BUSINESSES across Northumberland have joined the nation in paying their respects to the late Queen, who died on Thursday (September 8).

Hexham Abbey said there will be a special service for The Queen at 6.30pm on Friday.

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Hexham Racecourse said it 'extends our sincere condolences to his Majesty the King, other members of the Royal Family and those affected by the death of Her Majesty the Queen. Our thoughts will remain with the Royal Family during this period of mourning'.

The Blackbird pub in Ponteland said: "The team at The Blackbird would like to thank her Majesty for her unwavering service. Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with the Royal Family and we join the nation in mourning her loss. May you rest in peace."

Saks Hexham said: "HM Queen Elizabeth II 1926 - 2022 Thank-you Ma'am. For everything. You have, quite simply, been our nation's strength and stay for these past 70 years. Our heartfelt condolences go to our Royal Family and the people of this Great Britain and the Commonwealth realms at this very sad time. Love Saks."

Northumberland County Council said they were 'deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen'.

It added that flags will be lowered to half-mast as a mark of respect.

Kielder Observatory said: "We are truly saddened by the news of the death of Her Royal Highness, Queen Elizabeth II.

"We send our deepest condolences to The Royal Family. RIP Her Majesty."

The Observatory said they will be cancelling events on the day of the state funeral, once the arrangements are published.

"Please bear with us while we make arrangements for refunds or transfers for guests who had tickets for last night and for the night of the funeral, once the day is confirmed."

Brocksbushes Farm Shop and Tea Room said: "RIP Queen Elizabeth. An extraordinary monarch, matriarch and advocate of British strawberries. 'The Queen would enjoy strawberries three or four times a week while at Balmoral. Woe betide anyone who tried to give her out-of-season berries.' Thank you for everything your Majesty."

Newcastle International Airport said it will fly the Union Jack at half-mast from Thursday. 

Paul Hedley, Northumberland Chief Fire Officer, said: "On behalf of all of the staff of Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service I offer sincere condolences to the Royal Family on the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II as we come together to mourn her passing.

"A constant throughout our lives. Dignity, leadership and devotion to duty. Our nation's stay. An incredible woman," he said.

Bellingham Parish Council said: "Following the sad news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, a book of condolence will be available in St Cuthbert's Church in Bellingham from tomorrow.

"We have set up an area for floral tributes to Her Majesty on the grass bank next to the Town Hall. Thank you."