How Many Royals Have Been Buried Alongside Prince Philip In St George's Chapel In Windsor?

It's a sad day for the royal family as they put one of their own to rest. Following the death of Prince Philip at age 99 on April 9, 2021, those he loved most are expected to gather at St. George's Chapel, located on the grounds of Windsor Castle, for an intimate funeral of 30 people. The shortlist of attendees comes with the prince's wishes to have a sendoff with "minimal fuss," as the BBC puts it, and with the ongoing coronavirus restrictions. According to the outlet, Philip will not lay in state, which means the public will not be able to view inside his coffin.

Additionally, Philip will have a "ceremonial" funeral instead of the traditional "state" funeral typically reserved for monarchs. Although his goodbye will be on a much smaller scale than the likes of Princess Diana's or the Queen Mother's state funerals, it will be just as special as he is laid to rest in the family vault within Windsor Chapel. There is no doubt that Prince Philip will be in good company. Keep scrolling to see how many royals have been buried in St. George's Chapel.

As a lifelong prince who dedicated the majority of his life to public service, Prince Philip is definitely where he is supposed to be as he is laid to rest in the royal family's 200-year-old vault hidden beneath St. George's Chapel. The Duke of Edinburgh marks royal No. 25 to be buried on the historic grounds, according to the Daily Mail. The vault, which is set behind iron gates around 16ft underground, holds Britain's most notable figures, including George III, George IV, George V of Hanover, and William IV. Additionally, Queen Victoria's father Prince Edward, George III's wife Queen Charlotte, and Queen Mary's grandfather Prince Adolphus are also buried in the landmark.

Although Prince Philip's coffin will be lowered into the royal vault, his resting place will be moved when Queen Elizabeth dies, and the two will be buried together in the King George VI Memorial Chapel, joining the late king. It sounds like Prince Philip's funeral will be just what he wanted: small and meaningful.