Here you'll find the inner workings of my mind to do with all things Celebrant and other topics that I think you might find useful. And, as an extra treat, there will be blogs from other suppliers whose advice and experience I really value too.

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If you are planning to tie the knot, you will need to attend a “Notice of Marriage” appointment at a registery office in your local borough to comply with the legal formalities of getting married. During this appointment, you will need to provide proof of identity, nationality, and residency, as well as your freedom to […]

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April 30, 2023

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To mark my sixth anniversary as an Independent Celebrant (and I thought I may as well celebrate my 60th birthday at the same time), I hosted a beautiful black-tie event at The Lansdowne Club in Mayfair, London where I am a preferred supplier. This luxurious evening (ladies in long black evening dresses and men in […]

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November 13, 2024

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A beautiful black tie event where I (Sarah Smart) was asked to live paint guests for an event with Jennifer Patrice. Held in The Ballroom of The Lansdowne in Mayfair, each portrait taking approx ten minutes per person.

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November 12, 2024

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“The Long Haul” at RSVP Symposium in Madrid takes this Independent Celebrant on a Journey to Success! The RSVP Symposium in Madrid was an unforgettable event for me (as an Independent Celebrant) looking to network, hone and improve my craft. As a wedding celebrant who is fortunate to travel around the world conducting ceremonies, attending […]

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April 26, 2023

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If I had a penny (not a pound) for every time I get asked this question, I would be a very rich woman by now! So where do I start?! There are many reasons why you should hire a Wedding Celebrant that I think the question should actually be “Why didn’t you hire a Celebrant”? […]

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April 16, 2023

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