Ewan Main: humanist wedding and naming ceremonies

26/03/2026

Not something you see every day - two swans building a nest. I’m sure there’s something poetic and wedding-related I should say…

15/03/2026

One week ago: perhaps my favourite thing ever seen on the wall of a grand wedding venue.

08/03/2026

My first wedding of 2026, and they’ve kindly laid on a welcoming party for me

21/01/2026

Well, this was a surprise when I logged in today! One of just three celebrants in North Yorkshire to have been given this.

It’s based on reviews and feedback from people I’ve worked with, so a huge, heartfelt thanks to everyone who has written such unreservedly lovely things about me on Hitched!

And thank you for brightening my day! Love you 😘

22/12/2025

19/12/2025

Tried something for the first time this week - magazine advertising! Landing now on thousands of doorsteps in York.

Have to say, the Your Local Link people made the whole thing a pleasure. I am intrigued to see what happens…

Probably time for my regular hat-tip to photographer John Hope for the picture that keeps on giving

02/10/2025

This is fantastic news! We're not there yet, but the Government has now specifically said they WILL give full legal recognition to humanist weddings in England and Wales.

To be clear: the fact that, currently, people have to register the legalities separately from their main wedding ceremony, does not at all stop a humanist wedding from being meaningful, having gravitas, and being the day when you *really* got married in every way that matters. But it's just plainly unfair that religious couples don't have to jump through the extra hoop.

If you're thinking of getting married, or already planning a wedding (whether you're working with me or not) and are wondering what all this means for you, get in touch. Always happy to talk it through and tell you more.

The UK Government has announced that it will finally legally recognise humanist marriages in England and Wales, but only as part of wider marriage reform on which it has announced further consultation. After 12 years of humanist marriages being under review, Humanists UK has welcomed the Government....

17/07/2025

Wedding traditions can be beautiful, but many of them come with rituals and norms which might not feel quite right for you as a couple.

Your wedding should reflect you, and your love, not expectations.

You don’t have to walk down the aisle if you don't want to, and if you choose to, no one has to walk you down it. But if someone special does, that’s wonderful too! We’ve seen humanist weddings with no aisle at all, and we’ve seen grandmas walk granddaughters down the aisle (both were lovely and meaningful).

A humanist celebrant can help you shape a non-religious wedding ceremony that feels right to the both of you, inclusive by design.

Traditions can be wonderful and inspiring, but they’re not rules!
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Your wedding, your way

You don’t have to walk down the aisle,
both/either of you can if you want to.

No one has to walk you down the aisle. Anyone who feels right for the role can.

You don’t need a best man,
but you can have one, or two, or a whole supportive crew of best people!

Traditions can be wonderful,
but they’re not rules!

25/05/2025

One year ago today - the lovely Ben and Megan’s wedding at .

Swords, guard of honour, bagpiper playing the Top Gun theme - what’s not to like?

Anyway - happy first anniversary folks!
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