FAQ

Yes! I’m a fully trained celebrant and a registered solemniser with FuturFaith, which means I can legally marry you almost anywhere in Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland — indoors, outdoors, on a mountain, by the sea, you name it.

A registrar is a government official who performs a standard legal marriage ceremony, often in a set location and with little flexibility. A celebrant-led ceremony is fully personalised, and because I’m a legal solemniser too, you get the best of both — a ceremony that’s meaningful and legally binding.

Yes — if you’d like. I offer non-religious, spiritual, or blended ceremonies that include elements of your faith, culture, or family traditions. It’s entirely up to you.

For weddings, I recommend booking 12–18 months in advance, especially for popular dates. But if your date is sooner — get in touch anyway, I might still be available!

Absolutely. I’m based in Northern Ireland, but I happily travel across Ireland and beyond for ceremonies. Travel fees may apply depending on the distance.

Yes please! I love when couples write personal vows — and if you’re nervous, I can help guide you or even write them with you.

Most wedding ceremonies are around 25–35 minutes, depending on what’s included. But it’s your day — we’ll tailor it to suit your style and timing.

Not exactly — but we have a lot in common!

Like a Humanist celebrant, I create personal, non-religious or blended ceremonies that are completely focused on your values, story, and relationship. The main difference is that I’m part of FuturFaith — a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that embraces all beliefs, identities, and traditions.

So while Humanist ceremonies are strictly non-religious, I can include spiritual, cultural or even gentle religious elements if they’re important to you — or keep it fully secular if that’s your preference. The key is that it’s your ceremony, your way.

Unlike Humanist celebrants in Northern Ireland, I am also a registered Solemniser with HSE in Ireland, which means I have the added benefit of also being able to legally marry you across the whole island of Ireland.

A naming day is a non-religious alternative to a christening. It’s a joyful, family-focused celebration to welcome your child (biological, adopted, or otherwise) into the world and your community.

Absolutely. You can include any special people — guideparents, grandparents, siblings, or friends — with readings, promises, or symbolic gestures.

As someone who is adopted myself, I understand how profound and emotional this experience can be. I’d be honoured to help you create a ceremony that reflects your story, your bond, and your hopes for the future as a family.

Yes, absolutely. My Adoption Welcoming Ceremonies are a beautiful way to honour and celebrate this incredible moment in your family’s journey.

These ceremonies are similar in style to a naming day but are tailored specifically for adopted children — whether they’re babies, older children, or teens — and can include guideparents, grandparents, and other loved ones in meaningful ways.

Both. I create inclusive, heartfelt ceremonies that reflect the life and beliefs of the person who has passed — whether that’s completely secular, lightly spiritual, or includes specific religious elements.

Yes, and I’ll help you shape the ceremony in a way that feels meaningful and manageable during such a difficult time.

I can lead ceremonies in funeral homes, crematoriums, family homes, or meaningful outdoor spaces across Northern Ireland and Ireland.

It starts with a relaxed chat to see if we’re a good fit. If you’d like to go ahead, I’ll send over a booking form and deposit details to secure your date. From there, I’ll guide you every step of the way.

Yes — for weddings and naming ceremonies, I’ll send you a full draft in advance so you can make sure it’s just right. (Funeral scripts may have a shorter turnaround, but I always seek family input.)

Prices vary depending on the type of ceremony, location, and what’s involved. I’m happy to provide a detailed quote — just get in touch for a friendly chat.