The funeral of Fusilier Lee Rigby

Drummer Lee Rigby Procession

Fusilier Lee Rigby's family were greeted by applause as they arrived at Bury Parish Church for Lee's military funeral.

Lee's two-year-old son arrived at the funeral service wearing a t-shirt in tribute to his father: 'My daddy, my hero'.

The prime minister, David Cameron and London Mayor Boris Johnson joined thousands of other mourners gathered at the church.

The service was relayed to those gathered outside and began with a silent tribute from the crowds in the streets around the church.

Among those outside were hundreds of serving and former soldiers in their regimental ties, blazers and caps, wearing their campaign medals.

Inside the church, Fusilier Rigby was described as a "fantastic soldier" by his commanding officer.

Lt Col Jim Taylor of the 2nd Battalion Royal Regiment of Fusiliers said Lee was "larger than life [and] was always at the centre of fun and mischief, but he was a true regimental character with real charisma and everybody fell under his spell".

The eulogy was met with applause inside and outside the church.

On his return from the funeral, Rochdale MP Simon Danczuk said: "Absolutely heartbreaking. Cannot believe this happened. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family."