Rachel Parkin Celebrant

13/06/2026

I've given my website a refresh!
I've updated the content and changed the layout a little bit. And yes, I did stay up past my bedtime doing it.

Creative ceremonies, all about you Weddings and civil partnerships, Vow renewals, Naming ceremonies Cover photo: Sonia Oliver

29/05/2026

Now I hate to shatter the illusion, but under current law, celebrant weddings in England aren't legally recognised. First taking b**gs, now this. That celebrant is proper dodgy.

The good news is, there's an easy way round it. What Vicki and Ross should have done (and can do now, it's not too late) is have a Statutory Ceremony at their local Register Office. It's a simple ceremony with 2 witnesses that fulfills the legal requirements of marriage.

As a celebrant, I'm not allowed to say 'You are now married' or ' pronounce you husband and wife' like this dodgy one did. Again, there's an easy way round it: I used the term 'wedding' instead of 'marriage', and I'll say something like 'Please welcome the newlyweds.'

And I'll always say "You may now kiss!"

If you'd like to know more about celebrant weddings and the legal framework, visit the 'Legalities of Marriage' page on my website (Link in bio )

29/05/2026

Congratulations to Walford's newlyweds, Vicki and Ross.
Now I don't know where that celebrant came from but she looked a bit dodgy to me. How many notes did she stash in her handbag in the end?

Seriously though, you won't need to b**g me a £50 to stay a bit later. I'll encourage you to take all the time you need and enjoy every moment of your day.

Hopefully your ceremony won't be delayed by revelations of infidelity, but if you need more time to get ready, or to calm your nerves or to have a few moments together before the ceremony, I'm here for you. I only ever do one ceremony a day, so I won't be rushing off anywhere.

So if you want a ceremony with the right kind of drama, get in touch.

29/05/2026

I mean, I know I like my ceremonies to have a bit of drama ….but not like this!

26/04/2026