Pictures of queen elizabeth

It was the face-to-face meeting which left the usually unflappable Queen flustered. But after meeting Britain's champion gurner Tommy Mattinson HRH decided to try out a few facial contortions of her own.

It may come as something of a relief to you to know that even the Queen is not averse to a spot of nose-picking - except in her case it's far more likely to be caught on camera.

No I won't do the fandango.

Here's a peek inside Her Royal Highness's inimitable jewelry box.

Sun's out, tongue's out!

Take a look back at Queen Elizabeth's life, from toddler to crown.

As the Queen marks 70 years on the throne, we present an image from every year of her life.

Between the bright hues and the famous purse, the Queen's fashions reign supreme.

Queen Elizabeth I was the only surviving child of King Henry VIII of England, learn more about her and her many outstanding portraits.