YOUR BIG DAY!
Top tips for planning your Humanist wedding in Scotland
What can we do to mark our original big day if our wedding has been postponed?
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The corona virus crisis has been a very difficult time for everyone and I really feel for you if you've had to (or will have to) ...
How do I choose a celebrant?
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The Celebrant is an important part of your big day and you need to feel happy, relaxed and comfortable with the person who is going t...
Why should we choose a Humanist Society Scotland Celebrant?
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Well, I'm tempted to say because we're the original and the best! And do you know what? We really are! Here's a short video...
What is distinctive about a humanist wedding?
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Humanist and inclusive Well, the first thing to say is that they are humanist of course! Humanist weddings are inclusive and becaus...
What is included in the wedding fee?
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As you’ll already know, getting married unfortunately isn't cheap (err....understatement?!) and many couples are understandably...
Are same sex marriage ceremonies different to those for straight couples?
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The Marriage and Civil Partnership (Scotland) Act 2014 came into force on Hogmanay 2014 making Scotland the 17th country in the world to...
Can we have secrets and surprises in our ceremony?
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(revealing some secrets to the groom at Glenskirlie Castle . Photo by Suzanne Hodgson at naturalweddings ) The short answer is yes, of...
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How can we involve wee ones (and fur babies) in our ceremony?
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Couples who have children often see their wedding ceremony as a way of celebrating not just their marriage but also their family life toget...
What symbolic gestures can we include in our ceremony?
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(photo by Jill Porter ) You might be looking for a ceremony that is plain and simple, so the idea of including symbolic gestures may...
What will help to calm our nerves?
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The first thing to say is that almost everyone feels a bit nervous on their wedding day - it goes with the territory! You're excite...
What advice do you have about incorporating music into the ceremony?
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The first thing to say is that anything goes! Well, almost! Given that you've chosen to have a humanist ceremony, religious mu...
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Can you recommend a photographer or videographer?
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I'd hesitate to make a recommendation because choosing a wedding photographer is such a personal thing. It doesn't matter what...
Do you have any advice about the exchange of rings?
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(photo by William McLaughlin) Most couples choose to exchange rings on their wedding day and there are a few things to bear in min...
Can we get married in a Castle?
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Of course you can! A castle wedding can be really special, offering a wonderful sense of history, a romantic atmosphere and often a...
Can we get married on an island or on a loch?
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(Lesley and Rupert at Kinlochard) The short answer is yes, of course! You don't have to be on the Scottish mainland to hav...
We like the idea of using a quaich in our ceremony - how can we do this?
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The quaich is a traditional Scottish two handled drinking cup. The word quaich comes from the Gaelic word 'cuach' or cup. ...
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Where are there great places to get married in central Scotland?
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( The Wallace Monument from Stirling Castle ) Great places to get married? This is a matter of opinion of course and it's well...
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We're worried about our vows - do you have any tips?
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The exchange of vows is undoubtedly the most important part of the ceremony and often the most meaningful and moving. It's impo...
What do we need to do about the legal procedures?
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(Picture by Martin Weir Photography ) The legal procedures for all weddings in Scotland fall under the Marriage and Civil Partnershi...
How can we incorporate candle lighting into our ceremony?
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The lighting of candles is a lovely symbolic gesture to include in your ceremony. I usually suggest that you each light a candle near th...
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How do we choose readings and poetry?
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There is such a vast array of lovely wedding poetry out there that you may find yourselves spoiled for choice! Alternatively, you migh...
Should we risk an outdoor wedding?
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For many couples, an outdoor ceremony is their preferred option and it often adds a nicely relaxed air to the proceedings. If yo...
What if I get emotional on the day?
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No worries! Feeling emotional on your wedding day is natural and I’ll always have tissues at the ready! So far my record is a five hanki...
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How do we choose a venue?
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So, how do you choose a venue? Many couples choosing a humanist ceremony decide to have the whole day (ceremony and reception) in one...
How do we set the room out?
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It's a good idea to have some form of focal point in the room (or space if it's outdoors) and this could simply be in the form of a...
How do we enter and how do we stand?
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I often get asked questions about wedding etiquette and in particular , things like which side of her dad should the bride be on whe...
So what exactly is hand fasting?
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Hand fasting is an ancient Celtic marriage ritual and it involves tying a piece of tartan (or cord or ribbon if you prefer) around you...
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