Wedding Ceremonies That Feel Like Magic
That perfect blending of love, humour and unforgettable moments.
Weddings
Picture fairy lights strung through woodland trees, vows exchanged at sunset on a beach, or a festival-style celebration with tents, lanterns and all your favourite people gathered under the stars. If that sounds like your kind of wedding, you're in exactly the right place.
I can create memorable scripts, for your ceremony whether it’s outside or indoor, alternative wedding ceremonies for couples who want something different from the traditional. Relaxed celebrations filled with warmth, laughter, meaningful moments and a ceremony script that sounds genuinely, authentically like you.
For me - I love that perfect ceremony that brings that rollercoaster of emotions, funny one minute and heartfelt the next. That perfect blending of love, humour and unforgettable moments.
Your Day
WEDDING CEREMONIES
Celebrating
Blended Families
Who I Love Working With
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Outdoor Enthusiasts
If you're drawn to nature and can't imagine saying your vows anywhere but surrounded by trees, beside water, or under open skies, we're going to create something magical together.
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Second (or Third) Time Around
If you've been married before? Brilliant. You know what you want now, and you're ready to do it your way – relaxed, personal, full of joy and free from unnecessary formality.
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Blended Families
Bringing children together and creating a united family deserves celebration. I love weaving your kids into the ceremony, making them part of your promises and creating something everyone feels part of.
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LGBTQ+ Couples
Love is love, and I celebrate it in all its forms. You're wholeheartedly welcomed here, and your ceremony will honour your relationship with respect, warmth, joy and bring forever memories
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Festival Vibes & Alternative Celebrations
Tents, bunting, live music, interactive elements, themed ceremonies, creative touches – if you want your wedding to feel like a festival celebrating your love, let's do it.
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Intimate & Meaningful Over Big & Formal
Small gatherings where everyone's involved, not just watching. Ceremonies that prioritize genuine emotion and connection over impressing people.
The Kind of Weddings I Create
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Woodland Weddings
Enchanted forest ceremonies with sunlight filtering through leaves, lanterns hanging from branches, wildflowers, and the sound of birdsong as your backdrop.
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Beach & Waterside Ceremonies
Vows exchanged with your toes in the sand, beside lakes reflecting the sky, or near rivers and streams that provide the most peaceful soundtrack.
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Festival-Style Celebrations
Tents adorned with fairy lights, hay bales for seating, fire pits for afterwards, live music, interactive elements, and an atmosphere that says "let's celebrate."
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Intimate Garden Weddings
Your own garden, a secret garden venue, or a small outdoor space transformed into something magical for you and your closest people.
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Unique Venue Celebrations
Restored barns, historic sites, quirky industrial spaces, glamping locations – anywhere with character and meaning to you.
Supporting Life’s Most Significant Moments
What Makes My Approach Different
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Actually Personal
I'm not pulling pre-written templates from a folder. Every ceremony I write is created from scratch based on your story, your personalities, your inside jokes, your journey together. I want you and your guests to feel inclusive, comfortable and relaxed enough to laugh, cry and truly enjoy every single moment.
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Relaxed & Interactive
Your guests aren't just an audience – they're part of the celebration. Ring-warming where everyone holds your rings and sends good wishes, guests sharing memories, participatory elements that make everyone feel involved.
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Symbolic Rituals with Meaning
Sand-blending for blended families, tree planting you can watch grow together, ring-warming, handfasting, unity candles, tequila shots (yes, really) – whatever adds the right kind of meaning and fun for you.
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LGBTQ+ Inclusive
This isn't something I just say – I genuinely celebrate love in all its forms. Your ceremony will be crafted with respect, warmth and authentic understanding of what matters to you.
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Nature-Connected
My Buddhist practices and deep connection to the outdoors mean I truly understand the magic of outdoor ceremonies. I'm not phased by weather, plan Bs, or the unpredictability of celebrating outside – it's where I feel most at home.
Beautiful
Wedding Locations
Beautiful Locations in Our Region
Nottinghamshire and the surrounding areas are blessed with stunning wedding locations. Some venues I love (and would be honoured to work with):
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Space at the Lake (Retford)
Secluded lakeside venue surrounded by woodland and open skies, perfect for couples wanting a natural, blank-canvas celebration.
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Meadow and Marquee (Newark)
Rustic marquee venue with stunning willow trees, three-acre meadow, and fairy-lit spaces that feel utterly romantic.
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Thoresby Park (Sherwood Forest)
Country barn venue surrounded by untouched natural beauty, perfect for nature lovers wanting that forest magic.
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The Pheasantry Brewery (Newark)
Modern elegance meets countryside charm surrounded by 2,000 acres of peaceful farmland.
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Birdholme Glamping (Stanton on the Wolds)
15 acres of woodland and wildflower meadows, perfect for festival-vibe weddings with tipis and tents.
But honestly? Some of my favourite wedding locations are places that aren't "official venues" at all – private gardens, family farms, favourite beaches, woodland clearings, meaningful spots that matter to you. That's the beauty of having a celebrant – we can celebrate anywhere.
What's Included
Standard Package – £550
- Pre-wedding consultation (face-to-face or Zoom) to discuss your vision and get to know each other
- Bespoke, personalised ceremony script capturing your unique love story
- Unlimited emails and video calls – I'm with you every step of the way
- One symbolic ritual option included (ring-warming, sand-blending, unity candle, or something creative)
- Coordination with your venue, photographer and other suppliers
- Ceremony delivery (25-35 minutes as a guide)
- Digital copies of all ceremony materials sent after your wedding
Enhanced Package – £650
Everything in the standard package, plus:
- Ceremony rehearsal so you feel confident and relaxed on the day
- Beautifully bound keepsake copy of your ceremony script
- Gorgeous keepsake ceremony certificate to frame and treasure
Unforgettable Moments
Tailored to You
How We'll Create Your Ceremony
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Step 1: Initial Chat
Email or call me with your date, location and a bit about your vision. We'll have a relaxed conversation to see if we're the right fit.
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Step 2: Consultation
We'll meet (in person or Zoom) for a proper chat about your love story, how you met, what you love about each other, your families, your vision for the day. I'll send you a detailed questionnaire too.
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Step 3: I Write Your Script
Using everything you've shared, I'll craft your ceremony from scratch. This takes time and care – every word is intentional.
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Step 4: Perfecting Together
You'll review the script and we'll refine it together until it's absolutely perfect. Unlimited revisions – seriously, I want you to love every single word.
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Step 5: Your Wedding Day
I'll arrive early, coordinate with your photographer, connect with your venue, and deliver your ceremony with warmth and confidence. Then I'll get out of the way so you can celebrate.
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Step 6: Afterwards
You will receive digital copies of everything. I'll check in a few weeks later to see how married life is treating you, and I'm always here for future celebrations (vow renewals, baby namings – I love staying connected).
What Couples Say
Where Warmth Meets Authentic Storytelling
Your passion and drive were just so evident. You've worked tirelessly to develop and perfect your writing skills and to inject your personality and that of your couples. You have a natural, warm and absorbing voice that makes people want to listen more, and it's clear you have a knack for connecting with people – that's just gold in our world of celebrancy.
No two ceremonies are ever the same
Dragonfly Ceremonies
Ready to Create Something Magical?
Let's chat about your vision, your love story, and how we can craft a ceremony that feels genuinely, beautifully you.
📞 07773 020286 ✉️ dragonflyceremonies@hotmail.com