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Detail from a portrait of the marriage of Princess Helena
Royal Weddings

The history of Royal weddings as seen through items in the Royal Collection

Mementos

Weddings are not only to be celebrated, but also remembered. Wedding favours in the forms of bows or rosettes were traditionally worn by members of the public to celebrate such happy ocassions. This high level of interest led to a burgeoning trade in prints and photographs, to allow the public to feel closer to the couple and the occasion.

Within the family, personal mementos were also shared to mark the special day, and many of these poignant objects are still in the Royal Collection.


The income from your ticket contributes directly to The Royal Collection Trust, a registered charity. The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.