That’s very common and not a problem at all. I will lead the process and can give you as much help and guidance as you would like. I can advise on readings, music, promises and a whole series of big and small issues that will help the day to go well.

Yes, of course. It’s important you have a chance to check that I am a good match for you. I am always happy to meet up without obligation for a chat and a cup of coffee. If you’re further afield, an initial phone call or a chat on Skype/ Facetime works well.

There’s no rule but I do get booked up quite a while in advance, especially on Saturdays during the summer. If I am busy I will always be happy to recommend someone else.

Feel free to ask me whatever you want to know. We can talk about how I put a ceremony together and you can let me know your initial thoughts about what you want from the occasion, plus venue ideas and dates. I will naturally want to get to know about you as a couple, and hear any thoughts and ideas that you may have for your ceremony. If you don’t have any ideas at this stage, don’t worry – we can create a wonderful ceremony together.

Wherever you like, as long as it is safe to do so, and you have the permission of the landowner. See my section on Humanist Wedding Venue Ideas

Each ceremony is written specifically for the couple; there is no set format. But as a guide, a typical wedding might include readings or poems, music, the “Story’ of the couple so far and why they are choosing to marry. The couple will make vows or commitments to each other and often exchange rings.

Yes I certainly do. Indeed, Humanists UK celebrants have been conducting ceremonies for same sex couples for at least two decades and were instrumental in successfully campaigning for legal same-sex marriage.