Overview

• The cortege begins at 9:45am at The Cheshire Cheese in Gee Cross, then pauses at the Harehill Tavern and the former New Inn for a dove release.
• It will pass through Hyde town centre, pausing at Hatton's gym (now Energie Fitness Hyde), then continue to Denton and Betta Bodies gym.
• The route heads into Manchester city centre, passes the AO Arena, and arrives at Manchester Cathedral for a 12 noon invitation‑only service.
• After the service, the procession is scheduled to leave around 1:15pm for a final visit to Manchester City's Etihad Stadium before a private committal.
• Thousands are expected to line the streets, with the public invited to gather along the full route published by local authorities and media.