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Weddings and Vow Renewals
Your wedding or vow renewal should be about you - your relationship, your story and the things that matter to you.
As an independent celebrant based in West Sussex, I create warm, personal and meaningful ceremonies for couples who want something a little different.
Whether you’re planning an adventurous celebration in the South Downs, an intimate gathering with your closest people, or a day that brings together family, friends and different traditions, I’ll help you create a ceremony that feels completely yours.
A ceremony that reflects you
There are no rules about what your ceremony has to look like. You might want something relaxed and informal, full of laughter and personality. Perhaps you love tradition and want to include the elements that are important to you, but with your own twist.
Whatever your vision, I’ll work with you to shape a ceremony that feels natural and authentic. I’ll get to know you as a couple, hear your story and discover what makes your relationship special.
Together, we can choose the words, music, readings, rituals and moments that will make your ceremony meaningful - and leave out anything that simply doesn’t feel like you.
Faith, spirituality and inclusion
As a Christian, and I’m very happy to incorporate Christian faith into your ceremony to whatever extent feels right for you. That could include prayers, Bible readings, hymns, blessings, Christian symbolism or other traditions that hold meaning for you.
I believe deeply in being inclusive and respectful of different beliefs and backgrounds. If you follow another faith, have a mixture of beliefs, draw on spirituality, or don't consider yourself religious at all, you are very welcome.
I love to explore ways of bringing together different faiths and spiritual traditions, creating a ceremony that honours everyone involved. And if you would prefer no religious or spiritual elements whatsoever, that's absolutely fine too.
“Debbie wove our scrambled ideas into beautiful words which told our story with humour and authenticity.”
Angela and Tom
Vow Renewals
A vow renewal can be a beautiful way to pause and celebrate your journey together. Perhaps you’re marking a significant anniversary, coming through a challenging chapter, celebrating a new beginning, or simply want to stand together once again and say, “I’d choose you all over again.”
Your vow renewal doesn’t have to recreate your wedding day. In fact, it can be something entirely different — a celebration of everything you’ve experienced, overcome and built together. We can look back at your story, include the people who have shared your journey, remember loved ones who are no longer with you, and create new promises for the years ahead.
Confidently delivered
A meaningful ceremony deserves to be delivered with warmth, confidence and genuine feeling. I’m an experienced and confident speaker, having created and delivered talks in a wide range of unique settings.
I’m comfortable speaking to different audiences and adapting to different environments, whether your ceremony is an intimate gathering or a much larger celebration. My aim is for you to feel completely at ease, knowing that your ceremony is in safe hands.
Wedding/Vow Renewal Package
Your wedding ceremony is the heart of your day, and it deserves to be full of creativity and personality. I'll take the time to get to know you, your story and the things that matter to you, then create a ceremony that feels genuinely yours.
My wedding package includes:
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A relaxed initial consultation, in person or online
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Plenty of time to get to know you and your story
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A completely bespoke ceremony, written just for you
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Help and ideas for vows, readings, music and rituals
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Guidance on involving family and friends
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Liaising with your venue and other key people where needed
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​A draft script of your ceremony for you to review, suggest and approve
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A rehearsal, if required
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My arrival in plenty of time on the day
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Professional and personal delivery of your ceremony.
Travel within 25 miles is included. For locations further afield, I'll agree any additional travel costs with you beforehand.
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Find out more about my wedding and vow renewal packages here.
