“For every hello, I do and goodbye”.

Personal, inclusive ceremonies for weddings, vow renewals, naming days, funerals and celebrations of life.

Hello, I’m James Montgomery-Heffernan, an independent celebrant based in Surrey.

I believe that life’s most meaningful moments deserve more than a standard ceremony. They deserve something personal, thoughtful and memorable.

Whether you’re celebrating your love, welcoming someone new into your family or saying goodbye to someone special, I’m here to help you create a ceremony that truly reflects the people, personalities and stories that matter.

I offer a warm, welcoming and inclusive approach, celebrating love, life and individuality in all their forms.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach. Your ceremony should be as unique as you are.

Your story. Your ceremony. Your way.

How can I help?

Weddings & Vow Renewals

Your love story deserves to be told in a way that feels completely you.

Whether you’re planning something traditional, relaxed, romantic or wonderfully unconventional, I’ll work with you to create a ceremony filled with personality, meaning and memorable moments.

Funerals & Celebrations of Life

Saying goodbye is never easy.

I believe every life deserves to be remembered with dignity, compassion and warmth.

I’ll take time to listen, learn about your loved one and create a personal ceremony that reflects their life, character, relationships and the memories they leave behind.

Whether you want something traditional, uplifting, reflective or a mixture of everything, we’ll create a farewell that feels right.

Naming & Welcoming Ceremonies

Welcoming a new child into your family is a wonderful milestone.

A naming ceremony offers the opportunity to bring family and friends together to celebrate a new arrival, make meaningful promises and recognise the important people who will support them as they grow.

Ceremonies can include readings, symbolic rituals and personalised certificates to create memories that last a lifetime.

Everyone is welcome

Love, family and identity come in many different forms.

I’m committed to creating ceremonies where everyone feels welcomed, respected and celebrated, regardless of their background, beliefs, identity or whom they love.

Your ceremony should reflect you, without judgement or expectation.

Let’s create something meaningful

Whether you already know exactly what you want or have absolutely no idea where to begin, I’d love to hear from you.

Together, we can explore your ideas and create a ceremony that feels personal, authentic and memorable.

Get in touch for an informal conversation

Request a no-obligation introductory conversation and tell me a little about the moment you are planning.