The way you look tonight

The IMVC, including, of course, the groom, serenaded the bride in time-honoured fashion

Confetti time

Have you ever seen Ellis look so pleased with himself?

A guard of Mr Bumbles

They dress like this all the time, you know

Some of the chief players

On the steps of St James Garlickhythe

Not such a stupid boy

We none of us thought we'd see the day, but on Saturday 10th February at St James Garlickhythe in the City of London, we finally saw young Pike married. Ellis Charles Pike was taken off the hands of his many friends by the brave Claire Lapworth, in a day of Edwardian splendour, tradition and delight.

A wonderful occasion included beadles providing escort, a magnificent reception at the Guildhall, much music - especially from the Imperial Male Voice Choir (led, of course, by our very own diva Debbie Miles-Johnson); and a superb time was had by all. A small selection of photographs follow...