Elegant Ceremony Marks Union of Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling
Harriet Sperling radiated elegance as she arrived at All Saints Church in Kemble, Gloucestershire, for her wedding to Peter Phillips, nephew of King Charles. The couple, who confirmed their engagement in August, exchanged vows in a private ceremony attended by close family and friends.
Prominent Royal Attendees Gather for Nuptials
The celebration saw a notable gathering of the Royal Family. Among the guests were King Charles and Queen Camilla, the Prince and Princess of Wales, Zara and Mike Tindall, and the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh. The groom’s mother, The Princess Royal, accompanied by her husband Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, was also present, as was Peter Phillips’s father, Captain Mark Phillips.
Bridal Party Includes Phillips’s Daughters and Sperling’s Daughter
Peter Phillips’s daughters from his first marriage to Autumn Phillips, Savannah (15) and Isla (14), played significant roles as bridesmaids. They were joined in the procession into the church by Ms Sperling’s teenage daughter, Georgina, who walked behind the bride.
Reception to be Held at Gatcombe Park
Following the ceremony, the wedding reception is scheduled to take place at Princess Anne’s Gatcombe Park estate, located in Minchinhampton, where the newlyweds also reside. This estate is a familiar and cherished royal property.
Royal Schedule Includes Epsom Derby
The wedding day coincides with the prestigious Epsom Derby. Following the ceremony, Their Majesties King Charles and Queen Camilla are expected to travel to the racecourse to attend the highlight of the racing season and present the trophy to the winning horse.
Couple’s Public Debut and Relationship Timeline
Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling first appeared publicly together at the Badminton Horse Trials in Gloucestershire in May 2024. Since then, they have been seen at various significant events, including the Royal Family’s Easter service, Royal Ascot, and a charity polo match supporting Prince William. The couple formally announced their wedding date in April, with a statement confirming the details.
Official Announcement Details Wedding Plans
An official statement released at the time of the wedding date announcement read: “Mr Peter Phillips, the son of HRH The Princess Royal and Captain Mark Phillips and Ms Harriet Sperling, daughter of the late Mr Rupert Sanders and Mrs Mary Sanders of Gloucestershire, have today announced their wedding date. The summer wedding will take place at All Saints Church, Kemble, Cirencester on Saturday 6th June 2026 in a private ceremony. Both families have been informed jointly of the wedding date by invitation. Their Majesties The King and Queen, The Prince and Princess of Wales have also been informed of the announcement. Further details will be announced in due course.”
