Death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - books of condolence and memorial sites open across Buckinghamshire
Following the announcement of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II yesterday, books of condolence and memorial sites are opening in Buckinghamshire for residents and visitors to pay their respects.
Buckinghamshire memorial service
The council is holding a service of memorial to remember Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on Saturday 17 September at 3pm at St Mary’s Church, Aylesbury.
Books of condolence
Books of condolence will be open from 1pm Friday 9 September at the following locations:
- Reception of the council offices in Walton Street, Aylesbury
- Reception of the council offices at The Gateway, Aylesbury
- Reception of the council offices in Queen Victoria Road, High Wycombe
- Reception of the council offices at King George V House, Amersham
- Chesham and Buckingham libraries
The books of condolence will be open between 9am – 5pm every day (including the weekends) up to 5pm on Thursday 22 September .
An virtual book of condolence is also available on the Royal Family website
Temporary memorial sites
We have set up six fenced off areas in town centre locations where residents can lay flowers and other tributes; these are at:
- Aylesbury by the Queen Elizabeth II plaque in Market Square (next to the steps of Metro Bank), Aylesbury
- Amersham adjacent to the flagpole outside King George V House, Amersham
- High Wycombe outside the entrance to the Council Chamber, on Queen Victoria Road, High Wycombe
- Buckingham Coronation Trees adjacent to the war memorial in St Peters and St Pauls Church, Buckingham
- Chesham at the War Memorial in The Broadway, Chesham
- Marlow on The Causeway, Marlow
If you wish to provide a floral tribute please note that:
- Paper or plastic wrappers should be removed and placed in the bins provided
- Flowers left in other areas may be removed and placed in the designated area
- Candles cannot be lit or re-lit by the stewards
- Gifts, cards, labels and or other documents may not be kept but could be given to further recipients
- You may wish to consider a donation to a charity in lieu of flowers/gifts
Martin Tett is Leader of Buckinghamshire Council. He said:
“This is a day of the utmost sadness and solemnity. I know there is an outpouring of grief across our county and that every one of us is reacting to this news in our own way. It is important that there are places that provide a focal point for local people to lay tributes to remember and honour Her Majesty The Queen. We will also be outlining further details of what is happening in Buckinghamshire in the coming days in line with the national protocol and of course, as a council, we are expressing our deepest sorrow and sympathy to the Royal Family on behalf of the people of Buckinghamshire.”