Warm, thoughtful ceremonies for couples who want their Wedding or Elopement to feel meaningful, joyful and completely their own.

Marriage is an unknown adventure for two, and as Elizabeth Barrett said,

“Love doesn’t make the world go round.

     Love is what makes the ride worthwhile.”

G and C wedding at the stunning Villa Honegg, Switzerland. Credit @raheldurrer

I believe a wedding ceremony should feel joyful and deeply meaningful for you and your guests as well as filled with your personality and reflect your signature. 

For more than 15 years I have helped couples create ceremonies that reflect their love story, their values and the life they are building together. After more than 600 ceremonies, it still moves me to see two people promise their lives to each other. It is always a privilege to help couples create that moment.

Why Couples Choose me as their Celebrant

Couples often tell me they felt reassured by my experience and the warmth I bring to the ceremony.

They know their ceremony will be thoughtfully written, carefully prepared and delivered with sincerity and joy.

For many couples it feels like having a calm and caring presence beside them on one of the most important days of their lives.

Beautiful Ceremonies in Beautiful Places

 

Based in Germany and London, I work with couples across the UK and Europe, often with extraordinary and  epic landscapes as our backdrop.

Mountain elopements in Switzerland and Austria
Romantic celebrations in Germany
Elegant weddings in the UK

Wherever you choose to marry, your ceremony will feel personal, relaxed and meaningful.

Since many of my couples are international, I am delighted to offer my support and expertise to  couples who are planning a wedding in Europe from the USA or Canada.  

It is really satisfying to craft personalised ceremonies for couples who choose intentional experiences rather than  following tradition for its own sake, and who value their ceremony, the heart of their day,  as being honest and true to them.  

I’ll carefully weave your unique love story into a celebratory script that is filled with love, laughter, fun and storytelling, and naturally resonates with your own “voice”.   

Many couples say I have captured their personalities and their love story so well that guests often believe I am a member of their family, as C and S shared in a recent review:

“Yvonne’s ability to capture our story was truly special—many of our friends even thought she was a long-time family friend because of how personal and heartfelt the ceremony felt.

From start to finish, she brought our vision to life in a way that was genuine, warm, and reflective of who we are as a couple.

We are so grateful for Yvonne’s kindness, professionalism, and joy. If you’re looking for a celebrant who will truly honour your love story and make your day unforgettable, we wholeheartedly recommend her! “

C and S, USA and Berlin

As a bilingual Celebrant, I can deliver your ceremony in English or German, or a combination of both,  making it a genuinely inclusive celebration.

Kind words from C and B after their beautiful Christmas Wedding at a Castle in Germany : 

On our wedding day, Yvonne was absolutely incredible. Her presence was calming, her delivery was flawless, and she created such a special atmosphere that felt both emotional and joyful. So many of our guests came up to us afterward to tell us how amazing she was and how it was one of the best ceremonies they’ve ever witnessed.

If you’re looking for a celebrant who will make your ceremony truly special, Yvonne is the one”

Ways we can create your Ceremony

Celebrant led ceremonies

For couples who want their ceremony held with care so they can simply enjoy the moment.

Self led ceremony companion

For couples who prefer a private exchange of vows while still having a personal ceremony written with guidance and experience.

I promise,  by choosing me as your Celebrant, whether your Ceremony is in England, Germany, Europe or beyond,  in English or in German or a combination of both;  your vision, your love story, and your ceremony will be in safe and experienced hands. 

I have proudly held space for my couples as they step into marriage.  Many are shared on my Real Weddings Page

Your Ceremony will contain authenticity and originality.  There are no templates,  and as much or as little formality as you wish.  There is space for fun, laughter, happy tears, for those you love to take an active part, and acknowledge and honour those who are not able to stand with you. 

With this degree of personalisation, your ceremony will make you feel the way you want to feel:  happy, relaxed, and completely present in the moment, along with your family and friends.

Your celebrant-led Wedding Ceremony really is designed for you  alone. 

Create your own new Wedding Traditions

The question I often get asked is what will the ceremony be like?  Many couples want to honour tradition but also wish to include modern ideas and are concerned their ceremony will be stiff and formal.  

That is something we discover as we work together, building the foundations through our conversations, to create a ceremony that reflects your values and how you want to feel on your Wedding day.   

Berlepsch Castle, Germany Credit @larisagancea

I would be delighted to stand with you, lead your ceremony, in the UK or in Europe. 

Let’s start a conversation…. 

Get in touch, there really is no obligation, no hard sell, just me, ready to listen and help, and give you the benefit and advantage of my years of experience in over 600 weddings! 

I promise you it will be worth the call. 

If you’d like a relaxed introduction to how I work and what a ceremony with me can feel like, you’re very welcome to download my Wedding & Elopement brochure.

If you’d like some guidance before or after downloading the brochure, I’ve also written a blog on how to choose the right wedding celebrant.

How to choose the right wedding Celebrant 

If you are planning a wedding or elopement in Europe and would like a ceremony that feels joyful, meaningful and completely your own, I would love to hear about your plans.  

Check my Calendly link  for my availability in the next two weeks,  or message me on my WhatsApp: +44 7800543426  for weekend or other dates.  Or if you prefer, just fill in the form below!  

Thank you!  I look forward to chatting with you soon!

Warmest wishes

Yvonne

P.S. …… if you arE curious as to how i became a celebrant, here’s my story….. 

In 2002 I was invited to attend a friend’s wedding in Australia, and was blown away by her totally personalised Ceremony, not just the location in a vineyard on a mountain top overlooking the ocean, but also the relaxed format and the amount of personal content. 

I really loved the freedom they had in terms of their ceremony, and when asked if I would like to speak to their Celebrant, I was excited and curious!  I was totally enchanted with the role : blending real love stories with wonderful meaningful rituals, and creating magic and memories!  In 2011, I stepped back from a long career in public service, and began my career as a Family and Marriage Celebrant after completing my Training with the Fellowship of Professional Celebrants.  

 

Since moving to Germany in 2017, I offer destination English/Bilingual Weddings, Elopements and Vow Renewals. 

Returning to my first language, and to offer this as a particularly inclusive part of a ceremony, is a real joy and again I have a deep sense of gratitude and pride in being able to include language, quotes and even traditional rituals in my ceremonies!

Warmest Wishes, Yvonne ♥

Kind words from Melissa and Shane after their beautiful personal Elopement

 “Our celebrant..Yvonne Beck, is a Wedding Celebrant who understood the need and desire for this ceremony even though we had already had one, who wrote the most heartfelt and personal things to say and did 2 beautiful traditional German wedding practices.

Thank you Yvonne! “