THE people of Redditch celebrated the Royal Wedding with street parties, waving Union flags and afternoon tea, while others were lucky enough to actually attend.

As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle became husband and wife, people across Worcestershire celebrated the wedding in their own way.

Many had street parties or gatherings at home while others got an actual invite.

Olivia Parson, 24, who attended King's School in Worcester was one of six people lucky enough to be invited to the wedding.

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Olivia Parson and mum Carolyn 

All six were invited to Windsor Castle because of the outstanding contribution that they make to their local communities.

Miss Parson, who attended with her mum, said: "It was absolutely amazing, an incredible atmosphere. We had a really good view."

She saw a number of famous faces including George Clooney and David and Victoria Beckham, and the cast of TV show Suits who had performed alongside Meghan Markle in the show.

Miss Parson saw Princes William and Harry arrive at the chapel followed by the bride and saw the couple, now wed, leave in the carriage.

"I was so honoured. It has been such an experience. I feel overwhelmed and humbled and so happy to be part of such an incredible day," she said.

All six were selected from dozens of nominations by the Lord Lieutenant of Worcestershire Lt Col Patrick Holcroft.

The Lord Lieutenant was asked to submit the names of six individuals and their guests to represent the county.

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People also came from far and wide to experience the wedding.

Irene Bowdry, a lawyer from California, was on the 5.50am train from Waterloo to Windsor with four friends from the US.

She said: "My mum actually lives around the corner from Meghan's mum in View Park in Los Angeles.

"We booked as soon as it was announced. An American in the royal family, isn't that so exciting?"

Also on board was German surgeon Ralph Dubitscher, who said he came because "It's the last chance to get a royal wedding for, what, 30 years?"