Swinton Bivouac Humanist Wedding | Chim + Ian
Chim and Ian’s humanist wedding ceremony at the Swinton Bivouac on the Swinton Estate was such a treat to be a part of.
There were some interesting logistical challenges to contend with right from the get go. For example, how do you guide wedding guests from a car park to a woodland glade some distance away? The answer turned out to be dotting musicians along the route, which made everyone smile and lent a sense of occasion to an otherwise confusing arrival. From the beginning Ian and Chim knew they wanted a relaxed, informal and very personal wedding day and this started the whole experience in just the right way.
Their ceremony began by celebrating their different backgrounds – Ian is from North Wales and Chim from the Philippines – pitching the idea to their loved ones that this was their day as well. Our ‘Story so far’ then tracked their story back to first meeting on the cruise liners they both used to work on before exploring their hopes for their future. Simple question and answer vows were followed by a full repetition ring exchange and a well-wishing written with their loved ones’ words (including some of those who were unable to attend in person).
‘Hannah!!!
Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts. You really made our day truly special.
I could fill this whole email with just saying thank you… You really are Yorkshire’s best Celebrant!
It was an absolutely beautiful humanist ceremony – we couldn’t have asked for more. Everyone commented on how lovely it was. It’s the one thing we keep remembering of the whole day. Everyone was in tears, but happy ones.
All our very best,
Ian and Chim Xx’
‘What can I say? Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making the day fabulous and special. My favourite part of the whole day was the ceremony. Ian says the same. We really loved what you did and will never forget how perfect you were. THANK YOU!!! All the very best, Ian and Chim xxx’ Thank you card
If you like what you’ve read in Chim and Ian’s testimonial, do check out my Weddings page and Instagram. If you’ve any questions, just drop me a line. It will be a pleasure to hear from you. Hannah Wroe Gill, Yorkshire Dales Humanist Wedding Celebrant
