Weary legs, aching backs and a steely determination to complete the most British of tasks for the Queen. Thousands of mourners are now filing past Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin during her lying in state at the Palace of Westminster.
For so many Brits, it’s a final chance to say goodbye to the monarch who reigned for 70 years. It’s an experience leaving mourners overwhelmed by emotion as they leave the palace - met by a scrum of reporters from the world’s broadcasters.
The moment itself lasts just a few minutes, as mourners approach the Queen’s coffin, surrounded by 10 entirely still guards - so unmoved they appear unreal at first glance.
As they walk past on either side, a bow or curtesy is given by mourners as a final thank you to her majesty. READ MORE: Center Parcs tells guests they CAN now leave their lodges on Monday Yet the journey to get there is a long one - which is only set to get longer as thousands more join the miles-long line to see the Queen.
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