A special proclamation ceremony will be taking place on Sunday 11 September to formally announce the beginning of the new King's reign following the passing of our late Sovereign, Queen Elizabeth the Second.
A Book of Condolence is open at the Harpur Suite in Bedford. It will remain open from 8am to 5pm until the day after the funeral for those who would like to sign it.
A Book of Condolence will be opened on Saturday at the Harpur Suite in Bedford. This will remain open from 8am to 5pm until the day after the funeral for those who would like to sign it. There is also an online Book of Condolence you can sign at www.royal.uk
Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Her Majesty the Queen, Elizabeth II, has passed away at Balmoral Castle today.
Mayor Dave Hogson has laid a tribute to the Queen at Russell Park where Bedford Borough Council has set up a Floral Tribute Site at the western end of the park.
The Union Flag is at half-mast at both The Old Town and Borough Hall as a mark of respect and in memory of Queen Elizabeth II