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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have set a date for their wedding next year

The royal couple will marry on May 19, 2018, at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have set a date.

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Kensington Palace announced on Friday that the pair will marry on Saturday, May 19, next year at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, Berkshire.

His Royal Highness Prince H... @ Kensington Palace

St George's Chapel has been the site of many royal weddings throughout history, including, most recently, Harry's cousin Peter Phillips' marriage to Autumn Kelly in 2008.

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Many world leaders, politicians, and celebrities were amongst the well-wishers to congratulate the happy couple at the time of the announcement, including Prime Minister Theresa May and even 10 Downing Street's cat, Larry.

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