Celebrant-Led Ceremony, On-The-Day Co-Ordination, DIY Venue Dressing & Photography

Create the Wedding Of Your Dreams!

Video Voice Over By Christie

Welcome to Lover of the Light Ceremonies

Heartfelt ceremonies, helpful hands, and a dash of wedding-day magic.

Hello! I’m Christie – a proud Yorkshire lass, romantic at heart, and the woman behind Lover of the Light Ceremonies. I’m so pleased you’ve found me.

If you’re here, you’re probably planning a day that’s close to your heart – and you want it to feel personal, relaxed, and genuinely you. Whether you're dreaming of a candlelit ceremony, a garden wedding with DIY touches, or a full-on festival-style celebration, I'm here to help you bring it to life, your way.

Here’s what I offer (separately – pick what you need!):

💍 Celebrant-Led Ceremonies
This is where it all began. I write and deliver warm, joyful, and inclusive ceremonies that celebrate your love story, your way. From handfastings to goth weddings to simple, soul-stirring elopements – if you want a ceremony that’s heartfelt and truly personal, I’ve got you.

📋 On-the-Day Coordination
You’ve done all the planning, now you need someone to keep it on track. I’ll be your calm, friendly presence on the day – managing suppliers, smoothing over hiccups, and making sure things run like clockwork while you actually enjoy yourself.

🎀 DIY Venue Dressing
You’ve gathered the decorations, now you need someone to turn your Pinterest board into reality. I’ll dress your venue using your own items, just as you envisioned. No stress, no dragging in the bridal party – just a beautifully styled space ready for “I do”.

📸 Photography & Celebrant Package
For those wanting a simple, meaningful celebration with stunning photos, I’ve teamed up with John Barrett Photography to offer a special package: ceremony + professional photography across the UK. It’s romantic, documentary candid style, relaxed, and packed with personality.

A little about me? I was born in Bradford, raised in sunny Cape Town, and now live in Leeds with my husband John, our kids, and a life full of love, football, and cups of tea. I’m a people person through and through, and I love helping couples feel completely themselves on their wedding day.

Whether you're after just a celebrant, a helping hand with your venue setup, someone to take the reins on the big day, or a beautifully simple package with photos included, you can pick and choose what works best for you.

Everyone’s welcome here. All love stories. All backgrounds. All vibes.

If you’re after a down-to-earth celebrant and wedding wingwoman who’ll listen, support, and cheer you on, you’ve just found her.

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So… what is a celebrant, exactly?

Great question – and one I get asked all the time!

In England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, a celebrant is someone who creates and leads bespoke, non-legally binding ceremonies. That might sound a bit official, but what it really means is this: with a celebrant, your ceremony can be absolutely anything you want it to be.

There are no scripts, no rules, and no restrictions on location, content or creativity. Want to get married barefoot in a forest? Go for it. Fancy including a handfasting, a sand ceremony, a shot of tequila mid-vows, or a poem your nan wrote? Absolutely. It’s your day, your way.

The key thing to know is that celebrant-led weddings (outside of Scotland) aren’t legally binding – just like a church blessing or a symbolic ceremony. To make it official, couples usually pop to the local registry office to do the legal bit before or after the big day. Lots of people call this the “two-part” wedding: one bit for the paperwork, and one for the celebration.

And let me tell you – the celebration bit is where the magic happens.

As a celebrant, I take time to get to know you, learn your love story, and create a ceremony that feels like you. It's personal, meaningful, full of heart (and often a few happy tears!). Whether it’s a wedding, vow renewal, or commitment ceremony, I’m there to hold the space, guide the energy, and help you and your guests feel relaxed, connected and totally present in the moment.

So, in short: a celebrant gives you the freedom to say "I do" your way – wherever, whenever, and however feels right for you.

Making it legal – the simple (and affordable) way

Because celebrant-led weddings in England, Wales and Northern Ireland aren’t legally binding (just yet!), most couples choose to do the legal bit separately – and it’s honestly super straightforward.

Here’s how it works:

Give Notice
You’ll need to book an appointment at your local register office to give notice of marriage. This is a legal requirement where you confirm who you’re marrying, where, and when. You both need to attend in person, and it must be done at least 29 days before your legal ceremony. Most councils charge around £35 per person for this step.
Book a “2 + 2” Ceremony
Once your notice period is complete, you can book a basic legal ceremony – just the two of you, two witnesses, and a registrar. It’s short, sweet and fuss-free – usually just enough time to say the legal vows and sign the register. Costs are typically around £50–£70, depending on your local authority.
Celebrate Your Way
Now you’re legally married, we get to focus on the good stuff – your personal, joy-filled ceremony with all the love, laughter and meaningful moments you truly want. Whether that’s in a woodland glade, your nan’s back garden, or a windswept hilltop – we’ll make it magical.

✨ Simple. Stress-free. And exactly how you want it.

What is On-the-Day Coordination?

You’ve spent months (maybe years!) planning your wedding – every detail lovingly chosen, every moment imagined. But when the big day arrives, the last thing you want is to be worrying about whether the confetti’s in the right place, the suppliers have arrived, or the music’s cued at the right time.

That’s where I come in.

On-the-Day Coordination means I’m there behind the scenes, making sure everything runs smoothly – so you can relax and enjoy every second.

I’ll be your go-to person on the day – checking in with suppliers, keeping an eye on timings, managing any last-minute changes, and making sure everything flows just as you planned. From ceremony setup to confetti toss, I’ve got you covered.

Think of me as your calm, organised, friendly extra pair of hands – quietly making sure things happen as they should, without you having to lift a finger.

It’s perfect if:

You’ve planned the wedding yourselves but want peace of mind on the day
You don’t have a venue coordinator (or they’re limited in what they do)
You want someone who knows your plans and truly gets your vibe

I’ll work with you ahead of time to understand your vision, your suppliers, your timeline – and then on the day, I’ll bring it all together, so you and your guests can just soak up the magic.

No stress, no drama – just a smooth, joyful day where you feel totally taken care of.

What is DIY Venue Dressing?

You’ve gathered all the gorgeous decorations – the candles, the signs, the centrepieces – lovingly chosen to reflect your style and vision. But when it comes to setting it all up on the morning of your wedding, the last thing you want is to be rushing around with a clipboard while trying to enjoy the build-up to your big day.

That’s where I come in.

DIY Venue Dressing means I’ll step in on the day to bring your vision to life – setting up all of your décor exactly how you imagined it, so everything looks picture-perfect when you walk in.

From laying out centrepieces and dressing tables, to placing signs, arranging the ceremony space, and styling all the little details – I’ll make sure your hard work pays off. You provide the decorations, and I’ll take care of the setup.

Think of me as your creative, practical, calm pair of hands – styling your venue with care, so you don’t have to worry about a thing.