Harewood House in Leeds closed after The Queen's death

Harewood House in Leeds has closed its doors following the death of Her Majesty The Queen.

The former royal household will not open on Friday, 9 September or on the day of The Queen's funeral as a mark of respect.

Queen Elizabeth II was first cousin once removed and godmother to the eighth Earl of Harewood, David Lascelles, and visited Harewood House on a number of special occasions - including during her Golden Jubilee celebrations.

The Earl said his "cousin Lilibet" was a remarkable woman and that her death marks "the end of an era".

He recalled her visit to Harewood for the Golden Jubilee celebrations in 2002, where he accompanied her in front of crowds of people.

The Earl said: "This was Yorkshire at it most culturally diverse. The Queen’s enjoyment was clear for all to see.

"These were the rich, mixed, varied, sometimes contradictory cultures of 21st century Britain, a Britain very different from the country she knew when she came to the throne in 1953 but one with which she continued to identify and one which she continued to represent with grace and with great dignity."

A spokesperson shared the condolences of the trustees, staff and volunteers of the trust.

They said: "The Queen’s calm, patient, yet totally committed approach to her life’s work and her reign, and her measured, selfless demeanour and service to this country remain a lesson to us all during these turbulent times."

Ticket holders will be individually contacted with details about the cancellation.