About Us
Celebrant‑Led Ceremonies in Essex & Suffolk
At Civil Weddings, we believe every ceremony should be as unique as the people at its heart. We specialise in celebrant-led ceremonies in Essex & Suffolk, designed with care and creativity to reflect your values, your story, and your style. Founded by Chris Champion, an independent celebrant and former local authority registrar with over a decade of experience, Civil Weddings offers personally designed ceremonies, — a personal, flexible, and heartfelt alternative to traditional ceremonies.
Meet Chris Champion
Chris Champion is an independent celebrant known for warmth, professionalism, and empowering clients. With extensive experience in designing and delivering ceremonies, Chris brings both creativity and reassurance to every occasion. His background as a registrar ensures a deep understanding of ceremony structure, while his celebrant practice allows for freedom, flexibility, and personalisation.
Our Approach to Ceremonies
Every couple, family, and community has a unique story, and we believe your ceremony should reflect that. At Civil Weddings, we take time to listen, to understand your values, and to weave them into words and rituals that feel authentic. Whether you’re planning a wedding, a vow renewal, or a naming ceremony, our role is to guide you with warmth and clarity, ensuring the process feels simple and reassuring.
We know that planning a ceremony can feel overwhelming, so we provide clear options, templates, and creative suggestions to help you make confident choices. Our ceremonies are always inclusive, flexible, and designed to celebrate love in all its forms. From traditional elements to modern touches, we’ll help you find the balance that feels right for you.
Working across Essex and Suffolk, we’ve supported couples in historic venues, countryside barns, coastal settings, and intimate gardens. Wherever your ceremony takes place, our focus is on creating a moment that feels personal, memorable, and true to you.
Why Choose Civil Weddings?
- Personalised ceremonies tailored to your values and story
- Inclusive and flexible approach for weddings, commitments, and family events
- Professional expertise from a celebrant with registrar experience
- Warm, reassuring support throughout planning and delivery
Our celebrant‑led ceremonies in Essex & Suffolk are always tailored to your values and story, giving you a day that feels truly yours.
Our Services
Civil Weddings offers a range of celebrant‑led ceremonies in Essex & Suffolk, including:
- Weddings and civil partnership celebrations,
- Commitment ceremonies
- Naming ceremonies
- renewal of vows
- Symbolic rituals such as handfasting, candle lighting, and ring warming
How We Work With You
From the first conversation, our focus is on listening and shaping ideas into wording and rituals that feel natural. You’ll receive clear templates and flexible options — never a one‑size‑fits‑all script. Whether your ceremony is in a countryside barn, a coastal setting, or a historic venue in Essex or Suffolk, we’ll help you create moments that feel calm, joyful, and unmistakably yours. We welcome traditions and modern touches, guiding you to choose what belongs. Our promise is simple: warm guidance, professional structure, and the freedom to celebrate in your own words.
Book a Consultation
Planning your ceremony should feel simple and empowering. We offer free Zoom consultations to discuss your ideas and explore how Civil Weddings can help create a day that feels truly yours.
Ready to Plan Your Perfect Ceremony?
Book your free Zoom consultation and let’s start creating something unforgettable.
Your story, your ceremony, created with Civil Weddings.
