The duke and the Queen were married for more than 70 years and Philip dedicated decades of his life to royal duty, serving the nation at the monarch’s side.
Many of those visits were to Lancashire, and here we look back fondly at some of the times we hosted the royal couple.
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Keeping a safe distance, HRH The Duke Of Edinburgh meets "George" a Giant Congo Millepede held by student, Anne Hardman, watched by HND animal management and welfare student, Laura Wood, during Friday's Royal visit at Myescough College
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The Queen and Prince Philip leave Myerscough College after Friday's Royal visit.
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Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh offically opened the library at Preston Polytechnic
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The Queen is presented with a painting during her visit to Preston