Wedding Celebrant Serving Stratford-upon-Avon & Shakespeare Country
Coventry Ceremonies
where your guests feel genuinely
part of your ceremony
If you're getting married in or around Coventry…
….and you've been to enough weddings to know what you don't want; the predictable script, the guests zoning out, the ceremony that feels like something to get through rather than savour, then we're probably going to get on.
I'm Sinéad, and I work with couples who want their ceremony to feel authentic, warm, and genuinely theirs. The kind of ceremony where your 85-year-old grandmother and your atheist best friend both feel moved. Where your guests leave thinking "that was different" and actually mean it as a compliment.
I specialise in creating communal ceremonies, ones where everyone in the room matters, not just the two people at the front. Because you didn't choose a celebrant-led ceremony just to recreate the registry office experience with better lighting.
Why I love working (and living!) in Coventry
There's something about the Coventry area that draws thoughtful, creative couples. Maybe it's the proximity to beautiful countryside venues without being too far from Birmingham. Maybe it's the kind of people who choose to live in villages just outside the city; close enough for convenience, far enough for space and quiet.
Whatever it is, the couples I meet here tend to value substance over show. They've done their research. They know what they want. And they're looking for a celebrant who'll help them create something meaningful, not just tick a box.
I'm based in Coventry, which means I can serve couples across the area and beyond. From the countryside barns in Shustoke and Atherstone to venues closer to the city itself. If you're getting married in and around Coventry, I'd love to hear from you.
Coventry Venues where Communal Ceremonies come Alive
I'm drawn to venues that understand what matters; places that give you space to create something authentic rather than just offering a template. Here are some Coventry-area venues where I'd genuinely love to deliver ceremonies:
Shustoke Farm Barns
This 18th-century red brick barn east of Coleshill is everything I hope for in a venue. Oak beams, flagstone floors, wrought iron chandeliers; it's got character without trying too hard. The courtyard with ancient olive trees and fire pits creates natural gathering spaces where guests can connect before and after the ceremony.
What excites me about Shustoke is the atmosphere it creates. Those high ceilings and exposed beams? Perfect for sound and presence during a ceremony where guests are actively participating. The family-run feel means they understand that every wedding is different. And Cripps & Co's reputation for food tells you they care about quality.
Why your ceremony would work beautifully here: The layout naturally supports guest involvement. Imagine your 85 guests forming a circle for your ring blessing, voices echoing under those beams. Picture them gathered around the courtyard fire pits afterwards, still buzzing from being part of something real.
Mythe Barn
Just 30 minutes from Coventry near Atherstone, Mythe Barn feels like you've travelled much further than you have. Rolling hills, the River Sence meandering past, that sense of being properly away from everything; it's the kind of place where guests arrive and immediately exhale. I love that it's contemporary without being cold, rustic without being contrived. The exclusive use option means your ceremony isn't rushed or squeezed between other events. You can take the time you need to create moments that matter.
Why your ceremony would work beautifully here: The natural setting invites outdoor elements; handfasting ceremonies by the river, guests forming a pathway for your entrance across the meadow, readings delivered with those countryside views as your backdrop. It's the kind of space that makes people want to be present.
Wootton Park
A 360-acre valley of Warwickshire countryside, exclusive use, lakeside ceremony options, Wootton Park is for couples who want total flexibility and genuine privacy. One wedding per day means the venue's entire focus is on you. What draws me to Wootton is the variety of spaces for different ceremony moments. Lakeside for your vows, barn for your welcome and guest participation rituals, grounds for informal gathering. It's a venue that adapts to your vision rather than making you adapt to theirs.
Why your ceremony would work beautifully here: Multiple spaces mean we can design your ceremony to flow naturally; guests gathering by the lake, moving together into the barn for the communal elements, spilling back outside for celebration. It creates journey and movement, which keeps everyone engaged.
Primrose Hill Farm
If you lean toward contemporary elegance rather than traditional rustic, Primrose Hill might be your place. Those expansive glass walls flooding the converted hay barns with light, the panoramic views across Warwickshire; it's sophisticated without being stuffy. I'm excited by the minimalist approach here. It's a blank canvas that lets your ceremony become the focal point rather than competing with heavy décor. And those views? They do the work for you.
Why your ceremony would work beautifully here: The light and openness create an almost meditative quality. Perfect for ceremonies where the words and rituals matter more than elaborate staging. Your guests won't need distractions; the setting and the substance of your ceremony will hold their attention.
Ansty Hall
For couples who want convenience alongside beauty, 8 acres of private grounds right in Coventry itself. Award-winning, established, reliable.
Why your ceremony would work beautifully here: The grounds offer space for guest involvement elements without guests feeling exposed or awkward. And the proximity to Coventry means your community can easily gather without complicated travel.
What Makes these Ceremonies Different
Here's what happens when we work together.
Before we even start writing: I want to understand who's in your room. Not just names and numbers; who are these people to you? What's the dynamic? Because I'm designing a ceremony for your actual community, not a generic guest list.
When we design your ceremony: We're thinking about flow, energy, and involvement from the start. Where do your guests' voices fit? How do we create moments where they're active participants rather than passive observers? What rituals will make your 85-year-old gran and your atheist mate both feel genuinely moved?
On your wedding day: Your ceremony becomes the emotional centrepiece everyone remembers. Not because it was perfect or flawless, but because it was real. Because everyone in that barn or by that lake felt like they mattered. Because your story was told in a way that honoured both your relationship and your community.
What your guests say afterwards: "I've never been to a ceremony like that." "I actually felt part of it." "That wasn't boring at all; I was completely absorbed." "When we all blessed the rings together, I got goosebumps."
What Changes When Everyone Matters
Most couples worry their ceremony will be boring. That guests will zone out, check their phones, wait for the bar to open. When we create a communal ceremony, something shifts. Your guests arrive expecting to be spectators. They leave having been participants; having contributed their voices, their presence, their blessing to your marriage. You stop being two people performing for an audience. You become a couple being witnessed, supported, and celebrated by the people who know you best. Your ceremony stops being the thing you have to get through before the "real" party starts. It becomes the moment everyone talks about for years.
This is for you if…
You've been to enough weddings to know what you don't want
You value authenticity over perfection
You want your guests to feel something, not just witness something
You're getting married in the Coventry area (or within 30-45 minutes)
You're looking for a ceremony that reflects who you actually are, not who wedding magazines think you should be
You're willing to invest in the ceremony being done right (my packages start at £1,200)
You want a celebrant who'll listen, collaborate, and create something genuinely yours
How we’d work together
The Ceremony Package (from £1,200) includes everything: ceremony design, full script writing, all planning meetings, delivery on the day, and coordination with your venue and other suppliers. You get my complete focus and expertise from booking through to the moment you walk back down the aisle as a married couple.
The Script Package (£595) is for couples who've already booked a friend or family member to deliver their ceremony but want professional help designing and writing it. You get the script plus coaching so your chosen celebrant feels confident and prepared.
Timeline: Most of my couples book 12-18 months out. Not because you need that much time to plan, but because you want to build a relationship with me rather than rush the process. You understand that co-creating a meaningful ceremony isn't something you throw together six weeks before your wedding.
Let's Talk About Your Ceremony
If you're getting married in or around Coventry and this resonates with what you're looking for, I'd love to hear from you. We'll start with a call where I ask you questions about yourselves, your relationship, your guests, and what you want your ceremony to feel like.
You can ask me anything; about my approach, about guest involvement, about whether I think we're the right fit. By the end of that conversation, you'll know whether this is what you've been looking for. And if it is? We'll start co-creating something your guests will still talk about in five years.
What you’ll get from our call
Clarity on what's possible for your ceremony and how communal elements could work for your specific situation.
Examples of how guest involvement actually works in practice, so you can picture it at your venue.
Honest guidance on whether your person will feel comfortable with this and what support they'll need.
No pressure, no obligation. Just a genuine conversation about what you're imagining for your day.
I work with couples across Warwickshire and the West Midlands, with a particular focus on the Coventry area. If you're getting married somewhere nearby and wondering if I cover your venue, just ask.