Football Marrying Mum and Dad

This is Marrying Mum and Dad,

where you get to organise your parents' wedding day!

That means you're in charge.

-BOTH:

-Yeah!

You can do whatever you want!

THEY LAUGH

Mum and Dad have no idea what you're planning.

You've only got a few weeks to do it all.

Are you ready for it?

Oh, we got a DeLorean!

Are your parents ready for it?

It's pretty scary.

Will the day be filled with chaos...

CHEERING

..or confetti?

Go!

On today's show we've got two eager siblings

ready to kick-start the wedding of all weddings!

Yes!

-BOTH:

-Best... Thing... Ever!

It's going to be an action-packed,

high-flying extravaganza.

But at full-time will we see tears of defeat...

..or roars of a home win?

As Mum and Dad shoot their way into wedded bliss.

CHEERING

We're about to find out cos we're Marrying Mum and Dad.

Welcome to Marrying Mum and Dad, the show where the kids take charge

and plan everything for their parents' wedding day.

It's all kept secret from Mum and Dad until the big day.

We're here to help the wedding planners along the way,

but it's up to them to make it a success.

We're in Bedfordshire for the ultimate fixture,

a wedding, Marrying Mum and Dad style!

Woo-hoo!

Meet brother and sister, Louis and Freya, who love monkeying around.

Hi, I'm Freya, I'm eight and I'm the comedian of the family!

Hi, I'm Louis, I'm 11 years old,

I love football and that is my mum and dad!

Louis and Freya live with Mum, Kellie

and Dad, Steve.

They're a family always looking for the next adventure.

We've done bungee jumping while we were in Australia.

We also went scuba diving.

We had the opportunity to fly a little two-seater plane.

I could spot our house, it was really cool.

So, we're going to need some thrills and spills

to keep them on their toes!

Mum and Dad have been planning to get married for ages.

Christmas day 1998 that we got engaged.

-That was a very long time ago, now.

-A very long time ago.

14 years, to be precise!

We're desperate for Mum and Dad to get married.

I think it's really exciting that we're finally getting married.

Erm, it's mildly terrifying that the kids are organising it.

-FREYA:

-If we don't do it, they'll never get around to doing it!

It's the family's biggest challenge yet.

There's so much to do and so little time.

Yeah, Louis and Freya need to pick a theme.

-A venue.

-Er, transport.

-Entertainment.

-A wedding cake.

And, of course, Mum and Dad's outfits.

We'd better find the family and get cracking.

Before we can get planning,

Mum and Dad need to hand over control.

Ladies, gentlemen and terrified camera and sound operators,

we are gathered here up in the air to mix things up a bit.

Mum, do you allow your children to completely

and utterly organise a wedding day you will never forget?

I do.

And do you, Dad,

accept that you will have absolutely no say in what goes on?

I do.

Then Louis, Freya, by sliding down this zip wire

you will become officially 100% in charge!

See you later, suckers!

And we're off to a bumpy start!

I thought this might be a good opportunity while your mum and dad

are up there to find out what the theme of the wedding is going to be.

-Yeah, we're dying to know. Tell us. BOTH:

-Football!

-That's a great one!

-That's excellent.

-We haven't had football yet.

-Why football?

Because, like, our family sort of revolves around football.

So, that's our theme sorted.

We're going football crazy for this football-crazy family!

Any ideas where it's going to take place?

-We have a great idea. Follow us.

-Lead the way.

Louis and Freya have brought us to their local football club.

So, we're going to have the wedding here?

-This is a stadium. The Armadillo.

-OK.

-The Armadillo Stadium.

-It's not quite Old Trafford, but it'll do.

-It's great!

The family are keen supporters of their local team, Arlesey Town.

Are you here every Saturday?

I am.

Our wedding planners have a great idea

for where the ceremony could take place.

So this is where we are going to have the wedding.

Right here?

You want to have the wedding right in the middle of the football pitch?

-What if it rains?

-Then we'll put it under a tepee or something.

-An Indian tepee.

-Very football-themed.

So you are dead set on the wedding being here?

-BOTH:

-Yes!

-Decision made.

-Yay!

-One nil!

-Yay!

The venue is supposed to be a surprise,

so there's one question I need to ask.

So, if your mum and dad come here all the time

how are we going to keep it a secret on the way to the wedding?

-They know the route.

-My granddad is going to

pick my mum and dad up, and then he's going to drive them

to a muddy field. They're going to get in a Zorb...

-What?!

-Roll down a hill in a Zorb

to a helicopter,

then they're going to fly across to here.

Sports car, Zorbs, helicopter.

That will really confuse them.

-That is the craziest...

-That's brilliant.

..route to a wedding I've ever heard in my life.

What I want to know is why... Why Zorbs?

-It's fun.

-It's fun, and my mum does not like spinning things.

-MUM:

-I'm not very good with rides and things that make me spin,

make my head move, because I just get terribly travel sick.

Poor mum has no clue what's coming her way.

What have you got here?

Lots of designs, and this one is a...

And the ideas just keep flowing.

Here is a scarf design.

All the guests can wear them and go, "Aaah!"

-You made your own football scarf?

-Yeah.

-That's great!

Could you help us find a place to make these?

Yes, they exist, don't they, places that make scarves.

-I'm sure we can find one.

-Have you got a job for me, as well?

-Yes, would you help me with the dress?

-The dress for Mum?

-Yep.

-Mum's not going to be in a football kit?

-No.

So, a strapless dress with flowers over the strap.

Yeah, like blue flowers.

Now we've got a game plan, let's get cracking!

First up - transport.

Louis and Freya are planning to send Mum and Dad on a wild goose chase

to the venue, starting with Granddad's sports-car.

-We would love it if you could pick Mummy up for the wedding.

-Yep.

-You've got to keep this a very big secret.

-Of course I will.

Don't tell anybody else.

As well as granddad's sports car and Zorbs,

Louis and Freya want Mum and Dad to arrive in style.

So we're going helicopter shopping. Yes, helicopter shopping.

Let's start with this one, what do you think?

-It's a bit too small.

-A bit cramped.

What? No, this is the perfect size.

You've got your mum, dad, pilot and me.

But we want to go in it as well.

-Is this whole thing just an excuse for you to go in a helicopter?

-Yeah.

This helicopter costs £6.5 million.

-BOTH:

-Best... Thing... Ever!

-Are you a captain?

-I am. Hi, guys.

-Hi.

Any questions you want to ask the captain?

How fast will it go, exactly?

Oh, it'll be doing about 135 knots,

and to you and me that's about 150 miles an hour.

-Wow!

-Is that how fast they go?

-It is, yeah.

-Wow.

-Nice.

I think I've done pretty well.

-So, you like this helicopter, don't you?

-Yeah.

I think the transport's done.

Helicopter away!

Transport sorted. Next up it's Mum and Dad's outfits.

Our wedding planners have definite ideas for the outfits.

So I've been scouring the internet to find a wedding dress

that matches their design.

-Are you happy with this one?

-Yep.

-I really like that, as well.

Dress designer, Christine,

will customise it for the football-themed day.

We've got one strap and on it there's light blue flowers.

So that's Mum sorted, what about Dad?

Dad's outfit. So, we've got...

Louis and Freya want Dad to look smart, but haven't decided

how to give his outfit a football twist without revealing the theme

too early.

Our wedding planners want to make a football scarf

for the guests to wave on the day.

So I've brought them to one of the leading scarf factories

in the country, where they make scarves for top Premiership clubs.

How many of these in a day?

-About a thousand.

-Wow!

-A thousand, wow.

Wow, they're, like, almost the same.

Louis and Freya already have a design in mind with the number 14,

for the number of years Mum and Dad have been engaged.

The machines have been programmed, so let's get knitting.

Kick off in five, four, three, two, one, go!

The scarves are hot off the loom...

Wow!

..but before they're sewn up, Louis and Freya

want to pop a special note inside Mum and Dad's scarves.

Now what have you written, then?

Well, I've written that he's the greatest dad.

He's always there for us

and when we get upset he's just there and he helps us through it.

-What about yours? That's for your mum, then?

-Yeah.

I've written this because 14 years is loads,

and she's had to put up with us as well,

and you've got to give her credit for that.

I give her a lot of credit for that.

With the notes safely inside...

Goodbye.

..the factory works furiously to get all of the scarves finished.

Can you wrap my Christmas presents for me?

Come on!

Outfits done, but we've still got so much to do before the big day.

Louis and Freya are already at half-time

organising Mum and Dad's football extravaganza day.

-As well as deciding the theme...

-BOTH:

-Football!

That's a great one!

..they've also sorted the venue,

transport and outfits.

Nanny and Granddad are in on the surprise...

-ALL SHOUT:

-Get out! Get out!

..but Mum and Dad still don't have a clue about anything.

They've been doing some drawings.

I don't know what they are,

but she's created a sheet for the top that says,

"Nosy parents, keep out."

There's just one week left to the ceremony

and we still need to tackle the cake,

but next up it's the entertainment.

Oh, sick!

Keen footballer Louis wants to showcase his football skills

on the big day.

So I've brought him to meet world champion football freestyler,

John Farnworth.

Hi, Louis, how you doing? You all right?

John and his crew certainly have a few tricks up their sleeves.

The Limitless Crew have an impressive routine that Louis

and his friends can perform with them on the big day.

-That is amazing.

-Do you think you can teach us any of that?

Definitely. You're going to have to practise a little bit,

-but we'll teach you the best way.

-Are you ready to have a go?

-ALL:

-Yeah.

-Come on, then.

So you're going to grab the ball between your ankles,

you jump up and then catch. Probably the best way to start.

-Louis, after you.

-Come on, Louis. Just relax.

-Off you go. Yes, good lad!

-Excellent.

And the lads attempt to show me a few ball skills.

-Roll it onto your foot and...

-You make that look so easy.

I know, but you'll be able to do it no problem.

-Just roll it back...

-Roll it back and try and put your foot...

-Not bad, Naomi, not bad.

-Thank you.

Louis and his mates are getting the hang of it.

I can't wait to see the final performance on the big day.

-It's Sir Alex Ferguson!

-Oh, hello, Freya, hello, Louis.

Freya, the comedian of the family,

really wants to bring a touch of comedy to the football-themed day.

So we've hired impressionist Darren Farley to help out.

Yeah, of course, it's been a real tough game.

With nearly three million hits on YouTube, Darren is the go-to man

for sports impersonations.

With Darren's help...

David. Are you all right?

..Louis and Freya film a comedy sketch to play at the wedding.

So, Wayne Rooney?

-Want some?

-No.

Ed and I have a surprise for the family.

We've lined up a football superstar to introduce the sketch.

That's the entertainment sorted. Next up - the cake.

Louis and Freya have come to lend a hand

to cake-maker extraordinaire, Emma.

What are you two like?!

And they have a winning design in mind for the wedding cake.

-This will be silver.

-It's a trophy, then?

-Yeah.

-And we'd have our mascot, the armadillo...

-At the top, like, "Hi!"

-Like, "Hi!"

-OK, what, made of icing or something? Yeah.

How do you feel about making an Armadillo out of icing?

I've never been asked to make an armadillo,

but there's always a first time.

That's going to be excellent.

With the cake done, that's the last thing on our list. Yes!

It's been a frantic few weeks, but Louis and Freya have done

an amazing job at organising Mum and Dad's football frenzy big day.

They've found a stadium-sized venue,

and designed scarves to wave on the day.

They've arranged some slick half-time entertainment,

and a league-topping cake.

Mum's dress is sure to score with the fans too,

and at the last minute we're making a huge football hat for Dad.

We've even added their local club's mascot - an armadillo.

Louis and Freya are thrilled with their plans.

Let's hope Mum and Dad feel the same.

So, the big day has finally arrived.

Time for Louis and Freya to put all of their plans into place,

because Mum and Dad are getting married today!

I've got my football shirt on, ready.

But until Mum and Dad find out the theme - best keep that hidden.

At the venue, preparations are in full swing

to create a football-tastic space. It just needs to be ready in time.

Aah, good morning, wedding planners!

Look, I brought the outfits, so let's go and deliver these.

In you go.

Meanwhile, I'm in field. A very cold field...

Pretty soon Mum and Dad are going to be Zorbing

and helicoptering their way to their fun-filled football festivities.

Hang on, Ed, we'll be there soon.

Look at you two! You're looking awesome. How are you feeling today?

-Feeling awesome.

-Are you? You look absolutely beautiful.

Your hair's amazing. Give us a twirl.

Louis and Freya don't want Mum and Dad to guess the theme

until they get to the venue, so they're covering up.

Cover it all up so they can't see.

But will they find any clues when they see their own outfits?

-Oh! You look amazing!

-Nice!

One, two, three! Take them off...now!

-Ooh!

-Ooh! Wow, look at that!

Oh, wow! That is gorgeous! Well done!

Is that what you thought you'd be wearing?

No. That's amazing. That's so pretty.

So, have you got any guesses of the theme?

I've got a sneaky suspicion looking at those colours...

Oh, no, Naomi! Has Dad guessed too soon?!

They look like Arlesey Town colours to me.

They do look like Arlesey Town colours.

-LOUIS IMITATES WRONG ANSWER BUZZER

-Well deflected, Louis!

Well, we will reveal the theme soon enough,

but first we've got to take you on a little journey.

And the first part of the journey will be

in Granddad's vintage Triumph Stag.

Wow, look at that!

Louis and Freya really wanted Granddad to be involved.

And it's tears of joy from Mum.

Wow, look at that.

Are you all right? Are you OK? Is this a dream for you?

-This is what you wanted?

-Yeah.

Mum and Dad think they're on their way to the ceremony,

and they are...kind of.

But first we're going to throw them off the scent

of the football-themed day by sending them miles

in the opposite direction to the stadium.

-Where are we going?

-I've no idea.

And it's the perfect day to have the top down, at an Arctic minus four.

Beautiful day, isn't it?!

Mum and Dad haven't got a clue where they are or what's going on.

Right, where are we going?

In a matter of minutes, they're going to be rolling across

these fields in these Zorbs here.

Now, one of Mum's fears is being spun around.

So, will she have a ball?

Or end up as sick as a parrot?

Well, we're about to find out as Mum and Dad arrive at the field.

-It's those funny ball things.

-Oh, no!

They want you to be the first bride to Zorb to their wedding day.

I'm not very good with riding things that make me spin,

make my head move, because I just get terribly travel sick.

-So, shall we get you inside, then?

-Yeah.

-Let's do it!

Let's hope Mum isn't sick on her wedding dress!

Three, two, one, go!

Go on, Daddy! Go on, Mum!

Dad's giving it some!

Come on, Mum!

Mum seems to be getting the hang of it, too.

Oops! Spoke to soon.

Dad's really hit his stride, and he hasn't even noticed Mum's gone down.

Use the other hand, here we go.

But not to be beaten, Mum gives it one last push down the hill.

That's it!

I don't think Mum and Dad are going to be expecting

the next mode of transport.

-BOTH:

-Helicopter time!

Oh, I love it!

Louis and Freya go to get the chopper,

and find they've been upgraded to a helicopter

used by celebrities like Beyonce.

Back in our very cold field

Mum and Dad still have no idea what's on the horizon.

Steve, Kellie, it's time to reveal

the third leg of your journey to your wedding.

Have a look over at the horizon.

Oh, it's a helicopter.

It hasn't clicked yet.

How cool would that be, though?

It will be, Mum, don't you worry!

There's Mum and Dad!

I wonder who could be inside.

Is that really coming for us?

No way!

They have actually organised a helicopter

to take you to your wedding, yes.

-No way!

-Oh, fantastic!

-That is so cool!

-Hello!

-Hello!

Mum and Dad are blown away by the helicopter.

-Are you ready to get married?

-BOTH:

-Yes!

Parents on board, we're ready for take off.

-BOTH:

-Pilot, take Mum and Dad to the wedding!

The wild goose chase plans have really paid off

as Mum and Dad still don't know the final destination.

Do you know where we're going?

-Yeah!

-Are you going to tell us?

-No!

They have no idea that ten miles away

Arlesey Town stadium is filling up with their friends and family.

And then a giant home-made sign reveals the venue to Mum and Dad.

Wow! Awesome!

The guests are eagerly waiting with their football scarves

for the bride and groom.

Look, they're all waving!

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Look at what they're holding up!

-We made you scarves.

-Oh, wow!

And Mum's turned on the waterworks again!

Mum and Dad now know the football theme.

Unleash the football shirts!

They get their accessories,

including their scarves containing Louis and Freya's notes.

OK, everybody, it's time to kick off, Marrying Mum and Dad style.

MUSIC: "Someone Like You" by Adele

-I give you this ring.

-I give you this ring.

-As a symbol of my love for you.

-As a symbol of my love for you.

By virtue of the trust you have placed in me,

I declare you're partners for life.

And you may kiss the bride!

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Back of the net!

Let's get celebrating.

It's time for Louis to put on the first half of today's entertainment.

So, please, everyone, let's give a huge round of applause

for Louis and the Limitless Crew!

Louis and his mates haven't let the side down.

It's a Premier League performance.

And Louis has another surprise up his sleeve.

Here he goes. Go on, Louis!

He shoots, he scores!

And the crowd goes wild!

And there are still loads more surprises to come.

Now, this is a bit of a surprise for Louis and Freya, as well.

Oh, wow!

Like what we've done with it?

Amazing!

There is one thing missing, though, isn't there?

Your guests.

Oh, yeah!

Everyone's going football mad for the party room,

and Louis and Freya's cake scores highly, too.

Time now for the next round of entertainment.

It's Freya's turn in the spotlight.

Who would like to see the one and only Freya?

Right now it's Freya, ladies and gentlemen!

A man walks into a bar and goes, "Aah!"

It was an iron bar.

What do footballers and babies have in common?

They both dribble.

Have you heard the story of the germ.

ALL: No.

Never mind, it'll spread.

Freya's going down a storm...

..and now Mum and Dad are in for another treat.

-We made a video for you.

-Hope you like it.

Roll the tape!

Just watch the family's faces as they see who the surprise host is.

Hello, and welcome to a very special edition of Match Of The Day,

because today it's all about a match made in heaven,

and that match is taking place right now in the Armadillo Stadium.

No way!

Let's head straight down to Arlesey.

So, Wayne Rooney, you've been watching...the play unfold.

-What are your thoughts of this?

-Erm... Obviously, erm...

I think it's, erm... Incredible. Erm... It's unbelievable.

The best thing about it is, erm... These sausage rolls.

So, David, what's been your favourite part of the wedding?

Well, Freya, uh... I'm loving this Find-A-Football game. It's brilliant.

Look who it is - Steven Gerrard. All right, Stevie?

Yeah, course.

Didn't my mum look pretty today?

Yeah, she looked fantastic, but she never looked as good as me.

It just remains for me to wish Steve, Kellie, Louis and Freya

every success in the coming seasons.

Congratulations, guys.

-ED:

-And Mum's gone, again!

And Dad's gone, too!

I'm speechless. Gary Lineker!

There's one last bit of fun to be had.

After a quick change into their favourite team kit,

Liverpool FC for Mum and Fulham for Dad,

it's a Mum versus Dad penalty shoot out.

THEY CHANT: Kellie! Kellie!

It's almost full-time, but has it been the perfect match?

Today has just been amazing. Absolutely incredible.

Louis and Freya have just been out of this world.

I could never ever have imagined something as brilliant as this.

-It was just...

-Such fun.

Mum and Dad's big day has been in a league of its own.

Louis and Freya have put on a day that the family will never forget.

Another successful Marrying Mum and Dad wedding, Ed.

-Yeah.

-Who do you think's going to win out of these two?

-I still fancy Mum's chances.

-Yeah?

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