Getting married and wanting a ceremony that feels right?

I am here to guide you through it, gently and thoughtfully

A ceremony shaped around your story.
Unrushed, personal and created with care

Whether you’re planning a larger celebration or something more intimate, this is your day.
There’s no expectation to do it a certain way — only the invitation to do it in a way that feels right for you.

I take time to really get to know you — not just how you met, but the life you’ve lived, what matters to you now, and what you want this moment to hold. From there, I create a ceremony that reflects you, thoughtfully and with care. No two ceremonies are ever the same, because no two stories are the same.

Your ceremony can include whatever feels meaningful — words from a song that’s stayed with you, poetry, readings, music, or moments shared with the people (and animals) who are part of your life. There is space for everything you bring.

As we move through the planning process together, we’ll talk more than once. By the time your wedding day arrives, you won’t be standing in front of a stranger. You’ll be guided by someone who knows your story and has written your ceremony with intention — never something generic or impersonal.

A celebrant-led ceremony also offers a sense of freedom and ease.
Freedom to choose where you marry.
When you marry.
And how the ceremony feels.

Whether that’s a quiet beach as the sun begins to set, a non-religious ceremony, or a symbolic ritual woven in with meaning — it can all be held calmly and respectfully. We’ll shape it together, at a pace that feels comfortable, creating something that honours where you’ve been and what you’re choosing now.

What a celebrant-led ceremony means?

A celebrant-led ceremony offers space, flexibility, and a more personal way of marking your wedding day.

As a celebrant, my role is to guide your ceremony with care and professionalism, while giving you the freedom to shape it in a way that feels right for you. There’s no fixed script to follow, and no expectation to fit into a particular structure or belief system unless you want to.

For many couples, that freedom can feel both exciting and a little overwhelming at first. That’s completely normal. You don’t need to have everything figured out — or even know where to begin. We take it step by step, at a pace that feels comfortable.

Your ceremony might include personal moments, cultural traditions, meaningful words, or simple, quiet elements that reflect who you are. Or it may be understated and minimal. There’s no “correct” version — only what feels true to you.

Because celebrant-led ceremonies aren’t tied to specific venues or formats, they can take place wherever feels meaningful — a beach, a barn, a garden, or somewhere entirely your own.

And if you’re new to the idea of a celebrant, that’s absolutely fine. My role is not to ask you to perform or decide everything upfront, but to offer guidance, reassurance, and a steady presence — so your ceremony feels held, unrushed, and genuinely yours.

What I'll take care of

From the moment we begin, you’ll be supported through the process in a way that feels calm and unrushed.
Time together
We’ll meet up to two times to talk through your ideas, your story, and what you want your ceremony to hold. Where possible, these meetings can be in person, or via Zoom if that’s easier — whatever feels most comfortable for you.
Your ceremony script
I’ll write a thoughtfully crafted ceremony of around 25 minutes, including your vows and any special elements or symbolic moments you’d like to include. The script is written entirely about you, with care and intention.
Rehearsal support
If you’d like a rehearsal, I’m very happy to attend and guide you through it so everyone feels at ease on the day. (Additional fees may apply.)
Ceremonial keepsakes
If your ceremony includes symbolic elements, I can source and provide any ceremonial keepsakes or props needed. (Additional fees apply, depending on what’s chosen.)
Throughout it all, my role is to make sure nothing feels rushed or overwhelming — so when your wedding day arrives, you can feel settled, prepared, and fully present.

Welcoming family

Some ceremonies are about more than two people.
A family blending or adoption ceremony offers a meaningful way to acknowledge and welcome children into a family — with care, respect, and sensitivity to everything that has come before.
These ceremonies are never about doing things a certain way, or making a big display. They can be simple and quiet, or shared with close family and friends. What matters most is that they feel right for everyone involved — especially the children.
Together, we can create space for new promises, shared words, or symbolic gestures that gently mark belonging and connection. Nothing is rushed, and nothing is expected. Each moment is shaped with thoughtfulness and care.
If you’re feeling protective, unsure, or cautious about how this might look or feel, that’s completely understandable. We move at a pace that feels safe, and every part of the ceremony is shaped with sensitivity — always with the wellbeing of your family at its heart.
My role is to guide this process calmly and respectfully, ensuring the ceremony feels inclusive, genuine, and held — honouring your family as it is, and the life you are building together.

Is the ceremony legal?

A celebrant-led wedding ceremony is bespoke, personal, and deeply meaningful — but it isn’t the legal part of marriage.

The legal paperwork is completed separately through a registrar office. Many couples choose to think of this simply as the administrative side of getting married.

You can complete the legal part either before or after your celebrant ceremony — there’s no right order. What matters most is that your wedding day, the moment you gather and make your promises, feels exactly as you want it to feel.

And if being legally married isn’t important to you, that’s absolutely okay too. Some couples choose a celebrant ceremony simply to mark their commitment — heart-married, without the paperwork.

There’s no pressure either way. We’ll talk it through gently, so you can choose what feels right for you.

Where can we get married?

Almost anywhere you choose.

Because a celebrant-led ceremony isn’t limited to licensed venues, you have the freedom to marry in a place that feels meaningful to you. That might be somewhere traditional — or somewhere completely unexpected.

A beach, a garden, a field, a boat, a favourite pub, a big top, or somewhere that simply feels like yours. What matters most is that the setting supports the feeling you want for the day.

Can we include children in the ceremony?

Absolutely.

Children — whether young or grown — are very welcome to be part of your ceremony if that feels right for your family. This might be through readings, shared promises, symbolic moments, or simply being present in a way that feels comfortable for them.

And if children do what children do and things unfold a little differently on the day, that’s completely okay. I adapt calmly in the moment, so everything continues to feel relaxed and natural.

What do you like to drink during the ceremony?

That’s very kind of you to ask.

Just still water for me — nothing with bubbles until after the ceremony.

Can we include religious elements?

Yes — if there are religious elements that are meaningful to you, they can absolutely be included.

Your ceremony is shaped around you, and it’s important that it reflects what you believe and value. For authenticity, I don’t personally lead religious components myself. However, you’re very welcome to invite a friend, family member, or faith representative to take part, and I’ll thoughtfully weave this into the ceremony so it flows naturally and respectfully.

We’ll talk it through together and find a way that feels balanced and true — honouring your beliefs while keeping the ceremony calm, inclusive, and personal.

What’s a unity ceremony?

A unity ceremony is a symbolic ritual that represents the joining of two people.

These moments are often gentle, creative, and personal, and can be woven into your ceremony if they feel meaningful to you. Examples include sand ceremonies, wine or tea rituals, creating an anniversary capsule, tree planting, or handfasting.

There’s no obligation to include one — they’re simply an option if you’re drawn to marking your union in this way.

What’s a handfasting?

Handfasting is an ancient Celtic tradition with pagan roots, where the couple’s hands are gently bound with ribbon or cord to symbolise their union. It’s where the phrase “tying the knot” comes from.

Some couples choose a single cord, while others invite friends or family to add their own. In some ceremonies, couples are asked whether they wish to be bound for a year and a day, for as long as love lasts, or for a lifetime.

There’s no right choice — only what feels right for you.
And yes, I have a real soft spot for handfasting.

It's okay not to know yet

You don’t need to have everything decided yet.

And you don’t need to know exactly what your ceremony will look like.

Most couples arrive here with a feeling rather than a plan — a sense that they want something personal, steady, and meaningful, but aren’t quite sure how to shape it yet.

That’s completely okay.

This process is unhurried. We take it step by step, allowing space for reflection, conversation, and clarity to emerge naturally. There’s no pressure to perform, decide quickly, or get it “right”.

Just time, care, and guidance — so your ceremony feels settled, thoughtful, and truly yours.

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