If you're planning an outdoor ceremony, we'll always have a backup plan. I'm also happy to work with creative solutions like umbrellas or marquees if you want to stay outside come rain or shine.

Bespoke Wedding Ceremonies Cheshire | Roxanne Kim Stephen Celebrant

Q: How long are ceremonies?

Most wedding ceremonies are 20-30 minutes, though we can make yours shorter or longer depending on what you'd like to include.

Q: Can we get married anywhere?

Yes! That's one of the beautiful freedoms of having a celebrant. Gardens, woodlands, beaches, pubs, your favourite park – anywhere that has meaning for you.

Your wedding ceremony, crafted with care

Your wedding ceremony

should be the highlight of your day – not the bit you rush through to get to the good stuff.

It's where you stand together, look at each other, and say "this is us, this is our story, this is what we're choosing." It's where your guests truly understand what your relationship means. It's the moment that sets the tone for everything that follows.

I create wedding ceremonies that feel deeply personal, beautifully delivered, and utterly authentic to who you are as a couple.

Who this is for

You're not looking for a cookie-cutter ceremony. You want something that reflects your personalities, your values, your unique journey together.

Maybe you're:

Dreaming of a timeless and traditional wedding, or heartfelt and simple celebration
Planning a multicultural celebration that honours both your heritages
Getting married somewhere unconventional – a forest, a favourite pub, your own garden
A mature couple or celebrating a second marriage
From the LGBTQ+ community and wanting a fully inclusive ceremony
From the biker community or you want to include unique elements of your lifestyle
Simply tired of traditional ceremonies that don't feel like you

If you value authenticity, creativity, and creating a ceremony that truly represents your relationship, we'll work brilliantly together.

Let's talk about your wedding

What's included When you book me as your wedding celebrant, here's what you get:

An initial consultation

We'll meet (in person, via video, or by phone) to talk about your vision, your story, and what matters most to you.
Detailed questionnaires

These help me understand your relationship in depth – how you met, what you love about each other, the moments that define you as a couple.
A bespoke ceremony script

I'll craft a ceremony that weaves your story throughout, includes meaningful readings or poems, and reflects your personalities. You'll have unlimited revisions until it feels just right.
Up to two symbolic rituals

Choose from handfasting, unity candles, sand ceremonies, ring warming, wine blending, jumping the broom – or we can create something unique to you.
Help with vows

Whether you want to write your own or need support finding the right words, I'm here to help.
Personalised vow booklets

Beautiful keepsakes for you to use during the ceremony and treasure afterwards.
Venue visit (if needed)

I'll visit your venue beforehand to understand the space and plan the logistics.
Coordination with suppliers

I'll liaise with your wedding planner, photographer, venue coordinator, and other suppliers to ensure everything flows seamlessly.
Ceremony delivery

I'll arrive early on your wedding day, coordinate with your team, and deliver your ceremony with warmth and presence.
Presentation script

After your wedding, you'll receive a beautiful presentation copy of your ceremony to keep.
Travel within my service area included

Additional mileage outside my service area charged at 45p per mile

Prices start from £825 This includes everything listed above.

Optional extras include:
- Wedding rehearsal
- Help writing speeches (from £200)
- MC services to support you through to first dance (from £400)

Get in touch

How we'll work together

1. First conversation

We'll have a no-pressure chat about your wedding plans. This is your chance to see if we're a good fit.
2. You book and pay your deposit

Once you decide I'm your celebrant, I'll send booking forms and a contract. Your deposit secures your date.
3. We dive into your story

You'll complete detailed questionnaires, and we'll have deeper conversations about what you want your ceremony to include.
4. I create your ceremony

Using everything you've shared, I'll craft a ceremony script that captures your unique story and relationship.
5. Review and refine

You'll review the draft and we'll make any changes until it's exactly right.
6. Final preparations

About 2-4 weeks before your wedding, we'll have a final meeting to run through everything. If you've opted for a rehearsal, we'll do that at your venue.
7. Your wedding day

I'll arrive early, coordinate with your suppliers, and deliver your ceremony. Then you'll celebrate whilst I quietly slip away.
8. Your keepsake script

After your wedding, I'll send you a presentation copy of your ceremony.

The types of ceremonies I create

Conventional weddings

I craft elegant, meaningful ceremonies – from timeless, traditional weddings to simple, heartfelt celebrations. Whether you’d like a classic ceremony, a romantic garden gathering, or a formal exchange of vows steeped in tradition, I’ll ensure your ceremony perfectly reflects your story and style.
Multicultural weddings

I specialise in blending cultural traditions with sensitivity and respect. Whether you're combining Hindu and Christian elements, incorporating African traditions, celebrating Jewish and Caribbean heritages, or creating something entirely unique – I'll help you honour both your backgrounds beautifully.
Outdoor celebrations

From clifftop elopements to woodland ceremonies, from lakeside vows to garden parties – if you're getting married outside, I'll create a ceremony that suits the setting.
Intimate elopements

Sometimes the best weddings are just the two of you (plus a photographer and your celebrant). I love creating intimate ceremonies that focus purely on your commitment to each other.
Blended family ceremonies

If you're bringing children into your marriage, we can include them in the ceremony in meaningful ways – from family vows to symbolic rituals that celebrate your new family unit.
LGBTQ+ weddings

Love is love, and every couple deserves a ceremony that celebrates them fully. I'll ensure your ceremony is inclusive, affirming, and completely comfortable for you.
Second marriages

There's something beautifully grounded about mature love. I have a soft spot for couples who are celebrating a second chapter, bringing life experience and hard-won wisdom to their commitment.

Reach Out

Why choose me as your celebrant

I'm naturally warm and grounded

I'll guide you through the process with care, answer all your questions, and make sure you feel comfortable and confident.
I understand cultural nuance

As an Afro-Caribbean woman who's lived across continents, I bring genuine understanding to multicultural celebrations. It's not just about including traditions – it's about honouring what they mean.
I create ceremonies people remember

Your guests will talk about your ceremony for years to come – not because it was showy, but because it was real, heartfelt, and uniquely you.
I take care of the details

From coordinating with suppliers to managing the ceremony timing, I'll handle everything so you can simply be present and enjoy the moment.

Frequently asked questions

Do we have to have a legal ceremony first?

In England and Wales, celebrant ceremonies aren't currently legally binding (though this may change soon). Most couples do a quick signing at the registry office either before or after their celebrant ceremony. The signing takes about 20 minutes and costs around £60-70. Your celebrant ceremony is where you exchange vows and celebrate with loved ones.

How long are ceremonies?

Can we get married anywhere?

What if it rains?

Got more questions? Get in touch