“Sadly, due to the large numbers of guests and recipients attending, it was not possible to find a way of safely delivering these events in the current circumstances. Recipients will be contacted directly.
“The Queen’s intention remains to return to Windsor Castle in October and to resume the use of Buckingham Palace during an Autumn programme of Audiences and engagements, in line with all relevant guidance and advice.”
With the Queen isolating and events cancelled there could be another key royal event the monarch may miss.
On the second Sunday of November, the Queen leads the whole nation in remembering those who have died in world wars and other conflicts.