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Paula Black. Independent Celebrant

Name: Paula Black. Independent Celebrant
Address: The Grove, Lewes, BN90QY, GB
Telephone: +447851093827

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I am a creative celebrant but my credibility comes to the fore because I am interested in you, I want to know how you tick and then I want to get alongside the dreams you have and create the most magical story of your love to be shared with friends and family. I come to your ceremony without judgement, and I leave behind memories. I will be honest – I cannot deliver unicorns, but please don’t doub

t that if I could I would! I listen to your words with a curiosity to hear more and I enjoy hearing them. I strive to ensure that my words celebrate you and your love and leave your guest with memories to speak about for years. I am a modern Celebrant and if you want to think outside of the box, I can be there every step of the way – dare to be different and I will there making sure that it happens.

01/05/2024

May the fires of Beltane ignite your inner being. Your passion and your purpose. Beltane blessings for new life and new beginnings.

14/04/2024

Spring 😀

08/04/2024

**URGENT WEDDING APPEAL - DRINKS RECEPTION SINGER REQUIRED - FRIDAY 26TH APRIL 2024 - BROMSGROVE, WORCESTERSHIRE**

You may remember we have been given the absolute honour of planning a wedding for a very special gentleman from the WORCESTERSHIRE AREA. We are making an URGENT PLEA to all our supporters in the WORCESTER, BIRMINGHAM, COVENTRY AND ALL SURROUNDING AREAS, with your fabulous help, we can make this dream become a reality, as we now only have just over TWO WEEKS until our couple are due to have their special day.

WE NEED YOU!

If you are a DRINKS RECEPTION SINGER or know someone who can generously support us with this service please send A PRIVATE MESSAGE TO FACEBOOK as soon as you can. The quickest and most direct way to contact us, is by EMAIL at [email protected]

THERE ARE LOTS OF WAYS TO SUPPORT US

We appreciate that not everyone has the skills we require to provide a service for our wedding. Please don't worry, you can still support us by making a donation.
To make a text donation text GROOM3 to 70085 to donate £3. This donation costs £3 plus your standard message rate or click here to make an online donation - https://gift_of_a_wedding.donr.com/socialmediadonations

WE NEED YOU!

If you can offer a service or know someone who can generously support us please send A PRIVATE MESSAGE TO FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM or alternatively tweet us as soon as you can. The quickest and most direct way to contact us is by EMAIL at [email protected]

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Thank you - Team Gift of a Wedding

20/03/2024

Ostara Blessings, as the dark veil lifts drawing forward the new life emerging from the warming depths, gifting you and yours a balance in light and life.

01/03/2024

Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus

22/01/2024

Had the pleasure of being at the Amex yesterday, thank you for the fantastic co-ordination and support.

Met lots of lovely couples with some amazing plans for the special days.

Mostly I have to say thanks for your company and the laughs, and catching up with suppliers I have met before
, , the lovely ladies , , , , , and last but not least Adrian at Dickies Suite Hire (dickies-suit-hire.co.uk in jove)

17/01/2024

follow the link to book your tickets.... https://www.empiricalevents.com/events.shtml

See you there, I can't wait.

Empirical Wedding Fairs

31/12/2023

As we head into 2024, there will be friends and family that are forever suspended in time, their clock held in silence while we move forward to make new friends and welcome new family. Their spirits will move with us in our hearts and minds, but as always, do what you will and harm no one.

21/12/2023

With the tipping of the balance towards the spring and the light, I wish the greatest of Yuletide hopes and wishes to one and all, Happy Solstice

16/12/2023

Santa Christmas at Drusillas Park

05/12/2023

At yesterday's amazing UK Weddings Conference with Guides for Brides we were astonished to discover that so many venues did not know the ceremony options available to couples...

But all were keen to find out!

Did you know?...

✨️ Getting married at a licensed venue does NOT mean you are compelled to have a registrar-led civil ceremony.

✨️Many couples now choose to complete their legal marriage before the 'big day', allowing them to have a fully personalised and flexible ceremony with an independent celebrant at a venue of their choice, whether licensed or not.

✨️In the Guides for Brides panel of brides and grooms, when asked whether their ceremony options were explained by their venue, ALL said no (registrars were presented as the only option)... and ALL said if they knew, they definitely would have considered a celebrant.

✨️So couples... the choice is yours!

✨️And venues... when showing couples around, please do explain their ceremony options. More choice and personalisation = a happier couple and an even more wonderful wedding day 💖

Find out more at independentcelebrants.com 👉

Perfect Words Ceremonies by Nikki Wood

20/11/2023

How pleased do you think I am today, look what has arrived in the post 😁😁😁😁

Wouldn't have achieved this without the fabulous .maughan and along with the amazing AMC students

06/11/2023

Wow, this has been a fantastic course - learnt many things about myself - but also how to celebrate life. Thank you to Angela for being an amazing Mentor through this journey.

27/10/2023

13/10/2023

When you start to write a funeral, you always hope the family and friends can see and feel their loved one as you speak about them. When you receive a review like this, you can say that was a script well done.

09/10/2023

Only a few more days to get tickets and I am really looking forward to meeting some fabulous couples this weekend.

Want to know how you can have a bespoke wedding all about you? - ask me

Want a dream venue but it's not licensed?- not a problem with a celebrant, ask me

What is a Celebrant? Just ask me

05/10/2023

Looking forward to seeing people there

South of England Wedding Fayre South of England Wedding Fayre 15 Oct 2023 South of England Event Centre Ardingly Showground Free Tickets from soewedfair.com

19/09/2023

So what will they say about you when you are gone? - to be honest you will have no idea.
Why is it that we leave our last moments to chance that someone might remember the things we want to be remembered by?
Its awkward to to talk about death - especially about your own death and wishes and while I am sitting here thinking about the words for my brother's goodbye I realise that even we did not start the conversation soon enough.

01/09/2023

Quirky Wedding Magazine is out now

30/08/2023

They say, "Once in a blue moon" the right person comes along..... let a celebrant tell the story when you share that feeling with the world

17/08/2023

Just a few days ago there was an article in Hitched taking about the wedding trends in 2024 - guess what? A celebrant led ceremony is the number 1 trend.

Consider yourself bang on trend all those lovely couples that have already booked me for next year - and looking forward to booking some more - you can check out my website and contact me to meet up and chat through your celebration dreams.

Celebrantpaulablack.co.uk

https://www.hitched.co.uk/wedding-planning/organising-and-planning/wedding-trends/ #:~:text=11%20Key%20Wedding%20Trends%20for%202024%201%201.,8%208.%20Wedding%20Dress%20Codes%20...%20More%20items

Wondering what the biggest wedding trends will be for 2024 and beyond? We've got the biggest wedding trends for the year ahead right here

17/08/2023

I'm in it 😁, judging ends in a couple of weeks 🤞

27/07/2023

This was a fabulous day to be part of - this is the perfect venue if you want a different setting for your wedding
P O P
O F
C O L O U R
This brilliantly colourful shoot at the amazing The Observatory Science Centre was so much fun with an incredible group of suppliers.
Everyone played their part and created all this yumminess!!
Thank you to the Observatory for having us be a part of this shoot, We loved it!
Venue - The Observatory Science Centre
Stylist - Betty Loves Vintage
HMUA Grace Benson Make Up
Florist - Little Flower Florist
Model Couple -Theodore and Eloise
Cake - Emily’s Mixing Bowl
Stationery - The Amyverse
Leather Jacket - Niamh Designs
Video - visual_muse
Pink Dress - Bead and Lace
Celebrant - Paula Black
Content Creator - The Social Man
Catering - Bay Tree Food
Dress - Claire de Lune Bridal
Marquee Furniture - J&D Hire
Marquee Drapes - Sweethearts Party Boutique

23/07/2023

A fabulous, unexpected gift that was gratefully accepted. I can only thank them for trusting me with their ceremony

23/07/2023

what a fabulous setting for today's wedding

23/07/2023

When you wake up and appreciate that all the rain has cleansed the space between the trees in preparation for your ceremony later

11/07/2023

Fantastic venue for a wedding

Venue: The Observatory Science Centre

Photography
Video: Muse Visuals
Stylist: Betty Loves Vintage
HMUA: Grace Benson Makeup
Florist: Little Flower Florist
Celebrant: Paula Black
Model Couple: Eloise and Tom
Offsite suppliers:
Cake: Emily’s Mixing Bowl
Catering: Bay Tree Foods
Stationery: The Amyverse
Dress: Claire de Lune Bridal
Leather Jacket: Niamh Designs
Marquee furniture: J&D Hire

21/06/2023

Blessings one and all as you balance the light and the dark in your lives

05/06/2023

A lovely review sent to me after a recent funeral which was an honour to officiate.

Paula led a wonderful service for my Grandad's funeral last month. He was 100 years of age and Paula really helped us to celebrate his long, amazing life. The service she wrote was very him and spoke his story beautifully. Paula was brilliant from the moment we contacted her, spending time with us and getting to know Les and our family which she reflected beautifully in the ceremony she created. Thank you again Paula!

14/05/2023

Some behind the scenes shots from a brilliant shoot last week

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Model Bride -
Model Groom –
MUA -
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Photographer –
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Florist -
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Stationery -
Cake Designer -
Wedding Rings -

Address

The Grove
Lewes
BN90QY

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 9pm
Tuesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 9pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+447851093827

Website

http://celebrantpaulablack.co.uk/

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How many ways can you say that sentiment? Well, today, in the Celebration of a fabulous man's life, we heard that time and time again. He may only have had 58 years, but my god, he made the most of them. The only sadness to take away from today is that he wasn't there to see his sons, at 21 and 11, embody his generosity of spirit when they set aside their grief and hugged and smiled everyone as they left the centre where the funeral had been held. The family are now sharing the many, many happy memories everyone has, with a few Lime daiquiris. Thank you for trusting me with your goodbyes

@quirkyweddingfayre @theyoghurtrooms thank you for a fabulous Wedding Fayre today. All the amazing suppliers will be showcased in tomorrow's reel.

Are you thinking of proposing to a loved one today? Do you want to make it memorable? Top Tips......... 1. Think of the venue.... Will you be in amongst other people? Will you suddenly become the centre of attention and your partner will become too embarrassed to enjoy the moment?. If public displays are not your thing, take a walk after the meal and find a space where just the two of you are together and the proposal will become the only thing that matters. 2. Is high adrenaline your thing? What about a zip wire delivery? Follow your loved one and arrive with ring in hand - your own cupid 💘 arrow. Think about what makes you the couple you are and what are the things you enjoy. Above all, be yourself. 3. Don't write down a speech - talk from the heart in the moment - you will forget what you had written anyway. #valentineproposal❤️ #valentineday #willyoumarryme Follow me as you plan your next steps and start the next adventure to a celebrant led, perfectly crafted celebration of your love. #celebrantledwedding

Head on down to the Amex @empiricalweddingfairs @celebrantpaulablack

Come along and have a chat about creating a wedding that will not be that same as any other that you at your guests will have seen before, or will again 😍 Follow the link in my bio to book tickets for today. There will be lots of fabulous suppliers to see and chat to. You could get all your wedding planning in the bag today. Supplier books are still open for this year, but many are already getting ready for 2025/6 - take the stress out of your day by booking early @empiricalweddingfairs #weddingfair #amexstadium #weddingplanningearly #celebrantledceremony #fpccelebrants #celebrantpaulablack #weddinginspiration #weddingseason #newlyengaged #weddingsuppliers

Sometimes, we have to sit back and appreciate the role we play in celebrating the life of a person who was loved by many. #westgatechapel #celebrationoflife #thesearethedaysofourlives #celebrantlife #amcstudenthub #celebrantdirectory #goodbyetofriends #celebrantledfuneral #cooper&sonsfuneraldirectors #cpjfield #griefIknowisjustlove #music #love #laughter

https://conventionforce.com/tickets/index.cfm?configid=1547497 Looking forward to seeing some fabulous people on Sunday - follow the link for tickets #celebrantledwedding #celebrantpaulablack #weddingsuppliers #weddingfairs #newlyengagedcouple #planningawedding

Wow, a lot has changed in a year. December 8th, 2022, I was just finishing my #proudtobefpc Wedding and Family Celebrants course. Now, I have also completed my #amcstudenthub Funeral course. Thank you, everyone, for your support and encouragement. I have met some amazing couples and families and had the pleasure of being with them at the best of times and the worst of times - your trust in me has been humbling. Here's to meeting more in 2024. This is just the beginning. #anniversary #celebrationoflife #celebrantledwedding #celebrantpaulablack #ayearisjustadropintime

Well, what will you be asking Santa for? Naughty or nice, sky is the limit, your wildest dreams or your simplest requests. At this time of year, we could be hoping that couples are going to fill in the last slots we have on our calendars. We could be remembering loved ones and hoping they are they are thinking of us, wherever they are. Requests for ourselves 🤷‍♀️ or requests for the world 🌎 #celebrantledwedding #santa #asksanta #celebrantpaulablack #christmastime #grandgestures #simplerequest #amcstudenthub #celebrantdirectory #aoic #proudtobefpc #answerinthecomments

So what do you think I like most about being a celebrant? I will let you into a secret..... .....everything. From the people I meet, to the stories I tell. Even when I am helping people say goodbye, there is love. Who wouldn't want this role in life? #wcw2023 #worldcelebrantsweek #associationofindependentcelebrants #fellowshipofprofessionalcelebrants #academyofmoderncelebrancy #celebrationoflife #celebrantledwedding #celebrantledfuneral #uniqueceremony #allaboutyou #livelaughlove #weddingsuppliers

So what makes me the Celebrant that I am? #worldcelebrantsweek Hi, I'm Paula. There is a little bit of everything I love that gets drawn into the ceremonies I create and share with the people I meet. It is in the weddings that celebrate the loves ❤️ and times of the couple and their guests. It is in the celebrations of the life that is lost 💔 as we say farewell to a loved one. I come with no judgement, and I leave behind memories. I love a sunset, the end of the day before it all becomes dark - the deep reds and bright purples, streaks of colour like the strands of the lives we lead - mixed to create a different picture every day. I love to travel - to see the world around me and to marvel in the difference of our cultures and our heritage. I love fresh footprints in the snow - the newness of the journey we take on this earth, some paths to be followed and some to be covered to let other's leave their own mark. I love a walk in the wood to experience nature on its own terms - a woodland setting for small intimate weddings or for joining us back to the fold of mother nature at the end of our lives. I am proud to support our Armed Forces and the NHS and as a small thank you, I always give a discount for Blue Light Card holders. I love good food, I love fireworks and I love gin! Whatever I create for you, it is always done with A Sense of Occasion. Did I say that I really love GIN?🍸 #worldcelebrantsweek #wcw2023 #celebrantledceremony #acelebrantwedme #celebrantpaulablack #celebrationoflife #funeralserviceprofessionals #weddinginwoods #atonewithnature #uniquerelationshipscelebrated #footprintsinthesnow #sunsets #asenseofoccasion #fellowshipofprofessionalcelebrants #associationofindependentcelebrants #academyofmoderncelebrancy #celebrantledwedding #celebrantledfuneral

What do celebrant do on an evening off ?- well in Sussex some of us do

Do Wedding Professionals hibernate?........No! Autumn arrives and we hit the Wedding Fayre's Alarms are set for Silly o'clock, cars are packed and we head put into the crisp mornings with watry sunshine

A wonderful natural space in the grounds of Florence House in Seaford - just an amazing setting fir a woodland wedding #florencehouseseaford #weddinginwoods #celebrant #celebrantledceremony #handtying #welcomingnaturesblessings #marriedinthewoods #celebrantpaulablack

Blessings one and all as you balance the light and the dark in your lives

Just a few snippets of a fabulous few days away

What a venue @chaffordpark

Congratulations, Amy Muller Big thank you to everyone who made enquiries about having a Celebrant at their wedding during the recent wedding fairs @theyoghurtrooms and @seldenbarns fabulously organised by @quirkyweddingfayre and @countyweddingevents There were so many fantastic couples, but we can only have one winner for the voucher for a Cream Tea for two at the Little Cottage Tea Rooms in Glynde https://littlecottagetearooms.co.uk/

Another Sunday and this wedding Fair is at Selden Barns near Patching with County Wedding Events @seldenbarn @countyweddingevents #seldonbarnwedding #countyweddingmagazines #countyweddingevents #celebrantledceremonies #sussexweddingcelebrant #celebrantpaulablack #independentcelebrants #weddingfairs