Posts by Miranda Ash
When Love Crosses Continents: Chris + John’s Surrey Wedding
Back in April, I received an enquiry from a Chris and John in California, planning their Surrey wedding in a matter of weeks! Now, most people might panic at such short notice, but I’ve learnt that some of the most beautiful ceremonies come together when couples trust the process – and trust their celebrant to…
Read MoreWedding Day Advice: What I’d Do Differently If I Could Do My Wedding Again
Last month, Mr Ash and I celebrated twenty years of marriage. Twenty years! How has that happened? It’s one of those funny tricks of time — in some ways, it feels like only yesterday we were standing there, rings in hand, promising each other the world. And yet here we are, two decades later, with…
Read MoreA Polish Wedding to Remember: Asia and Emilien’s Cross-Cultural Celebration in Poland
There are weddings… and then there are Weddings. The ones that stay with you long after the confetti’s cleared and the espresso martinis have worn off. Asia and Emilien’s Polish wedding, held just outside the charming city of Wrocław, was absolutely one of those. It had everything—heartfelt vows, ancient rituals, vodka toasts, a flashmob (yes,…
Read MoreTrans Naming Ceremony: Celebrating Identity at Every Age
You might think of naming ceremonies as something reserved for babies. And yes, that’s lovely. But a trans naming ceremony is something entirely different. It’s an empowering, affirming way for trans and non-binary people to say, “This is who I am,” in front of the people who love them. Whether it’s for a child, a…
Read MoreThe Power of a Transformational Ceremony: Why It Matters More Than You Think
Recently I was having a chat with a dear friend and fellow celebrant. The kind of friend who really gets it. We were reminiscing about our time in training (back when we still thought a good ceremony was just a strong reading and a windproof clipboard). She reminded me of a conversation we’d had with…
Read MoreStanding with Love: Why I Champion the Trans Community
I feel like this blog has been brewing for a while. As a celebrant, I proudly stand shoulder to shoulder with the trans community and all LGBTQIA+ people—especially when legal marriage systems fail to honour their identity. Here’s why creating truly inclusive, affirming ceremonies isn’t just important—it’s absolutely essential. Because Love Deserves Better: Why I…
Read MoreWhy a Micro Wedding with a Celebrant Is the Best Decision You’ll Ever Make
Micro weddings are small, mighty, and completely fabulous. Forget the pressure of inviting 150 distant relatives and awkward colleagues, blowing the budget on things like chair covers, and spending your whole day being pulled in twenty different directions. A micro wedding cuts through all that. It’s intimate, joyful, and focused on what really matters —…
Read MoreRegistrar or Independent Celebrant? Why One Makes Your Wedding Legal and the Other Makes It Magical
If you’re planning a wedding and wondering whether to book a Registrar or an Independent Celebrant, you’re not alone. It’s one of the biggest points of confusion for couples in the UK. Who does what? Why do you need one over the other? And why are celebrants becoming the go-to choice for couples who want…
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