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Posted on June 6, 2026

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King Charles and Senior Royals Attend Peter Phillips’ Wedding in Kemble

Royal Family Gathers for Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling's Wedding

Event Details

KEMBLE, England June 6 (Reuters) - King Charles and senior British royals gathered at a village in south-west England on Saturday to celebrate the wedding of Princess Anne's businessman son, Peter Phillips, to nurse Harriet Sperling.

Attendees at the Ceremony

Immediate Royal Family

Anne was joined by her husband, Timothy Laurence, at the private ceremony at All Saints Church in Kemble, near Cirencester, by her brother Charles and Queen Camilla, as well as other senior royals including Charles’ son and heir, Prince William, and his wife Kate.

Extended Royal Family

Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice, the daughters of Charles' disgraced younger brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, were also in attendance.

About Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling

Peter Phillips' Background

Phillips, the late Queen Elizabeth II's eldest grandson, is 19th in the line of succession to the British throne. He works as a sports management executive and does not undertake official royal duties.

Harriet Sperling's Profession

Sperling is a paediatric nurse.

Previous Marriage

Phillips' first marriage - to Autumn Kelly - ended in divorce in 2021.

(Reporting by Dylan Martinez, writing by James Davey, Editing by Louise Heavens)

Key Takeaways

  • The low‑key wedding marked a departure from typical grand royal nuptials—held in a Norman parish church seating ~250, with special Church of England permission for two divorced people to marry there. (weddingshub.co.uk)
  • Harriet Sperling, a paediatric NHS nurse and single mother, is seen as a relatable figure whose background enhances the monarchy’s connection to everyday life. (weddingshub.co.uk)
  • Peter Phillips, once fifth but now 19th in line to the throne, continues to play a valued ‘private’ role in the family; both he and Harriet are remarried, reflecting evolving modern royal norms. (en.wikipedia.org)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who got married in Kemble, England?
Peter Phillips, son of Princess Anne, married Harriet Sperling at All Saints Church in Kemble.
Which British royals attended Peter Phillips' wedding?
Attendees included King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William, Kate, Princess Eugenie, and Princess Beatrice.
What is Peter Phillips' relation to Queen Elizabeth II?
Peter Phillips is Queen Elizabeth II's eldest grandson.
Does Peter Phillips have official royal duties?
No, Peter Phillips works as a sports management executive and does not undertake official royal duties.
When did Peter Phillips' first marriage end?
Peter Phillips' first marriage to Autumn Kelly ended in divorce in 2021.

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