In Photos: Buckingham Palace, Balmoral castle after Queen's health announcement

Queen Elizabeth II Health: Police officers stood guard of the gates of the palace as the Buckingham Palace said in its statement that the Queen was at the Balmoral castle.

Dozens of well-wishers and media members gathered outside the Buckingham Palace and Balmoral castle after the announcement on Queen Elizabeth II's health.

Media members gather outside Buckingham Palace, following a statement from the Palace over concerns for Britain's Queen Elizabeth's health.(Reuters)

Police officers stood guard of the gates of the palace as the Buckingham Palace said in its statement that the Queen was at the Balmoral castle.

The statement from Buckingham Palace is significant as it is not common for the palace to release statements on the Queen's health, BBC reported.

Scenes from the Buckingham Palace and Balmoral castle:

Media members gather near Buckingham Palace.(Reuters)

Broadcast media members gather outside Buckingham Palace.(Reuters)

Media gather at the entrance to Balmoral in Scotland.(AP)

Queen Elizabeth II has been facing health problems since October last year that left her with difficulties walking and standing.