On Sunday, The Queen’s coffin began its journey to London for her funeral later this month.
Its final destination before the service is Westminster Hall where it will lie in state for four days to allow the public to mourn their former Sovereign.
Here’s everything we know about where to watch The Queen’s funeral.
(Image: Getty)The funeral itself will take place at Westminster Abbey which is a break from tradition as most monarch’s funerals are held at St George’s Chapel.
However, Westminster holds a special place for The Queen. It was where she wed the love of her life, Prince Philip, and where she was crowned Queen.
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For Australians wanting to watch the funeral, here’s how to tune in.
How to watch the Queen’s funeral
The ABC has confirmed they will be airing the funeral live. You can watch it on the ABC News channel.
As for the commercial networks, sources say Channel Seven will definitely be airing the funeral however there hasn’t been any confirmation from Nine or Ten so far.
The Queen’s funeral falls on September 19th.
(Image: Getty)When is The Queen’s funeral?
It will be a late night for some Aussies wanting to watch the funeral live.
The event itself will take place on Monday, September 19, 2022 at 11.00 am British Standard Time. That makes Monday night our time.
For people on the east coast, so Queensland, NSW, the ACT, Victoria and Tasmania, the funeral will start at 8.00 pm.
In the Northern Territory and South Australia it is 7.30 pm, while in Western Australia it is 6.00 pm.
Charles III is now King.
(Image: Getty)Who will attend The Queen’s funeral?
The royal family will, of course, be in attendance. That includes The Queen’s children, grandchildren and their partners.
King Charles, Camilla, Queen Consort, Prince William and Catherine, Prince Harry and Meghan are all expected to attend. No confirmation if the great-grandchildren, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, Archie or Lilibet will be in attendance.
We know for sure the Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Governor-General David Hurley will travel to London for the funeral.
Other international leaders including the US president Joe Biden are also expected to be there.
This article originally appeared on our sister site, New Idea.
