Independent Wedding Celebrant

Hi!

I’m Marie-Claire and I’m so glad you found me.

I’m an independent celebrant based in the beautiful town of St Ives, Cornwall – though I’ll travel anywhere for love.

My journey began when two dear friends asked me to officiate their wedding. Standing beside them on one of the most meaningful days of their lives was an incredible honour - an experience that I will always treasure. I knew then that I wanted to become a celebrant - to work in such a joyful environment with people as they celebrate life’s important moments.

When I started learning about weddings, what struck me is that so many couples are tired of traditional ceremonies. So, Willow & Wild Weddings was born.

No two love stories are the same, so why should your ceremony be? Each ceremony I create is bespoke - crafted with care, heart and fun. Whether you're dreaming of something relaxed and informal, wildly romantic, or a little bit unconventional, I’ll work closely with you to shape a ceremony that feels personal, meaningful and unmistakably you.

A bride and groom holding hands, smiling, with a celebrant standing between them at a beachfront wedding ceremony. Floral arrangements and pampas grass decorate the scene.

A wedding celebrant works with you to create and deliver a personalised wedding ceremony. Independent wedding celebrants can offer flexibility beyond cultural and religious norms. Your ceremony will be written to reflect your values and beliefs and will be centred around your unique partnership.

What is a wedding celebrant?

We can incorporate anything you like, including personalised vows, rituals, guest interaction, readings, music, moments of reflection & storytelling. It’s your day; you make the rules!

Why choose a celebrant?

Gone are the days of ‘one-size-fits-all’ ceremonies. Your love story is unique and your ceremony should be too. I take the time to truly get to know you both; your personalities, your values and your journey together. With care, warmth, and plenty of fun, I craft a ceremony that’s engaging, personal and full of heart. It’s not just about saying “I do” - it’s about creating a ceremony as unforgettable as the celebration that follows. That’s what I’m here for.

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TESTIMONIALS

A newlywed couple holding hands and smiling during their beach wedding ceremony, with palm trees and floral decorations in the background.
A bride and groom look into each other's eyes during a wedding ceremony outdoors, surrounded by flowers and greenery, with an officiant in the background.
A bride and groom smiling pose together, with the bride holding a bouquet of white flowers, indoors against a rustic stone wall.
  • Mexico

    ‘Where do I even begin with Marie-Claire? From the very first call, she just got us. She asked the right questions, made us feel so seen, and worked with us to craft a ceremony that felt so authentically us, not some cookie-cutter script but a celebration of our story, our quirks, and the way we love.

    On the day itself, she held space with this calm, grounding confidence, but also brought so much heart, humour and warmth. It was a real emotional rollercoaster. She had us laughing, crying, and fully soaking up every second. It was like being married by someone who not only understood us but adored us.

    And honestly, the feeling is very mutual.

    I couldn’t have imagined anyone else standing up there with us. She ticked every celebrant box and then some, we're so grateful that MC became part of our story forever.

    Marie-Claire, thank you for giving us a ceremony that we’ll treasure for the rest of our lives. You were such a joy to work with from start to finish, and we’ll never stop raving about you!’

  • London

    “I can honestly say that Marie-Claire was one of the highlights of our wedding.

    She brought so much warmth and calm to our day, making everything feel relaxed, personal, heart-warming and full of joy. With guidance every step of the way, MC led a beautiful ceremony that perfectly reflected our values and felt true to us as a couple.

    I truly don't know if the day would have been the same without her - we can't thank her enough for making our wedding day so memorable, unique and personal

  • Devon

    ‘Marie-Claire is absolute gold. I could not be happier with who we chose to be our celebrant. From the very first email back it is so evident the warmth and consideration coming from her. The process she designed and guided us through was easy, smooth, and flexible. I can honestly say it was truly only a pleasure every time we caught up. I particularly appreciated how well she listened to our individuality as a pair of people who were getting married. Marie-Claire makes a real effort to get to know each person, and had great instincts. Not that it surprised us at all, but she was also a huge help the day before the wedding. She was bubbly and excited but mindfully looked out for where we were each at, and immediately took all our wishes totally seriously (down to a very specific way to tie ribbons for the napkins!). She was a dream on the day, stepping right into the supporting role we both needed despite wedding morning chaos, and even managed to take a few precious photos and videos of details we most likely would have not captured or seen. Throughout the process, she was incredibly organised, clear, and found a way to offer us new ideas, which we loved, without adding to any planning-overwhelm. Lastly, she was so prepared for the day in every way. She was perfectly colour co-ordinated and didn’t even bat an eye when there was a last minute plan swap due to touch-and-go weather.
    It must also be mentioned that many of our beloved guests took the time to let us know how wonderful they thought Marie-Claire was as our celebrant. She spoke beautifully, with perfect confidence and calm control, whilst also bringing her signature warmth and wonderful personality to each moment.
    Marie-Claire, truly you are perfect in our eyes and we are so so grateful for the care you took with and for us. We will remember the exceptionally wonderful part you played in our wedding all our lives, we feel very lucky!’

  • ‘Standing beside Amy and Nick as they were married by Marie-Claire was such a privilege. She created a ceremony that felt so real, so personal, and so full of love. You could see how comfortable she made them - they were able to laugh, cry, and just be completely present in the moment.

    What really stood out to me was how beautifully she balanced emotion with lightheartedness. The ceremony never felt stiff or scripted; it felt like it was written just for them, which of course it was. She brought warmth, ease, and such genuine care to every word she spoke.

    It was honestly one of the most moving ceremonies I’ve ever witnessed. Marie-Claire didn’t just lead a wedding she celebrated a love story in the most thoughtful way and I’d recommend her to anyone.’

I’d love to hear from you!

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