As word spread of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, people gathered to lay flowers and pay tribute to the UK’s longest-reigning monarch.
Outside the gates at Buckingham Palace thousands laid flowers and took pictures of the Queen’s home, where the flag flew at half mast. Some climbed up the Queen Victoria Memorial and unfurled flags.
News of the monarch’s death was posted at the gates of the palace.
The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral Castle on Thursday afternoon and, despite the wet weather, flowers were soon left by the gates.
Windsor Castle was the Queen’s much-loved home. Locals here saw her as their neighbour.
A minute’s silence was held ahead of the Europa Conference League football match between West Ham Utd and FCSB at the London Stadium.
At another of the Queen’s residences, the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, mourners also laid flowers and paid their respects. One bouquet had a simple message.
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A huge electronic billboard that overlooks London’s Piccadilly Circus displayed an image of the Queen. Digital advertising space in high streets and at bus stops also showed pictures of the Queen.