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The most beautiful Royal Wedding locations

Recently updated on September 1st, 2022 at 02:54 pm

The gown, the glamour, the VIP guests; there’s nothing like a royal wedding to get people talking. Of course, a prestigious royal wedding needs an extraordinary setting, and over the years, British monarchs have tied the knot at some truly magnificent places. Confetti at the ready; here, we reveal the most beautiful royal wedding locations, past and present.

St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle

Royal Wedding Locations St-Georges-Chapel-www.istockphoto.comgbphotost-georges-chapel-windsor-castle-gm92282312-3655184-retosteffenThe venue that the world will be watching in May 2018, St George’s Chapel has seen many-a royal wed their sweetheart over the centuries. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will walk up the aisle of this stunning Gothic chapel in the grounds of Windsor Castle, HRH Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip’s main residence. Seating only 800 guests, it’s more modest than other royal wedding locations, though its incredible vaulted ceiling and ornate gold columns ensure it’s no less dazzling.

St Paul’s Cathedral

Royal Wedding Locations St-Pauls-www.istockphoto.comgbphotost-pauls-cathedral-london-gm503564754-82605155-johnkellermanWho can forget the iconic image in 1981 of Princess Diana walking up the aisle of St Paul’s Cathedral, her endless train elegantly sweeping the red carpet. Until then, it was customary for royals to marry at Westminster Abbey โ€“ in fact, it was 480 years since a royal wed at St Paul’s. Seating 3,500, the vast location ensured the wedding was a guaranteed spectacle. The domed landmark designed by Sir Christopher Wren is a signature part of London’s skyline, and is the UK’s second biggest church.

Westminster AbbeyRoyal Wedding Locations Westminster-abbey-www.istockphoto.comgbphotowestminster-abbey-in-london-gm518675552-90164557-Starcevic

Located in the heart of London, opposite the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey has been the go-to royal wedding location since the 13th century. The Queen and Prince Philip, Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, Prince William and Kate Middleton all exchanged their vows in the spectacular Gothic abbey. With Waterford crystal chandeliers, ornate stained-glass windows and lofty vaulted ceilings, its grandeur has to be seen to be believed. Like St George’s Chapel, Westminster Abbey is a ‘royal peculiar,’ meaning it belongs directly to the sovereign.

Chapel Royal at St James’s Palaceย 

Royal Wedding Locations Chapel-royal-www.istockphoto.comgbphotoantique-londons-photographs-chapel-royal-st-jamess-gm647680782-117563055-ilbuscaAlthough it saw the notable nuptials of Queen Victoria in 1840, St James’s Palace hasn’t seen a royal wedding since 1935, when Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester wed his bride Alice Montagu-Douglas-Scott. Today, smaller events take place here, such as the christening of Prince George. An intimate yet beautiful space with wood-panelled walls and flagstone floors, seating just 40, Chapel Royal was decorated by esteemed 16th century German artist, Hans Holbein.

Experience the pomp and ceremony of British royal wedding locations for yourself by visiting Westminster Abbey and St George’s Chapel on an enthralling Trafalgar trip.

Image Credits: Main image ยฉ iStock/Starevic. St Pauls ยฉ iStock/JohnKellerman. Chapel Royal ยฉ iStock/ilbusca. StGeorge’s ยฉ iStock/restoffern.ย 

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