Hello there!

Thank you for stopping by to learn more about me. I’m Mandy Payne, a trained independent celebrant with a true passion for weddings.

Originally from South Yorkshire, I now call Chesterfield home, where I live with my wonderful husband, John, our Sprocker, Harley, and our cocker spaniel puppy, Tilly.

I’m what some might call a "people person." I absolutely love being a celebrant, especially meeting couples like you! I thoroughly enjoy getting to know you and learning about your love story and the journey you've shared so far.

I’m excited to hear about your big day. Whether you have numerous ideas or are seeking inspiration, both scenarios thrill me. I thrive on transforming your unique story into a personalised ceremony that is completely about you, celebrating your relationship and individual personalities.

Nothing compares to the smiles, laughter, and the heartfelt “thank you's” I receive during and after ceremonies. When someone says, “That was the best wedding I’ve ever been to,” it truly makes my heart sing and assures me that you've had the best and most memorable experience.

So, if you're considering a celebrant-led wedding ceremony crafted from the heart—one that is written and delivered by someone who genuinely cares, and strikes the perfect balance of tears, laughter, tradition, and light-heartedness (with a touch of humour for good measure!)—look no further.

Feel free to drop me a message so we can discuss all the exciting possibilities together. Together, we can create the perfect wedding ceremony that marks the beginning of a beautiful new chapter in your lives as a married couple.

I can't wait to hear from you.

Mandy x

PS As well as the reviews that are captured on my photo gallery and in the reviews section, here's an email I received from a bride's father after her wedding... I'm so proud of it, I wanted to share it with you!

Hello Mandy

Just wanted to thank you so much for the service you performed yesterday for our daughter Jessica and son in law Adie
We hadn’t any experience of celebrants at all and as you know Jess came to you as the registrar was unable to fit them in on yesterdays date. I remember them meeting you for the first time and them feeling at ease with you and then after their final meeting a week or so before the wedding they loved what you had put together for them and after yesterday we can certainly see why.
The service was so personalised to them both, with the best mix of humour but also recognising the importance of what they were undertaking.
We had so many comments from people about the content of the service with many saying it was the best civil service they had been to.
So once again from a very happy mother and father of the bride thank you!
Kevin & Jane Pearce