After a final procession to Windsor Castle and a televised service of committal at St George’s Chapel, the Queen’s coffin has been seen by the public for the final time as it was lowered into the Royal Vault.
Members of the royal family, along with a congregation of 800 including realm prime ministers, governors-general and mourners from the Queen’s household past and present, gathered for the service of committal. In the final stage of the Queen’s funeral, the late monarch will be laid to rest alongside Prince Philip at a private ceremony.
While the coffin was lowered the Dean of Windsor recited Psalm 103, which includes the traditional line: “Go forth upon thy journey from this world, O Christian soul”. He also offered the commendation – a prayer in which the deceased is entrusted to God’s mercy. The Garter King of Arms then pronounced the styles and titles of the Queen.
