life of Prince Philip ahead of his funeral service at St George’s Chapel. Members of the duke’s close family, including Prince Charles and his sons the Duke of Sussex and the Duke of Cambridge, stood at the bottom of the steps to the chapel in the grounds of … Read more

Prince Philip funeral: Mourners across Britain bow their heads for a minute’s quiet reflection

Britons fell silent this afternoon to remember the life of Prince Philip ahead of his funeral service at St George’s Chapel. Members of the duke’s close family, including Prince Charles and his sons the Duke of Sussex and the Duke of Cambridge, stood at the bottom of the steps to the chapel in the grounds of … Read more

Brave Queen looks upset as she is supported by her loyal lady-in-waiting

The Queen wiped her eyes as she accompanied Prince Philip‘s coffin on its final journey from Windsor Castle to St George’s Chapel today – where she will have to sit alone during the service due to Covid rules.  The 94-year-old monarch arrived as the national anthem played and the royal Bentley stopped next to her … Read more

Prince Philip funeral: ITV’s Tom Bradby and BBC’s Huw Edwards head-to-head in battle of broadcasters

Millions are tuning in to watch Prince Philip‘s funeral as the BBC‘s Huw Edwards goes head-to-head with ITV’s Tom Bradby in today’s coverage. Mourners have begun to gather at Windsor Castle where the Queen will today say her final farewell to her ‘strength and stay’ Prince Philip – despite the Government and police urging the public … Read more

Tom Bradby and Huw Edwards go head-to-head in battle of the broadcasters

Tom Bradby and Huw Edwards go head-to-head in battle of the broadcasters: Millions tune in to watch and ITV’s coverage of Prince Philip’s funeral  Mourners have begun to gather at Windsor Castle where the Queen will today say farewell to her Prince Philip For those watching the coverage from home, the BBC launched it’s six … Read more

Prince Philip funeral: People pay tribute to across UK from homes, pubs, and even at sea

Thousands of Britons have paid their own personal tributes to Prince Philip from their homes, gardens and pubs this afternoon after mourners were told to stay away from the funeral in Windsor amid coronavirus restrictions. Royal events, particularly funerals, usually attract large crowds of well-wishers and fans, yet social distancing measures prompted the Royal Family, the … Read more