The British royal family came together on Saturday, June 6, 2026, for a heartwarming celebration as Peter Phillips, son of Princess Anne, married Harriet Sperling, an NHS nurse, in an intimate ceremony at All Saints Church in Kemble, Gloucestershire. The event brought together a blend of family, friends, and well-wishers, creating a memorable day for all involved.
The picturesque village of Kemble, nestled in the Cotswolds region, provided a charming backdrop for the nuptials. The church, equidistant from Gatcombe Park—Princess Anne’s estate—and the Sperling family home in South Cerney, was adorned with summer dresses, hats, and traditional attire as guests arrived for the ceremony.
The Royal Guest List
The wedding attracted a notable gathering of royal family members. king charles III and Queen Camilla, along with the Prince and Princess of Wales, graced the occasion with their presence. The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Anne, and Zara Tindall, accompanied by her husband Mike Tindall and their daughters, Mia and Lena, were also among the attendees.
Adding to the royal ensemble were Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, who arrived with their husbands, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi and Jack Brooksbank, respectively. This marked their most high-profile engagement since Christmas, following a period of reduced public appearances due to the scandal surrounding their parents, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson.
A Celebration of Love and Community
The wedding day was filled with excitement and anticipation as members of the public from various parts of the world traveled to witness the royal event. Cheers and shouts of “hip hip hooray” echoed through the village as the bride, Harriet Sperling, arrived with her three bridesmaids, including Phillips’ children Savannah and Isla, and Sperling’s daughter Georgina.
The local community embraced the occasion with enthusiasm. Zoe Fraser, a well-wisher, expressed her excitement, stating, “It’s very exciting having the royal family coming to your village. We’ve known about it for two or three months. We’ve had a special litter pick to clean the village up. There’s been lots of bell-ringing practice, as they’re using local bell ringers.”
Pemil and her daughter Adrielle, originally from the Philippines but now residing in Malmesbury, shared their excitement, saying, “We’re very excited to be here. I’d like to give these flowers to any members of the royals, but particularly Kate.”
A New Chapter for Peter Phillips
Peter Phillips, 48, who is 19th in the line of succession to the British throne, began dating Harriet Sperling in 2026 after his separation from his first wife, Autumn Kelly, in 2026. The couple announced their engagement in August 2026, leading up to their joyous wedding day.
The wedding ceremony at All Saints Church, with its tall spire and quaint brickwork, was a private affair, attended by close friends and family. The event also coincided with the Epsom Derby, where King Charles and Queen Camilla were set to present the trophy to the winner, adding a touch of royal glamour to the day.
As the royal family came together to celebrate this special occasion, it marked a significant moment of unity and joy, bringing together different branches of the monarchy in a beautiful display of love and community spirit.
