HUNDREDS of people will be heading to Poundbury today to catch a glimpse of a very special visitor.
The Queen, along with husband Prince Philip and son Prince Charles and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, will be in town to unveil a statue of the late Queen Mother.
The 9ft 6in cast bronze statue is to be the focal point of Queen Mother Square in the heart of Prince Charles’ model village. It has been created by celebrated sculptor Philip Jackson and will take pride of place opposite the Duchess of Cornwall Pub.
It is an exact replica of the Queen Mother’s statue in London.
Details of the Queen’s visit have been kept tightly under wraps, but it is the first time she has come to the county since 2009.
It is anticipated that hundreds of residents are planning to line the streets of Poundbury and give her a very royal welcome.
The Echo will be running a live blog at dorsetecho.co.uk for all those who would like to attend but are unable to.
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