Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have revealed more details about their royal wedding, which will take place May 19.
Palace officials have confirmed that the happy couple will ride in a horse-drawn carriage through the streets of Windsor after exchanging their vows at St. George’s Chapel.
The palace have also shared that the service will begin at 12 p.m UK time, and the carriage procession will depart an hour later.
The pair will leave Windsor Castle via Castle Hill, and will precede along the High Street through Windsor Town before returning to the castle along the Long Walk.
Prince Harry and Ms. Meghan Markle are hugely grateful for the many good wishes they have received since announcing their engagement. pic.twitter.com/NiKWgVVboJ
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) February 12, 2018
They are looking forward to the day and to being able to share their celebrations with the public and wanted to share the following details about their wedding on May 19th with you: pic.twitter.com/hZbn7reYCc
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) February 12, 2018
The wedding service will begin at 12noon at St George’s Chapel. The Dean of Windsor will conduct the service and The Archbishop of Canterbury will officiate as the couple make their vows. pic.twitter.com/dTS56fy22c
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) February 12, 2018
At 1pm the couple, now married, will undertake a Carriage Procession from St George’s Chapel through Windsor Town returning to Windsor Castle along the Long Walk. pic.twitter.com/Lw6RaqY0p5
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) February 12, 2018
They hope this short journey will provide an opportunity for more people to come together around Windsor and to enjoy the atmosphere of this special day. pic.twitter.com/z8fukP2nea
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) February 12, 2018
Following the service, there will be a reception at St George’s Hall for the couple and the guests from the congregation. pic.twitter.com/t6P95lJyZC
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) February 12, 2018
Later that evening, The Prince of Wales will give a private evening reception for the couple and their close friends and family. pic.twitter.com/zT1EXdacnC
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) February 12, 2018
A statement from Kensington Palace read, “They hope this short journey will provide an opportunity for more people to come together around Windsor and to enjoy the atmosphere of this special day.”
The palace didn’t disclose whether invitations have already been sent, but those who will attend the wedding will be invited to a reception at St. George’s Hall.
After a break in the late afternoon, there will be a private evening reception given by Harry’s father, Prince Charles.
The palace have also confirmed that Harry and Meghan will be married by the Archbishop of Canterbury The Most Revd. and Rt Hon. Justin Welby. He will conduct the marriage ceremony, but the full service at the chapel will be led by The Rt Revd. David Conner, the Dean of Windsor.
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