Chesterfield was a town in mourning today as people lined the streets to bid a last farewell to Gracie Spinks.
Ms Spinks died following an attack in the Duckmanton area last month when she suffered a fatal knife wound to the neck.
Today, mourners flooded to the Old Whittington area to pay their respects to the 23-year-old.
Since her death, there has been an outpouring of grief from local residents across social media and in the area, paying tribute to "a beautiful young life".
Prior to the funeral, the family requested mourners either wear purple, or horse attire, and raise whips in the air as she passed.
Floods of purple lined the streets, as did those in their horse-riding gear.
Locals, both young and old, united in their grief today to say goodbye to Ms Spinks on her final journey.
The procession, led by Ms Spinks’ beloved horse Paddy, travelled through the Old Whittington area, up Sheffield road and Stand road, before ending at St Bartholomew’s Church.
Silence fell across the crowds as Ms Spinks’ coffin passed through the area, followed by fellow equestrians and horse-drawn carts, all waiting to say goodbye.
Thousands of people followed the procession to the church, with the service being broadcast on social media for the public to view.
One mourner who did not wish to be named said the number of people in attendance showed how the area has reacted since her death.
They said: "It's heartwarming to see so many people out here, paying their respects to Gracie.
"The people are wearing purple as well - it shows that people care."
Purple and pink ribbons were also seen on lampposts and signs around the town, lining the route of the procession.
Local companies and schools also paid their respects by putting purple ribbons on their gates along the route.
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