Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of venue or location can we have for a wedding or naming?

Having a humanist ceremony means you can choose anywhere you wish, you are not restricted to a licenced venue. Let your imagination run wild. You may like a woodland setting, a village hall, a swanky hotel or even your own home or garden – the possibilities are endless.

Will we be legally married after our Humanist wedding ceremony?

At present, Humanist wedding ceremonies are not yet legally binding in England but we are hoping that they will be soon. Many couples have a simple statutory registry office wedding, to complete the formal legal requirements, perhaps with just the witnesses present. They then choose to have a separate humanist wedding ceremony, saving their vows and other meaningful symbolic acts until then. Most couples view their humanist celebration as their ‘real’ wedding, with all their loved ones present.

Do your fees cover all the costs?

My fees include a meeting with you, script writing, a rehearsal (weddings only) if required, performing the ceremony, a presentation copy of the script as a wonderful keepsake of the day, and travel costs (unless there is excessive travel outside the area).

What happens if you are not able to be there on the day, due to an accident or illness?

If anything should happen to me and I can’t deliver your ceremony, I will make every effort to find another highly-trained and experienced colleague to take my place, at no extra cost to you. I am part of a network of celebrants; and every celebrant is committed to delivering high quality ceremonies.