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Because your wedding ceremony
shouldn't be the boring bit before the party!

Have you ever been to a wedding and thought it's boring and the same as others?
Did you know, yours doesn't have to be like that?
Let's make sure your ceremony screams of your personality.
We are all unique and that's why your ceremony should be too!

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"Absolutely adored having Kelly officiate our wedding day, she was perfect in every way! So professional, caring and made you really feel at ease. There was so much effort and thought that went into her words to make our ceremony just perfect. Thank you again Kelly!"

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Kelly Hawes Celebrant

Hi, I’m Kelly. I’m here to elevate your wedding from a standard script everyone’s heard a million times before, to a standout celebration that actually feels like you.

  • Zero Boredom: No dry lectures or recycled scripts. Just fun, laughter, and guests who are actually awake.

  • Your Rules: Want a Tequila toast,  mid-ceremony sing-along or a dog ringbearer?      If it makes you happy, it’s in.

  • Total Flexibility: Whether you want a high-energy entrance or a low-key vibe that keeps the spotlight soft; we do it your way.

  • Personal and Friendly: My style is informal and friendly, so expect a chat in person rather than faceless questionnaires.

  • Award-Winning: Voted for by real couples who wanted something better than 'standard'.

  • As seen on MAFS UK: 5 series under my belt. (And yes, I’m still rooting for the one couple that stayed together!)

Winnder 2025 Herts & Beds Wedding Awards
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Stop settling for "standard"
Your ceremony is the heart of the day - don't let it be the boring bit

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"Kelly was awesome from start to finish! When we met her, we instantly clicked. Nothing was too much for her and she was so excited to hear about our story, as it is very unique. We did not want anything traditional, something very chilled, relaxed and funny. She absolutely nailed it with our ceremony. We can't thank her enough. She communicated with us regularly and made sure we got everything to her in time. She even helped us both write our vows to each other, giving us tips to make them perfect for us, not just generic.  100% Recommend Kelly for anyone looking for a celebrant led wedding."

Why choose me?

Because you want a fun and relaxed wedding ceremony - not stuffy, formal or boring;
and because you want to feel like
you and not pretend to be anything you're not!

Want to know what the next steps would be?
Click on the video to find out.

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I'm Qualified & Experienced 

I'm qualified to Level 3 NOCN Diploma and have been in the business since 2017.  Having created over 100 fun and modern ceremonies throughout the Home Counties, I've come across all sorts of couples, needs and venues and each ceremony has been as unique as the couples themselves. 

Kelly Hawes Celebrant picking up her award at The Wedding Industry Awards 2023.  Kelly is wearing a black sparkly dress and standing in front of the banner National Highly Commended.

 

Award Winning  Accolades I've collected so far;

Four Counties Wedding Awards in both 2019 & 2020

Celebrant of the Year - East of England, The Wedding Industry Awards in both 2022 & 2023

National Highly Commended Title, The Wedding Industry Awards for 2023

Celebrant of the Year, Herts & Beds Wedding Awards 2025

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Industry Recognised  through my years I've worked with many other wedding suppliers and at many venues and am well respected with the industry.

 

And if you think you recognise me, you might have spotted me on E4's Married at First Sight in 2021 (Tayah & Adam), 2022 (Keisha & Kwame), 2023 (Ella & Nathaniel), 2024 (Luke & Amy) and 2025 (Maeve & Joe)

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or to schedule an informal chat

"Honestly, I rave about Kelly to anyone who is getting married to break from tradition. So many of our guests said it was the best ceremony they had been to as it was so fun & engaging."

I create wedding ceremonies, renewal of vow ceremonies, commitment ceremonies and baby naming or welcoming ceremonies.

I'm a Wedding Celebrant based in Hertfordshire and work in the surrounding counties of Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire (and slightly further afield although this may incur extra expenses)

To name a few of the venues I've had the privilege to work at: Ashridge House, Coltsfoot Country Retreat, South Farm, The Barns at Redcoats, Bunkers Barn, Bassmead Manor Barns, Beaumont Hall, Luton Hoo, St. Michael's Manor, North Mymms Park, Hyde House Hotel, Furtho Manor Farm, Coleville Hall, Tewinbury Farm, Tip Top Venues, The Lakeside at Wildberry Farm.  As well as private homes and gardens, non licensed properties such as restaurants and museums and private farmland.

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Photo Credits: John Woodward Photography, Binky Nixon Photography, Sally Forder Photography , Lee Allison Photography, Amy Murphy Photography, Art by Clare Photography. Rob Sims Photography, Laura Hinski Photography, Harry Michael Photography, Becky Harley Photography

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