Queen Elizabeth II: Plans for her lying in state and funeral

Queen Elizabeth II died on Sept. 8, 2022, at age 96. The monarch was one of the longest-reigning in history, and her mark on the United Kingdom and the world is one unlikely to be matched by any of her descendants. As such, the entire Western world will also want to pay respects to the late Queen. Get all the details on Queen Elizabeth II's funeral—one that will undoubtedly be a global event.

When is the Queen's funeral?

Queen Elizabeth II's funeral is slated to take place 10 days after her death, which is reserved for a national period of mourning for the monarch. Because she died on Sept. 8, 2022, her funeral will be Sept. 18, 2022.

Where will Queen Elizabeth's funeral be held?

Because Queen Elizabeth II died at Balmoral in Scotland, she will lie in state at Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh before a funeral service in St. Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh, Scotland. Her coffin will then be put on the Royal Train to be conveyed back to London for burial.

Who's next in line after Queen Elizabeth dies?

The moment Queen Elizabeth II died, Prince Charles of Wales became King Charles III. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, became Prince William of Wales. Prince William is now the heir to the throne after Charles dies or retires from service. When William becomes King, Prince Louis will be the heir to the throne after him. St. Giles' Cathedral will be open to the public to pay their respects for 24 hours while the Queen lies at rest. The Queen's coffin will then lie in state in London at Westminster Hall in Westminster Palace for the public.

Will the Queen's funeral be televised?

Queen Elizabeth II's funeral will be televised for the public. Most major news outlets will run the funeral, as well as programming related to her life and legacy in the leadup to the funeral. ABC, NBC, Fox News, and CNN are expected to broadcast the funeral, as are British news outlets including BBC, ITV, and Sky News.

Will the Queen be buried with Prince Philip?

It is expected that the Queen will be buried in a private service at St. George's Cathedral at Windsor Castle. Her late husband Prince Philip is buried there, as is Queen Elizabeth II's father King George VI and sister Princess Margaret. Source: PARADE