Prince Philip's thanksgiving will be the service the Queen wanted a year ago
Duke of Edinburgh had meticulously planned his funeral, but Covid meant several elements could not go ahead as intended
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Duke of Edinburgh had meticulously planned his funeral, but Covid meant several elements could not go ahead as intended
Her Majesty has been 'actively involved' in every element of his service of thanksgiving that will see Westminster Abbey packed with 1,800 guests.
The service at Westminster Abbey will be broadcast live on BBC One and will feature elements Prince Philip planned for his own funeral.
The Marchioness of Cholmondeley, 38, is a neighbour of William and Kate's Norfolk home Amner Hall and is regular among royal circles having previously been invited to a state banquets.
Tribute is paid to the Duke of Edinburgh for his deep devotion to the Queen and his family at the ceremony at Westminster Abbey.