London hotels raise prices as demand soars before Queen’s funeral

The price of some accommodation has apparently increased by more than 300%

Accommodation bookings in London have increased as people from elsewhere in the UK and around the world make plans to head to the capital for the Queen's funeral, with some hotels apparently raising their prices by more than 300%.

Hotels ranging from budget to high-end have reported an increase in custom, with one travel expert saying demand for place to stay is at its highest since the 2012 Olympics.