Harry And Meghan's Wedding: Time Revealed

The wedding of Britain's Prince Harry and actress Meghan Markle took place on Saturday, May 19, 2018, at noon GMT. The ceremony was held inside the ornate St. George's Chapel on the grounds of Windsor Castle, surrounded by 600 of their closest friends, family, and international dignitaries.

The ceremony began at 12 pm GMT

The ceremony began at St. George's Chapel on the grounds of Windsor Castle, with the bride arriving at 11:59 am, and the service commencing at 12 pm. The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, officiated the hour-long Anglican ceremony, which included a sermon from the head of the Episcopal Church, Rev. Michael Bruce Curry.

The ceremony was followed by a carriage procession through the streets of Windsor, with the newlyweds, now the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, riding in an open-top Ascot Landau carriage. The procession lasted about 25 minutes, and the couple then returned to Windsor Castle for a reception in St. George's Hall.

The day's events concluded with a private evening reception hosted by Prince Charles at Frogmore House, with 200 close friends and family in attendance.

The Archbishop of Canterbury officiated the ceremony

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, officiated the ceremony, which took place on Saturday, May 19, 2018, at noon. Welby addressed the claim made by the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, that she and Prince Harry had a secret marriage ceremony in their "backyard" three days before the public event at Windsor Castle. Markle shared this revelation during her tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey.

Welby confirmed that the legal wedding took place on Saturday, adding that he would not disclose what happened during any other meetings with the couple. He emphasised the confidentiality of his interactions with the couple, stating, "If any of you ever talk to a priest, you expect them to keep that talk confidential." Welby also clarified that he signed the wedding certificate, a legal document, and committing perjury would have been a serious criminal offence.

The Archbishop of Canterbury played a significant role in the ceremony, proclaiming the couple husband and wife. The Archbishop joined their right hands together and said, "Those whom God has joined together let no one put asunder." Welby also led the couple in exchanging their wedding vows and rings.

Meghan's father was not in attendance

Meghan Markle's father, Thomas Markle, was not in attendance at her wedding to Prince Harry. Markle confirmed this in a statement released by Kensington Palace, saying:

> Sadly, my father will not be attending our wedding. I have always cared for my father and hope he can be given the space he needs to focus on his health. I would like to thank everyone who has offered generous messages of support. Please know how much Harry and I look forward to sharing our special day with you on Saturday.

Thomas Markle was thousands of miles away in Mexico at the time of the wedding, having pulled out days before due to ill health. He reportedly needed heart surgery. He later told *Good Morning Britain* that he regretted not being able to walk his daughter down the aisle, saying:

> I really wanted to walk her down the aisle... It was a very emotional moment. I regretted it because I really wanted to be there... I can't think of a better replacement than Prince Charles... I was jealous, I wish it was me, but thank God he was there and I thank him for that.

Thomas Markle also revealed that Meghan had always wanted children, and that he imagined Prince Charles was thrilled to walk his daughter down the aisle, as he had always wanted a daughter himself.

In the lead-up to the wedding, Thomas Markle had been caught staging paparazzi photos in Mexico. He later apologised for this, telling *Good Morning Britain* that he had wanted to change his image, as the press had been portraying him in a negative light. He said:

> For the last year, photographs of me were always derogatory... I thought this would be a nice way of improving my look. Well, obviously, that all went to hell. And I feel bad about it... I apologized to [Meghan and Harry] for [that mistake]... I didn't do this for money; I did this to change my image.

Meghan's mother, Doria Ragland, was in attendance at the wedding, and Prince Charles stepped in to walk Meghan down the aisle. Markle said of Charles:

> [Meghan] found such a supportive and loving father in Charles, which has really changed her life for the better... Not a father-in-law but a 'second father.'

The couple exchanged vows and rings

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, officiated the ceremony, during which the couple made the same vows to one another while holding hands.

Harry recited first:

> "I, Harry, take you, Meghan, to be my wife, to have and to hold from this day forward; for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death us do part; according to God's holy law. In the presence of God, I make this vow."

Meghan then made the same vow, saying:

> "I, Meghan, take you, Harry, to be my husband, to have and to hold from this day forward; for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death us do part; according to God's holy law. In the presence of God, I make this vow."

Following the vows, the couple exchanged rings. They both said:

> "I give you this ring as a sign of our marriage. With my body, I honour you, all that I am I give to you, and all that I have I share with you within the love of God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit."

The newlyweds acknowledged 200 people in the cloister before embarking on a carriage procession

The wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was a grand affair, with the ceremony taking place at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, where Harry was christened. The couple was surrounded by friends, family, and international dignitaries, with 600 guests in attendance. The event began at 12 pm GMT, with television coverage starting much earlier.

Following the ceremony, the newlyweds, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, acknowledged the 200 people gathered in the Horseshoe Cloister. This momentous occasion marked the beginning of their journey as a married couple, and they graciously greeted those who had come to share in their joy. The cloister was filled with well-wishers, including representatives from Prince Harry's charities, who had the honour of witnessing this historic moment up close.

After acknowledging the guests in the cloister, the newlyweds embarked on a carriage procession through the town of Windsor. The carriage, known as the Ascot Landau, was horse-drawn, adding a touch of tradition and elegance to the celebration. The procession lasted for about 25 minutes, providing an opportunity for the public to catch a glimpse of the happy couple.

The carriage procession was joined by a travelling escort from the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment, ensuring a safe and memorable journey through the streets of Windsor. The congregation, who had witnessed the ceremony inside the chapel, then made their way to St. George's Hall for the first reception, hosted by the Queen. This marked the conclusion of the public elements of the event, as the newlyweds prepared for their evening reception at Frogmore House.

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