FAQS
Where can we get married?
Wherever you like! A humanist wedding ceremony can take place anywhere, as it is not restricted to a licensed venue (unlike a registrar led ceremony). I thrive in nature, but scrub up well for posh venues too, so I'd be honoured to marry you anywhere that is right for you.
Who will you marry?
I will create and officiate a ceremony for ANY two persons in love. Love is love is love.
What elements can I have in my ceremony?
Anything! I know, there’s a theme emerging… Symbolic rituals are lovely to include as they help you mark the moment and transition from one state to another (couple to married couple), but they do not have to be traditional. You can make up your own ritual or pick a non-religious one that really speaks to you. It’s all about making it meaningful to you. I usually talk about what love and marriage means to you, narrate your love story and peak the ceremony with the pronouncement. In between those elements, you could include personal readings, music or little performances. Or don’t. It’s completely up to you. If you want to do personal vows, but not sure how, I can even give you some support with writing them. Just get in touch to find out more about how we can create your perfect wedding ceremony (no obligation). I am really easy to get a hold of and love chatting and helping people make the right decision. Call me, Whatsapp me, email me or DM me anytime!
What is your style?
As a humanist, I value living an authentic and ethic life by doing my best all the time to be kind, inclusive and embracing diversity. I believe that life is for living now, with playfulness and intention, and by being of benefit - whether that is to other humans, animals or our amazing planet. All of those values and intentions go into my style as a celebrant too: fun, caring and with a focus on YOU. I craft my ceremonies around you, your values and your love story. You Will have your wedding, your way!
Are your ceremonies legally recognised?
As a humanist celebrant in England, I do not Yet have the legal powers. Unlike Scotland, Jersey , Northern Ireland, Guernsey, Alderney and Sark. We are working very hard to get England and Wales to join the club (it was positively debated in parliament in January 2022)! Until then, all you have to do is book at quickie at your local register office first, which can be done quite cheaply. You can get your statutory legal registration in Brighton and Hove for £73 - I am very happy to advise you on how to get this. You can then leave all the loveliness, ring exchange etc for your proper humanist wedding ceremony with all the family and friends you want, in exactly the place you want.
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