4. The cutting of the cake takes place at the reception. The bride holds the knife and the groom places his hand over hers to cut the cake. This symbolises the plunge the couple has taken, as they embark on a new life together and is one of the major photo opportunities!

6. Originally the bride would cut the cake herself for all the wedding guests, however as wedding cakes became larger and more multi-tiered, it did take the combined efforts of both the bride and groom to cut and serve!

8. Sometimes, the bride and groom may feed each other a slice of cake, and depending on what the couple is like, it may end in a marzipan disaster!