Mike Tindall

Zara and Mike Tindall joined the rest of the royal family at Westminster Abbey for the Queen's state funeral, with hundreds of other guests including world ...

"It is a chocolate hat that I am taking home for my daughter Mia," he said. And how they’ve made my family welcome. She once said: “I curtsey to her every time I see her. The Queen was often seen with the Tindalls at racing events and have been photographed chatting and joking at Mourners filing past slowed almost to a stop to look upon the younger generation of the royal family as they stood in the spotlight, united in grief for their grandmother but maintaining their composure – just as the Queen was famed for – throughout. Along with the royal family, the coffin - which was draped with the Royal Standard and had the Imperial State Crown and Regalia as well as a wreath of flowers laid upon it - was followed by members of Charles' household including his private secretary and equerry. The short procession from Westminster Hall to the Abbey, to the sound of bagpipes and with Big Ben tolling, took around eight minutes. The carriage was flanked by the Bearer Party, pall bearers and detachments of the King's Body Guards of the Honourable Corps of Gentlemen at Arms, the Yeomen of the Guard and the Royal Company of Archers. As the procession moved off, the sounds of a massed Pipes and Drums of Scottish and Irish Regiments, the Brigade of Gurkhas, and the Royal Air Force numbering 200 musicians filled the air. [Mike Tindall](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/mike-tindall) was seen comforting the Queen's youngest grandson in a moving moment at the [Queen's state funeral](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/the-queens-funeral) today. Crowds which gathered close to Parliament Square early on Monday had clapped and cheered the arrival of the King, who was driven to Westminster Hall just after 10.30am to escort his mother's coffin to the funeral. [Lady Louise Windsor](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/lady-louise-windsor) as they joined the rest of the royal family for the funeral service.

Mike placed his right hand on his cousin-in-law's back as they made their way inside. At another point, the ex-England rugby star could also be seen keeping ...

Charles walked with his siblings Edward, Princess Anne and Prince Andrew. Mike joined his wife Zara for the funeral service. The former England rugby player put a comforting arm around the 14-year-old as they arrived for the service at Westminster Abbey on Monday morning.

Mike Tindall joined his wife Zara Tindall at the funeral of the Queen on Monday. Find out why the former rugby player was wearing three medals for the ...

There were 2,000 people in attendance at the Queen's state funeral. Mike arrived for the special ceremony alongside Zara as well as Sophie Wessex's son James, Viscount Severn. Mike received the special pin as a member of the Royal Family. The former rugby player dressed for the sombre occasion in a black suit while also sporting military-style medals. MORE:

Mike Tindall, husband of the Queen's granddaughter Zara, sported three medals during Her Late Majesty's funeral at Westminster Abbey, with some speculating ...

The 43-year-old married into the Royal Family in 2011 when he wed Princess Anne's daughter Zara, herself an international sportsperson. The Princess Royal wore a Royal Navy full ceremonial uniform in the rank of Admiral. King Charles III sported his Royal Navy uniform at the Queen's funeral, while heir William wore RAF colours in a nod to the branches of the armed forces in which they each served.

Social media users questioned whether rugby player had right to wear medals usually associated with military service.

The third and final medal is the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. The second medal is the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, a commemorative medal created in 2012 to mark the Queen’s 60th year on the throne. [Terms of use,](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/user-policies-a6184151.html) [Cookie policy](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/cookie-policy-a6184186.html) and [Privacy notice.](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/privacy-policy-a6184181.html) [Privacy policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en) and [Terms of service](https://policies.google.com/terms?hl=en) apply. “What did Mike Tindall do to get four military medals? Watching Dad’s Army?”, wrote one, while another said: “What medals has Mike Tindall got? [US president Joe Biden](https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/queen-s-funeral-westminster-abbey-b2170196.html) – took their seats earlier in the 1,269-year-old church ahead of the funeral. [Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/mbe) in 2007 for his contribution to rugby. [Mike Tindall](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/mike-tindall) is being criticised for wearing a series of [medals](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/medals) on his suit during the [state funeral](https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/queen-elizabeth-funeral-today-what-time-live-stream-latest-b2170061.html) of [Queen Elizabeth II](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/queen-elizabeth-ii). [Zara Tindall](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/zara-tindall) donned a series of medals for the service on Monday (19 September), prompting anger and disbelief from many on [social media](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/social-media?CMP=ILC-refresh) who questioned why he had the right to wear medals usually associated with military service.

The former England rugby star, 43, was invited to the service at Westminster Abbey as one of the 'minor royals', having married the late monarch's ...

The Archbishop of Canterbury then hailed the Queen's 'abundant life and loving service' as he delivered the sermon at her state funeral, adding: 'She was joyful, present to so many, touching a multitude of lives.' It is not known if Mike joined the family at the estate. Their mother Princess Anne was joined by her husband Sir Timothy Laurence in the procession. From left to right, the first medal, shaped like a cross, is Mike Tindall's Member of the British Empire (MBE) award, which he was given in 2007 for his contribution to rugby. Touchingly, he met Zara in Sydney in 2003. The central gong is the Diamond Jubilee Medal, which was created to mark 60 years of Queen Elizabeth II's reign back in 2012. Mia and Lena were at Westminster Hall on Friday for her lying-in-state. [View all messages](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11194009/Queen-Elizabeth-book-condolence.html?_ga=2.18849521.939019009.1662271465-554055972.1654236233) Both jubilee medals were awarded to all members of the Royal Family. Cousins together: Zara and Mike lead the Queen's grandchildren out of the Abbey today as the world mourns the Queen The former England rugby star, 43, was invited to the service at Westminster Abbey as one of the 'minor royals', having married the late monarch's granddaughter Zara Phillips, 41, in 2011. [Follow MailOnline's LIVEBLOG for updates as state funeral is held for Queen Elizabeth II in London today](https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dailymail.co.uk%2Fnews%2Farticle-11226189%2FQueens-funeral-LIVE-Latest-news-state-funeral-held-Westminster-Abbey-London.html&data=05%7C01%7CLaurence.Dollimore%40mailonline.co.uk%7Cae51fc9afd874740b7a608da9a397bdd%7C0f3a4c644dc54a768d4152d85ca158a5%7C0%7C0%7C637991868955650378%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pifu4XqzSLo9teqF8dJ%2F1aEj%2Fxt0bnzgvFDalPSz2cw%3D&reserved=0) [The Queen's funeral: All the latest Royal Family news and coverage](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/the_queen/index.html) [Mike Tindall](/news/mike-tindall/index.html) was sporting his OBE medal today as he joined some 2,000 royals, world leaders and presidents to bid farewell to [the Queen](/news/the_queen/index.html) at her state funeral in central [London](/news/london/index.html).

The 2003 World Cup winner was in fact wearing his OBE and his Diamond and Platinum jubilee medals, handed out in 2012 and 2022 respectively. Tindall was awarded ...

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Find out what medals ex-rugby player and Royal Family member Mike Tindall has, as he wears three on his suit to Her Majesty's state funeral.

[smart black mourning outfits](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/19/camilla-and-kate-stand-together-at-the-queens-funeral-17400381/)smart black mourning outfits Both [served in the military](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/19/was-prince-william-in-the-military-uniform-and-medals-explained-17408380/). [siblings Princess Anne and Prince Edward](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/14/did-princess-anne-prince-edward-and-prince-andrew-serve-in-the-military-17373543/), as well as Prince Andrew. [Queen Elizabeth II](https://metro.co.uk/tag/queen-elizabeth-ii/) tag page for the latest updates, and sign Metro.co.uk's [book of condolence to Her Majesty](https://metro.co.uk/queen-elizabeth-ii-dead-tributes-condolence-book/) here. - Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal – In 2022, Mike received a similar medal, marking The Queen’s 70 years on the throne. - Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal – In 2012, Mike received this medal as a member of the Royal Family, along with prison service workers, emergency workers and those in the Armed Forces. [](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/08/queens-health-latest-concerns-royal-family-gather-head-to-balmoral-16453313/) [Attendees such as Catherine, The Princess of Wales](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/19/camilla-and-kate-stand-together-at-the-queens-funeral-17400381/) and Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex did not wear medals, instead wearing [accessorised with symbolic pearls](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/18/why-the-royal-family-wear-pearls-in-times-of-mourning-17399116/). [seen wearing four medals on his suit](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/19/why-arent-prince-harry-and-prince-andrew-wearing-military-uniforms-17391150/) – while [Prince William, The Prince of Wales also donned medals](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/19/was-prince-william-in-the-military-uniform-and-medals-explained-17408380/). Throughout his career, he had 75 caps for England was part of 2003’s Rugby World Cup-winning team. - Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) – In 2007, Mike was awarded an MBE for his contribution to the sport of rugby. [World Cup](https://metro.co.uk/tag/world-cup/?ico=auto_link_news_P3_LNK1) champ at various ceremonies and events in honour of the late Queen Elizabeth II, supporting [his wife](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/17/who-are-peter-phillips-and-zara-tindall-why-dont-they-have-titles-17394210/) and the rest of the [Royal Family](https://metro.co.uk/tag/royal-family/?ico=auto_link_news_P3_LNK2).

The Queen's granddaughter Zara Tindall arrived at St George's Chapel with her husband Mike and their children for the Committal Service this afternoon, ...

[Prince Harry](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/prince-harry), who stood shoulder to shoulder. [Prince Philip](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/prince-philip-duke-of-edinburgh), the Duke of Edinburgh, in a private burial at St George VI's chapel at Windsor Castle, where the Tindall's were pictured. [Meghan Markle](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/meghan-markle) and Sophie, Countess of Wessex followed behind Camilla and Kate in a different vehicle in order of their royal status. [St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/royals/breaking-kate-charlotte-wear-hats-28008691) [met mourners gathered by the gates of Buckingham Palace](https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/royals/breaking-king-charles-shakes-hands-27948501) the day after the Queen died and just days later, Charles [addressed Parliament for the first time](https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/politics/inside-westminster-hall-charles-iii-27971485). [Zara](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/zara-tindall) and Mike Tindall showed their family bond as they arrived at Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's funeral with their children earlier today.

Rugby Union star Mike Tindall appeared alongside wife Zara as they paid their respects to our beloved Queen during Monday's poignant funeral ceremony and ...

The first was given as part of Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 2012 and he received the third medal this year as the Queen marked her Platinum Jubilee. But it appears there is a simple explanation for the medals. He has been a constant support by Zara's side following the death of the Queen earlier this month. One of the medals - a cross with a red band ribbon - was awarded to Tindall for his MBE which he received in 2007 for his services to sport. And this led to speculation on social media, as Tindall was not in the armed forces. Tindall was seen during the funeral wearing military-style medals on his blazer.

Zara Tindall's husband Mike Tindall supported Sophie Wessex's son James, Viscount Severn at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral.

During the vigil, the young royal was seen wearing his Diamond and Platinum Jubilee medals. [Beatrice ](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/princess-beatrice/)and [Eugenie ](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/princess-eugenie/https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/princess-eugenie/)and their husbands, and [Lady Louise Windsor](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/lady-louise-windsor/), James' sister. [the Queen](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/the-queen/)'s grandchildren undertaking a vigil on Saturday evening, headed up by the [Prince of Wales](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/prince-william/). [All the photos of Prince George and Princess Charlotte at Queen's funeral](https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20220919151367/the-queens-funeral-prince-george-princess-charlotte-make-appearance/) [Prince Edward and Countess Sophie attend grandchildren vigil for touching reason](https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20220917151426/sophie-wessex-prince-edward-attend-grandchildren-vigil/) [Zara Tindall](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/zara-tindall/)'s husband [Mike Tindall](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/mike-tindall/) showed his support for Sophie Wessex's son [James, Viscount Severn](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/james-viscount-severn/) as they approached Westminser Abbey for the Queen's funeral.

People speculated over what the medals were awarded for, given Tindall has no military experience.

The 43-year-old married into the Royal Family in 2011 when he wed Princess Anne's daughter Zara, herself an international sportsperson. The Princess Royal wore a Royal Navy full ceremonial uniform in the rank of Admiral. Promoted Stories The King wore full-size medals including the Queen's Service Order (New Zealand), Coronation Medal, Silver Jubilee Medal, Golden Jubilee Medal, Diamond Jubilee Medal, Platinum Jubilee Medal and a Naval Long Service Good Conduct (LSGC) (three x Additional Service Bars). King Charles III sported his Royal Navy uniform at the Queen's funeral, while heir William wore RAF colours in a nod to the branches of the armed forces in which they each served. [reports The Mirror.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/mike-tindall-medals-queen-funeral-28027160)

Zara Tindall made an emotional appearance at her late grandmother's funeral on Monday along with her husband and eldest daughter. Where does the Tindall ...

[Princess Anne](/latest/princess-anne), 72, also lives on the Gatcombe Park estate with her husband [Timothy Laurence](/latest/timothy-laurence), 67. [Zara](/latest/zara-tindall), 41, and [Mike Tindall](/latest/mike-tindall), 43, live at Gatcombe Park with their children, Mia, Lena and Lucas. Where does the Tindall family live?