Gearhead Celebrant

30/12/2022

Not a 'gearhead' wedding, but a celebration I conducted just before Christmas, and I couldn't have wished for a more glowing review on my Celebrant Directory page from Jo and Morgan 😃

Johanna Coulson-Dixon

WEDDING | 12/16/2022 | WHITSTABLE UMBRELLA CENTRE

Gibb was not only the perfect celebrant for our wedding blessing, but was also a kind and patient guide during the whole planning process. From initial enquiry all the way through to the big day, Gibb was great at communication, scheduling regular catch-ups so that we could get to know each other and make a perfect plan for our blessing ceremony. Gibb provided examples of things to include in our ceremony so we could achieve a perfect balance of traditional elements and things just for us. He was game to go along with some of our more quirky ideas such as having a blessing in Elvish and suggested ideas of his own, like collecting the rings from a TARDIS (you had to be there…) Overall, planning the ceremony with Gibb was fun and he created something that was personal, funny and just perfect for us. By using surveys, my partner and I and our friends were able to contribute our own ‘re-tellings’ of our story together so that Gibb could write the perfect personalised script for our ceremony. Our friends absolutely loved hearing our story being told in this unique way! I honestly can’t recommend Gibb enough; he was really patient with us when we were a bit overwhelmed by everything, and gently encouraged us in the right direction when it came to decision making for the big day. He’s the perfect guy if you’re looking for a personal ceremony with a difference.
Thank you so much Gibb!

09/12/2022

They're gonna need a Gearhead Celebrant! Shame they're in Florida - and I'm not. 😕

06/09/2022

Yesterday I had the honour of officiating the funeral of a true legend in the biking world. Fred Warr began dealing in used Harley Davidsons after WW2, with Warr's becoming the first dealer to import new Harleys post war. The Warr's motorcycle store in the Kings Road was - and remains - the go to place for anything Harley, and count some of the world's most famous rock and acting personalities among their clientele.
His two sons were outriders on vintage Harleys to the hearse at Hastings Crematorium, one wearing Fred's old 'bone dome' crash helmet.
Fred leaves behind a true legacy, and a collection of fine motorbikes in the form of a museum at the Kings Road store, with a further shop in Wandsworth.
The service was a small private affair, but it's possible there will be a public celebration in the form of a ride-out in his honour.
Donations in his name can be made to the Motor Neurone Disease Association.

27/04/2022

When you're late getting to the crematorium! 😄

Congrats to for taking home the win in the Street Kings 8.50 class at West🤘🏼

30/03/2022

It's time for me to get back into that celebrant saddle! 😎
Like many celebrants, officiating is something we do to bolster another income, and when the pandemic hit I kind of put the celebrant business on the backburner. But with a couple of weddings coming in the next few weeks, it's time to push for some business!
So if you have a 'rites of passage' approaching that requires an independent celebrant, consider one that shares your interests and vision.
To be fair, the weddings I'm about to do aren't 'Gearhead' occasions - I work with 'normal' people too 😄.

30/04/2021

In some areas of the UK the registry office marriage service is now digitalised - and this will soon become nationwide. This means the ceremonial signing of a document, a copy of which you keep, will be no more. Newly married couples will receive a print out a few days later. I think this is a great shame. 😕
The good news is, that an independent celebrant (like me) can include a ceremonial signing of a bespoke (unofficial) specially created document to mark the occasion in a couples unique ceremony. 😁
The image is of my own registry wedding 32 years ago in the days before celebrants - it would be a pity if this ritual vanishes into the ether.

02/03/2021

Alternative gifts of love for the gearhead in your life!
Piston Rings and Things 🙂

15/02/2021

13/02/2021

A gearhead's valentine 🥰

You’re the spark to my ignition
The oil in my transmission
The fuel in my carburetor
I couldn’t be with anyone better

You’re the ni**le to my grease gun
The one who makes my motor run
The piston to my compression
The one who drives my passion

Turn my key and come with me
On a road trip of love we shall always be

11/02/2021

Where possible, it's great if someone who's terminally ill to have a hand in their own funeral, but is this really the best way for the deceased to have their voice heard?

31/01/2021

I definitely recommend the Campervan Cookie Co.. Not just for Valentine's, but for every other celebration! 😊😎

This has been our most popular Valentine's cookie design so far this year. However, this could change as we're still taking orders for another week or so. Check out our full range of Valentine’s cookies here: https://campervancookies.com/cookies/Valentines_Day

30/01/2021

I'm honestly not sure what to think about this, but as a 'way move on to the next stage' it seems to be an environmentally sound solution. I wouldn't be at all surprised if it catches on.
(BTW, the Kent mentioned in the article is in the USA - not the one in which I live!)

Somewhere in Kent, tucked anonymously into acres of warehouses and light-industrial workshops, the first full-service human-composting funeral home in the United States is operational.

04/01/2021

💕🌅 Locations like this don't have be a dream with Celebrant Led Ceremony you can hold your ultimate day where ever you heart desires!🌅💕

www.thecelebrantdirectory.com

21/12/2020

Now here's a great gearhead coffin!

07/12/2020

Day 7 of our and it is…

Planning a Christmas Wedding…..

Here are my top 5 tips ..

1. Start planning early, many venues are booked up with Christmas parties and most family members will have their own traditions – make sure the people you love are free and can plan their annual get together around your celebration!

2. Embrace the Christmas décor – the open log fires, twinkling tree, garlands, fairy lights, Christmas crackers and hopefully some snow to set the scene off!

3. Incorporate the Xmas fayre on offer at most venues, who doesn’t love a roast turkey dinner and don’t forget the Christmas cake could be your cake!

4. Keep warm – ensure extra layers are included or go full out winter theme and include a cape with a fur hood! Don’t forget the guests, extra rugs, warming hot toddy’s, also, consider heating some of the outdoor spaces at your venue with patio heaters and maybe add a Hot Chocolate bar ??

5. Or….ignore Christmas altogether – just because you are getting married at Christmas does not mean you have to plunge straight into the theme, stay true to your beliefs and have the wedding of your dreams…search for a Celebrant and don’t forget our FPC motto….

“Your Voice, Your Choice, Your Ceremony”


To find your FPC Celebrant check out our fabulous website – link in the BIO!

22/10/2020

Now THAT'S a wedding shoe! 😁

Want to rock your Air Force 1s on your wedding day? 💕👟

With a Celebrant your wedding day is all your way! 💕🎉💕

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12/10/2020

Gotta love a Dub 'bus for a wedding!

10/10/2020

My wife and I had a horse-drawn wedding - it wasn't great. With hindsight we probably should have used a photographer like everyone else.
😁🤣

30/09/2020

Just one of the reasons that makes a celebrant special. Everything is written just for you. 😊

A funeral should be as unique as the person it commemorates; for that reason, your Celebrant will always personalise your service script. Find out how here.

28/08/2020

Anything goes with a celebrant led wedding!

🌈 💕🌈Who says all bridesmaids have to wear the same dress? Have your day your way with a Celebrant led wedding! 🌈 💕 🌈

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03/08/2020

Wedding sorted!
(Taken from the FPC page 😊)

31/07/2020

Feeling sorry for couples who had re-arranged their weddings so that they could take advantage of the 30 guests rule, which was have come into action tomorrow. The government announced today that this particular easing of lockdown (along with several others) will be postponed. 🙁

27/07/2020

A perfect wedding vehicle for a gearhead wedding must be a VeeDub bus! Fortunately The White Van Wedding Company can supply just that.
With both a fully restored 'Splittie' and a 'Bay Window' available, as well as a VeeDub van to use as a photo booth. Located like myself in Kent, they cover the south of England.
Check them out on FB or their website.
Why not book us both! 😎😁
https://www.thewhitevanwedding.com/

VW Campervan Wedding Car Hire - At The White Van Wedding Co. we have a beautiful fleet of vintage VW campers available to hire. Based on the edge of Kent and London, and also covering Surrey and Sussex. A campervan is the perfect vehicle for brides or grooms. Travel in unique style!

24/07/2020

It's important to keep a sense of humour about these things! 😁

24/07/2020

Thinking about a ceremony outside? This is great advice from those that know 😊

Top tips for planning an outdoor ceremony

23/07/2020

If you're anywhere near Ludlow - go here 😊

15/07/2020

What a brilliant idea! 😃

Sometimes our customers have the best ideas! We’ve recently been asked to modify our Perfect Match Cookie Card as an engagement gift – and have now made this a standard option. We’ve also added in an anniversary option for good measure! https://campervancookies.com/The_Perfect_Match_Cookie_Card

05/07/2020

28/06/2020

27/06/2020

I love this place.
Stay in the UK - give yourself a Shropshire staycation this year! 😎