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Your ceremony should be the part everyone remembers, for the right reasons. I create modern, personal wedding ceremonies that are warm, relaxed, and genuinely fun. No boring scripts. No bland delivery
I’m someone who pays attention. I listen properly, I notice the small details, and I care deeply about how things feel on the day. I believe weddings should have personality, emotion, and a bit of fun. Laughter matters to me, not forced jokes or gimmicks, but real moments that reflect the couple and bring everyone together. What I need from my couples is honesty and trust. I work best with couples who are happy to be open, share their story, and
Michelle Friel Celebrant Pricing & Costs

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Prices Start at
£495
Maximum price
£495
What’s Included • Initial consultation (in person or online) to get to know you both and discuss your ideas. • Questionnaire or story meeting to help shape your ceremony. • Bespoke script writing, with unlimited edits until you’re happy. • Advice and guidance on ceremony structure, readings, vows, and symbolic elements (such as handfasting, unity candles, quaich, etc.). • Coordination with your venue and suppliers to ensure a smooth ceremony on the day. • Delivery of the ceremony with warmth and professionalism. • Keepsake copy of your ceremony script to treasure after the day.
Michelle Friel Celebrant Details

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Michelle Friel Celebrant Full Description

MY PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Your wedding ceremony sets the tone for the entire day. It is the moment everyone comes together to listen, laugh, celebrate and feel part of something special. My role is to make sure that moment feels completely right for you: relaxed, personal, meaningful and genuinely yours.

As a Legal Wedding Celebrant in Scotland, I can create and conduct your personalised ceremony while also legally marrying you on the day. This means you can have the warmth and freedom of a bespoke celebrant-led ceremony without needing a separate legal ceremony beforehand.

Every wedding I create is individually written around the couple. I take time to get to know you, hear your story and understand the atmosphere you want for your day. Some couples want plenty of laughter, others want something more romantic and emotional, and most want a lovely balance of both.


WEDDING CEREMONIES

I create fully personalised wedding ceremonies for couples who want something that feels like them rather than a standard script.

My service includes:

• A relaxed initial meeting to get to know you both

• Time spent discovering your story, personalities and what matters to you

• A ceremony individually written around you

• Guidance with vows, readings and the structure of your ceremony

• Ideas for involving children, family and friends

• Support with meaningful rituals or personal touches if you would like them

• A calm, confident and engaging ceremony on your wedding day

Your ceremony can be funny, romantic, emotional or a combination of all three. I will guide you through the process while making sure the finished ceremony feels comfortable and authentic rather than staged or over-rehearsed.


LEGAL WEDDING CEREMONIES IN SCOTLAND

I am authorised to conduct legal marriages in Scotland, allowing your personalised wedding ceremony and legal marriage to take place together.

I can also conduct non-legal ceremonies for couples who have chosen to complete their legal paperwork separately.

Whichever option you choose, I will guide you through what is required so you know exactly what to expect.

AREAS I COVER

Based in Glasgow, I conduct legal wedding ceremonies across Glasgow, Greater Glasgow, South Lanarkshire, East Renfrewshire, Renfrewshire, North Lanarkshire, Ayrshire, Loch Lomond, Stirling, Edinburgh and throughout Central Scotland.

I also travel across Scotland, so if your wedding is taking place a little further afield, please get in touch.


YOUR STORY

Your relationship is at the heart of your ceremony.

This is where we can bring in the moments that make your story yours: how you met, the first impressions, the proposal, the adventures, the things you love about each other and those little quirks your family and friends will instantly recognise.

The result should sound like your story being told beautifully, not a generic wedding ceremony with your names added.


VOWS AND PERSONAL TOUCHES

If the thought of writing vows fills you with dread, don't worry. I can provide guidance and prompts to help you find words that sound natural and genuinely like you.

You can also involve children, family members and friends, include readings or introduce meaningful traditions and rituals. I will help you find ways of including these that complement the ceremony rather than feeling added simply for the sake of it.


WHAT MAKES MY CEREMONIES DIFFERENT

I combine professionalism with personality.

I love ceremonies that feel alive, where guests are engaged rather than simply watching, where there is room for laughter as well as emotion, and where the couple can relax because they know everything has been carefully prepared.

I will work closely with your venue and other wedding suppliers and arrive on the day prepared, calm and ready to guide you through one of the biggest moments of your wedding.

Most importantly, I want you to enjoy your ceremony.


Experience

Public Liability Insurance
Yes
Michelle Friel Celebrant Location & Contact Details

Address

Bradda Ave, Rutherglen, South Lanarkshire, G73 5DE, Scotland, United Kingdom

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FAQs
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Are you a Legally authorised celebrant

Yes I am. I can conduct both legal and non-legal wedding ceremonies, anywhere in Scotland, as I am a legal marriage officer.

I’m happy to explain the difference and help you decide what works best for you.

How personal will our ceremony be

Very personal. Every ceremony is written from scratch and shaped around you, your story, and what matters most to you.

I will get to know both of you, so that on the day I have become part of your crew, and will ensure this is reflected in your ceremony.

Will the ceremony be serious or full of fun

It can be either or a mix of both. I love bringing warmth and laughter into ceremonies, while keeping the moment meaningful and respectful.

If you want serious....then thats how it will be, as I can be a serious person when needed.

If you want fun.....right up my street.....then fun and laughter you will have

How do you get to know us as a couple

Through relaxed conversations and simple questions. I take time to understand who you are and how you want your ceremony to feel.

This can be done in person, zoom, phone, whatever suits both of you.

I do like a peppermint tea, so an in person to meet each other initially will be welcomed.

Cab you help us write our vows

Yes. I provide guidance and prompts so your vows sound like you and feel comfortable to say out loud.

Your vows are personal, like your day, and its important that your day reflects you as a couple

What if we dont like public speaking

That’s very common. I’ll guide you gently and keep things relaxed so nothing feels awkward or forced.

My role will be there to help support you at every part of your special day, and you only need to do what you are happy and comfortable with.

Can we choose readings or rituals

Yes. You can bring your own ideas or ask for suggestions. Everything included is chosen to suit you and your ceremony.

The beauty of having me as your celebrant, means there are no restrictions to any elements, beliefs or rituals, you would like added or included in your ceremony.

How far in advance should we book

As soon as you have your date, especially for peak wedding season, as my diary fills up fast.

Can family and friends be involved in the ceremony

Absolutely. If you’d like to include loved ones, I’ll help do this in a natural and meaningful way.

As I am a legal marriage officer, I can incorporate and work with loved ones, if you would like them involved, to speak during the ceremony.

What makes you different from other celebrants

I combine professionalism with personality. I care deeply about getting this right, I love fun and laughter, and I make sure your ceremony feels real and engaging.

I dont believe in ticking boxes for any ceremony as each one is unique....unique to you!