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Rites of Way Ceremonies with Soul
Personal, heartfelt and inclusive ceremonies that feel completely and authentically you.
I'm Carolyn (Cas) Holmes, a Master Celebrant creating weddings, vow renewals, naming ceremonies and pet ceremonies that are warm, meaningful and deeply personal.
My couples often tell me they felt completely at ease from our very first conversation. I take the time to understand your story, your values and what matters most to you, creating a ceremony that reflects who you are and the life you share.
Whether you're planning a wedding, vow renewal, naming ceremony, family celebration or a ceremony that includes your beloved pet, I'll work closely with you to create an experience that feels genuine, heartfelt and memorable.
I specialise in outdoor and nature-inspired ceremonies, multicultural and inclusive celebrations, accessible and disability-aware practice, and meaningful family involvement. Every ceremony is written with you as the focus, thoughtfully tailored to you, incorporating personal stories, symbolic rituals, cultural traditions, music, readings and special moments that celebrate what makes you unique.
Ceremonies & Services
• Weddings
• Vow Renewals
• Naming Ceremonies
• Pet Ceremonies & Pet Memorials
• Handfasting Ceremonies
• Family & Unity Rituals
• Vow-Writing Support
• Inclusive & Multilingual Ceremonies
• Outdoor & Nature-Inspired Celebrations
What Couples Say
"You created a ceremony that felt so personal, heartfelt and completely us."
"We felt completely at ease."
"Carolyn is so passionate about the work she does and was dedicated to making our day special."
"She created a space of unity, joy and respect."
Get in Touch
If you're looking for a celebrant who will genuinely listen, understand your story and create a ceremony filled with warmth, meaning and authenticity, I'd love to hear from you.
Based in Bedfordshire, near Hitchin and Shefford, and serving Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire and London.
Finalist: Service Excellence SME Bedfordshire Business Awards 2026
- Woman-owned
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Reviews for Carolyn (Cas) the Celebrant
A beautifully personalised ceremony telling our story!
Communication was great and Carolyn has been completely supportive throughout. Carolyn is so passionate about the work she does and was dedicated to making our day special. Our ceremony was everything we asked for and more and we couldn’t thank Carolyn enough! We would highly encourage Carolyn to anyone looking for their celebrant.
Carolyn Made Our Wedding Truly Magical!
From the very beginning, Carolyn took the time to understand our story, our values, and the unique blend of our two cultures and religions. What she created was far more than just a ceremony — it was a deeply meaningful and emotional experience that touched us and every one of our guests.
Her script was beautifully written, heartfelt, and personal — full of love, warmth, and authenticity. She even went the extra mile to write it in both English and Portuguese, which meant the world to us and made my mother feel included and respected. That thoughtfulness is something we will always remember with gratitude.
Carolyn also managed to bring together our different beliefs and traditions with so much grace and sensitivity. She created a space of unity, joy, and respect — something truly special that reflected exactly who we are as a couple.
Thank you, Carolyn, for your kindness, your beautiful energy, and for helping us create a ceremony we will cherish forever. You exceeded all expectations, and we couldn’t have dreamed of anyone better to guide us through this moment.
— Lucia & Sokol
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