Celtic Sacred Celebrants

25/01/2025

Exciting news from Sacred Celebrants Academy and Celtic Sacred Celebrants! We, Fiona and Izzy, are absolutely thrilled to announce that we will be co-hosting alongside the incredible Dawn Kinsella and Elle Welch, a truly transformative training in Glastonbury.

🪐 On this powerful day of the planetary alignment, we celebrate our expansion and introduce our incredible new tutors, who will guide you through the world-renowned Sacred Celebrant training. This is your opportunity to discover the magic of spiritual funerals, weddings, grief ceremonial work, and temple practices as we grow to serve sacred communities in Glastonbury, Devon, Sussex, and the Isle of Man.

👏🙌 The Glastonbury training at the end of May will be truly extraordinary, with the amazing Dawn Kinsella, founder of Sacred Celebrants Academy, the brilliant Elle, and the two of us - Izzy and Fiona - all coming together for a once-in-a-lifetime experience! 🔥

Join us as we align with the cosmos, open our hearts, and embark on this life-changing journey together. This is your moment to step into your purpose and share your unique light with the world. Let’s make magic happen!

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Exciting news from Sacred Celebrants Academy! On the powerful day of the planetary alignment, we celebrate our expansion and introduce our incredible new tut...

17/10/2024

Today, we celebrated the life of a nature-loving gentleman in a beautiful passing over ceremony at the Ayres in the Isle of Man.

His brother-in-law had crafted a small wooden sailboat to carry both his ashes and those his beloved cat across the sea, symbolising his deep connection to nature and those he loved.

Surrounded by family, we experienced a deeply healing ceremony on the beach, honoring his memory in the peace and beauty he cherished.

17/07/2024

We have been back in Glastonbury for deeper Sacred Ceremonialist training with Sacred Celebrants Academy.

It was a full on week with deeply profound experiences and settling back into the normalities of life over the past few days has been a challenge!

Keep checking this page for our new sacred ceremony events throughout the U.K. at our pop-up temples. Our new ceremonies include Dream Temples, Journeys to meet Goddess or Oracle, and Sacred Sound Journeys.
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24/05/2024

Recently, Izzy conducted a Pagan style funeral that was held in two parts. The committal ceremony at the crematorium, followed by a Passing Over Ceremony held in a beautiful area that the departed enjoyed his time in.

Combining the two ceremonies was such a sacred experience for the friends and family. The day was all about the beloved departed, his relationship to the world and his connections to all he knew.

Celebrating a creative soul who cherished the natural world. Such an honour to lead these meaningful rituals 🌿✨

27/04/2024

🌲Yew Tree Ceremony Isle of Man 🌲

On the 21st April, during the conjunction between Jupiter and Uranus in Ta**us, a very special Yew Tree ceremony was held on the Isle of Man. Celtic Sacred Celebrants had the honoured privilege of being part of this special ceremony. During the weekend, we were also granted access to a 400+ year old English Yew tree, possibly the oldest on the island.

The Yew tree (Taxus baccata) is the holder of ancient wisdom, reveals unseen and the true self and can assist in stripping away karmic cycles. In Celtic mythology Yew stands as the portal to the Otherworld and the land of the dead. As the last tree in the Ogham alphabet it is connected with life beyond what we term as death.

The space was led by plant spirit healer Emma Fitchett, founder of Plant Consciousness. Attendees from both the Island and those who travelled from the U.K., druids, bards, shamans, dowsers and water healers, all took part in the 8 hour ceremony, to honour the Yew during this special astrological event. A truly beautiful day 💜

07/02/2024

🌿✨ Handfasting Season is upon us! ✨🌿

As the days grow longer and nature begins to awaken, we're excited that Handfasting Season is just around the corner! 🍃💞 Whether you're looking to celebrate a commitment ceremony, renew your vows, or tie the knot in a unique and meaningful way, our Celtic Pagan styled handfastings offer the perfect blend of tradition and magic.

💑 Whether you're a newly engaged couple, celebrating decades of love, or simply seeking a special way to commemorate your bond, our handfasting ceremonies are tailored to reflect your unique story and spiritual beliefs.

🌸🍃 Embrace the Magic of Nature 🍃🌸
Surrounded by the beauty of nature, under the canopy of trees or beneath the open sky, our handfasting ceremonies capture the essence of the natural world and the timeless rhythms of the earth. With elements inspired by Celtic traditions, each ceremony is crafted to infuse your special day with meaning, symbolism, and enchantment.

Your handfasting can be an intimate ceremony for just the two of you, or a large gathering with your loved ones. You can also opt for the whole two day event or a simple 30 minute ceremony.

Join us in celebrating love, unity, and the beauty of handfasting season! Whether you're embarking on a new journey together or reaffirming your commitment, let's create memories that will last a lifetime. Reach out today to start planning your magical handfasting ceremony. 🌿💞

01/02/2024

Imbolc Blessings

A time of renewal, new beginnings.

The earth begins to warm and awaken, gently offering us the first signs of Spring.

The quickening.

If your soul is calling for a new beginning or renewal, reach out and we can help you plan the perfect ceremony.

27/01/2024

Spring is around the corner and if you’re thinking of a couples ceremony, have you ever thought about having a traditional Celtic handfasting ceremony?

What’s the difference between a handfasting ceremony and a symbolic action of handfasting in a wedding ceremony? Well, it’s HUGE! Read all about it here 👇🏻

Handfasting ceremonies available in the Isle of Man and Sussex!

The difference between a Handfasting Ceremony and the symbolic action of handfasting within a celebration ceremony.

Handfasting, it’s just about binding the couples hands with ribbon, right? Well… yes and no.

You’ve likely witnessed the symbolic action of handfasting at a wedding, civil partnership, couples or commitment ceremony. Near the end of the ceremony, the couples hands are united together with ribbons, cords and so on.

Whilst the above is a symbolic representation of handfasting, it’s worlds apart from an actual Handfasting Ceremony.

What makes the Handfasting Ceremony different?

A Handfasting Ceremony can span from one to two days, depending on the couple’s preferences. It takes place within a sacred space, following a template based on the four elements - Earth representing stability, Air representing new beginnings, Fire representing passion and transformation and Water representing blessings.

The ceremony is deeply rooted in nature providing a deeper spiritual dimension to the Handfasting Ceremony.

Throughout the ceremony, the couple embark on a journey through their love, receiving unique blessings from each element.

To symbolise their unity with the blessing of Earth, they have the option of either binding their hands with ribbons and cords to ‘tie the knot’ or participating in the Hoop and Wand ceremony.

The Hoop and Wand are created by the couple bringing together a willow hoop and a willow wand that has been adorned with meaningful symbols and decorations by the couple.

As they are placed together by the couple who join hands, and bind the hoop and the wand with ribbons and cords, it symbolises the sacred circle of life and unity. It represents the union of the couples energies and the boundaries they set for their shared life.

There are various rituals similar to the Hoop and Wand throughout a Handfasting Ceremony, making it a truly unique ceremony indeed. A perfect ceremony to celebrate weddings, commitments, unity and renewal of vows, using the elements of nature.

While both types of handfasting have their own unique beauty, the actual Handfasting Ceremony holds a deeper, spiritual significance that connects the couple to the elements and the sacred.

14/01/2024

A new memorial woodland is being created in the West of the Isle of Man. What a beautiful space this will be to hold sacred memorial ceremonies for those who have passed ❤️

01/01/2024

Welcome to 2024 - the year of the Wood Dragon! 🐉

The Wood Dragon brings a positive energy that stimulates creativity, innovation and growth. Combined with the nourishing Wood element also brings evolution, improvement and abundance.

This is a time for new beginnings and setting the foundation for long-term success. If you want to be successful in the year of the dragon, let go of all that no longer serves you, step out the old you, initiate yourself into a new era.

In the spirit of transformation, step into a new chapter with our bespoke initiation ceremonies - a profound blend of releasing the past and embracing your empowered self, the sovereign you. 🌿✨ DM us for more information!

04/12/2023

What is a naming ceremony?

A naming ceremony is a non formal, non religious alternative to a christening -a celebration where you introduce your little one to family and community.

Our naming ceremonies will be written entirely from scratch and created around your family and your wishes.

All sorts of lovely symbolic acts can be included that mean something to you and your family - we like to have the children blow bubbles to symbolise the releasing of the new name to the world - but truly it's your day and anything goes.

You might want to plant a tree or create a garland or make a tiny footprint in clay.

Your celebration is only limited by your imagination!

During the ceremony, the parents will state their commitment to their child, thank their family and friends and announce their hopes for the child’s life.

We would typically use the container of the four elements to call in Elemental Readers (fairy godparents!) who will make promises to support the child - maybe via a reading, a poem or a song - but again, it's up to you.

There's always lots of fun, lots of laughter and lots of guest involvement.

They say it takes a village to raise a child. A naming ceremony, your way, is the perfect way to bring your village together to celebrate a new life.

PS. All that said, naming ceremonies are not just for children and babies!

Contact Izzy or Fiona to arrange your unique naming ceremony.

13/11/2023

Choosing a celebrant means choosing a deeply personalised and meaningful experience for life's most significant moments.

In the UK, with approximately 278,599 weddings, 700,000 funerals, and 605,000 births yearly, and in the Isle of Man hosting 289 weddings, 853 funerals, and an average of 650 births yearly, opting for a celebrant who will craft your ceremony tailored to your individual beliefs and values has never been easier.

Their unique approach ensures each event authentically mirrors the individuals involved.

For those seeking spiritual ceremonies connected to nature and the elements, Izzy and Fiona provide an unforgettable way to mark life's most meaningful moments.

Read more in our latest blog!

Choosing a celebrant means choosing a personalised and heartfelt ceremony for life's most significant moments.

07/11/2023

The difference between a Handfasting Ceremony and the symbolic action of handfasting within a celebration ceremony.

Handfasting, it’s just about binding the couples hands with ribbon, right? Well… yes and no.

You’ve likely witnessed the symbolic action of handfasting at a wedding, civil partnership, couples or commitment ceremony. Near the end of the ceremony, the couples hands are united together with ribbons, cords and so on.

Whilst the above is a symbolic representation of handfasting, it’s worlds apart from an actual Handfasting Ceremony.

What makes the Handfasting Ceremony different?

A Handfasting Ceremony can span from one to two days, depending on the couple’s preferences. It takes place within a sacred space, following a template based on the four elements - Earth representing stability, Air representing new beginnings, Fire representing passion and transformation and Water representing blessings.

The ceremony is deeply rooted in nature providing a deeper spiritual dimension to the Handfasting Ceremony.

Throughout the ceremony, the couple embark on a journey through their love, receiving unique blessings from each element.

To symbolise their unity with the blessing of Earth, they have the option of either binding their hands with ribbons and cords to ‘tie the knot’ or participating in the Hoop and Wand ceremony.

The Hoop and Wand are created by the couple bringing together a willow hoop and a willow wand that has been adorned with meaningful symbols and decorations by the couple.

As they are placed together by the couple who join hands, and bind the hoop and the wand with ribbons and cords, it symbolises the sacred circle of life and unity. It represents the union of the couples energies and the boundaries they set for their shared life.

There are various rituals similar to the Hoop and Wand throughout a Handfasting Ceremony, making it a truly unique ceremony indeed. A perfect ceremony to celebrate weddings, commitments, unity and renewal of vows, using the elements of nature.

While both types of handfasting have their own unique beauty, the actual Handfasting Ceremony holds a deeper, spiritual significance that connects the couple to the elements and the sacred.

29/10/2023

Felt compelled to share this exquisite creation this morning.

Full of love and loss and beauty, despair and hope and wonder.

'Let the fern unfurl your grieving'

Spell Songs is a musical evolution of both The Lost Words & The Lost Spells books by acclaimed author Robert Macfarlane and award-winning illustrator Jackie ...

25/10/2023

Another beautiful testimonial.

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There simply aren’t sufficient words to describe what an honour, what a privilege and what a joy this work is.

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19/10/2023

So many ways to tie the knot!

Handfasting cords can be anything you want them to be - silk ribbons, old fabric, lace or twine.

Any materials that hold significance for you can be woven together, from beginning to end, just as you plan to be.

Of course there are so many places now to buy excatly what you want - exquisitely crafted to your desired aesthetic. Etsy is a good place to start for traditionally handcrafted cords.

Typically, handfasting cords can also be adorned with blessings ribbons from gamily and friends after the ceremony.

Your cord will then hang proudly in your home as a reminder of your promises, your commitment and of the day you tied the knot!

If you're unsure where to start, Izzy and I can help.

There is no right or wrong way to make handfasting cords, and they can be as elaborate or simple as you want them to be. It really comes down to what you want to represent yourselves, or what is easiest for you.

06/10/2023

02/10/2023

🌟Rituals or Ceremonies, what’s the difference?🌟

Ever wondered about the difference between rituals and ceremonies? 🤔 In our latest blog post, we delve into the nuances that set them apart. 📜

🎉 Ceremonies: Celebrations of life's milestones, open for all to join. Think weddings, naming ceremonies, solstice gatherings and more! 🎊

🕯️ Rituals: Personal or group journeys, shrouded in symbolism and tradition, fostering deep connections. 🙏

Join us in exploring the vibrant world of rituals and ceremonies. 🌍 Read our blog now: http://www.celtic-celebrants.co.uk/celebrancy/ritual-vs-ceremony/ 📚