As the city mourns the death of Her Majesty the Queen, books of condolences have been opened to allow residents to share their messages.

The Lord Mayor of Southampton, Cllr Jacqui Rayment, was the first to sign one such books this morning.

People of all ages have since been following suit to share their own tributes.

Below is a list of places where you can find books of condolence in Southampton.

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The Civic Centre

Daily Echo: The Queen's book of condolence at Southampton Civic CentreThe Queen's book of condolence at Southampton Civic Centre (Image: Newsquest)

A book of condolence has been set up at the Civic Centre which will be open until 5pm.

On Saturday and Sunday and Monday to Friday next week, it will be open from 9am to 5pm.

Libraries

Daily Echo: Lord Mayor of Southampton, Cllr Jacqui Rayment, signing the book of condolence at Shirley libraryLord Mayor of Southampton, Cllr Jacqui Rayment, signing the book of condolence at Shirley library (Image: Newsquest)

Books of condolence can also be found at Shirley, Central and Bitterne libraries.

They can be signed during regular opening hours.

St Mary's Church

Daily Echo: The Queen's book of condolence at St Mary's ChurchThe Queen's book of condolence at St Mary's Church (Image: Newsquest)

St Mary's Church opened its doors to mourners today for prayers and reflection.

Its bells rang out 96 times at midday in a poignant mark of respect to the 96-year-old monarch.

A book of condolence has also been opened there.

The Point, Eastleigh

The book of condolence will be in the Atrium at The Point and will be open until 5pm.

It will be available from 9am to 5pm each day until the day after the Queen's funeral.  

It will be closed on the day of the funeral.  

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