Maxine Ward - Celebrant

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Maxine Ward - Celebrant I create entirely bespoke occasions, to make your celebrations special and create wonderful memories. I'm a great listener. I’m a Curious Listener.

Weddings
Renewal of Vows
Baby Naming
Special Family Occasions

I work in Wiltshire and the surrounding counties but am delighted to travel further. My background as a life coach enables me to put you at ease and get the best from you so that you can put your imagination to work and make your day like no other. I am supportive, compassionate, enjoy writing and making every ceremony beautiful and bespoke. I like to get to the very heart of your story so that you can tell it to the world and remember it forever. My background managing large recruitment projects for companies means that meticulous planning is very important to me. I am Down to Earth Relationships are important to me. I love to support people and bring out the best in them. My family and friends tell me that I am their rock. I am really interested in people and my background as a life coach enables me ask the right questions to get to the heart of who you are and how to make the ceremony your own. As an experienced Life Coach , I can even help you with pre-wedding nerves. I’m a Wordsmith. I love writing and after asking those important questions will work with you to create ceremony or service that is highly personalised, taking great care in choosing the right words, with the right tone and atmosphere. I am Well Organised. I have strong project management skills and meticulous attention to detail. I have to know the when, where, how, who and why. The practical management of your ceremony is key

And most of all I love to see people having a wonderful time. I can't wait to meet you.

06/08/2026
When I look back at this wedding, I don’t think about the weather, the flowers or the table decorations.I remember the s...
05/08/2026

When I look back at this wedding, I don’t think about the weather, the flowers or the table decorations.

I remember the smiles.

The laughter.

The applause.

The way everyone was completely caught up in the moment.

That’s always what I’m hoping to create.

A ceremony that feels relaxed.

Warm.

Joyful.

A ceremony where your family and friends don’t simply witness your marriage, but feel part of it too.

Because years from now, I hope you remember so much more than how your wedding looked.

I hope you remember how it felt.

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Creating bespoke wedding ceremonies across Wiltshire, the Cotswolds, Bath, Bristol, Somerset and Hampshire.

People often ask what I actually do as a wedding celebrant.The truth is, very little of it is spent standing at the fron...
27/07/2026

People often ask what I actually do as a wedding celebrant.

The truth is, very little of it is spent standing at the front on a wedding day.

Most of my time is spent getting to know you.

Listening to your story over coffee. Meeting you at your venue so I can understand the atmosphere you’re creating. Walking through the space where you’ll say “I do”. Talking to your venue team. Discovering the little details that make your relationship unlike anyone else’s.

Then comes the writing.

Not filling in a template or changing a few names, but starting with a blank page and creating a ceremony that’s written entirely for you. Sometimes that means weaving in a blessing inspired by the way you met. Sometimes it’s finding just the right words to capture your journey together. It’s those personal touches that transform a ceremony into something your guests will remember long after the day is over.

Because your ceremony isn’t just the beginning of your wedding.

It’s the moment everyone will remember.

And after a day spent hearing your stories and creating new memories with you, I head home to make a few memories of my own with the one waiting for me there. ❤️

If you’re looking for a ceremony that’s warm, personal and unmistakably yours, I’d love to hear your story.

WHY I BECAME A WEDDING CELEBRANT....You've probably spent hours thinking about your venue, what to wear, your flowers, y...
26/07/2026

WHY I BECAME A WEDDING CELEBRANT....You've probably spent hours thinking about your venue, what to wear, your flowers, your photographer and maybe even your cake.
But have you stopped to think about the person who's going to stand at the front of your wedding and tell your story?
Because that's a pretty important job.

After all, your ceremony isn't just the beginning of your wedding day. It's the moment everything else revolves around. It's where you'll see each other, make your promises and share one of the most significant moments of your lives with the people you love most.
That's why I became a celebrant.

Not because I wanted to stand in front of a room full of people, but because I've always been fascinated by people and their stories.
Every person I meet has lived a completely unique life. Every relationship has its own little moments, traditions, adventures and memories that make it unlike any other.
Those are the things I love discovering.

When we sit down together, I won't be working my way through a checklist. I'll want to know how you met. Who made the first move. What makes you laugh until your sides hurt. What your friends always tease you about. The little moments that might seem ordinary to you, but are actually the moments that tell your story better than anything else ever could.
Because those are the moments that make your guests smile and think, "That's so them."

My role isn't simply to conduct your ceremony.
It's to create something that feels so personal your guests couldn't imagine anyone else standing where I am.

Before becoming a celebrant, I spent many years working with people in senior leadership roles and later as a professional mediator. Those careers taught me something incredibly valuable: how to listen.
Really listen.
Not just to the words people say, but to what matters most to them.
It's a skill I bring to every ceremony I write.
Whether you're planning an elegant country house wedding, a relaxed barn celebration or an intimate gathering with your closest family and friends, my goal is always exactly the same.

To create a ceremony that feels effortless.
Warm.
Natural.
Personal.
One that makes people laugh.
One that might bring a few happy tears.
And one that you'll still be talking about years from now.
Because your ceremony shouldn't feel like it could belong to anyone else.
It should feel unmistakably yours.
If that sounds like the kind of ceremony you're looking for, I'd love to hear your story.

If you're planning your wedding in Wiltshire, the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire or Somerset, let's arrange a relaxed chat over coffee (or Zoom). I'd love to hear all about the two of you and how I can help create a ceremony that's every bit as unforgettable as the rest of your day.

Making memories is the best feeling ❤️ what would you like to remember about yours?
25/07/2026

Making memories is the best feeling ❤️ what would you like to remember about yours?

Your wedding your way.Lou and Dave got ready together at home, met their friends at the pub and then everyone jumped on ...
06/01/2026

Your wedding your way.
Lou and Dave got ready together at home, met their friends at the pub and then everyone jumped on a coach to the barn. The wedding was quirky, relaxed and full of laughter.

I'm always thrilled to be the celebrant at . It's a fantastic wedding venue and the perfect choice for Emily and Nick's ...
05/01/2026

I'm always thrilled to be the celebrant at . It's a fantastic wedding venue and the perfect choice for Emily and Nick's intimate and joyful celebration.

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Gable End
Chippenham
SN152EQ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+447919598013

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