Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding is set to be a private affair, according to a source close to the 33-year-old royal.

The insider revealed to Us Weekly that Harry “doesn't want an extravagant ceremony” and that “pomp and pageantry is the last thing he would want”.

The couple are said to be considering St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle as a venue, which would offer some privacy and prevent the day from turning into a media circus.

Despite Harry's wishes for a low-key celebration, his royal family are expected to show their support.

The insider added that there was no question of whether Queen Elizabeth II would attend.

Harry and Markle met in London in July 2016, but their relationship wasn't confirmed until November of that year.

In September 2017, they made their first official appearance together at the Invictus Games in Toronto.

The couple's relationship has been going from “strength to strength”, according to the source.

They share many interests and are looking forward to building a future together.

Markle has previously spoken about the early stages of their relationship, saying that they were “very quietly dating for about six months before it became news”.

There have been rumours of an engagement between the two, but no official announcement has been made.

When they do decide to go public with their news, the couple are expected to hold a small photo call at Kensington Palace, with just one photographer and journalist invited.

They will also do a TV interview that will be syndicated around the world.

Harry and Markle's relationship has been the subject of much media attention since it was revealed.

The actress was previously married to actor Trevor Engelson from 2011 to 2013.

Despite this, the couple have found common ground and are said to be a great match for each other.

The idea of a private wedding is not new for the royal family.

Prince William and Kate Middleton opted for a low-key ceremony at Westminster Abbey in 2011, despite the global interest in their nuptials.