Harry and Meghan choose open-top carriage for procession
PRINCE HARRY and Meghan Markle have chosen an Ascot Landau carriage to make a “short journey” to allow the public to catch a glimpse of them after their wedding.
The couple will travel in the same carriage Prince Harry used in the procession at the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, when he was on best man duty.
His own procession, on May 19, will use just the one open-topped carriage, meaning the public will not see the Queen, Duke of Edinburgh, Prince of Wales, Duchess of Cornwall, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, or their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
Kensington Palace said: “Prince Harry and Ms Markle are very much looking forward to this short journey, which they hope will be a memorable moment for everyone who has gathered to enjoy the atmosphere.” The procession will begin at 1pm after the wedding service, with the newlyweds driven along Castle Hill, into Windsor town centre before returning along the Long Walk in Windsor Great Park for their reception.
If it rains, the wet weather option is the Scottish State Coach. Built in 1830, a new top was created in 1969 with large windows, and a partial glass roof, to allow spectators to see passengers.
Six horses, Windsor Greys, will be included in the procession. All have been involved in high-profile events before. State cars from the Royal Mews will be used to transport other members of the Royal family on the day.