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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022

Last update: December 2025

David Linaker - The Celebrant is an independent wedding celebrant offering a blend of sacred, secular, modern and traditional ceremonies. David strives to provide a personal experience so couples that can have the ceremony of their dreams. David helps couples draw on the wisdom of their experience to create a celebration that gives a voice to their love and hopes for the future. He also delights in blending spiritual beliefs to create a unique and balanced ceremony. As a former senior priest, David Linaker - The Celebrant has the expertise to bring your vision to life.

Services Offered

  • Fabulous, unique ceremonies tailored to your needs
  • Engaging and fun preparation meetings and sirte visits to bring your dreams alive
  • A stylish, warm and homourous approach that puts you and your guests at ease
  • Collaboration with venues, planners and other suppliers worldwide
  • A confident and charimng Master of Ceremonies to make your whole day flow

Frequently asked questions

Language:

English

Religion:

Anglican
Non-religious/humanist

Type:

Celebrant
Officiant
Master of ceremonies
Toastmaster

Served in

Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire

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Reviews for David Linaker - The Celebrant

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Emily Sent on 22/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Better than we could have ever imagined!

We got married at the beautiful Wellington Barn, Caine on the 15th May 2025. David stepped in for us 12 days before our wedding as the celebrant we had booked cancelled on us. However we couldn’t be happier that we had David take our ceremony and wish we had booked with him from the start. He was wonderful, very calm and reassuring, put together a script for us so quickly and made a real effort to put us at ease. The ceremony was our favourite part of the day by a mile. David was wonderful with the guest and getting them involved. He scripted a beautifully heartfelt ceremony while also being lighthearted and had us all laughing at times. We can’t recommend David enough!!!!! We have had so many compliments on how wonderful he was and how perfect the ceremony was. We are both in our early 30’s and had family and friends there of all ages. It felt like we had know David for ages and that he felt part of the family. He was incredibly professional and gave us the perfect mix between at traditional ceremony format while making it fun, personal and have a relaxed modern feel. Thank you so much David for giving us the most magical and perfect ceremony, we wish we could do it all over again!!! Love Mr & Mrs Chidrawi xxx
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Edward Sent on 15/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Wedding Celebrant

David was truly wonderful - his ceremony was so well personalised to us, the occasion, and the location. He struck a perfect balance between treating the occasion with reverence and including moments of levity/humour. It wasn’t just us who loved it - every person we spoke to about that part of the day was effusive. We're so grateful to David and strongly recommend him to anyone looking for celebrant.
Sandra
Sandra Sent on 29/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Celebrant

David did a fantastic job with our ceremony. He spoke very clearly and his experience shone through. He was very professional and responsive from the beginning of the wedding planning. The spontaneous touches of humour and the interactions with the band went down very well. Thanks David.
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Wayne Sent on 27/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Professional but Elegant

David is top notch! He made our wedding day very special, and I would recommend his talents to anyone.
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Toby Sent on 27/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Very impressive

Not only did we enjoy working with David both ahead of the wedding and on the day but it was a common reference from our guests about how good David was as a celebrant. He helped guide us through the wedding very well and kept everyone calm.
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Ali G. Sent on 06/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wouldn’t change a thing!!

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. David, you made our day so special. From our very first zoom call to the day of the wedding, you made us feel so comfortable and heard. Our wedding ceremony was so personal and you set the tone for our wedding perfectly. So full of happiness! Everyone has commented since on how incredible you were/are. Thank you!
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Meet the team

David Linaker
David Linaker
Celebrant

Hi, I’m David – a wedding celebrant who believes your ceremony should feel as real, rich, and remarkable as your love story.

I’ve spent much of my life working with people at the most important moments—welcoming new life, celebrating love, saying goodbye. As a former Anglican priest and now an independent celebrant, I bring a depth of experience, warmth, and wisdom to every ceremony I create.

Based in the UK, I specialise in crafting beautifully personal, non-religious wedding ceremonies for couples who want something more meaningful than a registry office but less formal than a church. Whether you’re eloping, planning a traditional wedding, or creating something totally unique, I’ll work with you to design a ceremony that reflects your values, your journey, and your love.

I take time to get to know you—your story, your sense of humour, what matters most—and together we’ll create something unforgettable. From the first conversation to the final 'I do', I’ll guide you with clarity, creativity, and a genuine desire to make your day extraordinary.

If you’re dreaming of a ceremony that’s thoughtful, joyful, and completely you, I’d be honoured to help bring it to life.

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Ettrick House, Homington, Salisbury SP5 4NG Salisbury (Wiltshire)

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