Emma's answers to Order of ceremony?

Question

We are getting married at Gretna Green next year but because of the distance we won't be having a rehearsal for the actual wedding so how will we know where everyone has to stand? Do I give my bridesmaid my flowers as soon as I've walked up the aisle?

Answer

Thank you for your email and congratulations on your impending wedding. You may be able to squeeze in a quick rehearsal the day before if you travel up in time. If not then here are the rules:

You should enter the church on your father's right arm. The bride's mother, brothers, sisters and grandparents should seat at the front row of the pews on the left, facing the altar.

The bride's relatives should sit in descending order with the closest ones at the front.
The bride's friends should also seat in descending order on the left with the closest ones at the front.
The groom's mother, brothers, sisters and grandparents should seat in the front row of the pews on the right, facing the altar. Leave some space for the Groom and the Best Man, as they may sit at the front pew while waiting for the wedding ceremony to start.
The groom's relatives should seat in descending order with the closest ones at the front.
The groom's friends should also seat at a descending order with the closest ones at the front.
You will hand your bouquet to your chief bridesmaid when you reach the altar. She will then sit with the other bridesmaids and your immediate family in the first pew.
You should leave the church on your husband's left arm, with your father escorting your mother-in-law, and your father-in-law escorting your mother.