Crowds of mourners have flocked to London, Windsor and royal sites throughout the UK on the national bank holiday, with the service set to draw millions of TV viewers across the globe.
All public viewing areas for the funeral procession in the capital were full by just after 9am.
The royal family, including Prince George and Princess Charlotte, will be among the 2,000 people gathered at Westminster Abbey to remember the late monarch on Monday morning, before a committal service at Windsor Castle.
21. Scottish Secretary Alister Jack arrives for the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II
Scottish Secretary Alister Jack arrives for the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, held at Westminster Abbey, London. Picture date: Monday September 19, 2022. Photo: Andrew Milligan
22. Guests arrive for the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II
Government officials, diplomats and politicians have begun arriving at Westminster Abbey ahead of the Queen’s state funeral. Photo: Andrew Milligan
23. The crowd in London ahead of the State Funeral
The crowd in London ahead of the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Picture date: Monday September 19, 2022. Photo: Sarah Meyssonnier