Call us on

01268 560 555

The Chichester Hotel - Weddings & Conferences BOOK NOW
    • HOME
    • ABOUT US
    • BEDROOMS
    • RESTAURANT & PRIVATE DINING
    • WEDDINGS
    • CELEBRATIONS
    • CONFERENCES & EVENTS
    • OUTDOOR CATERING
    • WAKES AND CELEBRATIONS OF LIFE
    • WHAT’S ON
    • BLOG
    • CONTACT US

    Connect with us

back

The Wedding Procession

May 4, 2018

The traditional wedding procession explained.

Here comes the bride and everyone else too………

With the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle just around the corner, we are all waiting with baited breath to see Meghan in her wedding dress and all the other beautiful outfits worn by the mother of the bride through to all the VIP guests that have been invited.

An Essex wedding isn’t any different….

We all anticipate the moment the blushing bride walks down the aisle, but as with the Royal Wedding there will be notable VIP members at your wedding party who will be playing important roles on your day.

Below you will see the traditional wedding procession, it will help you ensure everyone is well rehearsed for their walk down the aisle.

Mother of the bride

Enters first, signalling the start of the procession, once at the front, she would sit to the left.

Groom

Following the mother of the bride, the groom would traditionally enter and take position at the front of the aisle with his best man.

Bridesmaids

Would follow before maid of honour, who is responsible for assisting the bride with her dress making sure the bride is prepped and also hold the bouquet during service.

Flower girls

Last to enter before the bride, usually with a basket of petals, scattering them as she walks behind.

Father of the bride & bride

Last, and the most exciting part, is the bride, traditionally escorted down the aisle by her father who ‘gives her away’ and shakes the groom’s hand to give him his blessing.

 

The romance of our beautiful Essex Barn lends itself to the wedding procession perfectly, with its high vaulted ceilings and traditional beams it is the perfect setting.

To book a show round or for more information, please email sales@thechichesterhotel.co.uk

Weddings

Your dream rustic country wedding reception is waiting for you at The Chichester Hotel – a historic barn wedding venue and hotel in Wickford, Essex. Our dedicated wedding planners will help you fulfil your heart’s desires.

Rooms

Our rooms at The Chichester Hotel offer the warmth and comfort of a boutique…

Meetings

Our exquisite event spaces and function rooms are available daytime and evenings for corporate meetings and conferences.

What's on

The Chichester Hotel hosts unique events throughout the year, including jazz nights, murder mystery, comedy evenings, tribute acts, and much, much more.

Recent tweet

The Chichester HotelFollow

The Chichester Hotel
ChichesterHtlThe Chichester Hotel@ChichesterHtl·
11 Feb

With Valentines Day just a couple of days away... we cant wait to hear from all the newly Engaged couples about holding their special day with us...take a look at a recent Wedding from December 2018 to see our... https://t.co/PqBhCUgfz9

Reply on TwitterRetweet on TwitterLike on TwitterTwitter
ChichesterHtlThe Chichester Hotel@ChichesterHtl·
6 Feb

***********SPECIAL MOTHERS DAY OFFER*********
Mother’s Day is just around the corner; Sunday 31st March and it’s time to treat Mum and make her feel special for a day.

Take advantage of our early bird offer; book... https://t.co/pgW3oiX0YS

Reply on TwitterRetweet on TwitterLike on Twitter1Twitter
ChichesterHtlThe Chichester Hotel@ChichesterHtl·
2 Feb

We are looking for a part time breakfast chef 12-16 hours per week to join our Kitchen team shifts = 6-10am x 3 and 730-1130am x 1

Please email CV to general.manager@thechichesterhotelwickford.co.uk for details

Reply on TwitterRetweet on Twitter6Like on Twitter6Twitter
ChichesterHtlThe Chichester Hotel@ChichesterHtl·
31 Jan

We are looking for a part time receptionist 16 hours a week. Must be able to work Saturdays please email reception@thechichesterhotelwickford.co.uk for details.

Reply on TwitterRetweet on Twitter4Like on Twitter4Twitter
ChichesterHtlThe Chichester Hotel@ChichesterHtl·
30 Jan

https://t.co/qd96cK6Gie

Reply on TwitterRetweet on Twitter1Like on TwitterTwitter
Load More...

Connect with us

Send over your email and we’ll keep you updated.

© The Chichester Hotel. All rights reserved.  | Sitemap  | Data Protection Policy  | GDPR Privacy Notice.