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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.

Free 30 minute video call · No obligation

“They all agreed Hayley was fantastic!” Nick & Amanda, wedding · Leicestershire

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 captures 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

    Free consultation

    Book a 30 minute video call at a time that suits you. We’ll chat about your plans and see if we click, no obligation.

  2. 2

    Booking

    Happy to go ahead? I’ll send a booking form and contract. Once they’re back with the booking fee, your date is secured in my diary.

  3. 3

    Preparation

    Where needed, I’ll send a questionnaire and we’ll meet for a discovery session, ideally six months or more before the day.

  4. 4

    Your ceremony

    On the day I’ll be there to support you and deliver your personalised ceremony, so you can relax and soak it all in.

Brad and Linda sharing a kiss and a toast at their 10th anniversary vow renewal
Kind words

“We all need a Hayley in our lives”

For their 10th wedding anniversary, Linda secretly arranged a vow renewal as a surprise for Brad. We worked together in total secret to create a ceremony full of their own memories, with homemade biodegradable confetti, of course.

“Hayley exceeded our expectations with such care, warmth and sensitivity, sprinkled with humour too.”Brad & Linda, Leicestershire
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.

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