any port would do

Well, we were on a boat when the wedding was about to happen, but actually pulled into port in time to get to a pub just as Kate was leaving the hotel to head for the church.

The flat screen telly was surrounded by well wishing spectators and apart from a passing spaniel and a single bemused looking tourist, the whole area was watching television.

So we had the 'aahs' for the dress and later the stifled laughter as the ring needed to be slightly screwed on. And next day the communal table was groaning from the weight of newspaper supplements.

Kate and Wills Wedding Rehearsal - That Dress

I thought I'd better preview the upcoming wedding, to help people decide whether to spend a day watching it on television.

Fortunately I managed to get invited to the rehearsal, which included a lubricating Champagne Laurent-Perrier, which had the Prince of Wales crest on it rather than the Queen's.

Anyway, here's the entrance of the bride and groom along with the rather unexpected choice of music, which was 'House of Love'.

Of course, if you watched the T-Mobile phonecam coverage then you'll be intrigued by the backstory which is amply covered by that periodical of integrity, the OK magazine.

As anyone can see, the royal family seemed to be enjoying the event. Roll on the big day.