Bespoke
Ceremonies
We have been performing Ceremony and Ritual since the beginning of time, they are the most magical way to declare your love and move gracefully to the next chapter. Through Ceremony we form the bridge for all those who have gone before us and invite them to witness this most sacred blessing. Without Ceremony what are you left with?
My most popular ceremonies
Wedding
You are getting married and planning your wedding what an amazing feeling, and you are planning your wedding day in Scotland you will not regret it. Scotland has some of the most breath-taking locations in the world. Embracing your ideas, together we will create a wedding ceremony that fits with you, beautiful, meaningful and as much fun as you desire.
Funeral
A time of mourning and heartbreak, but also a time to celebrate a life, share stories, passions and anecdotes. When we say goodbye it is so important that the right funeral ceremony is created for us, by someone who also connects with us.
Vow Renewal
I would be honoured to help you create a vow renewal ceremony that fits like a glove with your story, that brings all the threads of love, joy, fun and hardship and weaves them all into the rich tapestry of life and unity.
Elopemment
It would be a privilege to be part of your story and to create an elopement ceremony a ceremony that is deeply personal and intimate, a way to celebrate your love free from expectations or pressures. Focusing on what truly mattes – connection choosing each other wholeheartedly and authentically.
Bespoke
Rituals
Scotland is rich in customs and traditions. We often see many of these in Scottish ceremonies. Some of the most well known rituals are “tying the knot” (handfasting), a piper leading the procession or a celebratory dram of whisky.
“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched – they must be felt with the heart”
Hi my name is Gaynor, ordained minister & interfaith celebrant
I’m so glad you found me. I craft and conduct bespoke ceremonies to celebrate events that lead us on to the next chapter. With meaning and mirth, together we can create a beautiful ceremony that holds, respects and embodies the occasion.
How it all works
Here you can get an overview of how the process typically unfolds.
We begin with an informal conversation. A chance to see if we feel comfortable together and if we are the right fit for each other. If we decide to move forward, I’ll send a booking form. Once this is returned along with the booking fee your date is officially reserved in my diary.
Around 16 weeks before the ceremony I send some forms for you to complete and once I have received them back we move on to the planning stage
Approximately 12 weeks before the day, we meet at the venue if possible and then go get a tea or coffee and begin shaping the ceremony itself. We will explore ideas, readings, rituals, and how you would like the ceremony to feel — meaningful, personal and true to you.
After our planning meeting I’ll write the first draft of your ceremony. You get the opportunity to review it and then we refine any wording and make sure it feels just right — nothing is fixed at this stage.
After any amendments are made we confirm the final version of the ceremony. By this point, everything should feel aligned and settled, so you can head into your ceremony with confidence, calm, and excitement — knowing it truly reflects you.
Client Love
Paul and I couldn’t imagine having anyone else conducting our ceremony than Gay. From the day we booked her she was there for us any time we needed her to guide us, give advice and most importantly be a friend. She is kind, friendly, laid back, professional but with a lovely sense of humour. She made our day so special and worked so hard on the run up to it, to make our ceremony magical.
Laura & PaulWhat can we say, after 10 years we finally got what we wanted. Gaynor was amazing, her attention to detail was outstanding everything about the ceremony was just so perfect. Gaynor gave us exactly what we wanted her communication before the handfasting was spot on. I highly recommend doing a handfasting and choosing Gaynor as your celebrant. Thank you again from the bottom of our heart.
Lisa & StuWe were immediately very impressed by Gaynor’s personal way of seeing us as a couple but also as individual personalities.From the first contact via video call to the completion of the photos, Gaynor was incredibly friendly and approachable. She responded to all our wishes and ideas, supplemented with her ideas and was a true inspiration for us.
Olaf BolzWe just wanted to get in touch with you to say a very special thank you for supporting us to renew our vows on 30 May in the Braidburn Valley Park. It was a really special ceremony, thank you for conducting it so beautifully and for holding the space with us. This is a very precious memory that we will hold in our hearts forever. Lots of love and many blessings to you Heather & Mike xxxx
Heather & MikeDear Gaynor, I'm so sorry it's taken so long to send you this email. Honestly, after the wedding we were still reeling, and it's taken us a while to feel grounded. We just want to thank you so much for the ceremony you pulled together and walked us through into our marriage. Everyone we have spoken to has commented on how warm it was (metaphorically, physically they all needed those blankets!) how deeply connected to us and our people it felt. Not a dry eye in the house! If felt perfectly crafted, and beautifully balanced. I think for us as well - it felt so tender, and weighted. We still keep coming back to it, and remember moments together. I can't wait to see the photos, even the previews we have just bring back the feeling of tying us together through words, ritual, wind and such kindness and love. I hope we can share photos with you soon, but for now, thank you. The time and energy and thought you put into it was so apparent and felt so meaningful. To us, it meant the world. With best wishes, Hannah and Ali
Hannah & AliHi Gaynor, I’d like to extend my gratitude from my family and I. The service was delivered so beautifully and really captured who Mum was and why she was so loved, we saw that in the general turn out for her on Saturday. We had lots of lovely feedback from family and friends on how well the service went and the overall delivery and we are so grateful you could be a part of that and make it so special for us all. Thank you so much. Take Care Terri and Family x
Terri & FamilyGood evening Gaynor, Well now the dust has settled on what was a beautiful day, what can we say except the biggest and most heartfelt thank you for marrying us in the most special of ceremonies. We cannot express how much we loved the way in which you orchestrated our marriage and this was not only felt by us but by the many friends and family who told us how wonderful it was. You took the time to get to know us and our quirks and we will always be so grateful for that. Thanks again and hope to see you soon, Cate & Josh x
Cate & JoshWe both can not recommend Gaynor enough the time and effort she took to truly know us as individuals and as a couple shone through in our ceremony. It was very personal, Gaynor has a beautiful presence that makes everyone and everything feel so relaxed. It felt unhurried and the way she told our story made the day very special. Thank you very much Gaynor, Lot’s of Love Mr and Mrs Meek
Mr & Mrs MeekJust a huge thank you for delivering a lovely service yesterday. We had so many nice comments. Pauls Nana is 94, a bit hard of hearing and she was very pleased as she heard every word clearly! Thank you Linsey (and all the family) xx
Linsey (and all the family)Ever since i was a little girl, i envisioned my wedding day in the mountains of Scotland, tying the knot in a traditional Celtic ceremony. We were so very lucky to meet Gaynor, and at quite short notice she so very kindly helped us to make this lifelong dream a beautiful reality! Our ceremony was so magical, with personal stories and meaningful readings that captured who we are perfectly. We can’t put into words how grateful we are to have met Gaynor, and just how much our ceremony meant to us. My husband and I will cherish the memory of our special day for the rest of our lives.
Kaydie and WayneDear Gaynor, Thank you so much for being our celebrant. From our very first online meeting, we knew that you were the person we wanted to marry us. That feeling only grew stronger with each meeting that followed. You took the time to truly get to know us, asked all the right questions, and gave us thoughtful little exercises that helped you understand who we are, both as individuals and as a couple. Because of that, our ceremony felt deeply personal, genuine, and completely unique. You are warm, caring, honest, and have a wonderful sense of humour. You captured the very essence of who we are and told our love story in a way that made us laugh, smile, and shed a few tears. The ceremony was simply magical, everything we had hoped for and so much more. We will cherish the memories of that day for the rest of our lives, and so much of that is thanks to you. You made our wedding day even more meaningful, and for that we will always be grateful. We wholeheartedly recommend Gaynor to anyone looking for a personal, heartfelt, and unforgettable wedding ceremony. You are truly exceptional, and we couldn't have wished for a better celebrant. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Cathrine & DanielEvery bespoke ceremony begins with a casual conversation
Whether you’re at the very beginning or already have a clear idea in mind, a simple conversation is often the best place to start. There’s no pressure, just a chance to explore what feels right for you.