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What’s the difference between a Marriage Ceremony and a Wedding Ceremony.

Are you in the process of planning your dream wedding ceremony and feeling overwhelmed with all the options available?

I’m Celebrant Rosie Anstey, a Certified Civil Wedding Celebrant, here to answer some of your questions, and guide you through the options.

Let’s dive into the differences between a Marriage Ceremony and a Wedding Ceremony.

A Marriage Ceremony is the legal part that gets the paperwork sorted where two individuals legally bind themselves in marriage according to the laws of the country or state.

It often includes traditional vows, and sometimes the exchange of rings, and will be officiated by a religious or civil authority and follows a set format.

It takes place in a registered place of worship, licensed office or venue which is open to the public.

The ceremony includes the signing of a marriage license or certificate by the couple.

After the ceremony, the marr…

4 Tips For Planning a Multicultural Wedding

A multicultural wedding is a beautiful celebration of love, heritage and unity. It's a chance for two families and sometimes two very different worlds to come together and honour traditions that have shaped the lives of both partners. But blending multiple cultures together can also feel overwhelming. How do you respect each tradition without making the day feel rushed or disjointed? How do you balance expectations while still creating a wedding that reflects who you are as a couple?

With thoughtful planning and open communication, a multicultural wedding can be one of the most meaningful and memorable experiences you've ever created. Here are four essential tips to help you plan a celebration that honours both backgrounds beautifully.

1 Start with open, honest conversations

Before you dive into planning, sit down with your partner and both families to discuss what traditions matter most. In multi-cu…

How to change your name on your British passport

The UK Deed Poll Office have just published a complete guide on how to change your name on your British passport.

It covers:

The most common reasons people change their passport name (married, divorce, gender) When a deed poll is required and when it isn’t How to apply online or with a paper form, including the costs involved The required documents and where to get support from HM Passport Office Special rules for children, newlywed passports, and gender recognition cases

You can read the full guide here: https://www.ukdeedpolloffice.org/passport-name-changes/

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Planning a Registry Office Wedding?

Everything you need to know for your big day!

https://www.registryoffice.uk/ is a free resource that helps couples across the UK find their nearest registry office and access step-by-step guides for weddings, civil partnerships, and other life events.

What Questions Are Asked When Giving Notice of Marriage?

Registry Office Wedding Ceremony Guide: Everything You Need to Know for Your Big Day

Packed full of tips and advice, including eligibility and requirements, how to choose and book a Registry Office, advice on what to wear, the order of the day and much more!

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How to have a wedding day to remember!

The question every couple wants the answer to, how to have the wedding day everyone will remember?

“I think it is empowering that couples are taking control of how they want to share the experience of their marriage. Couples from all backgrounds are realising they do not want to be told how to celebrate their love.”

What is the best way to remember something I hear you ask? Well, I can answer that question with my lifelong experience of being a teacher it is through experience. All the great teachers I have ever worked with have classes who are happy, enjoy what they are doing and always talk about their lesson with passion and feeling.

What does this have to do with a wedding ceremony?

I always feel when planning a ceremony, I want every couple to have the same emotions of being so happy doing something you love and enjoying every minute of the experience.

Everyone knows what a standard wedding looks like. There is nothing wrong with tha…