Claire Belford Marriage Celebrant

16/07/2024

A great article by ABIA Weddings Australia for anyone considering writing their own marriage vows….

ABIA asked a team of expert wedding celebrants for their wedding vow ideas, including where to begin, what to say, where to find inspiration and tips for creating beautiful, personalised civil marriage ceremonies.

03/10/2022

Jake & Georgie's beautiful wedding, as featured on WedShed....

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23/08/2022

✨BOMBORA PAVILION✨
On Sunday I had the pleasure of being part of the inaugural Bombora Pavilion Open Day!
Big thanks to Emily & the team at for organising this unreal event!
It was lovely to meet newly engaged couples and catch up with my industry friends 🥂
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23/03/2022

Happy anniversary Colleen & Josh ❤️
Good memories of a beautiful afternoon at Little Manly ❤️
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23/03/2022

I am feeling incredibly proud to have qualified as a shortlisted Finalist for the 11th ABIA National Designer of Dreams Wedding Awards 🏆
I had to be rated & reviewed with ABIA over 4 consecutive years, and achieve an average customer-rating above 95% from a strong volume of clients.
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To my wonderful couples- THANK YOU! I cannot express my gratitude for your support. I absolutely marry the very BEST couples!!

Good luck to my fellow NSW nominees .au


ABIAWEDDINGAWARDS ~ with belford.celebrant

20/12/2021

Many thanks to ABIA for including me in this prestigious list -CB
https://abia.com.au/wedding-blog/best-celebrants-in-sydney-hunter-valley-central-coast-south-coast?fbclid=IwAR1ShXfjzLm3rPhWOVVIuNhN9fpdEfQRFwLFik8s4QjMKiwdHEAXoaD1GDM

Find the Best Celebrants in Sydney, Hunter Valley, Central Coast, South Coast, Orange and more. Choosing an experienced & trusted celebrant will make your wedding day stress-free!

28/08/2021

This month I was honoured to be asked to be part of Unveiled Podcast with Lucy & Eddie, where we spoke at length about all things 'ceremony', writing your own marriage vows and battling nerves on your Big Day. It's well worth a listen :) And be sure to give the Unveiled Podcast page a follow too!
-CB
https://rss.com/podcasts/unveiledpodcast/252406/
Claire Belford

On episode 05 of Unveiled, we sat down with civil marriage celebrant, Claire Belford to discuss managing your pre-ceremony public speaking nerves, whether or not you should consider writing your own vows & different ways you can you include your loved ones in your ceremony.⁠

16/11/2020

This place..... 🙌🏻 It just makes me so happy conducting a ceremony in this magical clifftop garden.
Jonah's Restaurant & Boutique Hotel

16/11/2020

This article...... worth a read. A good celebrant really will help you create honest, engaging and authentic content that you and your guests will remember forever.
https://thelane.com/5-ways-to-customize-your-ceremony-with-chloe-jetson/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=The%20Lane%20Journal%20-%20November%202020%20Week%203&utm_content=The%20Lane%20Journal%20-%20November%202020%20Week%203+CID_d1567f2bacd32c7b67d6c7ecfc3fbdda&utm_source=thelane

Planning & Advice 5 Ways to Customize a Ceremony by Celebrant Chloe Jetson

20/05/2020

Thank you Honey Lane for this blog post on 'How To Choose Your Perfect Celebrant'. It was great to be featured alongside Married by Allegra & Peter Bray Celebrant
Enjoy the read!
-CB
https://www.honeylane.com.au/post/there-is-more-to-celebrants-than-meets-the-eye

You may not know this, but there is a huge difference between celebrants, and there are so many options to choose from. So, where do you start? As Sydney wedding planners and stylists we have spoken with a number of our celebrant friends, read on via our blog to hear what they have to say.

08/04/2020

Sarah & Matthew, and a perfect afternoon on Sydney Harbour. This was beyond special..... ✨
Inlighten Photography Couture Wedding Planning Australia

11/12/2019

Last night we celebrated! ⭐️ Thank you for hosting us all. 🥂 The biggest congratulations to the beautiful and wonderfully knowledgeable & generous on her amazing win! It was so great to catch up with industry buddies, and a pleasure to represent the Northern Beaches along with A great party and a good excuse to glam up and drink champagne as 2019 nears it’s end 🥂 .belford.celebrant
@ Darling Harbour, Sydney

03/12/2019

Today, the lovely Claire married her Nathan at Gunners Barracks and everything was perfect ✨ The flowers by were just incredible 👌🏻
Photographer: Daniel Griffiths
Videographer: Morelife Films
Cake:
Celebrant: Claire Belford Marriage Celebrant

03/12/2019

Simon & Louise travelled all the way from England (with an entourage of Louise’s family & friends) to celebrate their marriage at Bilgola Beach. 🥂 The day was spectacular, and the happy couple were delighted to see two years of planning finally come to fruition ✨ This beautiful photo was taken by Montana Wilson Photography

11/10/2019

The beautiful wedding of Renee & Raphael. The rain threw us out but Manly Golf Club came to the rescue, offering a great indoor option, and it was perfect! Styling:

09/10/2019

Earlier this year, Anna & Paul tied the knot in a beautiful Palm Beach wedding, which I was lucky enough to be a part of.
Anna wore a divine and unique gown by with custom wedding bands from
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Their photos were taken by none other than who perfectly captured every special moment, from Anna and her mum walking down the aisle, to Paul’s face when he first saw his stunning bride.

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08/10/2019

Gemma and Sam ⭐️
From the get-go, we laughed and laughed- these two are just so much fun and were an absolute delight to work with. Being. Part of their wedding was incredible special & I am so grateful they included me in their celebration. wishing you both every happiness for your life together! 🥂
Stunning photo by at belford.celebrant

07/10/2019

⭐️ That was a long weekend (in more ways than one) but today I am prepping for my next round of weddings, which start on Friday morning at one of my favourite Northern Beaches venues... ⭐️
Pic by 👌🏻
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13/07/2019

When Tori & Daniel told me they were getting married at Porteño Events, I knew the photos of their wedding would be a visual delight...and they really are! This hacienda-style restaurant in the heart of Surry Hills was an incredible location for their wedding celebration. Tori was stunning in Karen Willis Holmes. Enjoy these beautiful photos by Samantha Heather.
-CB

09/07/2019

Julia & Beau's seaside wedding was a mix of cultures- French, Spanish, Croation & "Ozzy". It was great to see a handful of European traditions thrown in, which made the day so special and unique, and inclusive for everyone in attendance. Felicitations Julie et Beau!!
Video by Velvet Sea
-CB
https://vimeo.com/328025960?fbclid=IwAR0fTDm79evFA_FTzDIqrAgAI2l_HIGV2Bp4R0Du_E3imcG_EoC__KCNXXw

Was a pleasure capturing Beau and Julia's wedding. Full of laughter and tears as family and friends celebrated their marriage.

09/07/2019

When Amy & Clayton first saw McKay Reserve at Palm Beach, they knew instantly it was where they wanted to hold their wedding ceremony. There is something seriously special about it. Its a leafy gem, with a bush land setting, but step further in and it opens up to incredible Pittwater views. Later, this loved-up and smiley couple celebrated their marriage with a huge party at The Boathouse Palm Beach and the whole day was brilliantly captured by Good Thanks Media. Special mention of Ash from Clementine Posy for the amazing array of bright blooms, and Oberon Lane for providing the celebration soundtrack. This was a wedding not to be forgotten!
-CB

08/07/2019

I recently scored some new promo photos, courtesy of Kaitlin Maree Photography at the The Celebrant Society conference held last month in Coogee.
The three days were dedicated to learning and improving my skills in all things “Celebrancy”. It was a great event, as I was able to meet & speak with like-minded celebrants, from all across Australia, and form new connections with other Sydney celebrants who, until now, I’ve not had a chance to meet.
If you’re getting married in 2020 or 2021, get in touch now as my dairy is filling up FAST...!!
-CB

08/07/2019

These gorgeous photos of Emma & Dave's Shelly Beach wedding make me so happy. Eddie from Ripple Weddings has done it again, capturing this couple, their guests and the feel of their day with a selection of incredible shots. Here's just a few of the ceremony & bridal party for your viewing delight!
-CB

28/06/2019

Tegan and Dave had a beautiful & romantic wedding celebration at Orso Bayside Reception in January, and I was thrilled this week to have viewed their wedding video, created by James Billing Photography...it is stunning! A few little cameo's in there from me and also my lovely friends Duke Music. Enjoy!
-CB
https://vimeo.com/344731672

TEGAN AND DAVID'S WEDDING - ORSO BAYSIDE, SYDNEY https://www.orso.com.au/wedding/

07/06/2019

Ava Me Photography strikes again with this photographic GOLD! The beautiful wedding of Elisha and Clint was held on a windy Sunday at Long Reef Golf Club in May, and I think you will agree that Elisha pulls off the 'windswept look' better than most! :)
-CB

08/05/2019

Now in my tenth year as a celebrant, I am incredibly proud of the brand I have built.
INTRODUCING MY NEW LOOK - www.clairebelford.com.au

10/04/2019

Hannah & Rafael ❤️
Their beautiful ceremony was held at Avalon Beach with styling & Coordination by Cloud 9 Events and flowers by Wild Lotus Florist
Gorgeous photos by Charlotte Exton Photography

10/04/2019

How special to be mentioned on The Lane, as a part of the feature on Kezia & Brad's incredible Palm Beach wedding celebration. Thank you Kecia for your kind words and thank you THE LANE!
Lara Hotz Photography
https://thelane.com/a-sydney-waterfront-wedding/

An intimate celebration unfolding on Sydney's picturesque Pittwater imbued with nautical details.

22/03/2019

...and so my “working week” begins! ✨✨✨✨✨✨
I’m lucky enough to be officiating 5 wedding ceremonies this week. Two down, three to come! Last week it was “4 weddings & a funeral”.....(true story!) 😂belford.celebrant
Photo cred: Jason Corroto Photo (thank you Jason!)

01/03/2019

Smiles all around... congratulations Ceri & Jo, it was such an honour to stand with you today as you became wife & wife ✨belford.celebrant

Long Reef Golf Club