According to Cunard, sightseers will be able to see QE2 as she leaves for the final time tonight at the following places and times.

Eastern Docks, Southampton: 7.15pm.

Off Mayflower Park: 7.30pm.

Passing berth: 7.50pm.

Hythe: 8pm.

Fawley: 8.15pm.

Calshot: 8.25pm Cowes, Isle of Wight: 8.45pm.

Portsmouth: 9.15pm.

Nab Tower Pilot Station: 9.45pm.

See tomorrow’s Echo for full coverage of the QE2’s departure