How to Choose the Right Wedding Officiant in Ireland

Your wedding officiant does far more than stand up in front of your guests and speak. They set the tone, hold the space and shape one of the most meaningful moments of your life. If you’re planning a wedding in Ireland and are wondering: “How do I choose the right officiant?” — you’re not alone.

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Rebecca Kemp, celebrant, Kerry, weddings, baby naming, funerals, Leading Ceremonies, Ireland

About Leading Ceremonies

Leading Ceremonies is an Irish celebrant service specialising in modern, personalised ceremonies for weddings, funerals, baby naming celebrations and vow renewals. Founded and led by Rebecca Kemp, a professionally trained independent celebrant, the service is based in Ireland and works with couples and families across Kerry, Cork, Limerick, Clare, Galway and surrounding counties. Rebecca creates

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Why You Should Make Your Ceremony the Best Part of Your Day

When you picture your wedding day, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? The dress? The flowers? A glass of champagne waiting for you at the reception?! Most couples spend months thinking about the celebration — but here’s the truth: your ceremony is the celebration. Too often, people think of the ceremony as something

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How to Make Your Wedding Dance Unique and Personal

I am delighted to feature this guest blog from First Dance Academy, Ireland A wedding is a celebration of love, and there’s no better way to showcase that love than through a memorable and personalised wedding dance. Traditionally, the first dance between the newlyweds is a significant moment during the reception. It sets the tone

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Making an Entrance

Brides, and grooms, will want to make an entrance at their wedding – in other words, for the wedding entrance to be a memorable and exciting moment. Here are 6 suggestions for making your wedding entrance glow: Walk down the aisle The traditional way of making a wedding entrance is by walking down an aisle.

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Planning an Outdoor Wedding in Ireland

Planning an outdoor wedding in Ireland can make for a wonderful and memorable occasion. However, anyone who has spent any time in this country will know that the weather can be unpredictable to say the least! So, if your heart is set on an outdoor ceremony (garden, beach, lawn, rooftop terrace), here are some tips

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7 Ways to Include Children in Your Wedding Ceremony

Involving children in your wedding ceremony is a great way to make them feel included in what can sometimes be an overwhelming experience for little ones! Whether your own children, your partner’s, your friends’, or your nieces and nephews, the option to include them adds another heartwarming dimension to your ceremony. It’s also a lovely

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How to Get Married in Ireland

Whether you have opted for a church wedding, a registrar or a Celebrant-led ceremony, there are a few things you may want to check off before you hit the aisle running! The 3 Month’s Notice Thing However you plan on getting married, all couples must give at least three months’ notice of the intention to

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