FAQ’s
Here’s some answers to some of the most common FAQ’s
CAN A CELEBRANT LEGALLY MARRY US?
Not yet! Right now in England and Wales the answer is no, however the Government are reviewing the current Marriage Act which is totally unfit for purpose . Follow Give Couples Choice for up-to-date information and join the movement.
A Registrar can legally marry you, and they will use a variety of different names ( including the term celebrant) but they don’t have the freedom to create ceremony the way we do. They are local government employees and have to follow a different rule book.
Think of it like this…
A marriage is a legal state of being in the form of a signed contract- Use a registrar for your basic registration of marriage ceremony.
A wedding is a celebration of achieving that legal status – Use a celebrant to create the celebration that truly reflect you. If you are working with me we can include that rituals and rites that
(You register a birth and a death, this never happens on the day someone is born or dies, so equally a marriage registration does not have to happen on the same day you have wedding).
WHERE CAN WE HAVE A CELEBRANT CEREMONY ?
For those old enough to remember the old advert…
Anytime, anyplace, anywhere !
I have created ceremonies on the beach, in the woods, back gardens and public spaces with little to no restrictions.
Well, it really is true! As long as you have the landowners permission you’ll find a celebrant who can accommodate you and help you to create the ceremony you’ve been longing for. ( I don’t personally jump out of planes or get nakey, but I can point you in the direction of someone who will!) I’m happy with my feet on the ground, or in the water, so if you are too, let’s talk.
Do you have any other questions?
Please get in touch and I will be happy to answer you.
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