Every Life Story is Original, Every Ceremony Should be Too
Welcome to Both Sides Celebrancy.
I'm Kate Wood, and I believe your most important moments deserve ceremonies that feel genuinely, authentically you. Whether you're celebrating a beginning, navigating an ending, or marking something beautifully in between, I'm here to help you create something real, meaningful, and unforgettable.
Both Sides Celebrancy is named after one of my favourite Joni Mitchell songs – Both Sides Now – because I believe it's just as important to honour endings as it is to celebrate beginnings.
Based in Greater Manchester and covering the whole of the UK (with a special love for Manchester and Salford), I craft ceremonies that tell your story without the faff. No templates, no cut and paste scripts – just honest, heartfelt words that sound like you, delivered with warmth, humour, and care.
Services Overview
Wedding Ceremonies
From intimate elopements to large joyful crowds, I create personalised wedding ceremonies that reflect your unique love story. Perfect for blended families, couples marrying later in life, and anyone wanting something refreshingly different.
Funerals & Celebrations of Life
Saying goodbye shouldn't feel overwhelming. I help families create meaningful ceremonies that celebrate a life lived, with honesty, warmth, and the right touch of humour when it feels appropriate.
Naming Ceremonies
Whether you're welcoming a new baby, celebrating an adoption, or marking a chosen name, I'll help you create a ceremony full of joy, love, and the people who matter most.
Vow Renewals
Ready to celebrate your journey together? I craft vow renewal ceremonies that reflect where you've been and where you're going, perfect for anniversaries or new chapters.
Other Life Celebrations
From coming-of-age ceremonies to pet memorials, business launches to divorce ceremonies – if it matters to you, I can create a ceremony that honours it.
Full Day Support
Want someone by your side beyond the ceremony? This package includes me staying on until the first dance — helping with photos, introducing speeches, keeping things running smoothly, and making sure the vibe stays joyful and relaxed. Think of me as your celebrant and your behind-the-scenes calm in the chaos.
Why Choose Both Sides Celebrancy?
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Story-First:
Your ceremony starts with you. I weave your words, memories, and moments into something that truly represents your story.
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Simplicity:
Big events can feel overwhelming. I cut through the noise to create meaningful ceremonies without the drama.
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Inclusivity:
All families, all love stories, all backgrounds welcome. I'll help you include everyone who matters.
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Warmth:
I write every ceremony from scratch, making sure it's completely personal — something that resonates with everyone in the room.
Serving Greater Manchester & Beyond
I'm passionate about the brilliant venues across Greater Manchester – from Victoria Baths to Rochdale Town Hall, the Concorde hangar at Manchester Airport to hidden gems in Stockport. But wherever you are, across the UK, I believe the right setting can make all the difference. Choosing a place that means something to you can make your ceremony feel even more personal. I love helping you find the right space and weaving the story of that place into the heart of your ceremony.
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All Greater Manchester boroughs
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Historic and unusual venues throughout the North West
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Happy to travel anywhere in the UK and abroad
Ready to Start Your Story?
Every conversation begins with understanding what matters most to you. Whether you're planning months ahead or need support during difficult times, I'm here to listen, guide, and create something just right for you.