Vow Renewal Ceremonies A renewal of vows ceremony is a celebratory event in which a married couple reaffirms their commitment to each other. It’s a way for couples to celebrate their love and the longevity of their relationship. There are many reasons why a couple might choose to have…
Engaging Guests in a Wedding Ceremony
Engaging Guests in a Wedding Ceremony. A wedding ceremony is one of the most significant and memorable events in a couple’s life, and it is also a time for family and friends to come together to celebrate the union of two people in love. However, it can be challenging for…
What is a funeral celebrant?
What is a funeral celebrant? Funeral celebrants are trained professionals who design and officiate funeral ceremonies and memorial services. They work with families to create a personalised and meaningful service that reflects the life, beliefs, and values of the deceased. Funeral celebrants typically work with families who are not…
An Introduction – My Day in Cups of Tea
My Day in Cups of Tea I recently prepared an article for a magazine where I was the interviewee and talked a bit about what my job is and how I manage my self employed life whilst enjoying a brew or two. In this blog, I get to share the…
Write Your Own Vows That Zing!!
In this blog I’ll explore some key hints and tips from my celebrant chums to guide you in how to write your own vows for a ceremony that really zings!! Remember why you are doing this: Did you watch that episode of ‘Gavin and Stacey’ were Dawn and Pete…
Wedding Law Reform – Time to Celebrate?
In July 2022 the Law Commission submitted its long-awaited report on Wedding Law Reform. We review the key changes and what it can mean for celebrants in the future and their clients, as well as asking, is it time to celebrate just yet? Humanists Vs Independents Currently, Government is…
The Booking Process – What to do when you find ‘The One’.
Let’s be honest, some people are just figuring out what a Celebrant is, so what do you do when you find one? How do you make a booking? In this piece I take you through how to find a celebrant, the booking process and what happens next. Finding a…
What It Means To Be A Recommended Supplier.
As an Independent Celebrant with years of experience conducting hundreds of ceremonies, I have been lucky enough to work in some amazing places with some fabulous vendors and become a Preferred or Recommended Supplier – but what does this mean to me as a Celebrant, to the person recommending me…
Top 5 Essex Country House Venues
Top 5 Essex Country House Venues As a Celebrant, I get to work in some stunning places, with some amazing teams, from barns and bluebell woods to country house venues. Here are my Top 5 in Essex. Greenwoods Hotel and Spa – Stock, Ingatestone https://www.greenwoodshotel.com/ This hidden…
Real Wedding: A Themed Celebration
Real Wedding: A Themed Celebration How to theme a wedding to reflect your individuality and personality. Here, my couple had two ceremonies, due to the impact of Covid 19, both of which were themed around things meaningful to them and their relationship. Where: Wat Tyler Country Park When: April…
