James Donnan is an independent celebrant based in Leicestershire who is privileged to work with couples to create memorable, highly personal ceremonies to mark their special day.

James draws on his experience as a professional writer for over 35 years and has presented at events and ceremonies throughout his career to deliver unique weddings that reflect your personality and interests and will delight your family and friends.

With James as your celebrant, you can create the wedding of your dreams, whether it follows tradition or a more unconventional approach.

You are free to hold your wedding wherever you want. James can deliver your ceremony at any suitable location as you are not tied to approved venues. Even if a wedding venue is approved for civil ceremonies - you don't have to use a registrar - a celebrant can deliver a ceremony in the same space.

The freedom of a celebrant-led wedding is that it can include so many wonderful rituals which demonstrate your love for each other. These can include:

• Handfasting
• Sand Ceremony
• Oath Stone Ceremony
• Ring Warming
• Cocktail Ceremony
• Lighting a Unity Candle

James is based in Leicestershire but also serves Birmingham and other Midlands counties. He will spend time with you both to really get to know you as you plan your special day and ensure your ceremony is filled with the last memories for you and your loved ones. This is great way to find out more about you, and discover some great stories about how you met and what you enjoy doing together - and then reflect that in the ceremony.

In addition to ensuring your wedding ceremony runs perfectly, James is also able to act as your Master of Ceremonies at your reception. He will announce the speeches, the cutting of the cake and your first dance - ensuring these important moments of your day run smoothly.