King Charles and Queen Camilla’s 2005 Wedding: Best Photos

Then-Prince Charles and Camilla

Then-Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, depart the civil ceremony where they were legally married at The Guildhall, Windsor on April 9, 2005.
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On April 9, 2005, the future King Charles and Queen Camilla tied the knot in a civil ceremony at Windsor Guildhall, right outside Windsor Castle.

Bride and Groom

Then-Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall at The Guildhall, Windsor on April 9, 2005.

Camilla’s wedding dress for the first ceremony was a white silk chiffon dress, which she paired with a matching coat. She completed the outfit with a wide-brimmed hat by Philip Treacy, decorated with elaborate feathers.

Prince William and Prince Harry

Prince William and Prince Harry on their father’s April 9, 2005 wedding day.
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Prince William and Prince Harry were all smiles making their way to the second ceremony of the day, which was held at St. George’s Chapel (where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle later wed!).

Double Nuptials

Charles and Camilla inside St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle for the Service of Prayer and Dedication for their marriage blessing on April 9, 2005.

Because both were divorced, Charles and Camilla elected to have a civil marriage ceremony followed by a blessing at Windsor Castle instead of a church service.

Wedding Blessing

Charles and Camilla at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle for the Service of Prayer and Dedication for their marriage blessing on April 9, 2005.
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Inside St. George’s Chapel, they were given a blessing by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr. Rowan Williams.

Camilla’s Outfit Change

Camilla arrives at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle on April 9, 2005.

Camilla changed into a floor-length embroidered blue and gold coat over a matching chiffon gown and a dramatic spray of golden feathers in her hair for the second service.

Happily Ever After

Charles and Camilla at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle on their April 9, 2005 wedding day.
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The couple was greeted by excited fans outside the chapel.

Queen Elizabeth’s RSVP

The newlyweds share a laugh with Queen Elizabeth on the way out of St. George’s Chapel.
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The groom’s parents, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, did not attend the civil wedding ceremony. However, both were present at the Service of Prayer and Dedication at St. George’s Chapel.

Cherished Chapel

Charles and Camilla exit St. George’s Chapel following the religious blessing of their marriage on April 9, 2005.
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St. George’s Chapel would go on to host the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan in May 2018.

Formal Portrait

The newlyweds pose for a photo the White Drawing Room at Windsor Castle after the double wedding ceremonies.

The newlyweds were all smiles after the ceremony in this photo taken in the White Drawing Room at Windsor Castle.

Family Photo

Then-Prince Charles and Camilla with their families in the White Drawing Room at Windsor Castle on April 9, 2005.
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Family photo time! Charles posed with his two sons and parents, while Camilla’s father, Bruce Shand, and her two children, Laura and Tom Parker Bowles, also joined in the celebrations.

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