HonouringMemoriesLoveStories
Fully qualified celebrant creating warm, meaningful wedding and funeral ceremonies tailored to your story.
Meet Nikki
I am a fully qualified independent celebrant offering professional celebrant services across the Midlands, the wider UK, and internationally. I specialise in creating personalised wedding ceremonies, funeral services, naming ceremonies, and vow renewals that are meaningful, heartfelt, and completely unique to each individual.
As a warm, kind, and friendly celebrant, I aim to bring a calm and reassuring presence to every ceremony I lead. My role is to take the time to understand your story and deliver a ceremony that truly reflects your personality, values, and life journey.
I work closely with couples and families to create bespoke wedding celebrant services and funeral celebrant ceremonies that feel authentic, respectful, and memorable. Every ceremony is written from scratch, ensuring it is personal and tailored rather than generic or scripted.
I am based in the Midlands and, as I love to travel, I also provide celebrant services throughout the UK and abroad, with travel costs applied where necessary.
Whether you are planning a wedding ceremony, saying farewell to a loved one, or marking a special milestone, I am here to help you create a ceremony that feels genuine, meaningful, and beautifully delivered.
FAQ
Are you legally able to marry us?
Yes. I am fully trained, certified, and authorised to conduct legal wedding ceremonies in the UK. If you're planning a celebrant-led ceremony alongside a legal signing at the registry office, I'll guide you through the process, therefore, everything feels simple and stress-free.
How would you describe your ceremony and speaking style?
Warm, natural, steady, and human. I speak with calm confidence and create a welcoming space where everyone feels included. My ceremonies are: lighthearted yet meaningful; personal and relatable; inclusive and heartfelt; thoughtful, grounded, and unique to you. Your story is always at the heart of it.
What can we expect when we work with you?
You can expect a calm, supportive presence from start to finish. I encourage your preferences, boundaries, and ideas — this is your ceremony, and it should feel like you. You'll receive: clear communication with a WhatsApp group upon booking; a collaborative, enjoyable process; guidance at every step; a ceremony that reflects your personalities and values.
Do we get to read the ceremony script before the wedding?
Yes — always. I send your first draft around a month before your wedding, giving you plenty of time to read, reflect, and request any edits. I want you to feel completely comfortable and confident with every word spoken on the day.
Do you offer a rehearsal?
Yes, if you'd like one. A rehearsal helps everyone feel relaxed and prepared. I work alongside your venue coordinator or planner so everything runs smoothly, clearly, and without stress.
Why do couples love working with you?
Couples tell me they feel calm, supported, understood, and comfortable being themselves. I bring warmth, professionalism, and genuine care to every ceremony. My role is to hold space for you, celebrate you, and create a ceremony that feels authentic and memorable.
How long are your ceremonies?
Most of my ceremonies last 30–40 minutes — the perfect balance of meaningful, heartfelt, and engaging. It gives you time to breathe, be present, and soak in the moment without losing the flow of the day. However, if you wish to incorporate any further ceremonies this may take longer.
What's included in your service?
Before you book, you'll receive a clear outline of everything included. No surprises, no hidden extras — just transparency and trust.
Do you stay for the rehearsal dinner or reception?
I'm always touched when couples invite me, but I politely decline. Your focus should be on your loved ones, and I want you to enjoy that time fully. After the ceremony, I stay long enough to ensure your paperwork is handled correctly and to share a warm goodbye before I slip away.
What will you wear to our ceremony?
I usually wear neutral colours, as this does not distract from you or your wedding party. If you have a specific colour palette or request, I'm always happy to discuss it — this is your day, and I want everything to feel just right.
Celebrant Services
Wedding Celebrant Services
I create warm, meaningful and fully personalised wedding ceremonies that reflect your love story. Each ceremony is written individually to feel authentic and true to you as a couple. I celebrate uniqueness in all its forms and am proud to be an inclusive celebrant for LGBTQ+ couples.
Learn more →Funeral Celebrant Services
Compassionate and respectful funeral and memorial ceremonies that honour life and celebrate memories. Every service is carefully written to reflect the individuals story.
Naming Ceremonies
A beautiful way to welcome a child or celebrate a blended family. I create relaxed, heartfelt ceremonies focused on love, connection, and new beginnings.
Vow Renewals
Celebrate your journey together with a meaningful vow renewal ceremony. I craft personal ceremonies that reflect your story and shared experiences.
Handfasting Ceremonies
I create meaningful handfasting ceremonies that symbolise love, unity, and commitment, tailored to reflect your unique journey together.
Commitment Ceremonies
I offer personalised commitment ceremonies for couples who want to celebrate their love in a heartfelt and meaningful way.
Celebration of Life Ceremonies
I provide warm and personal celebration of life ceremonies that honour your loved one's memory and the life they lived.
Family Welcome Ceremonies
I create joyful family welcome ceremonies to celebrate a new child, adoption, or the coming together of families.
Outdoor Ceremonies
I specialise in outdoor ceremonies for couples who want to say their vows surrounded by nature — perhaps a favourite hiking spot or a beautiful viewpoint. Please contact me for further information.
Learn more →Additional Services
I also offer a wide range of bespoke ceremonies that can be tailored to your personal needs and circumstances, including anniversary blessings, divorce or separation closure ceremonies, house blessings or new home ceremonies, coming of age ceremonies, memorial services, pet memorial ceremonies, and seasonal or spiritual ceremonies. I am always happy to discuss your ideas and requirements, as most ceremonies can be created and shaped to reflect your story, values, and intentions.
Wedding Fee Structure
Your wedding ceremony is a moment shaped by nature, story, connection, and intention. This fee structure provides clear guidance for couples, ensuring transparency, simplicity, and confidence as you choose the ceremony that feels right for you.
UK Wedding Ceremony Packages
The Essence Ceremony
£645
A personalised ceremony crafted with care and connection.
- Full consultation (Zoom or in-person)
- Couple questionnaire and story exploration
- Fully personalised ceremony script
- Cultural elements, symbolic rituals, readings (optional)
- Unlimited script edits
- Rehearsal
- Liaison with venue, photographer, musicians, livestream operator
- Arrival 60–90 minutes early on the day
- Ceremony delivery in your chosen location
- Certificate signing coordination
- Travel included up to 50 miles (£0.55/mile beyond)
The Signature Ceremony
£995
A fully crafted ceremony with a rehearsal for complete peace of mind.
- Everything in The Essence Ceremony, plus:
- Full in-person rehearsal (60–90 minutes)
- Rehearsal coordination with wedding party and suppliers
- Cueing practice for entrances, readings, music, symbolic elements
- On-site walk-through of staging, timing, and flow
- Rehearsal travel included up to 50 miles
The Bespoke Cultural Fusion Ceremony
£1,250
For ceremonies blending cultures, traditions, and symbolic rituals.
- Everything in The Signature Ceremony, plus:
- Cultural research
- Creation of bespoke symbolic rituals
- Custom blessings or readings
- Extended script (30–45 minutes)
- Multi-person cueing (musicians, livestream, dog ring-bearers, etc.)
- Priority booking
Adventure & Hiking Wedding Ceremonies (UK)
For couples who feel most at home in the wild places of the world.
Adventure Ceremony
£895
- Full consultation and planning session
- Fully crafted bespoke ceremony script
- Guidance on choosing a safe, scenic outdoor location
- Coordination with photographers and support crew
- Weather-contingency planning
- Ceremony delivery at the chosen outdoor location
- Travel included up to 50 miles (£0.55/mile beyond)
- Optional: sunrise or sunset ceremony
- Optional: symbolic nature rituals (stone stacking, water blessing, wildflower circle)
- +£100 if hiking with equipment is involved
Portugal Destination Wedding Ceremonies
Sun-drenched, nature-inspired ceremonies in breathtaking landscapes.
Portugal Destination Ceremony
Contact for quote
- Full consultation (Zoom or in-person before travel)
- Couple questionnaire and story exploration
- Fully bespoke ceremony script
- Cultural blending, symbolic rituals, readings
- Unlimited script edits
- Liaison with Portuguese venue, planner, photographer, musicians
- Full rehearsal the day before
- On-site coordination of music cues, symbolic elements, livestream
- Up to 3 hours on-site on the wedding day
- UK travel included up to 50 miles before departure
- Travel & accommodation charged at cost (flights, 2–3 nights, transfers)
- Additional mileage in Portugal: £0.55/mile
Portugal Adventure Ceremony
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For couples seeking cliff-top vows, forest trails, or ocean-view elopements.
- All features of the Portugal Destination Ceremony
- Additional support for choosing safe, scenic outdoor locations
- Coordination with local photographers and planners
- Sunrise or sunset ceremony options
- Full rehearsal included
- Weather and terrain contingency planning
Travel Policy
- First 50 miles included (round trip)
- Beyond 50 miles: £0.55 per mile
- Mileage calculated from Swadlincote, South Derbyshire
- Overnight accommodation required for distances over 120 miles or late-night rehearsals (charged at cost)
Our Timeline
Book Consultation
The first step is to get in touch and book your initial consultation. This allows us to discuss your celebrant requirements, whether for a wedding ceremony, funeral service, naming ceremony, or vow renewal.
Free Consultation
I offer a free, no-obligation consultation where we can talk through your ideas, wishes, and ceremony vision. This helps ensure my celebrant services are the right fit for you.
Book & Deposit
Once you are happy to proceed, your date is secured with a booking confirmation and deposit. This ensures your chosen date is reserved for your personalised celebrant ceremony.
Full Payment
Full payment is completed one month ahead of the ceremony date. This allows me to focus fully on preparing and writing your bespoke ceremony without any distraction.
Fulfillment
On the day, I will deliver your ceremony with warmth, professionalism, and care. Whether it is a wedding, funeral, or naming ceremony, my focus is to create a meaningful and memorable experience.