A touching message from the Duke of Westminster, Hugh Grosvenor, and his fiancée, Olivia Henson, was shared with the public just hours before their grand wedding. The couple said how grateful they were for all the support and well wishes they had gotten on what they called an “incredibly special day.” Their speech showed how important the wedding was to them personally and how much work went into making it a special event.
A Royal Event in Chester
Beginning at noon on Friday, June 7, the service will take place at the famous Chester Cathedral. A lot of people are interested in the event, in part because Prince William is going to be an usher. Prince George will not be there, though, because he has to be at school.
A spokesperson for the Duke and Miss Henson said in a statement, “The Duke and Miss Henson have taken a great deal of care in planning the wedding, putting their own hand on all the details and making a conscious effort to involve local and regional suppliers in many parts of the day.” The Duke and Miss Henson are very excited about the service because today is a very important day for them. The couple is also touched by the words of support they’ve received from people all over the area. They are very thankful that people want to share their happiness.
A Lot of Money and a Future
Hugh Grosvenor, 33, is one of the most famous young lords in the UK. He recently topped The Sunday Times 40 Under 40 Rich List with an estimated wealth of £10.1 billion. Olivia Henson, his bride, is 31 years old and has worked in the sustainable food and drink business for a long time. Most recently, she worked for Belazu, a craft food company in London.
The fact that Chester Cathedral was chosen as the wedding setting is very important to the couple. His family’s home, Eaton Hall, is close by, so the Duke has a strong link to the area.
Specifics of the Ceremony
The wedding will be led by The Dean of Chester, the Very Revd Dr. Tim Stratford, and the speech will be given by The Bishop of Chester, the Right Revd Mark Tanner. Olivia Henson will get to the Cathedral in a beautiful old Bentley from Bentley Motors, Crewe’s Heritage Collection. This car, which was made for W.O. Bentley in 1930, gives the event a touch of old-fashioned luxury.
Arrangements of flowers and sustainability
Because they want to be environmentally friendly, all of the flowers for the wedding service came from the UK. Through the Flowers from the Farm network, which helps small flower growers, the couple chose seasonal flowers from local farmers. Flower & Press will make the flowery designs, which will include wandering roses, philadelphus, campanula, and orlaya grandiflora, among other flowers. Lined with birch trees that were also grown in the area, the Cathedral will have a natural, rustic look.
Many of the flowers will be turned into bouquets and given to local churches, charities, and groups that the Grosvenor family supports after the wedding. The birch trees will be replaced at Eaton Hall, so the party will have a long and positive effect on the environment.
Drinks at Eaton Hall
After the wedding, the newlyweds will have a small party at Eaton Hall for only their guests. The estate is just outside of Chester City Center and has been the Grosvenor family’s home since the 1400s. It makes a beautiful setting for the couple’s parties.
A Day to Remember
The Duke and Duchess of Westminster are getting ready to start their life together as husband and wife. Their wedding day will be a mix of custom, personal touches, and community spirit. The couple’s statement shows how grateful they are for all the help they’ve received and how determined they are to make their big day both special for them and kind to the community and the earth.
The wedding of one of Britain’s richest and most powerful young lords is getting a lot of attention from the public. Olivia Henson’s beauty and grace will make sure that this day is remembered for its class and touching moments.
