The Queen has once again celebrated Maundy Thursday virtually this year due to the ongoing national lockdown.
To mark the occasion, Her Majesty has written to this year’s Maundy Recipients who have been recognised by their dioceses for their outstanding contributions to their local church and community life.
Each year, the monarch distributes specially-minted coins to pensioners at the Royal Maundy Service, which is typically held at different Cathedrals and Abbeys across the United Kingdom.
Due to the ongoing restrictions on gatherings of people, the 94-year-old sovereign has instead sent her Maundy Gift via the post alongside a letter.