GET ME TO THE CATHEDRAL ON TIME

THE 7th-century York Minster is one of the most important cathedrals in Europe. Among its treasures is the Great East Window, dating from 1408, which is the largest expanse of medieval stained glass in the world.

It is the Minster’s policy not to disclose details of private family occasions, but sources close to Ellie confirm that she is to be married there.

Those who wish to wed at York Minster (pictured right) must obtain a special marriage licence, which will be granted only if they have a ‘present and demonstrable connection’ with the cathedral.

As Caspar’s grandfather is Lord Lieutenant of Yorkshire, this likely wasn’t a problem.

After the ceremony, the newlyweds and their guests will head 15 miles north for the lavish reception. Synonymous with the iconic 1981 TV adaptation of Brideshead Revisited, there are few more romantic settings than Castle Howard. Set in a glorious 8,800-acre estate in North Yorkshire, it is one of the most beautiful stately homes in the UK.

Although Castle Howard declined to comment on the wedding, its website confirms that the house and grounds are closed to the public today for a ‘private event’, and this week has seen the construction of a glass house with a stage and two marquees.

Castle Howard costs a minimum of £15,000 to hire for a wedding, and that’s before you factor in catering, marquees, lighting, alcohol and entertainment.

Starlight Design — a London event design and production company — was this week putting in place the glass house. A similar style of glass house for Pippa Middleton’s wedding cost more than £100,000.

There will be a VIP tent for guests to stay in and golf buggies to drive them around. And, like the bride, the food will be vegan.