The decision to adopt is never taken lightly. The process itself can be demanding, emotional and often long. But once your child is with you, life changes forever.   This little person brings light, joy, happiness and love into your world. Your heart feels fuller than you ever imagined possible, and suddenly everything makes sense. The challenges of the journey are, without doubt, worth it.   I know this personally. I am the very proud Auntie of two adopted little girls, and

Bride and groom at twilight, standing outside a country house in the snow, sharing a look of love Winter weddings have a very special kind of magic about them. While summer celebrations are often associated with sunshine and blue skies, there is something wonderfully romantic, intimate and memorable about saying your vows during the quieter, cosier months of the year.   One of the biggest advantages of a winter wedding is peace of mind. In the UK especially, summer couples of

The Guest Experience: Top Tips to Make Your Wedding a Day to Remember   Traditionally, it’s been said that your wedding day is all about you  – right? Well… not entirely!   The more couples I speak to and the more bespoke wedding ceremonies I create, the clearer it becomes that a wedding day is about everyone  who’s part of your love story. Your guests are there because they matter to you — they’ve shared in your lives, your laughter, and your memories. So naturally, you want

Bespoke Wedding Ceremonies in Wiltshire & Beyond Emily Rawlinson sitting with Emilie-Kate Owen on comfortable chairs, smiling before recording the podcast In August, I had the absolute pleasure of being invited onto the Weddings & Honeymoons Celebrant Edition Podcast . It was such a joy to chat with Emilie-Kate Owen about my journey into celebrancy, the inspiration behind my work, and how I thrive on creating bespoke wedding ceremonies that are full of love, meaning, and ind

More and more couples are choosing to renew their wedding vows – and it’s not just celebrities leading the way. From Victoria and David...

Unity ceremonies — also known as symbolic actions — are visual, meaningful ways to reflect connection and commitment. They can be...

Writing and delivering a tribute for someone you love can feel overwhelming. You’re grieving, and at the same time, you want to honour...

Celebrants and Wedding Planners: The Dream Team! While your Celebrant crafts and delivers your ceremony, your Wedding Planner is the mastermind behind the wider logistics of the day—liaising with suppliers, managing the timeline, and ensuring every element flows seamlessly. Together, we form a trusted team, working in harmony to bring your wedding vision to life.

Planning an outdoor wedding ceremony? You’re in for a beautiful and unforgettable day! As an experienced wedding celebrant, I’ve had the joy of creating and leading hundreds of heartfelt celebrations in fields, forests, on mountains and in gardens —and I’ve picked up a few gems of advice along the way. These tips will help you make the most of your outdoor “I dos”—with a big dose of fun and zero stress.

What exactly is a celebrant, and why might you want one to officiate your ceremony? In this guide, I break down the different types of celebrants, their unique approaches, and how to choose the right one for your big day.

Handfasting has evolved into a beautiful wedding tradition with a modern twist. Unlike a standard legal ceremony, a celebrant-led handfasting allows complete flexibility, ensuring that the ritual is meaningful and personal to you. Here are a few examples of the unique and heartfelt handfasting ceremonies I’ve created for happy couples over the years.

Why do people pre-arrange their own funeral ceremony? There are many reasons why people plan their own funeral ceremonies and they can do...

One of the highlights of your Wedding or Civil Partnership Celebrant-led Ceremony, is the moment you exchange your vows.  Guests love to...

Naming and welcoming ceremonies have the child and their family at their heart, and reflect the uniqueness found within each family.

As we all know, planning a wedding can be very stressful. It may start to feel as if the day has become an entity all of its own

Need to adapt your wedding? Some inspiring ideas to ensure that your 2020 wedding ceremony is still unique to you.