Getting Married in the UK |
To be legally valid, a UK marriage ceremony must be performed by an authorised person (for example, a registrar, a vicar or a priest) and be witnessed by two people. In order to do this it means couples must choose between:
Restrictions also extend to readings, music, vows and sometimes even photographs and the number of guests who are able to join you on your special day. For example, a Civil Ceremony conducted at a Registry Office or other location by a Registrar will not include anything that’s related to religion, such as hymns (even as quotes), Bible references, or even songs that indirectly refer to religion. In some cases, churches will not allow photos to be taken during the ceremony, or they restrict the photographer’s access. By utilising the services of a professional Civil Wedding Celebrant, which is where I come in, it gives you the choice and flexibility to create a bespoke ceremony reflecting your wishes, values and beliefs without restrictions. Partnership & Wedding Celebrations It’s a big day and probably the most important day of your lives and you’ll want to make sure that you get the ceremony absolutely right. I can help you and we’ll work together to ensure we are creating a unique event that will be memorable for years to come for all the right reasons. |
Woodland Themed Weddings |
Woodland weddings have a dreamy, rustic vibe and are guaranteed to amaze your guests, especially into the evening as the sun sets and the woodland comes to life with an abundance of tree lanterns, fairy lights, tea lights in jars for the magical evening look. If you are considering a woodland wedding, Cockley Wood Weddings is the perfect venue. I am both proud and so very fortunate to work in partnership with Jane and her team to provide you with the best possible service and attention to the most minute detail.
Nestled in beautiful countryside between Huddersfield and Wakefield, Cockley Wood provides idyllic private mature woodlands coupled with far reaching views in the ultimate location. Ample parking for your guests and within easy access to the M1 and M62 motorways. Wherever you decide to hold your ceremony, be it indoors or outdoors, you will have lots of questions to ask and hopefully I will have answered some of them below. Weddings led by a Civil Wedding Celebrant are becoming increasingly popular because they exercise choice. A ceremony conducted by a professional celebrant provides you with a blank canvas in which to design your own ceremony at a location and time of your choosing. But there are also other reasons why using a professional Celebrant is the perfect choice for you...
Did you know...
A Handfasting Ceremony is an ancient tradition that originated in the British Isles. Originally, this pagan ceremony bound two people for a fixed period of one year and one day, during which time they had to make a child. If this goal was not achieved within the time allowed, the couple separated and resumed their lives on their own! Today, it is used a symbolic act, between the Bride and Groom. The future spouses cross their hands and one, or several, guests come to tie coloured ribbons or cords around their hands. Ever wondered where the term "tying the knot" came from?! |
Why choose me? |
I have a wealth of experience working with a diverse range of people and strive to provide the highest level of service. As a former Celebrant Registrar, I have successfully guided many couples through their big day and fully understand that it’s the little things, the attention to detail and personal touch that makes the whole experience so very memorable, not only for you as a couple but for all your guests making your ceremony an experience to treasure in the years ahead. After all, we cannot go back and do it again and we won’t need to. Like you, I am unique and we will work together to create the ceremony of your dreams.
It is with great pride and honour that I am able to unite couples together in a way that best suits them - a way which is fitting, meaningful and memorable. Afterwards, each couple will receive a beautifully presented keepsake of the ceremony – a treasured reminder of your commitment to one another. If in the years ahead you would like to renew your own personal vows you will be able to refer to your special day once more. When you are ready please get in touch and I look forward to hearing from you. |
Chloe and Josh
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"We had our blessing in the most amazing location, it couldn’t have been better. Sarah was amazing, the blessing was perfect and so personal to Joshua and myself. Very professional and everyone commented to say they would highly recommend Sarah going forward to friends, family and colleagues. If it’s a first class service you want then look no further." Images courtesy of Traci Habergham Photography
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Karen and Richard
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"Where do we start, what a beautiful ceremony filled with love, laughter and certainly nothing off the peg, so very much about 'us' as a couple and two individuals coming together. It was so very individual, warm and touching, incorporating our story, some poetry and the beautiful hand-fasting ceremony. Images courtesy of Darren Pogson Photography
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Testimonials |
"Hi Sarah, Oh, oh, oh, it’s perfect in every way, thanks so much for putting this all together, it’s wonderful and has so much meaning, everyone will love it, this is a wedding I would like to have been a guest at too!!!" K x |