“Your warmth and sincerity were really lovely, it felt like you were a close personal friend.“

I love to get to know each couple I work with to find out what has brought them together and led them to make a commitment. In particular, those quirky little stories, those habits that anyone who knows you will recognise, the tough times you’ve come through and the things that bind you together  –  all these are elements that I enjoy hearing about and working with you to weave into a personal, meaningful celebration of the life you wish to share.

Each couple is unique and so is each ceremony, as it reflects your values, hopes and dreams as a couple. My background in literature means that I am well placed to help you to choose the readings, music and symbolic gestures that are right for you.

I live in south west London near Bushy Park and have worked for many years in publishing and professional training. So I have also worked with young people and have two children. I love reading, walking, friendships and vegetarian/vegan cooking (not necessarily in that order!) We foster cats for a local charity, borrow a friend’s dog for walks and my son loves riding, so animals are definitely important to me.

Oh, and in case it’s useful, I speak French, grew up in Africa, Asia and Australasia, and love to travel and find out about different traditions and ideas (as well as what we all have in common).

If you like what you hear, I’d be delighted to hear from you – just email helenceremonies@gmail.com.