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Saying ‘I do’ in a church ceremony? Then check out our list of the very best wedding hymns – from primary school classics to Royal Wedding anthems, we've got you covered.
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A primary school assembly classic, this upbeat favourite will set a joyful tone for your wedding ceremony. Plus, chances are, most guests will know the words already!
A primary school assembly classic, this upbeat favourite will set a joyful tone for your wedding ceremony. Plus, chances are, most guests will know the words already!
If you want a classic tune even your most musically ignorant guest will recognise, then you can't top the Wedding March. It's often used in weddings on films/television.
If you want a classic tune even your most musically ignorant guest will recognise, then you can't top the Wedding March. It's often used in weddings on films/television.
If there’s ever a day to sing about joy in your heart, it’s surely your wedding day. Give Me Joy in My Heart is a much-loved wedding hymn for a reason.
If there’s ever a day to sing about joy in your heart, it’s surely your wedding day. Give Me Joy in My Heart is a much-loved wedding hymn for a reason.
A much-loved childhood hymn, this conjures weekday mornings in the school hall. Packed with stunning spring imagery, this is a great pick for March to May nuptials.
A much-loved childhood hymn, this conjures weekday mornings in the school hall. Packed with stunning spring imagery, this is a great pick for March to May nuptials.
Written in Swedish in 1885, this has become a popular hymn in English speaking countries. It was voted the British public’s favourite hymn by BBC’s Songs of Praise.
Written in Swedish in 1885, this has become a popular hymn in English speaking countries. It was voted the British public’s favourite hymn by BBC’s Songs of Praise.
This was written by Anglican cleric, Henry Francis Lyte and based on Luke 24:29. The biblical meaning of ‘abide’ is more ‘remain’ or ‘stay’ - pretty perfect for a wedding.
This was written by Anglican cleric, Henry Francis Lyte and based on Luke 24:29. The biblical meaning of ‘abide’ is more ‘remain’ or ‘stay’ - pretty perfect for a wedding.
“Lord, bind us together with love” is just one of the lines in this hymn that makes it perfect for a wedding ceremony. A lesser-known but equally powerful choice.
“Lord, bind us together with love” is just one of the lines in this hymn that makes it perfect for a wedding ceremony. A lesser-known but equally powerful choice.
This is a hymn petitioning God’s abiding presence through every moment of the day – something couples may find reassuring as they enter married life.
This is a hymn petitioning God’s abiding presence through every moment of the day – something couples may find reassuring as they enter married life.
Give your guests a dose of nostalgia with this upbeat hymn often featured in school assemblies and children’s services. Beware, it may induce dancing.
Give your guests a dose of nostalgia with this upbeat hymn often featured in school assemblies and children’s services. Beware, it may induce dancing.
Not all hymns were written centuries ago. This contemporary Christian song offers an alternative to historic primary school hits often played at weddings.
Not all hymns were written centuries ago. This contemporary Christian song offers an alternative to historic primary school hits often played at weddings.
“And it’s from the old I travel to the new, keep me travelling along with you” we think this hymn is an adorable way to express the journey newlyweds are about to embark on.
“And it’s from the old I travel to the new, keep me travelling along with you” we think this hymn is an adorable way to express the journey newlyweds are about to embark on.
“So, celebrate with Him today and drink the joy He offers you” this song is full of references to celebration, joy and friends, ideal for your big day.
“So, celebrate with Him today and drink the joy He offers you” this song is full of references to celebration, joy and friends, ideal for your big day.
Jesus turned water to wine at a wedding at Cana, creating a celebration and underlining the resemblance between wedding vows and God’s promise to his worshippers.
Jesus turned water to wine at a wedding at Cana, creating a celebration and underlining the resemblance between wedding vows and God’s promise to his worshippers.
Written in 1986 by British composer David Evans, this was voted in the top ten of the Songs of Praise’s favourite hymns of 2019. We think your guests will love it too!
Written in 1986 by British composer David Evans, this was voted in the top ten of the Songs of Praise’s favourite hymns of 2019. We think your guests will love it too!
This reached number 1 on the Billboard Christian chart. Featuring a majestic opening with gentle piano and guitar, this song will fill your ceremony with wonder.
This reached number 1 on the Billboard Christian chart. Featuring a majestic opening with gentle piano and guitar, this song will fill your ceremony with wonder.
Referring to a “day when happiness sings” this hymn is an easy choice for couples looking for joyful song during their ceremony.
Referring to a “day when happiness sings” this hymn is an easy choice for couples looking for joyful song during their ceremony.
Written in 1864 by Folliott S. Pierpont, the song is inspired by the beauty of the countryside. We think this could be a great pick for those saying ‘I do’ somewhere rural.
Written in 1864 by Folliott S. Pierpont, the song is inspired by the beauty of the countryside. We think this could be a great pick for those saying ‘I do’ somewhere rural.
Written specifically for wedding ceremonies, this hymn wishes fulfilment of hopes to the happy couple along with plenty of love, what could be better?
Written specifically for wedding ceremonies, this hymn wishes fulfilment of hopes to the happy couple along with plenty of love, what could be better?
Published in 1923, this hymn is a relatively new one and a popular choice in the USA. This one might just go down well with family members from across the pond.
Published in 1923, this hymn is a relatively new one and a popular choice in the USA. This one might just go down well with family members from across the pond.
'Hosanna' is a cry of praise or appeal for help from God in Christianity and Judaism. A great choice for couples calling on God to help them on their journey.
'Hosanna' is a cry of praise or appeal for help from God in Christianity and Judaism. A great choice for couples calling on God to help them on their journey.
Jerusalem takes its words from a poem by William Blake and was played at the 2011 wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales - a royally good wedding hymn pick.
Jerusalem takes its words from a poem by William Blake and was played at the 2011 wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales - a royally good wedding hymn pick.
This 19th century hymn calls upon God for guidance and joy, among other things, making it a great choice for those about to embark upon married life.
This 19th century hymn calls upon God for guidance and joy, among other things, making it a great choice for those about to embark upon married life.
“Bless the marriage witnessed now: sign of lives no longer separate, sealed by symbol, bound by vow” this specially written wedding hymn is a timeless choice.
“Bless the marriage witnessed now: sign of lives no longer separate, sealed by symbol, bound by vow” this specially written wedding hymn is a timeless choice.
Written by Charles Wesley in 1747, this is a popular classic. Ideal for royal enthusiasts, this hymn was also played at the nuptials of the Prince and Princess of Wales.
Written by Charles Wesley in 1747, this is a popular classic. Ideal for royal enthusiasts, this hymn was also played at the nuptials of the Prince and Princess of Wales.
Set to a steady drum beat, this calm yet powerful song features rap inspired sections interspersed with Christian rock beats. A unique and unforgettable hymn choice.
Set to a steady drum beat, this calm yet powerful song features rap inspired sections interspersed with Christian rock beats. A unique and unforgettable hymn choice.
Ideal for any brides or grooms in the armed forces, Make Me a Channel of Your Peace is an anthem of the Royal British Legion.And also a certified banger.
Ideal for any brides or grooms in the armed forces, Make Me a Channel of Your Peace is an anthem of the Royal British Legion.And also a certified banger.
Set to the well-known tune of Gustav Holst’s first orchestral suite, The Planets, We Pledge to One Another is perfect for classical music lovers. Or Holst super fans.
Set to the well-known tune of Gustav Holst’s first orchestral suite, The Planets, We Pledge to One Another is perfect for classical music lovers. Or Holst super fans.
Set to composer, John Ireland’s, best-loved tune, English Methodist minister Frederick Pratt Green's words may sound familiar to some of your guests.
Set to composer, John Ireland’s, best-loved tune, English Methodist minister Frederick Pratt Green's words may sound familiar to some of your guests.
A slower yet joyful hymn, this will inject calm into your wedding ceremony. Set to the tune of Laudate Dominium by Mozart, it’s likely to sound familiar too.
A slower yet joyful hymn, this will inject calm into your wedding ceremony. Set to the tune of Laudate Dominium by Mozart, it’s likely to sound familiar too.
If you like As Man and Woman We Were Made's tune but not the words, give this a try. The same music but references to marriage, it might just hit the spot.
If you like As Man and Woman We Were Made's tune but not the words, give this a try. The same music but references to marriage, it might just hit the spot.
Based on Psalm 23, this describes God as a shepherd protecting his flock. A popular and well-known hymn, it won’t take the congregation long to get into this one.
Based on Psalm 23, this describes God as a shepherd protecting his flock. A popular and well-known hymn, it won’t take the congregation long to get into this one.
This romantic hymn describes “a love that will be patient, a love that will be wise” which sounds pretty good for a marriage to us.
This romantic hymn describes “a love that will be patient, a love that will be wise” which sounds pretty good for a marriage to us.
One of the most popular hymns in the English-speaking world, Praise My Soul the King of Heaven was played at the late Queen Elizabeth II’s 1947 wedding.
One of the most popular hymns in the English-speaking world, Praise My Soul the King of Heaven was played at the late Queen Elizabeth II’s 1947 wedding.
This hymn tells of love, care and charity, all great themes for a wedding. A beautiful tune written by Ralph Vaughan Williams, its a wedding favourite for a reason.
This hymn tells of love, care and charity, all great themes for a wedding. A beautiful tune written by Ralph Vaughan Williams, its a wedding favourite for a reason.
Technically a gospel song but we’ll make allowances for this beloved Sunday school belter, this will get everyone in the celebratory spirit.
Technically a gospel song but we’ll make allowances for this beloved Sunday school belter, this will get everyone in the celebratory spirit.
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