Queen Elizabeth II is finally laid to rest after a private burial in Windsor. Following her state funeral, which began at 11am on September 19, the coffin travelled in procession to Wellington Arch, behind Buckingham Palace, where it was taken to Windsor. Interred in King George VI Memorial Chapel, the deceased is now placed alongside her late husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
St George’s Chapel, founded in 1475 by King Edward III, has since become a central tourist attraction in the UK. And here’s all you need to know about taking a trip to the Queen’s Tomb in the Chapel.
Can You Visit The Queen’s Tomb?
Following the burial of Queen Elizabeth, the general public is curious to know if they will be allowed to visit the Queen’s Tomb. According to the latest updates, the general public will be able to visit St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle once it reopens.
Tweeting about the reopening dates, Royal Collection Trust writes, “Following the period of National Mourning for Queen Elizabeth II, our online ticket website has now reopened.
The Palace of Holyroodhouse and The Queen’s Galleries in London and Edinburgh will reopen to visitors on 22 September.
Windsor Castle will reopen on 29 September.” Take a look:
Following the period of National Mourning for Queen Elizabeth II, our online ticket website has now reopened.
The Palace of Holyroodhouse and The Queen’s Galleries in London and Edinburgh will reopen to visitors on 22 September.
Windsor Castle will reopen on 29 September. pic.twitter.com/Z6gQ8YOWi6
— Royal Collection Trust (@RCT) September 20, 2022
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About The Reopening Of The St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle
Visitors can make their visits to the Queen’s Tomb at St George’s Chapel on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The chapel has a capacity of 800 people. St George’s Chapel remains open to visitors unless it’s a Sunday. So plan your trip accordingly. Revealing more about the reopening of the Castle, the Trust informs that the Platinum Jubilee special displays will not reopen. It was further added that the Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace or the Royal Mews will not take place this year.
However, Windsor Castle will reopen on 29 September. And the Royal Collection Trust reveals on Twitter that pre-booking is strongly advised to guarantee one’s entry.
Pre-booking is strongly advised to guarantee your entry.
Read out FAQs for answers to queries related to ticketing or visits https://t.co/utoWfC3q3t
— Royal Collection Trust (@RCT) September 20, 2022
To make your bookings for a trip to the Queen’s Tomb at Windsor Castle, visit the Royal Collection Trust website here.
Feature image courtesy – Twitter/Royal Collection Trust
First Published: September 21, 2022 2:02 PM