ANNA PAYTON
Wedding Celebrant in Essex, London & beyond
Bringing your bespoke modern wedding ceremony to life, with a touch of traditional charm and relaxed, effortless elegance.
Your wedding ceremony is the beating heart of your wedding day and one of the most iconic moments of your journey together. It is the start of a new chapter in your love story and the opener to the best celebration of your life!
You're here because you want nothing short of 'the fairytale.' A traditional 'I Do' but told in a modern and relaxed way, filled with the warmth and familiarity of your own words and anecdotes.
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You're not just seeking a Celebrant. You’re looking for a natural storyteller who will reflect your love in every word and then deliver a ceremony that is intimate, unforgettable, and feels truly yours.​​
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There is no formula. There are no rules. Just the both of you and your unique love story.
Your Celebrant
Hi. I'm Anna...
and I LOVE a wedding!! Big weddings, intimate weddings, destination weddings. You name the date and I'll be there!
All love deserves to be celebrated and I am passionate about crafting ceremonies that reflect the individuality of every couple I meet.
Every great love story needs a narrator. As a classically trained Actress, Celebrant and award-winning Voiceover Artist, I bring a unique blend of skills to stand before your family and friends and share your journey. Storytelling is at the heart of what I do, and my ability to capture and convey emotion is what truly sets me apart from other Celebrants and Registrars.
But I'm not just a speaker, I listen too! I can’t wait to hear your unique love story and shape it into a ceremony that screams 'YOU.' I will work with you both to ensure that every detail of your wedding ceremony is tailored, and delivered to perfection.
But enough about me! From the moment we meet, it's all about YOU.
I look forward to meeting you both and learning more about your vision for your dream ceremony.
IS A CELEBRANT RIGHT FOR ME?
THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS
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Always dreamed of marrying at home? Hoping to exchange vows in the woods? Or maybe you'd like to escape to a faraway beach with your nearest and dearest? Perhaps you wish to include some religious elements but don't want a church wedding? The possibilities are endless with an independent celebrant, like me, as there simply are NO RULES.
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YOU WANT YOUR CEREMONY TO BE THE HIGHLIGHT AND FOCUS OF YOUR DAY
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Making promises to each other and exchanging vows in front of your dearest family and friends is no small thing. Why rush over it using the same archaic language that everyone else uses? Wouldn't it be nice for your promises to be in your own words? Bringing a Celebrant on board will give your ceremony the time and space it deserves on your wedding day.
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​YOU'VE PLANNED THE REST OF YOUR DAY TO PERFECTION. WHY TAKE A CHANCE ON YOUR CEREMONY?
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If you book a Council Registrar for your wedding, you will have absolutely no say on who conducts your ceremony. You won't have met them before and your ceremony could be one of five ceremonies that they conduct that day. Council Registrars are on a schedule and may not be able to give your wedding ceremony the flexibility and time that you may wish. The ceremony also won't be in your 'own words.' ​If you elect to have a Celebrant-Led wedding, you make all the decisions. Your Celebrant will build a relationship with you in the months preceding your wedding day, conducting your ceremony like an old friend.​​
"In all the world, there is no heart for me like yours. In all the world, there is no love for you like mine."
Maya Angelou
WORKING WITH ME
1. CONSULTATION
Let's talk. Everything starts with a free no-obligation consultation either in person (if local) or via a zoom call. We'll discuss any ideas you may have and I will share my process with you. If you feel that I'm the right celebrant for you, I'll get you booked in!
2. CREATION
Based on our correspondence and meetings, I will write your bespoke and highly personalised ceremony. You will be free to make any edits desired and I will be here to support your decisions fully in the lead up to your ceremony.
3. CELEBRATION
I will arrive early on the day of your ceremony to liaise with your venue, photographer, musicians, readers and any other suppliers to ensure its smooth running. Following the ceremony, I will say my goodbyes and will touch base with you in a few weeks to debrief and congratulate you once again!