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| A representative for the couple said it meant "a lot" for them to marry in Chester |
Thousands of well-wishers gathered in Chester for the wedding of the Duke of Westminster, where the Prince of Wales served as an usher. Hugh Grosvenor, the godson of King Charles III, exchanged vows with Olivia Henson at the city's cathedral.
Despite the absence of Prince George, who could not attend due to a school day, the ceremony proceeded smoothly until its conclusion. However, moments after the newlyweds exited the cathedral, chaos ensued when two women deployed an orange plume from a fire extinguisher-type device, prompting their removal by police.
The Duke of Westminster, 33, is a godfather to Prince George and has connections to the royal family, although Prince Harry did not attend the service. The Duke, regarded as one of the wealthiest individuals in the UK, has an estimated fortune of £10 billion, while his bride, Olivia Henson, hails from the sustainable food and drinks industry.
Olivia arrived in a vintage Bentley, adorned in a dress and veil designed by Emma Victoria Payne, featuring floral motifs passed down from her great-great-grandmother's veil dating back to 1880. She wore a vintage tiara, a tradition for Grosvenor brides crafted by Fabergé, symbolizing myrtle leaves and worn since 1906.
While the protest disrupted the otherwise joyous occasion, the couple remained undeterred. They expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support from the region and emphasized their commitment to involving local suppliers in their celebrations.
The Duke and Ms. Henson's marriage signifies a significant milestone in their lives, rooted in a deep personal connection to Chester. Their contributions to the city's annual Summer Flowers project and the distribution of free ice cream to visitors underscore their dedication to the community and their desire to share their happiness with others.
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