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The state hearse is a vehicle of the Royal Mews used for funerals of the British royal family. Based on a Jaguar XJ model, it was designed by the Royal Household and Jaguar Land Rover with the input of and approval from Elizabeth II and converted by UK-based coachbuilders Premiere Sheet Metal, while Wilcox Limousines created the interior, exterior trim and glazing. [ 1 ]
State Royal Review Vehicles are modified cars designed for use at some official parades and ceremonies. There are currently two Range Rovers. These, likewise, do not have number plates; nor does the State hearse (an addition to the Royal Mews fleet which was first used in 2022 following the death of Queen Elizabeth II). [4]
In the United Kingdom, state funerals are usually reserved for monarchs. The most recent was the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II on 19 September 2022. [1] A state funeral may also be held to honour a highly distinguished figure following the approval of the monarch and Parliament (of the expenditure of public funds). [2]
The Queen was transported in a bespoke new state hearse, designed in consultation with the late monarch, to allow the public a clear view of her coffin. Queen Elizabeth II was long involved in the ...
The state hearse will join the procession, which will have been formed up and in position, at Shaw Farm Gate before travelling to St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle. (PA Graphics)
In the centre of the procession, the state hearse will be flanked by the Pall Bearers and an Escort Party consisting of two officers and 24 rank and file of the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards.
The state hearse then transported the Queen's coffin to Windsor, followed by another procession through Windsor Great Park and a committal service at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle. The Queen was interred later that evening with her husband, Prince Philip , in the King George VI Memorial Chapel , in a private service attended only by her closest family.
The state hearse will approach the castle through Shaw Farm Gate on Windsor’s Albert Road, moving via the Long Walk, Cambridge Gate, Cambridge Drive, George IV Gate, Quadrangle (south and west ...