Crowds are lining the streets in London to watch a procession of Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin following her historic funeral service.

The procession, including senior Royals, is making its way from Westminster Abbey to Wellington Arch, at London’s Hyde Park Corner. The coffin will then be transferred to the State Hearse for its final journey to Windsor Castle.

The coffin of Queen Elizabeth II with the Imperial State Crown resting on top, borne on the State Gun Carriage of the Royal Navy departs Westminster Abbey on September 19, 2022 in LondonGETTY IMAGES
Members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, take part in the Procession following the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II, on September 19, 2022, to make its final journey to Windsor Castle after the State Funeral Service of Britain's Queen Elizabeth IIAFP
Prince Harry, King Charles III and Princess Anne follow the Queen's coffin after the funeral service in Westminster Abbey
The procession of the Queen's coffin as it makes its final journey to Windsor Castle after the State Funeral Service

The Royal Family were seated at the front of the abbey for the Queen’s funeral service, which was attended by about 2,000 guests.

(front row) King Charles III, the Queen Consort, the Princess Royal, Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, the Duke of York, the Earl of Wessex, the Countess of Wessex, (second row) the Duke of Sussex, the Duchess of Sussex, Princess Beatrice, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi and Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn, and (third row) Samuel Chatto, Arthur Chatto, Lady Sarah Chatto, Daniel Chatto and the Duchess of Gloucester in front of the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II during her State Funeral at the Abbey in London. Picture date: Monday September 19, 2022PA MEDIA
A Bearer Party of The Queen's Company, 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards carries the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II, draped in the Royal Standard, into Westminster Abbey in London on September 19, 2022, ahead of the State Funeral Service. - Leaders from around the world will attend the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth IIAFP
Foreign royals and dignitaries attending the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, held at Westminster Abbey, LondonREUTERS

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby delivered the sermon.

The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby gives a reading at the State Funeral Service for Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, at Westminster Abbey in London on September 19, 2022AFP

Princess Charlotte and Prince George joined their family at the service for their great-grandmother.

The Prince of Wales, Prince George and the Princess of Wales during her State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II at the Abbey in London. Picture date: Monday September 19, 2022PA MEDIA
William, Prince of Wales, Catherine, Princess of Wales, Prince George and Princess Charlotte attend, on the day of the state funeralREUTERS

Some of the Royals have dressed in ceremonial uniforms, while others are wearing black mourning clothes.

Britain's King Charles III, Britain's Princess Anne, Princess Royal, Britain's Prince Andrew, Duke of York and Britain's Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex arrive at Westminster Abbey in London on September 19, 2022, for the State Funeral Service for Britain's Queen Elizabeth IIAFP
Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales, arrives at Westminster Abbey in London on September 19, 2022, for the State Funeral Service for Britain's Queen Elizabeth IIAFP
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex arrive at Westminster Abbey ahead of the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II on September 19, 2022 in LondonGETTY IMAGES
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Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort, Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales (2ndR), Britain's Prince George of Wales (2ndL) and Britain's Princess Charlotte of Wales travel down The Mall in London on September 19, 2022, ahead of the State Funeral Service of Britain's Queen Elizabeth IIAFP
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex arrives for the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey on September 19, 2022 in London, EnglandGETTY IMAGES
Sarah, Duchess of York, Princess Beatrice, recently appointed as Counsellor of State and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi arrive at Westminster Abbey ahead of the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II on September 19, 2022 in LondonGETTY IMAGES

Earlier this morning, King Charles and other Royals were driven to Westminster Hall before accompanying the monarch’s coffin to the abbey.

Britain's King Charles is seen travelling in a car on The Mall, on the day of the state funeral and burial of Britain's Queen Elizabeth, in London, Britain, 19 September 2022REUTERS
The coffin of Queen Elizabeth II is placed on a gun carriage during the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey on September 19, 2022 in London, England.GETTY IMAGES

French President Emmanuel Macron and US President Joe Biden were among the world leaders who attended the funeral.

Brigitte Macron and President of France, Emmanuel Macron arrive at Westminster Abbey ahead of the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II on 19 September 2022 in LondonGETTY IMAGES
US President Joe Biden (centre) and First Lady Jill Biden arrive at the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, held at Westminster Abbey, LondonPA MEDIA

UK Prime Minister Liz Truss was also at the service, while former prime ministers were seated together.

Prime Minister of The United Kingdom, Liz Truss and Hugh O'Leary arrive at Westminster Abbey on 19 September 2022 in LondonGETTY IMAGES
Former UK Prime Ministers seated together for the Queen's State Funeral

Source: BBC

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