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5 Unforeseen Wedding Expenses to look out for
You’ve met that special someone, asked ‘that’ question or said that ‘Yes’, and now it’s time to start the exciting task of planning your perfect wedding! When organising your special...
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Handfasting cord colours: Meaning & Symbolism
The Handfasting cord colours you chose for your handfasting ceremony can hold particular meaning or symbolism for you and your partner, and since there's no rules on which colours to...
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Inspired by a hearing impaired wedding
A Real Celebrant Wedding with a twist - working with hearing impaired couples Experiencing a hearing impaired wedding, one Celebrant was inspired to write this Real Ceremony experience as a...
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Enchanting Castles to Get Married in Scotland
Scotland, with its breathtaking landscapes and rich history, offers a magical setting for couples seeking a fairytale wedding. Imagine exchanging vows amidst ancient walls, ornate interiors, and stunning surroundings. If...
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Top five ways to ensure you get an email response from potential couples
Managing the journey from initial enquiry in your inbox through to securing a booking, is a process in itself. Setting yourself up for success when it comes to emails is...
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How do Celebrants write Wedding ceremonies?
Couples always tell me they want their guests to feel joyful, captivated, to feel the love, experience the passion in their relationship, and generally have a heartfelt experience from their...
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Real Ceremony: Alice and Amy
Real Wedding Couple: Amy and Alice Date: 5th September 2015 Venue: Fernhill Farm Celebrant: Jennifer Constant Photographer: Unknown The Proposal Amy and Alice’s first date was enjoyed exploring Bristol’s famous...
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Wedding Reading Ideas: Sonnet 17 by Pablo Neruda
If you're looking for some unique wedding reading ideas for your big day, our new series of beautiful readings is going to help you personalise your ceremony to the two...
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Planning a Wedding on a Budget: Creating Magical Moments without Breaking the Bank
Your wedding day is a milestone event, a day to celebrate love and embark on a lifelong journey with your partner. While dreams of a grand affair may dance in...
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Wedding Celebrants in Australia: Types and How to Choose One
Are you planning to get hitched down under but not sure what a wedding celebrant in Australia is or does? Well, fret not lovebirds, celebrants are the real MVPs who...
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Wedding Reading Ideas: Invisible Kisses by Lemn Sissay
Today we start a series of wedding reading ideas for your ceremony. The first wedding reading has been chosen by Janni Knox, a wedding celebrant based in Belfast, Northern Ireland....
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A fairy tale elopement in the rain of Barcelona
Destination weddings in Spain are always sunny, right? Well whilst this may be the norm in southern Spain, the country is huge and the weather varies enormously. So an October...
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5 Wedding Ceremony Music For Signing The Register
From start to finish at your wedding ceremony, your music should be considered and reflect the two of you as a couple. Whether it's being played live or in the...
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Wedding Planning – what are the roles and responsibilities?
Your fiancé has gotten down on one knee and asked you the most important question of your life. You (probably) cried and said yes! You’re so excited to spend the...
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How to have a perfect wedding kiss
5 things you need to know about your ceremony kiss - you will be surprised! I have witnessed hundreds of couples first kisses! They have varied hugely from a full-on...
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A Real Life Disney Themed Celebrant-Led Wedding
Themed weddings are becoming more and more popular with couples. Disney is a huge part of many people's childhood memories, one that makes a perfect theme for their wedding day....
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What is a Wine Ceremony and is it right for you?
You’ve planned your ceremony, and you’ve decided to have a unity ritual. Adding a wine ceremony is a great way to symbolise the unity of your two lives together. Wine...
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How to Find your Wedding Ceremony Style
Finding your unique wedding ceremony style can be daunting and a little overwhelming. Your Pinterest board may showcase an array of pins in a Boho style with tassels and tanned...
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How to plan an elopement beach wedding for sweet souls
So… You're engaged, congratulations! Want to know where to start planning an elopement? Want a tropical beach destination? This could be because you're not the couple who wants hundreds of...
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A Micro Wedding Styled Shoot at a Former Prison in Canterbury
Last year, as we saw the size of weddings significantly restricted, we at Rose & Grace Ceremonies set out to inspire couples with a styled micro-wedding that was bold, edgy...
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What is a Marriage Celebrant in Australia?
Getting married is one of the most exciting events in anyone's life, and finding the perfect wedding celebrant is crucial for making the day truly special. In Australia, marriage celebrants...
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Wedding traditions and where they come from
The story behind the traditions... When you’re planning for your wedding, you probably find yourself automatically planning for things such as wedding rings, a white dress, bridesmaids or groomsmen. But...
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A Guide to Wedding Celebrants and Venues in Australia & New Zealand
A wedding day is one of the most significant moments in a couple's life, and finding the right celebrant and venue can make all the difference. In this guide, we...
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Reflecting brightly coloured rainbow wedding celebrations in your ceremony
With summer just around the corner many couples are looking to style their special day with a little (or a lot!) of bright colour. Instagram is full of floristry and...
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Celebrants in New Zealand: Can They Marry Tourists?
New Zealand is known for its breathtaking natural landscapes, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality. It is no wonder why many couples from all over the world choose to tie the...
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Real Celebrant Wedding – Emily and Sam
Couple: Emily and Sam Date: June 2018 Venue: Whaddon Village Hall Celebrant: Emily Rawlinson The meeting I originally met Emily at a wedding fair and we instantly gelled.  We met...
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Getting married second time around. I do, take two!
Debbie Skyrme shares her thoughts with The Celebrant Directory on saying I do, take two! Well here’s the thing, I marry people in love and I celebrate whatever your love...
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Modern Handfasting Ceremonies Explained
Modern handfasting ceremonies are more than just a pretty throwback to ancient Celtic traditions. They're an exquisite expression of love, commitment, and unity, infused with rich symbolism and personalized rituals...
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Pros and cons of leap year proposals
Are leap year proposals outdated? The four-year wait is over and February 29 is fast approaching giving, traditionally, the female population the opportunity to propose to their other halves. Are...
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How to get legally married in Ireland
So what is the difference between a marriage and a wedding in Ireland? it can be confusing if you are trying to arrange your wedding in the gorgeous country of...
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Colourful Outdoor Wedding At Dairyhouse Farm Barn In Somerset
This beautiful outdoor wedding set at Dairyhouse Farm Barn Weddings is full of vibrant colours and striking sunsets. Full of ethical details it has a lot to offer when it...
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Are same sex weddings any different to heterosexual weddings in the UK?
Ok so this is a question we often get asked, and it has a very simple answer, hell no! Bet you didn’t expect that…. ok so what we mean is...
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Wedding Music Ideas For Walking Down The Aisle
Your wedding music sets the tone of the day from the moment your guests lay their eyes on you. It guides them, and their emotions, creating the ambience and feel...
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Father of the Bride And Groom Gift Ideas For Your Wedding
Finding Father Of The Bride and Father Of The Groom wedding gifts should be fun and personable and when it comes to saying thank you you want it to be...
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5 Luxury Wedding Venues near Cork, Ireland
Full of lush greenery, epic landscapes and historic locations,  Ireland is home to many beautiful wedding venues. It's the perfect place to celebrate your love and tie the knot. Whether...
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Wedding Reading Ideas: Wedding Thoughts – All I Know About Love
Choosing a wedding reading is a personal thing. It has to speak to you, evoke a memory or feeling and then you'll know when you've found the right one for...
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How To Recognise Missing Relatives In Your Ceremony
Missing relatives can leave a huge hole in your ceremony plans. Whether it be that they just can't make it for a number of reasons or that they are no...
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Hygge winter weddings on a DIY budget
What is HYGGE?! Well, I hear you say, I know what a winter wedding is, and I understand the concept of DIY and working within a budget, but what the...
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How to get legally married in New Zealand
You may have just gotten engaged. Congrats! That's super exciting, and next on your agenda for wedding prep is understanding how you do this legally. We totally get that and...
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The Art of Handfasting: A complete guide to handfasting ceremonies
In the tapestry of wedding traditions, few threads shimmer with such ancient magic as handfasting. This captivating ritual, with its roots in Celtic and pagan customs, transcends mere ceremony. It's...
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Top Celebrants Reveal their Best and Worst in Wedding Ceremony Music
Wedding music reveals a lot about the couple getting married - and has been an eye-opener for some of our Celebrants! I spent some time last year quizzing some top Wedding...
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Proposing on Valentine’s Day? Read this!
Love it or loathe it, there’s no escaping the fact that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Whilst the exact origins of this day of celebration are hard to...
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Help! Who should speak at our wedding?
5 top tips for who should speak at your ceremony You are in the early stages of your wedding preparation. You have found the venue, the Celebrant you feel is...
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How to include Indian rituals in an Indian/Western fusion wedding
What Indian rituals can I include in my non-religious Western style wedding?  As an Asian celebrant, Sonal Dave was recently very lucky, to be able to conduct a non-religious, spiritual...
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Alternative Wedding Ceremony Ideas – The Exchange of Gins
Forget the exchanging of rings, we're loving the idea of exchanging gins! If you're looking for an alternative wedding ceremony idea then this is definitely one to add to the...
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Getting married in Greece, do’s and dont’s
Here's how not to get married in Greece! "It was all over in the ‘blink of an eye’ ". One experienced celebrant shares her tops tips on how not to...
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Crafting the Perfect Wedding: Aligning Your Ceremony with Your Style and Personality
When it comes to getting married, it's all about making the day uniquely yours. After all, a wedding is more than just saying 'I do'; it's a chance to showcase...
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5 top tips for guests at a gay wedding ceremony
Guest etiquette at a same-sex wedding ceremony You and I, would both agree on the joyous nature of our LGBT community and if you are someone, who is about to attend...
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How do I include my children in my wedding ceremony?
Here’s a summary of our top ideas to include a child in your wedding ceremony Write your children into your wedding ceremony Give your child a meaningful gift A family...
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Scotland! The secret destination wedding location
Thinking Destination Wedding? Think Scotland! Lonely Planet lists Scotland in the top 10 places in the World for people to visit making it an ideal destination wedding location with a...
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Real Wedding Ceremony: Raj & Joe
Couple: Raj & Joe Venue: Ashover Parish Hall in Derbyshire Celebrant: Helen Jubb The couple What struck me about Raj and Joe after chatting with them was the journey of...
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What Is An Eco-Friendly Wedding and How Do I Plan One?
An eco-friendly wedding in short is a wedding that has no environmental impact on the planet. Eco-friendly's simple meaning 'Earth Friendly' is a way of protecting the planet that we...
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How to invite God to your Civil Wedding
If you’re not getting married in a church, synagogue, mosque or temple, UK law is adamant that you can’t invite God to your wedding. A registrar-led marriage ceremony can’t be...
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Your Guide to Getting Married in Scotland
Dreaming of a unique and unforgettable wedding experience? Look no further than Scotland! With its breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture, Scotland offers a picturesque backdrop for couples seeking...
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How to work with photographers at a wedding
One Celebrant and hobby photographer looks at wedding photography from both sides to tell us how these two critical protagonists at your wedding can best work together. Great advice for...
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Wedding Recessional Music To Exit Your Ceremony
Your wedding recessional music will be the first soundtrack you hear as a married couple so it absolutely needs to be an extension of the two of you and match...
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So you want to get married in Canada?
Canada is a wonderful place to get married. It has breathtaking scenery, from oceans, to lakes, to mountains, beaches, forests, Provincial and National Parks. For indoor ceremonies there are restaurants,...
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7 Personalised Mother of The Bride Or Groom Gifts for Your Wedding
Mother's Day is on its way here in the UK, so it felt like the perfect time to talk about mother of the bride gifts for your wedding day! You...
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