The tribute echoed across the district at 12pm on Friday, the first of 17 days of mourning announced by her son and successor King Charles III.

It was a fitting homage to the late monarch, a dedicated Christian who carried the spirit of her deeply-held faith throughout her reign.

As the sound of bells pealed across the district, churches supported people grieving The Queen, against the backdrop of her portrait and flickering candles.

Meanwhile books of condolence have been set up at Bradford Cathedral, the Civic Staircase outside City Hall, Bingley Area Office, Bingley Town Hall, Ilkley Town Hall, Keighley Town Hall and Shipley Town Hall.

The Lord Mayor of Bradford, Councillor Martin Love, laid flowers in City Park at 11am before leaving a message in the historical document.

Mayor of Bradford Cllr Martin Love signs City Hall's Book of Condolence. Picture: Bradford Council, social media (Image: Bradford Council, social media)

There was an hour-long peal of bells at Holy Trinity Church in Idle as well as tributes at Bradford Cathedral, All Saints C of E Church in Bingley, and Fulneck Moravian Church, Pudsey.

Candles were also lit by royal fans of all ages at St Saviours Church in Harden.

One church member at Holy Trinity Church said: "It's an act of respect and part of the mourning process. The bells have a more sombre tone designed to make us reflect and remember. The Queen has been a stable influence for us, a real constant in everybody's lives because she's served us for so long. People will feel her loss deeply."

Holy Trinity Church in Idle. Picture: Newsquest, Daryl Ames (Image: Newsquest, Daryl Ames)

Rev James Woolford, of Fulneck Moravian Church, said: "It was a shock, it's a weird one because she's 96 and we'd all seen how her health had deteriorated after Philip had died because he was her rock.

"Watching the news with my son, who's eight, Edward, I'd had it on during the day. I saw the flag flying at Buckingham Palace at half mast.

Inside Fulneck Moravian Church on the nation's first day of mourning. Picture: Newsquest, Natasha Meek (Image: Newsquest, Natasha Meek)

“When the news broke I got goose bumps initially. I equate it to when my granddad died, he was in and out of consciousness. Yet when my father rang me to tell me he had gone I felt a physical reaction even though it felt inevitable. It's still a loss. That's what's been felt by the community.”

The church and its settlement is no stranger to historical events, dating back to 1743.

It is set to host a joint service this Sunday with Baildon Moravian Church.

When asked about King Charles III, the Reverend said: "He's obviously a very known activist for the climate and I'm concerned about the way things are heading with that.

"We don't want to go back into 'whatever the king says goes' but he does have a voice and anyone that has a voice has a duty to use it responsibly."

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Book of Condolence at Bradford Cathedral signed by a visitor. Picture: Newsquest, T&A (Image: Newsquest, T&A)

Kersten England CBE, chief executive of Bradford Council, said: “Her Royal Majesty the Queen was an inspiration to us all. Her faithful, dutiful and loving service to the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth will be remembered and celebrated down the ages. It was an honour and a privilege to serve her.

“We will continue to pursue her vision of nations in which people of every colour, creed and background can flourish.”

It comes after MPs of all political colours paid tribute to the 96-year-old.

Candle for The Queen at Bradford Cathedral. Picture: T&A, Mike Simmonds (Image: T&A, Mike Simmonds)

Shipley MP Philip Davies described The Queen as the "most remarkable person in the world" while Bradford West MP Naz Shah said she was a “constant source of wisdom”.

Mr Davies said: “I am deeply saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. She was the most remarkable woman with an incredible work ethic who always put duty to the country above all else.

“I had the privilege to meet her twice and got to see first-hand her warmth and also her wonderful sense of humour too. I will forever treasure those memories.

“I know many of my constituents will feel a huge sense of loss, and it is very difficult to imagine life in this country without her reassuring, constant presence on the throne.

“We have lost someone who will be remembered as one of the greatest heads of the state the world has ever seen.

Flowers left on City Hall's steps. Picture: Newsquest, Mike Simmonds (Image: Newsquest, Mike Simmonds)

“At this very sad time our thoughts first and foremost must be with her family, especially Charles who whilst grieving for his mother, has to also take on the mantle of Head of State and King.”

Judith Cummins, MP for Bradford South, said: "Most of us cannot remember a time without The Queen. A family and a nation mourns the sad passing of a much loved and admired, dedicated public servant who was our Queen."

Naz Shah, MP for Bradford West, said: "The Queen has been a great leader and a constant source of wisdom and support. I send my condolences to the King and Royal household."

Robbie Moore, MP for Keighley and Ilkley, added: "Her dedication, devotion and commitment to public duty, to our country and the commonwealth was unparalleled.”

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