New street signs in Westminster honours Queen Elizabeth II’s birthplace

Westminster City Council have installed new commemorative street signs to recognise the birthplace of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Queen Elizabeth II was born on April 21, 1926, at 17 Bruton Street, London and spent her first year at the address. To mark this important connection to Westminster, the council commissioned eight street signs featuring special designs to pay tribute to her late Queen. 

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The design was approved by the Royal Household, ensuring a fitting tribute to Her Late Majesty's birthplace. The new signs also incorporate one of the late Queen’s favourite flowers, the Lily of the Valley, which featured in her Coronation Bouquet. 

Cllr Adam Hug, Leader of Westminster City Council, said:  

 

"We are proud to unveil these new signs in Bruton Street to commemorate the birthplace of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The tribute marks the late Queen’s connection to our city and highlights the rich heritage we have in Westminster.  

 
“We hope they inform residents and visitors and serves as a destination for those wishing to pay their respects.” 

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The official unveiling ceremony was attended by local dignitaries including Stuart Shilson LVO DL, Deputy Lord-Lieutenant for the City of Westminster, community leaders, plus Westminster City Council Councillors including the Leader, Cllr Adam Hug, and the Lord Mayor of Westminster.