GNB Desk: Price Phillip also know as the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral will take place on Saturday 17 April at 3pm, Buckingham Palace has said.
The ceremony will take place at Windsor Castle under current Covid guidance, meaning there will be no public procession.
Prince Harry, who now lives in California, stepped away from royal duties last year will also attend the funeral service along with other members of the royal family. His wife Meghan, the duchess of Sussex is pregnant and will not attend the service.
Prince Philip’s personal wishes have been taken into consideration and approved by the Queen.
His coffin will be transported to the St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle in a Land Rover designed with the help of the Duke of Edinburgh.
Windsor Household Cavalry Salute Prince Philip Opposite Windsor Castle
Military tributes for Prince Philip have begun this morning with members of the Household Cavalry giving a salute and taking part in a two minute silence opposite Windsor Castle.
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