Wedding Ceremonies
Till Death Do Us Part: A Nightmare Before Christmas Gothic Wedding at Arnos Vale Cemetery
Can you smell it? That distinctly October magic—spiced candles flickering, pumpkins everywhere, and Halloween on the horizon. Autumn isn’t just about pumpkin spice lattes and sweater weather. It’s the season for gothic romance, for leaning into the beautifully eerie, the deliciously dark. And what better way to celebrate than with a gothic wedding ceremony inspired…
Read MoreWhen 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 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…
Read MoreWedding Monopoly: The Hidden Truth About Registrars vs. Celebrants – And Why It Affects Your Big Day
Independent Celebrants Personalise. Registrars Legalise. There’s a growing frustration echoing from couples across England and Wales. The cause? A subtle but powerful battle over who gets to shape your wedding day. Registration Districts have been busy claiming that their registrars can deliver “exactly what an Independent Celebrant can.” It sounds tempting, but here’s the reality:…
Read MoreWhy a Destination Wedding in Europe is the Ultimate Dream
A destination wedding isn’t just about saying “I do” in a beautiful location—it’s about creating an unforgettable experience. This year, I have the pleasure of working with several couples from the USA who are travelling to the UK and France for their weddings, and the reasons they chose to do so are as varied as…
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