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The Day Has Arrived
13.30
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge kissed twice on the balcony to the delight of tens of 1000's of onlookers. A formal reception hosted by the Queen for 650 will now begin with a less formal reception later for 350 hosted by The Prince of Wales.
The couple looked at ease during the fly pasts and chatted with one another as they waved to the crowds. There was the expected huge roar from the crowd as William and Kate were presented to the world as a new element to the Royal family. It is a great day for the Monarchy and for Britain, as the nation shares with pride this joyous event.
13:00
The Earl and Countess of Strathearn: Royal couple's Scottish titles revealed. And Prince William and Kate Middleton have been given the titles of Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to mark their wedding today.
12:10
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge take the Recessional to greet their guests and crowds gathered outside.
11:44
Both Prince William and Catherine Middleton have made their vows and pledged their troth to one another. It is clearly obvious that William intends to protect and care deeply for his wife as he is seen to gently take her hand to help her kneel to pray, before he takes his own position at the altar. It is without doubt that this is a marriage of love, and we at White Wedding Pages send our sincerest wishes of happiness to this lovely couple. We are proud of the way the nation has come together behind this young couple, who embark on what is ultimately a challenge, being part of the Royal family.
"Good Luck to you both and may the joy you feel today last for an eternity"
11:20
"I pronounce that they be man and wife." Kate and William have now exchanged vows and are man and wife.
11:08
Prince William whispers 'beautiful' to Kate as she stands next to him.
11:04
Prince William and Harry make their way to the altar, with William taking a deep breath and breathing out those nerves he must be feeling.
10:55
Five bridesmaids and two pageboys will escort Kate. Bridesmaids are wearing white and pages are very elegantly dressed in red and gold military and white trousers. Kate and her father are traveling down Whitehall, with just two minutes to go.
Silk tulle in ivory with no gathers, with French Chantilly Lace forms the dress. But we won't know who designed it till she leaves the car. Kate is wearing a simple diamond tiara with her hair flowing. Her father Micheal is beaming with pride after he no doubt has said his sweet goodbyes to his daughter as he prepares her to become a future Queen.
AND IT IS AN ALEXANDER McQUEEN!, by Sarah Burton.
The tiara has been loaned to Kate by the Queen herself. Kate's shoulders are covered and the train is shorter than expected but fits perfectly with the dress.
Final adjustments now take place with the train as she prepares to walk towards Prince William and become his wife.
10.53
Delicate veil and lots of detailed lace. Hair is flowing, and she waves with a brilliant smile to everyone cheering her.
10.51
Kate is just leaving with her father, Micheal. Kate is veiled with sleeves heavily laced. Already she looks stunning yet we can't see too much detail. And she off...
10.50
We're waiting...! Kate will be coming soon. Oooh... what will the dress be like?
10.48
Queen and Duke of Edinburgh have celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary this year, making Elizabeth II the longest monarch to reach this time married.
10.44
With minutes to go, the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall arrive at the Abbey.
10:41
Queen and Duke of Edinburgh are on their way. The Queen: who celebrated her 80th birthday last week is wearing yellow by Angela Kelly and accessories in beige. 1000's of flags are waived at her as she travels down Whitehall. Of course, next year is the Diamond Jubilee for the Queen, when I'm sure we'll have more street parties and days off.
10:38
Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall leave Clarence House. The Duchess is wearing an outfit in champagne, designed of Anna Valentine.
10.37
The Royal family members arrive at Westminster.
10.35
The Duke of York and Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie are leaving the palace.
10.32
Carol Middleton looks stunning in her pale pearly blue suit. Always a very slim lady, Carol is understood to be very calm, but will have a little tissue in her purse as she watches her daughter marry prince William is just a few moments time.
10.30
The general members of the Royal Family are now leaving Buckingham Palace in four silver mini buses.
10.25
Kate's mum, Carol Middleton is now leaving. As the Mother of the Bride, she has chosen a sky blue wool crepe dress by Catherine Walker.
10.24
Both Princes have moved into St. Edmund's Chapel. A traditional, private area, behind the high altar, where no doubt the two will check if the all-important 'ring' is safely in Harry's pocket.
10.20
Both Princes are now walking down the naive towards the altar. William is greeting a few friends and acquaintances. Harry is speaking with Earl Spencer and his children, who have been great friends over the years.
10:17
Both Princes are traveling now down Whitehall, past Downing Street, waving and smiling generously to the crowds. The bells at Westminster can be heard ringing to announce the arrival of Prince William. Prince William is resplendent in Red and his Garter Sash. Both looking a little nervous as they are greeted by the Dean of Westminster.
10:13
Prince William is now leaving for Westminster, wearing a splash of red and striking blue sash, in the uniform of his position as Colonel of The Irish Guards. Harry is wearing the uniform of an Officer of The Household Guards.
09:47
Richard Ward and James Pryce are responsible for Kate's hair, and many other of the guests for the wedding too. James Pryce has been looking after Kate's hair for many years, and says that Kate has been lovely to work with since she was a teenager. Whether the hair is up or down, there was a little little slip in the interview that may give a clue: Richard stated that he was holding the 'clips' for James as he practised many times with Kate's styling for the wedding! Maybe - a 'up' style then. Can't wait to see if there is a tiara within the style. It's likely that one from the Crown Jewels will be offered to Kate.
09:41
The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, has proudly announced that he is wearing a suit hired from Moss Bros in London, and that his wedding gift to the couple is a tandem bicycle
09:33
Extraordinary flag-waving is going on along the route that the Royal carriages will take to Westminster Abbey. There is nothing, in the world to compare with the Brit's willingness to celebrate it's Royal Family. This is an occasion where everyone feels an invited guest. The nation has a particular love for Prince William, starting with the film footage and photographs of him as a baby and small boy with his mother, Princess Diana. She was loved by all and that love appears to have transferred loyally to her two sons.
09:25
It's expected that over 2 billion people will tune in and watch the Royal Wedding. Prince William and Prince Harry are expected to leave Clarence House within a few minutes. Prince William, who is a very private person, is said to be excited at meeting and greeting the crowds, friends and family before the ceremony.
09:21
Guests are pouring in now through the north transept. Fashionistas from the world of celebrity and family and friends of William and Kate are taking their seats, and chatting to each other.
09:13
Beckhams have apparently just arrived. Victoria wearing navy blue and looking wonderfully stylish. Of course Victoria and David are expecting their fourth child, so the dress Victoria is wearing is loosely fitted, and as expected looks wonderful. Guests from Kate's home town and many friends are also on the guest list.
09:11
Still lots of secrecy over the designer of the royal wedding dress. Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen seen arriving at the Goring hotel last evening points to this being the front runner. But no one is ruling out Sophie Cranston.
09:08
The black Rolls Royce has arrived at the Goring hotel to carry Kate Middleton and her father to the Abbey.
08:55
Westminster Abbey is over 1000 years old. But here's an important fact: only 15 Royal weddings have previously taken place in the Abbey, over the past ten centuries. William and Kate's is just number 16. Now that's an exclusive venue.
08:53
Guests about to arrive are Sir Elton John and partner David Furnish, plus David and Victoria Beckham. Prince William and Prince Harry are thought to be leaving Clarence House early to make their way to the Abbey so that they can spend time mingling with family and friends.
08: 46
Cars will carry guests from Buckingham Palace and a carriages will bring everyone back.
08:44
Still no revelation on who has designed Kate's wedding dress. Mystery will surround the dress right up to the moment Kate leaves the carriage at the Abbey doors. A canopy has been placed over the walkway at the Goring hotel, to keep the secret till the very last moment.
08:42
It's thought that there is a 20% chance of rain in London around the time Kate Middleton will be arriving at Westminster Abbey, increasing to 30% when the Queen and Prince Philip, bride and bridegroom, and family members will appear on the balcony.
08:40
The the Abbey doors are now open and the first of William and Kate's wedding guests are arriving. Victoria and David Beckham are thought to be amongst those in the first throng.
1 Day To Go
15:40
No 'obey' from Kate. It has been announced that instead, Kate will 'love, comfort, honour and keep' Prince William.
15:40
In the remaining few hours before the big day, both Prince William and Kate Middleton have taken the time out to say thank you and that they have been 'incredibly moved' by the messages of support, affection and wishes of good luck since their engagement was announced.
13:56
Kate Middleton leaves Westminster Abbey after her final dress rehearsal to cheers from the onlooking crowds gathering outside.
13:24
Yet more 'invitation' news. Dr Sami Khiyami, the Syrian ambassador, has had his invite withdrawn following pressure from the Foreign Office.
11:24
Pop star Ellie Goulding has been announced as a singer at the wedding reception. The 24 year old from Hereford lists hearing the Prince describe her performance as 'brilliant' was a career highlight so far.
11:06
Jack Straw has expressed his surprise at the decision not to invite former Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Gordon Brown to the wedding. A number of Labour figures have questioned why this has occurred while former Conservative PM's Sir John Major and Baroness Thatcher have received invitations.
2 Days To Go
18:15
It has emerged that Kate Middleton's engagement ring sapphire came from Sri Lanka. The ring was originally given to the Prince's mother, Princess Diana in 1981.
12:36
No Royal Wedding screening in Belfast. Belfast will be the only UK capital not to show the the wedding in a public manner.
3 Days To Go
Well it's just hours till the Royal Wedding on Friday, and lots of news coverage is going on already. The BBC have posted a general itinerary of the comings and goings of the day, and here's a snippet....
Prince William and Prince Harry leave Clarence House for Westminster Abbey at 1010.
The mother of the bride, Carole, and brother, James, leave the Goring Hotel for Westminster Abbey at 1020.
1038 - The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall leave Clarence House for Westminster Abbey.
1040 - The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh leave Buckingham Palace for Westminster Abbey.
1051 - The bride, and her father Michael, leave the Goring Hotel for Westminster Abbey.
1100 - The marriage service begins.
1215 - The carriage procession of the bride and bridegroom with a captain's escort of the Household Cavalry, followed by the Queen's procession with a sovereign's escort of the Household Cavalry, leaves Westminster Abbey for Buckingham Palace.
And the all-important one, at 13.15 The Queen, the bride and bridegroom, together with their families, appear on the balcony.
Enjoy!