Wedding Ceremonies & Vow Renewals
Your love story isn't standard issue. So why should your wedding ceremony be?
Whether you're getting married for the first time, renewing your vows, or celebrating a love found later in life, I'll create a ceremony that's completely, unmistakably you. No generic scripts. No cookie-cutter moments. Just words, rituals, and memories crafted specifically for your relationship.
What Makes a Celebrant-Led Wedding Different?
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Freedom
Complete freedom to choose your venue. It could be a favourite woodland, your family home, a beach where you got engaged, anywhere that matters to you
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A ceremony that tells your story...
...your real story, with all its beautiful quirks and details
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Flexibility with format
Include music, readings, symbolic rituals, laughter, or quiet reflection
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Someone who genuinely cares
I'll take time to know you and create something meaningful, not something off the shelf
What's Included in Your Wedding Ceremony
When you book me as your celebrant, here's what you get:
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Initial consultation meeting
(face-to-face or video) where we get to know each other and discuss your vision
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Couple's questionnaires
to help me understand your story and what matters most to you
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Unlimited contact
including all drafts and revisions until it's perfect
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Help with writing your vows
if you'd like support (spoiler: most people do)
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Access to poems and readings resources
for inspiration
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Advice on the legal side
of getting married (you'll need to do a short signing with a registrar separately)
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Liaison with your suppliers
to make sure everyone's aligned for the big day
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Personalised vow cards
beautifully presented for you to use during the ceremony and keep forever
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Me officiating your ceremony
calm, warm, and making sure every moment flows beautifully
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A presentation copy
of your final ceremony script as a keepsake
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Travel
within 30 miles of Farnham included (additional miles at 45p per mile)
Types of Wedding Ceremonies I Love
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Outdoor Ceremonies
There's something magical about saying your vows under an open sky. I adore outdoor ceremonies where your guests can mingle with local wildlife, the air smells fresh, and the sun (or rain!) feels like a blessing on your special day. If you're dreaming of a woodland wedding, a garden celebration, or a beachside ceremony, count me in.
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Handfasting Ceremonies
Handfasting is one of my favourite rituals. Three months after my own wedding, my husband and I had a handfasting blessing at Gretna Green. The act of physically tying our hands together was so powerful and symbolic, especially after everything we'd been through.
Handfasting represents unity, partnership, and walking through life together. The ribbons can reflect your personalities, your hopes, your shared journey. It's tactile, visual, and deeply meaningful. It is something guests remember and couples treasure forever.
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Intimate Elopements
Sometimes the perfect wedding is just the two of you (and maybe a photographer). Intimate elopements can be incredibly powerful. All the focus is on your promises to each other with no distractions, just pure emotion. I'll create something beautiful and meaningful, just for you.
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Second Marriages & Later-in-Life Weddings
Finding love later in life or the second time around is something I understand personally. These ceremonies often feel even more meaningful because you know what you're choosing and why. Whether you want something quiet and reflective or a full celebration with everyone you love, I'll help you create it.
Additional Services & Extras
Rehearsal: £100
Venue visit (if needed for logistics): £50
Speech writing support: From £75
MC services to help orchestrate the day: From £150
Props like handfasting ribbons, unity candles, or signing certificates: Charged at cost
Investment & Booking
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Wedding ceremonies & vow renewals:
From £700
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Script-only service:
From £500 (if you just want the words and will have someone else officiate)
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To secure your date:
50% booking fee required
Remaining balance due 6 weeks before your ceremony (or when final script is approved, whichever comes first)For bookings within 12 weeks, full payment is required at the time of booking.
Why Choose Me as Your Celebrant?
I have been on the receiving end of a wedding ceremony that didn't quite hit the mark. And I've experienced the profound meaning of one that did. I know the difference, and I'm committed to giving you the latter.
With 30 years of experience working with people from all walks of life, I've learned to adapt my style while staying true to my values. Whether you're shy or adventurous, traditional or unconventional, I'll make sure your ceremony feels right for you.
And yes, I bring my finance background's attention to detail, but with warmth, empathy, and a genuine love for what I do.
Ready to Create Your Perfect Ceremony?
Let's start with a cuppa and a chat. I want to hear about your relationship, your vision for the day, and what matters most to you. Then we'll work together to create something beautiful.