Frequently asked questions

Yes, gladly. Sand ceremonies, handfasting, four elements ceremonies, unity candles, wine box ceremonies, rose ceremonies, or anything else you've seen and loved (or a family or cultural tradition of your own) can all be woven into the script thoughtfully, not bolted on as an afterthought.

Not at all, those are simply the three broad kinds of days I work with. Within them, I lead vow renewals, elopements, and commitment ceremonies as often as first weddings; memorials and life celebrations as often as full funerals; and all sorts of family welcoming days beyond a formal naming. If what you need doesn't fit neatly into a label, ask me anyway.

No, I'm Lucy, and for years I worked in weddings and events. Somewhere along the way I realised the ceremony was always the part I cared about most, so I eventually chose to focus on that alone, and now split my time between weddings, funerals, and baby naming days.

In most cases a religious or civil legal marriage in Spain is registered separately through the Registro Civil or an authorised officiant, and the ceremony I lead is the personal, symbolic part of the day. I'll walk you through exactly what's needed for your specific situation and nationality during our first conversation, so there are no surprises.

Yes, this is one of the things I'm asked for most. I write bilingual ceremonies from the first draft, so guests on both sides follow every word, rather than sitting through a word for word translation.

For weddings, six to twelve months ahead is ideal, especially for peak season (May to October) dates. For baby naming days, a few months is usually plenty. For funerals, I work with whatever notice is possible, often just days.

Yes, I lead ceremonies anywhere in Spain. I'm based on the Costa Blanca, and Madrid and the Balearics are where I work most often, simply because that's where most enquiries come from, not because of any limit on how far I'll travel.

Mainly time and honesty. A conversation (or two) about who you are and what this day means, plus your input on the draft ceremony as it develops. I handle the rest.

For funerals, yes, I understand that families often don't have the luxury of months of planning, and I prioritise these enquiries accordingly.

Very often, yes. A ceremony I write reflects what you actually believe and value, religious or not, there's no requirement either way.

A full consultation, a fully drafted and revised ceremony script, a rehearsal or written walkthrough, and my presence and delivery on the day itself. Get in touch for a specific quote based on your date and location.