William, in turn, reminded Harry that he had previously expressed a desire for a “small, quiet wedding.”
This moment sheds light on the differing perspectives of the brothers, with William seemingly leaning toward a more personal and low-key setting, while Harry was skeptical about its practicality.
The Church of St Mary the Virgin in Tetbury, Gloucestershire, is a notable landmark, but whether it could have held the 800 guests from Harry and Meghan’s wedding is uncertain. However, for those intrigued by the idea, it presents an interesting venue option.
Harry shared that he and Meghan initially envisioned a far more private wedding than the grand ceremony the world saw. Their dream was to elope and exchange vows “barefoot in Botswana, with maybe a friend officiating.” However, he admitted, “we were expected to share this moment with other people. It wasn’t up to us.”
In the end, they selected the historic St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle—a 550-year-old venue—for their wedding.
