Treasured Ceremonies

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After creating ceremonies for couples in Wales for eight years, the love of a good man has brought me to France! I'm excited to say I'm in my third year here of ceremonies in France in the amazing venues the Occitanie region - and beyond - has to offer.

Here's what one client had to say; "Thank you so much for such a beautiful ceremony! We were so moved – along with the entirety of the audience – and had so many comments afterwards about how uplifting and thought-provoking it was. You smashed it!"

Life’s too short for dull ceremonies! Life is great, let’s celebrate it!

What does it mean to have a personalised wedding ceremony, or renewal of vows? Well, we can reflect on your romance, your life together so far and so on. But, let’s go further! I want to dig deep, find out who you are, what makes you tick; more to the point, what makes you tick together! I'll even chat with your team - your family and friends if you'd like me to.

Do you want to have something pre-formatted, such as in a church or civil ceremony? Or would you like to have your wedding ceremony written just for you, introducing you as a couple with the history of your romance, your fads and foibles, enthusiasms and eccentricities woven into the script as much as (or as little) as you like.

You see, employing a professional celebrant (that’ll be me), will really lift your wedding into something extraordinary. Your ceremony is the star of the show, it’s what everybody is there to witness. If you’re thinking, “well, not really, they’re there for a party”, that’s because until now every ceremony has been the same.

We’re going to change all that.

Together we can make your celebration a ceremony with words and deeds fit for the occasion.

Don't just take my word for it. Please read some of the comments below in the testimonials. I hope you get in touch and look forward to speaking with you.

Do you have a LGBTQ policy?

I’m happy to join any two people in their wedding vows. I believe that love is love, whatever your belief, orientation or ability.

How does the process of having a “Treasured Ceremony” work?

Once you’ve decided to employ me on your day, you reserve the date through paying your deposit. I’ll send you a questionnaire to get you thinking about what you’d like for your ceremony. We can stay in touch by email (or any other means) after this, for instance if you want to discuss any aspects of the ceremony. About three months before your big day, I’ll contact you to arrange to meet in person or online if we live far apart. Then, we’ll dig much deeper into you as a couple and as individuals. We often land on some appropriate symbolism as a result of this discussion and go into the details of how this will be done. After our meeting, I write your script then send you a copy for approval. You can make as many changes as you like as often as you like. If you’d like a rehearsal, this can be arranged, though I’ve yet to have a couple who felt the need to have one. On the day, I’ll create a presentation script for you to keep, and ensure that any props we may need for symbolic gestures are in place.

How much notice do I need to give you?

I created the surprise wedding mentioned above in a week. However, I suggest a little more notice than that for all our sanity, and to reserve the date. I tend to only attend one ceremony a day, so if anyone (not me, I hope.) is late, there’s no problem.

Do I have to/can I write my own vows?

Yes, you can, no you don’t have to. Everyone is different, some love the idea and dive in. Others are keen but terrified at the thought of it. I can guide you in this, or simply write them for/with you. However, I will want your input as to what’s important to you. If you want simple vows which are traditional in nature, that’s OK as well.

Will you help us renew our vows?

Yes, please, I’d love to. It would be a very similar process to a wedding ceremony, but with more to talk about compared to most. By the way, we can have a “vow renewal” without actually “re-inventing” your vows if that’s what you’d prefer. Years spent together as a couple can be celebrated beautifully through reflection and/or through symbolic gestures.

Do we have to have the legal ceremony?

No, but understand you won’t then be legally married. However, what you will have done is commit yourself to another in the presence of those who are dear to you; you will have had a very meaningful “wedding ceremony”, or if you prefer, “commitment ceremony”. Equally moving is a simple commitment ceremony within which two people commit themselves to each other with no witness present but me.

Do I have to have lots of symbolism?

No, your wedding will be absolutely beautiful without. Much of the beauty of a great ceremony derives from the words spoken. Most people have some sort of symbolic gesture, for example, an exchange of wedding rings. However, there’s an enormous range of extra touches we can put in your ceremony from very simple, like wedding band blessings or candle lighting, to elaborate hand-fasting ceremonies, shared loving cup/cocktail. Some bring all of your friends and family into the ceremony, some just a few family members or friends. I can help you decide exactly what’s right for you.