I was born and educated, in Africa, and have lived in England, since 1979. My paternal grandparents were Scottish and my other grandmother was Cornish.My wife and I were married, in a Humanist ceremony, in 1999, I trained as a Celebrant, in 2007 and I have also served as a member of The Humanist U.K. Training Team and still support new trainees, as a Mentor. I think that it is paramount that couples, like you, have choice in how to mark special and significant landmarks and, if you are generous enough to invite me to be a part of your marriage ceremony, I shall work hard to justify that trust and to ensure that you get what you want. I shall write a ceremony with flair, creativity and originality and deliver it with impact, with a healthy blend of seriousness, gravitas and humour. Although I get paid for my services, it is by no means about the money. I have had great fun and it is an honour, a responsibility and a great privilege for me to work alongside you and to tell your story, to give your ceremonies special and lasting meaning which you can treasure. It doesn’t matter whether you are marrying for the first time or have done so before, it is my role and my goal to create ceremonies which leave an indelible impression of excellence which you can remember for a lifetime.
Hi, I'm Philip
” We were getting comments all day, about how unique and beautiful the ceremony was and how enjoyable it was to listen to you. It represented everything we wanted in our wedding ceremony. ”
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“ We have received many compliments from our friends and family on the ceremony and the way in which you led it…. Thank you for being such a pleasure to work with. You were patient and understanding and we appreciated your flexibility and enthusiastic suggestions… A few people even said it was the most moving ceremony they’d ever attended. ”
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“ Your words meant a lot to us and will forever be with us. ”
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” Thank you so much for the care and attention you’ve given to writing the script for our ceremony. We enjoyed reading every word. You have really captured what we value most, the important people in our lives and our shared world view. There is a balance between the serious and humorous and we both laughed out loud on more than one occasion. “
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“ Our day was so special and it was a beautiful service. In the future, when we have children, we would love you to do our naming ceremony so you will hear from us again.”
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” Thank you so very much for the fantastic ceremony you did for us on Saturday. We loved every minute of it and that was mainly thanks to you. We had so many people commenting on how amazing you were and we massively appreciate everything you did, the time you gave up and the distance you travelled ! ”
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Philip Scott
Where I work
I live in Reading and work in Berkshire and all the surrounding Home Counties but I am also happy to travel, in this country and overseas.
Fees from...
£500, which includes all travelling, within The Home Counties.
How to contact me
Phone
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HUMANIST CEREMONIES™ is the network of more than 550 celebrants, trained by national charity Humanists UK to a gold standard to provide memorable and meaningful humanist ceremonies to non-religious people. Operating throughout England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands, we deliver authentic, tailor-made and heartfelt ceremonies for life’s key moments. They are always inclusive and welcoming, regardless of the beliefs of those attending.
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Humanist weddings
A humanist wedding ceremony is a wonderful option to celebrate your wedding in the way you choose: without religion but with meaning, and totally true to the two of you. They are uplifting and heartwarming occasions, personal to each couple to reflect your personalities and interests, and your love story. Sincere and significant, your ceremony will be crafted to create an occasion which is unique and fitting to you both.
