The Royal Wedding

It's the story the world has waited for. Prince William, heir to the British throne, is to marry Kate Middleton, the archetypal girl-next-door. But what unites this handsome young couple, where did she come from, and what will this marriage mean for the future of the British monarchy? With contributions from close friends, historians, biographers and well known journalists, this documentary reveals their very different backgrounds and upbringings, and traces the moments leading up to their engagement, showing why the pair are so perfect for each other, and so popular with the public.

The intimate story of Britain's royal weddings, from the Queen Mother through to Princess Margaret, told from the point of view of people who were there. Sophie Raworth discovers how traditions began, how weddings change to reflect the changing times, and what it is like to be part of staging an event that is watched by millions.

In 1981, television host and world-renowned designer India Hicks was a teenage bridesmaid when her godfather Prince Charles married Lady Diana Spencer. As the world prepares for the marriage of their son Prince William to Kate Middleton, India takes viewers on a light-hearted personal journey, drawing on her memories as a 13 year old at the heart of the most famous wedding of the 20th century and giving a remarkable insider's preview of what is set to be the wedding of the 21st century. Helping her build this fascinating picture are interviewees including Princess Diana's dress designer David Emanuel, fellow bridesmaid Clementine Hambro, fashion icon Caroline Herrera, and India's mother Lady Pamela Hicks, herself a Royal bridesmaid for the HM the Queen.

Join HRH Prince William and Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey as they celebrate the momentous occasion of their marriage with this 50 minute highlights show. Includes Catherine’s breathtaking arrival at Westminster Abbey, highlights from the ceremony and the traditional balcony appearance at Buckingham Palace.

Beginning with the wedding of Princess Anne to Captain Mark Phillips, this is the intimate story of Britain's recent Royal Weddings, told by the people who were there. Sophie Raworth discovers what it's like to have taken part in some of the most spectacular weddings ever staged. She finds out how the Queen's children have built and adapted the traditions set by the previous generation to reflect changing times.

Join HRH Prince William and Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey as they celebrate the momentous occasion of their marriage. Relive and treasure their special day with this definitive download, containing two hours of coverage from the BBC. Includes Catherine's breathtaking arrival at Westminster Abbey, the full ceremony, the carriage procession and the traditional balcony appearance at Buckingham Palace. BBC Worldwide will donate all proceeds of the distribution rights (after deduction of its own acquisition and distribution costs) from TV, DVD and download-to-own sales of The Royal Wedding to The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry (charity registered in England and Wales registration number 1132048). This is expected to be in the region of £150,000.