The Wessex Celebrant is an independent wedding celebrant based in Chandlers Ford, Hampshire and covering surrounding counties such as Dorset, Surrey, West Sussex and Berkshire, with a special love for creating bespoke ceremonies. For owner Richard, being a celebrant means helping you conceive a ceremony that is entirely individual, encompassing your values, beliefs, and heartfelt journey. Whether yours is a civil marriage, a vow renewal, a commitment ceremony or a celebration of life, Richard would feel honoured to turn your dreams, ideas, and suggestions into a day you'll fondly remember always.

Having recently won a Hitched award for Celebrant of the Year 2025 in Hampshire, Richard would love to have a chat about your plans and how he can help you create your perfect ceremony.

Services Offered

With The Wessex Celebrant, your day will most certainly be your way. Richard considers being a wedding celebrant a wonderful privilege and endeavours to create with you a personal, unique, and meaningful ceremony. Your location can be almost anywhere, with or without a venue marriage licence. From clifftops to woodland, there are no boundaries, just as you are free to incorporate any religious vows, music, and readings you may desire. Working together, Richard can fill your long-anticipated moment with love, laughter, and whatever else you would like to include. He can also offer symbolic elements such as hand fasting, unity candles, a sand ceremony, crystals, or a ring warming.