A 'THRONE' appeared in the clouds above Droitwich after the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Beth Ritchie was amazed to see the spectacle above St Peter's playing fields last night (Thursday).

Mrs Ritchie, from Rebekah Gardens, said: "We were at Droitwich Spa Crusaders training session when we noticed it and had to take a photo as it was amazing to see."

She spotted what looks like a throne with a crown "waiting for King Charles III".

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Mrs Ritchie added: "We have lost the most amazing and the most known lady around the world.

"The most incredible lady who has guided us through our life Rip Queen, it won't be the same without you."

The nation entered a period of national mourning today after it was confirmed the Queen had sadly died, aged 96.

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The tragic news was confirmed on Thursday evening after members of the royal family travelled to Balmoral, where the Queen was laying in rest.

A statement from Buckingham confirming the news read: “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon.

"The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow."