Weddings

Why choose a celebrant led ceremony?

Celebrant-led weddings are becoming increasingly popular as couples realise that they can have a unique ceremony that is deeply personal to them.

Unlike in a register office or a church, a celebrant-led ceremony does not have set scripts or vows, and you are not restricted to licensed venues only.

Whilst the legalities will need to be completed separately, with a celebrant here really are no rules – anything you want is possible. You have the freedom to decide exactly how you want to do things; it is your day, your way.

Why choose me as your wedding celebrant?

Together, we will discuss your thoughts and dreams, and I will create a unique ceremony which will be truly personal to you. Your love story will take centre stage: how you first met, fell in love and knew you wanted to spend the rest of your lives together.

Whether you want a classic service or something completely different, I'm here to help you create a beautifully bespoke and utterly joyful ceremony.

Where do you want your wedding ceremony to take place?

Wedding ceremonies can take place anywhere with a celebrant as long as you have the land-owner’s permission. Many couples choose to have their wedding in a hotel or historic building, but you may prefer a woodland, beach, football pitch or even in your family home.

What to include in your wedding ceremony?

Your wedding will be unique and completely written to represent you as a couple. There are no boundaries with your own choice of music and readings - family, friends and even pets can also play a part in your service! I can help you write your own personal vows to each other to create a ceremony with love at its heart.

Along with the bespoke wording, you could choose to include a symbolic ritual to make your wedding day even more memorable. You might like to ‘tie the knot’ with ancient handfasting which could include other family members. Or maybe you would like your guests to bless your wedding rings with a ring warming ceremony. A sand ceremony is a beautiful way to bring a blended family together. There are many rituals, and you can do whatever feels right for you - making memories to treasure.

What happens next?

This is an overview of how we will create your perfect wedding ceremony:

We will have a discovery call or meeting to discuss your wedding ceremony.

If you decide that I am the right celebrant for you, we will meet to discuss the details of your ceremony. This is an opportunity for me to get to know you better and learn about your love story and your vision for your ceremony. If you are not sure about this yet, I will provide suggestions, and we can work together to get the content right.

Based on the details you have shared with me, I will create your ceremony including poems, songs, readings and music of your choosing. It may also include special rituals, such as handfasting or blessing of rings. There are many other special elements to choose from and I can help you to select the ones that are right for you. Should you wish for any religious aspects to be incorporated, these can be included too.

You will be able to see the draft ceremony and together we can revise it as many times as you like. Together, we will create a wonderful ceremony that you will treasure forever.

I will visit your venue well ahead of your ceremony to get a sense of the space and facilities, ensuring that you will have everything you need to make your ceremony run smoothly.

Shortly before the big day, we can get together and run through the ceremony. A rehearsal is a wonderful way to allay any nerves, and to ensure that everyone is feeling comfortable with how the day will unfold.

On your big day, I will be at the venue early and there will be no rush – I will not be officiating any other services. I will lead your ceremony and be on hand to support and guide you and any friends and family who have a role.

After your wedding, you will receive a personalised copy of your ceremony as a memento of the beautiful day.

"Debbie takes the time to get to know you - she spoke to us face to face and also asked us to complete a questionnaire to give us time to think about our journey and obtain unique information about us. She then used those answers to tailor a truly bespoke ceremony that captured everyone on the day."