Blogs
Stop greeting your guests like it’s 1952!
In my latest blog, I’m talking about how to welcome your tribe properly (without the "school assembly" vibes).
Friends of Everlong Ceremonies
Explore all the lovely people I have worked with and would make your wedding day even more AMAZING!
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Holywell Estate, Swanmore
Wickham Vineyard Estate, Wickham
Secret Garden Weddings, Ringwood
Hollybank House, Emsworth
Hawbridge Farm, Binstead
Portsmouth Distillery, Southsea
Meadow View Events, Bishops Waltham
The Square Tower, Southsea
The Sustainability Centre, Petersfield
Gambledown Farm, Romsey
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Ever Lace Media - Content Creator
Kind Calligraphy - Stationary
Thyme & Tide - Bar
Bar by Charlotte - Bar
Keshira Creative Events - Wedding Planner/Stylist
FAQs
Can we get married legally with you?
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I’m afraid not yet (but we’re working on it). Your legal bit is done at the registry office, which couples tend to do before their ‘proper’ celebration. The fun, meaningful, personalised ceremony happens with me.
What if the weather turns when we’re getting married outdoors?
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I’ve worked in drizzle, sunshine, sideways wind and optimistic British forecasts. We’ll sort out plans A, B, and C, all of them lovely. We can make it cosy and just as personal if the rain falls, and relaxed and chilled if the sun is too hot!
Do you travel?
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Yes, across England, “have campervan will travel!” Oh, and I even go abroad if you bribe me with ice cream.
How long is a ceremony?
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Usually 30–40 minutes of proper emotion, well-timed humour and smooth storytelling. But it’s entirely up to you, although I find any longer and Uncle Bob starts frothing at the mouth, desperate for a drink!
What’s the difference between a Registrar and a Celebrant?
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If you’re happy to have a wedding at a set time, in a licensed venue approved by the local council, with a formal, legal guided script from someone you’ve never met for 15/20 mins, then a registrar is for you.
However, if you want your wedding as the sunsets over the Southdowns, whilst lanterns are flickering amongst your guests sitting on hay bales in the middle of a wildflower meadow, listening to your love story told by a new friend who has got to know you well enough to tell your funniest, warmest moments with heart, then a celebrant-led ceremony is perfect.
All you have to do to make it legal is pop to a registry office to complete the paperwork, unless, of course, you choose a commitment ceremony, in which case you can skip this altogether.
For more information, download my ‘Your guide to a celebrant-led ceremony’ here
Can we include our pets in our ceremony?
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Absolutely! Dogs, horses, cats, rabbits, you name it, we can include them. It’s your day, so let’s do what you want. I love it when couples want to include their fur babies; we can design the best way to incorporate them into your ceremony. They say never work with animals and children, but I say, “Hey, let’s do it!”
How much is a 2+2 appointment with the registrar?
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On average between £50 - £60 depending on council. It takes 10 mins to complete and don’t forget you need two witnesses.
Contact Details
Whether you have a question, an idea, or just want to say hello, feel free to give me a shout. I’m here to help.
