Your wedding ceremony shouldn’t feel awkward, rushed, or like it’s been heard a hundred times before; it should feel like you.

If the thought of a stiff, impersonal ceremony makes you cringe a little, you’re not alone, and it doesn’t have to be that way.

Ceremonies by Simon creates wedding and vow renewal ceremonies that feel real, personal, and completely centred around the couple, not scripts, templates, or box-ticking.

Based in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, Simon works with couples across Yorkshire and beyond who want their ceremony to feel genuinely meaningful. The kind of ceremony where guests laugh, quietly wipe away a tear, and afterwards say, “That was so you.”

Simon believes the ceremony should be the emotional heart of the day, the moment where everything slows down, and your story is told properly. Every ceremony is written entirely from scratch, shaped around each couple’s personalities, values, and the life they’re building together.

From the very first meet & greet, couples often say they feel instantly at ease. Simon takes time to really listen to what matters most, what doesn’t, and what couples might be quietly worrying about. Whether that’s feeling nervous about speaking in front of people, wondering how personal is too personal, or simply wanting something that doesn’t feel awkward or clichéd.

There’s no pressure and no expectation to have everything figured out. Just a relaxed, open conversation where couples can be themselves and start imagining what their ceremony could be.

Your ceremony doesn’t need to be over-the-top; it just needs to feel right.

Ceremonies can be romantic, light-hearted, meaningful, informal, or quietly powerful, often a blend of all of those. Personal vows, readings, music, laughter, guest involvement, and symbolic rituals such as handfasting or sand blending are all thoughtfully woven in if they feel right for the couple. Nothing is included unless it has meaning.

Simon is proudly inclusive and celebrates love in all its forms. Every couple is welcomed openly, warmly, and without judgment, because love doesn’t need labels or permission, just space to be honoured properly.

On the day itself, Simon is calm, reassuring, and fully present, guiding the ceremony smoothly while keeping the focus exactly where it belongs. Couples often describe him as sincere, caring, and someone who feels like a steady pair of hands during an emotional moment.

The best ceremonies don’t feel like performances; they feel like moments.

If you’re looking for a ceremony that feels natural, personal, and genuinely yours, and a celebrant who understands what you’re feeling and helps you enjoy the journey, a relaxed meet & greet with Simon is the perfect place to start.