The iconic landmark was lit in Union Flag colours to mark the death of the monarch who 'served our country with the utmost strength, kindness and dignity'
The iconic landmark was lit in red, white and blue to mark the death of the UK's longest-serving monarch who died on Thursday. The tribute follows the confirmation that the illuminations would remain dark out of respect for the Queen.
This photo, taken by Gregg Wolstenholme, shows the tower lit up. Blackpool Council said on Twitter: "Joining landmarks across the world, the iconic Blackpool Tower is tonight illuminated in red, white and blue. A tribute to Her Majesty The Queen, a monarch who has served our country with the utmost strength, kindness and dignity."The tower tribute is just one of many nods to the Queen from across Lancashire since her death on Thursday.
VisitBlackpool has also said the full illuminations display will resume tonight while on the night of the Queen's funeral the Illuminations will once again remain unlit. The display will then resume in full the following day. In pictures - a book of condolence for the Queen opens at Madam Tussauds in Blackpool View gallery On Sunday the Proclamation for Lancashire for His Majesty The King, Charles III, will be held in Preston Flag Market from 12.30pm. The event will feature a rendition of the National Anthem with the proclamation being read by the High Sheriff of Lancashire Martin Ainscough DL.
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