Meet Rachel
Creating Ceremonies That Feel Authentically you.
Hi! I'm Rachel – a wedding celebrant based in North East England, and I'm here to help you create a ceremony that feels authentically, joyfully you.
I'm also a wife, a mum to my daughter, and devoted dog-parent to Molly, my beagle. When I'm not crafting ceremonies, you'll usually find me outdoors – walking Molly through the countryside, horse riding, or hiking across the beautiful North East landscapes I'm lucky to call home.
How I Became a Celebrant
My journey to celebrancy began in an unexpected place — the Himalayas. I was taking part in a charity trek, and during those incredible days surrounded by mountains, new people, and meaningful conversations, I had my lightbulb moment. A couple of those friends had recently become celebrants, and as we chatted about their work, something clicked. Maybe this was something I could do too.
I was already at a point of reflecting on what I wanted to do next, and celebrancy seemed to pull together everything I loved — meeting new people, making genuine connections, telling someone’s story in a way that feels real and true to them, and creating experiences that truly matter. It felt like the perfect next chapter.
Where I've Come From
My Journey to Celebrancy
I started my career in tourism management after completing my degree at university. For a decade, I worked in tourism, events, and marketing management within visitor attractions. I loved the creativity, the people, and the energy of bringing experiences to life.
Eventually, I decided to follow a lifelong ambition and move into teaching. I became a university lecturer, teaching tourism, events, and marketing management – the same subjects I'd lived and breathed for a decade.
What I loved most about lecturing was working with my students and watching them grow in confidence. Seeing them blossom from their first day to graduation was incredibly rewarding. That same sense of purpose and joy is what I bring to celebrancy now.
Why I Love What I Do
I've always loved weddings. When my husband and I got married, we did so much of it ourselves – adding personal touches and elements of our personality into every detail. That same creative energy, that desire to make something meaningful and personal, is what drives me as a celebrant.
I love organizing parties, hosting events, and bringing people together. Being a celebrant lets me combine all the things I’m passionate about — creating meaningful experiences, connecting with people, and crafting celebrations that feel truly special. It’s the perfect fit.
Most importantly, I love meeting couples and crafting ceremonies that celebrate their love and connection. Guiding you through the process, sharing ideas, and watching your vision come to life – that's what brings me joy.
My Approach
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Authentic
Your ceremony should feel like you – honest, heartfelt, and completely genuine. I celebrate individual love stories and weave personal touches into every aspect, so every element has meaning and connection to you as a couple.
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Relaxed
I'm all about creating fun, relaxed ceremonies that feel like celebrations rather than formal occasions. No stiff scripts or awkward moments – just warmth, laughter, and genuine emotion.
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Creative
No idea is off limits. I help couples discover unique ways to make their ceremony special, whether that's through bespoke rituals, unexpected readings, or meaningful symbolic gestures that reflect your story.
What I Believe
Your ceremony should be meaningful without being formal, emotional without being heavy, and joyful without being forced. Every couple deserves a ceremony that reflects who they truly are – not a template or a generic script. The heart of your day should be your connection, and everything we create together should place you and your love at the centre.