Books of condolence are opening across the Isle of Wight, as we pay tribute to The Queen.

In East Cowes, the town hall has opened one.

In Newport, mourners are being asked to lay flowers at Church Litten park.

The Isle of Wight Council said: "Today our thoughts continue to be with the Royal Family at this very sad time.

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Isle of Wight County Press: In East Cowes, at the Town Hall.In East Cowes, at the Town Hall. (Image: Newsquest.)

Christ Church, Sandown said: "The parish church will be open for those who wish to come, between 10am until 4pm on Saturday, to pay their respects and if you would like to sign the book of condolences.

"There will be a service at Christ Church on Sunday morning, at 11am, in which tribute will be paid to the Queen and her service to this nation and you would be very welcome to join us on this sad occasion."

In Totland, a book of condolence has opened in the Parish Office meeting room and unwrapped flowers can be laid at the war memorial.

Isle of Wight County Press: Flowers, outside East Cowes library.Flowers, outside East Cowes library. (Image: Isle of Wight County Press reporter.)

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County Hall added: "We respectfully ask that anyone wishing to lay flowers in tribute, should do so at Church Litten, Newport.

"Signs are in place to advise where floral tributes may be placed."

The Isle of Wight Council said books of condolence will be held at County Hall, Newport, Cowes Library, Freshwater Library, Ryde Library, Ventnor Library and Sandown Library, for those who want to sign.

Newport and Carisbrooke Parish Council said: "As we join the nation and indeed the world in reflection of Her Majesty's life, a Book of Remembrance will be available for signing at Granary Court, 128 Pyle Street, Newport on Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th September between 9am and 5pm.

"If you would like the Book of Remembrance to be brought to locations within the parish, please contact us on 01983 559119."

Isle of Wight County Press: 'For my Queen'. Flowers in Church Litten on Friday, September 9.'For my Queen'. Flowers in Church Litten on Friday, September 9. (Image: Isle of Wight County Press.)

Isle of Wight County Press: Flowers in Church Litten, on Friday, September 9.Flowers in Church Litten, on Friday, September 9. (Image: Isle of Wight County Press.)

The Royal Family has also launched a national book of condolence. 

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A book of condolence is available to sign at Shanklin Theatre's box office.