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Independent celebrant · Leicester & Leicestershire

Beautiful, Bespoke Ceremonies

Weddings, vow renewals, naming ceremonies and celebrations of life — written around your story and delivered with warmth, care and a little bit of fun.

Welcome to Rising Sun Ceremonies

What would life be without celebrations?

As a celebrant and ceremony expert, I don’t follow scripts I co-create experiences. With empathy, artistry and attention to detail, I work alongside you to shape a ceremony that’s authentic, inclusive, and filled with meaning. No templates, no clichés, just thoughtful storytelling and heartfelt rituals that honour your life beautifully. I’m here to listen and guide. I will work with you to write a unique, bespoke and personalised ceremony that encaptures your story and holds your guests attention.

As your celebrant, I will be there on the day to hold your hand and deliver your story with compassion, care, humour, fun and authenticity. Let’s talk about how we can bring your vision to life, one word, one moment, one rising sun at a time.

Hayley, independent celebrant in Leicestershire, reading a ceremony under a draped arch
How it works

The process

  1. 1

    Consultation

    When you make an enquiry we’ll get a date in the diary for your free 30 minute consultation via video call.

  2. 2

    Booking

    If you wish to go ahead, I’ll send over a booking form and a contract which on return with the booking fee will form my contractual obligation to you and the date will be firmly set in my diary.

  3. 3

    Preparation

    If necessary and agreed, I’ll send you a questionnaire and we’ll work together to diarise a date to meet up for a discovery session at least 6 months prior (where possible) to the event date.

  4. 4

    Ceremony

    On the day, I will be there to support you and deliver your personalised ceremony.

We can’t thank Hayley enough for making our wedding day so incredibly special. From our very first meetings, Hayley took the time to truly get to know us as a couple and understand exactly what we envisioned for our ceremony. Her thoughtful advice and suggestions were invaluable in making our day even more meaningful than we could have imagined.

The ceremony itself was absolutely beautiful, and Hayley’s personal touch made it truly unique to us. Her warmth and wonderful sense of humor shone through, creating a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. We received so many compliments from our guests about how personal and beautifully delivered the ceremony was – they all agreed Hayley was fantastic!

Nick & AmandaWedding · Leicestershire
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“They all agreed Hayley was fantastic”

Nothing matters more to me than how you and your guests feel on the day. Here’s what couples and families have said about working with me.

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Where I work

Ceremonies across the UK

I’m based in Leicestershire, and travel up to 70 miles is included in every standard fee. Further afield? I’m happy to travel anywhere in the UK — we’ll agree any extra travel before you book.

Where I work

Qualified & certified

Trained with the Academy of Modern Celebrancy

I’m a Certified Independent Modern Celebrant, qualified in both wedding and funeral celebrancy with The Academy of Modern Celebrancy.

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Let’s talk about your ceremony

Every ceremony starts with a free, no-pressure 30 minute video call. Tell me your story and we’ll see if we’re a good fit.