If you want a wedding or commitment ceremony that’s unique to you and your partner, you’re in the right place. Your ceremony can be as joyful, heart-warming and special as all the other details you’ve painstakingly planned for the day. It can be low key and simple, graceful or grand. And it can take place anywhere: a field, a farm, a forest, or even a fortress. What’s key is that you have the freedom to decide exactly how you want to do things and that we can work together to make that happen.
Working together with you, I'll carefully craft your ceremony to reflect you and your relationship. Every ceremony I write and conduct is an act of collaboration. We'll create a ceremony which feels honest and authentic to you, but you don't need all of the answers – my job is to offer suggestions and advice; to unpick your story and tease out a plan; to produce a bespoke ceremony which feels just right for you.
The only thing I can’t do is the legal side, for which you’ll have to arrange a separate visit to the registry office.
Working together.
Chat
Before you book, let’s chat. We can talk over the phone, on Teams, or we can meet in person. Just head over to my Bookings Page to set up an initial discovery call.
Book
If, following our discovery call, you decide to go ahead I’ll send you a contract so we have an agreement in writing. I charge from £1000 for Weddings. This is paid in 3 instalments; £350 when you book, £350 when you receive your final ceremony script and £300 the week of the ceremony. Travel is charged separately.
I only ever do one wedding per day so, from the moment you pay your deposit for you wedding ceremony, I’m all yours.
The price includes: your initial interview; four special ceremony elements (further elements can be introduced at an additional charge); a draft ceremony for you to check; a venue visit; a second interview to agree any required modifications to the draft ceremony; completion of the final draft; a ceremony rehearsal (where possible at the venue); creation of a presentation copy of the ceremony and the Order of Ceremony; officiation of the ceremony and availability for photographs if required; unlimited contact via phone and WhatsApp during normal working hours where required.
Plan
Depending on your timescale, around three months before your wedding I'll send you a questionnaire so that you can provide me with details of the venue, the ceremony. We'll then get together to plan your ceremony in detail. We'll talk about who you want involved, how you’d like to be announced at the end of the ceremony, the readings, music and vows. The majority of our time together will focus on your story, your views of marriage and the reasons you decided to say ‘I do.’ I can provide helpful hints and tips to kick-start your ceremony decisions. We'll discuss whether there’s an element you’re keen to include in your ceremony - perhaps something which pays tribute to your culture or heritage and you can use the menu I'll provide to select any other elements you wish to incorporate.
Write
With every wedding ceremony I write, I’m aiming to get as close to perfect first time as possible. However, I’m not precious so, if there are things you want me to add, change or re-work, that’s fine. We’ll tweak it so that it’s just right for you. I'll send you the first draft, we'll meet to discuss any amendments you want and then I'll re-draft it for you in the light of our discussions.
Practice and Venue Visit
As part of the process, I'll do a venue visit to familiarise myself with any quirks of the location and to get to know any staff who you may also have been working with.
Having a rehearsal is optional. Not every venue can accommodate it and not every couple wants one. However, it is a great opportunity to run through the technical parts of the ceremony, freeing you up on the day to focus on each other and enjoy the moment.
Marry
On the day, I’ll arrive early to make sure your ceremony all runs smoothly. I’ll coordinate with the venue, the photographer, the wedding planner and any readers or musicians. I’ll be on hand to offer pep talks to everyone in the wedding party and of course to reassure you both. And finally, I’ll conduct your personalised ceremony which will perfectly set the tone for the rest of your happy day…and the many years beyond.
Vow Renewals
You may be approaching a special anniversary, emerging from a crisis or facing a new challenge together. Alternatively, it may just feel like the right time to celebrate what you’ve achieved together and reaffirm your love and commitment to one another.
A renewal of vows or relationship celebration can be a totally private ceremony, an intimate family occasion, or a big public celebration.
Your vow renewal ceremony could include repeating your original vows and/or updating them to reflect what your relationship means now. You can re-dedicate rings or exchange other special gifts to symbolise your renewed commitment. You may wish to invite family members or other important people in your life to play a part in your ceremony.
As your celebrant I’ll work closely with you to create a beautiful and unique renewal of vows ceremony that celebrates and affirms your past, present and future together.
A Renewal of Vows ceremony is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate your continuing love and commitment.
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