Hi, I'm Sharon

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A ceremony that feels like you.

Not something scripted or performed.

Something calm, thoughtful, and genuinely reflective of the people at the centre of it.

ABOUT ME

I create personal, non-religious ceremonies for weddings, elopements, vow renewals and commitment ceremonies.

Every ceremony begins with a conversation and grows from there.

I take time to understand what matters to you—how you met, what you value, and what your relationship really feels like — so that the ceremony reflects that in a natural and meaningful way.

My approach is also shaped by personal experience. I had a humanist wedding in 2014, and later a naming ceremony for my daughter in 2019.

Both showed me how powerful a ceremony can be when it feels natural, thoughtful and genuinely reflective — and that’s what I aim to create for others.

My approach is calm and structured, but never rigid. I’ll guide you through the process so you always know what to expect, while making sure the ceremony itself feels easy, relaxed and true to you.

MY APPROACH

For many couples, the ceremony is the part they feel most unsure about.

You might know you don’t want something traditional or religious but not quite know what you do want instead.

That’s where I come in.

I help you shape something that feels right — without pressure, without templates, and without it becoming overcomplicated.

The result is a ceremony that feels considered, personal and quietly confident.

WHAT I OFFER

I create ceremonies for:

– Weddings

– Elopements

– Vow renewals

– Commitment ceremonies

Whether you’re planning something small and intimate or a larger gathering, the focus remains the same: something that feels like you.

THE PROCESS

I’ll guide you through the whole process, from our first conversation to the day itself.

We’ll talk about your story, your ideas and how you want the ceremony to feel, and I’ll shape that into something that flows naturally and feels right.

You’ll always have the opportunity to review and refine things, so you feel completely comfortable with what we create together.

If you’re looking for a ceremony that feels thoughtful, personal and genuinely reflective of you, I’d love to hear from you.

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Sharon Bridgland-Gough

Where I work

Hampshire, Berkshire, Dorset, Sussex, Kent, and London. I will travel UK-wide subject to travel and diary availability

Fees from...

£650 plus travel beyond 30 miles from Alton

How to contact me
Email

Hello@simplyhumanceremonies.co.uk

Phone

07399 435355

Website

www.simplyhumanceremonies.co.uk

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.

You can trust Humanist Ceremonies celebrants: We are DBS-checked, fully insured, and regularly peer reviewed for quality assurance. We are committed to a code of conduct, and have a transparent and robust complaints process in the rare case of a problem. We all pay a monthly fee to Humanists UK to further support the work of the charity, and are part of a regional network for like-minded celebrants for support and learning.

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.