Bride puts grooms ring on his finger whilst celebrant looks on smiling
Bride and groom kiss at altar with celebrant smiling and clapping in background
Bride puts grooms ring on his finger whilst celebrant looks on smiling
Bride and groom kiss at altar with celebrant smiling and clapping in background
Bride and groom performing handfast with celebrant reading ceremony
Bride, groom, witnesses and celebrant smile for a picture whilst signing marriage certificate
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Independent Humanist Ceremonies

For personal, thoughtful ceremonies with a professional and friendly service, look no further than the incredible Independent Humanist Ceremonies. Touch the hearts of your guests and create unforgettable memories with your officiant as they ensure a smooth-running, stress-free and personalised ceremony for your special day.

Independent Humanist Ceremonies – Creating unique humanist weddings in Scotland

If you’re looking for a Scottish humanist wedding celebrant, Independent Humanist Ceremonies offer personalised, heartfelt, and legally recognised ceremonies tailored to your love story.

Uniquely different from other humanist organisations, they provide greater flexibility in your ceremony’s content and aim to deliver unique ceremonies, at the heart of which is your wishes. 

No matter what your requests may be, your talented celebrant will put together a ceremony that will touch the heart and souls of you and your guests.

Inclusive same-sex humanist ceremonies

Since 2009, Independent Humanist Ceremonies have provided humanist Services across Scotland with their team of over 35 legally authorised, fully insured celebrants. As strong supporters of inclusivity and equal marriage – all celebrants are legally authorised to conduct same-sex marriages and civil partnerships across Scotland.

Award-winning celebrants for your Scottish wedding

Independent Humanist Ceremonies have won more wedding industry awards than any other humanist organisation in Scotland – ensuring your ceremony is in expert hands.

There for you at one of the most important events of your lives, their wonderful selection of celebrants will curate a beautifully personal ceremony that perfectly captures the essence of you both as a couple, portraying your love and commitment exactly the way you envision. 

Personalised humanist wedding ceremonies

Your humanist ceremony is a unique opportunity to pledge your love, express your feelings about each other and share why you want to spend the rest of your lives together. Your ceremony is for and about you, and an Independent Humanist can assist you in creating a ceremony that reflects the depth of your feelings for each other.

For a memorable, emotional ceremony with some laughs sprinkled throughout, consider Independent Humanist Ceremonies for your special day. Expertly curated and carried out by their experienced, passionate and caring celebrants with a goal to put the cherry on top of your big day.

Book your Independent Humanist Ceremonies celebrant today by clicking 'Enquire now' and plan a ceremony as unique and personal as your love story.

FAQs

Where can I have a humanist wedding ceremony?

Anywhere! Independent Humanist Ceremonies are authorised by the Registrar General for Scotland to conduct legal ceremonies anywhere in Scotland.

How long before our wedding should we book our celebrant?

Once you have booked your venue, Independent Humanist Ceremonies suggest giving as much notice as possible by booking your humanist at the same time.

As the weekends, especially during summer, are incredibly busy – it’s important to get in touch early to avoid disappointment.

How much does an Independent Humanist Ceremonies celebrant cost?

The fee for wedding ceremonies and civil partnerships is £500. A £100 booking fee is payable upon meeting your celebrant, with the remaining balance being payable 28 days prior to your ceremony. 

Can we personalise the content of our ceremony?

Yes, Independent Humanist Ceremonies are more flexible than most humanist organisations when it comes to your ceremony's content. 

Your celebrant will work closely with you to create a ceremony that expertly captures your love story.

Regions covered

Aberdeenshire

Argyll + Bute

Ayrshire

Dumfries + Galloway

Dundee + Angus

Edinburgh + Lothians

Fife

Greater Glasgow

Highlands + Islands

Inverclyde + Renfrewshire

Lanarkshire

Loch Lomond + the Trossachs

Perthshire

Scottish Borders

Stirling, Falkirk + Clackmannanshire