With the Royal Wedding just a couple of hours away, and the crowds already getting prime spots around the route of the procession, the palace has released a minute-by-minute official program for the ceremony.
In addition to the schedule, a new portrait of the Kate Middleton and Prince William was also released, which was taken by the famed photographer Mario Testino.
And along with the black and white portrait was a personal message of thanks from the royal couple.
UsMagazine.com reports that the message reads, "We are both so delighted that you are able to join us in celebrating what we hope will be one of the happiest days of our lives. The affection shown to us by so many people during our engagement has been incredibly moving, and has touched us both deeply. We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone most sincerely for their kindness."
In addition to the schedule, a new portrait of the Kate Middleton and Prince William was also released, which was taken by the famed photographer Mario Testino.
And along with the black and white portrait was a personal message of thanks from the royal couple.
UsMagazine.com reports that the message reads, "We are both so delighted that you are able to join us in celebrating what we hope will be one of the happiest days of our lives. The affection shown to us by so many people during our engagement has been incredibly moving, and has touched us both deeply. We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone most sincerely for their kindness."
The Wedding Program (All timings in EST):
Between 3:15 AM and 4:45 AM: The general congregation will arrive at the Great North Door of Westminster Abbey.
From 4:50 AM: Governors-General and Prime Ministers of Realm Countries, the Diplomatic Corps and other distinguished guests arrive at the Abbey.
5:10 AM: The bridegroom and Prince Harry of Wales leave Clarence House for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:15 AM.
5:20 AM: Members of Foreign Royal Families arrive at Westminster Abbey from Buckingham Palace.
5:20 AM: Mrs. Michael (Carole) Middleton and Mr. James Middleton leave the Goring Hotel for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:27 AM.
5:25 AM: Members of the royal family (except those listed below) leave Buckingham Palace for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:30 AM.
5:35 AM: The following members of the royal family leave Buckingham Palace for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:40 AM:
- The Princess Royal and Vice Admiral Timothy Laurence
- The Duke of York
- Princess Eugenie of York
- Princess Beatrice of York
- The Earl and Countess of Wessex
5:38 AM: The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall leave Clarence House for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:42 AM.
5:40 AM: The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh leave Buckingham Palace for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:45 AM.
5:48 AM: The bridesmaids and pages leave the Goring Hotel for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:55 AM.
5:51 AM: The bride, accompanied by Mr. Michael Middleton, leaves the Goring Hotel for Westminster Abbey.
6:00 AM: The marriage service begins. The marriage service will be relayed by audio speakers along the route.
7:15 AM: The carriage procession of the bride and bridegroom with a Captain's Escort of the Household Cavalry, followed by The Queen's procession with a Sovereign's Escort of the Household Cavalry, leaves Westminster Abbey for Buckingham Palace.
7:30 AM: The bride's carriage procession arrives at Buckingham Palace.
7:40 AM: Members of the royal family and members of foreign royal families arrive at Buckingham Palace.
From 7:40 AM: Other guests for the reception arrive at Buckingham Palace.
8:25 AM: The Queen and the bride and bridegroom, together with their families, appear on the balcony.
8:30 AM: Fly past by the Royal Air Force and Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.
