I'm Sue Denham and, as a Celebrant, it is my privilege to help couples and families create meaningful ceremonies during your important moments of love, life and loss.
I have:
a firm commitment to inclusivity, acceptance, individuality and the universality of love;
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4 customer reviews
Rebecca and Paul Belleni Eustice
After several calls with celebrants, we finally came across Sue, and from the moment we spoke to her, it felt like reconnecting with an old friend.
What started as a quick video call turned into a two-hour conversation, and it all felt so easy and natural. Sue’s warmth and sincerity were evident from the very start, and we knew instantly that she was the perfect choice to be part of our special day.
After booking, we stayed in regular contact, and when we visited North Devon in December (ahead of our June wedding), we had the pleasure of meeting Sue in person for a coffee. That catch-up turned into a wonderful few hours, reaffirming that not only is Sue a genuinely lovely person, but she also deeply cared about our story and how our day would unfold.
Sue curated a beautiful, personalized ceremony using the questionnaires she provided, making sure every moment reflected who we are as a couple. She went above and beyond on the day, decorating our signing table with gorgeous sea-themed decor that she knew we’d love—a thoughtful and personal touch. She also performed a handfasting ceremony, which was incredibly special and meaningful to us.
On top of that, Sue came the day before the wedding to guide us through a rehearsal, ensuring everything was perfectly timed and that we felt confident and prepared for the big day.
Sue’s personal touch, kindness, and dedication are unmatched. She made us feel supported and comfortable every step of the way, and her commitment to making our day perfect was clear from start to finish. If you’re looking for someone who will truly care about your day as much as you do, look no further than Sue. We couldn’t have asked for a more thoughtful, professional, and caring celebrant who goes above and beyond.
We will forever be grateful to have had Sue bring the ceremony to life with our story 🤍
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Carly Robson-Cole
We can’t thank Sue enough for helping us to have the most amazing day possible. She went above and beyond to make sure that everything was so perfect and just the way we wanted it and nothing was ever too much trouble. So very highly recommended!
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Katie Larner
Sue is amazing ! She stepped in very last minute to help make our special day amazing and that is exactly what she did. With 23 days till our wedding, she wrote our ceremony script, was super communicative and made us feel at ease about our day! The script was truly beautiful and captured us in every way and I’m ever so grateful for all her help in making our day special, family orientated and unique. So many of my guests said how it’s a ceremony they will never forget! If you are debating a celebrant wedding over a registration 100% choose celebrant led (and 100% choose Sue!)! She is the fairy godmother of Marriages for sure! Thank you so much ❤️ More...
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Citrine Ruby
Sue is a superb Celebrant. Long before her official Celebrant qualification, she was unofficially celebrating every life she encountered. She is a true advocate of humanity, embracing wholeheartedly people in all their beautiful differences. I encountered Sue professionally and was immediately struck by how different it was consulting with her as opposed to her peers. She sees the individual, what makes them shine, who they really are, and holds that with care and affirmation. I cannot recommend her highly enough. More...
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Wedding celebrant
Planning a wedding in Devon or elsewhere in the South-West?
You'll be glad to have Sue 'by your side' as your celebrant.
More and more people are deciding that the traditional way for marrying is not for them. The religious ceremony in a church, or the simplistic effect of a registry office does not, for one reason or another, offer what many couples dream of.
A celebrant-led wedding, commitment, civil partnership ceremony is glorious because:
the venue can be anywhere: stately home, leafy glade, back garden, boat, beach, overseas etc;
no matter what, your own beliefs (or none at all) can be celebrated;
all diversity is welcomed;
weddings can be themed;
there can be as much family and friends' participation (and pets!) as you like;
the wedding group can sit, stand, form a circle - anything;
anyone can speak with poems, songs, readings; every word spoken will be meaningful;
any music can play, at any time, during the service;
photographers, children, dogs and doves - the more the merrier;
traditions and rituals of unity candles, sand-pouring, hand-fasting, ring-warming can be participated in, and
most importantly - you get to say the vows that are meaningful to you both. No one is going to tell you what you have to repeat because of tradition. These will be special words of love and commitment, some of which only your partner will understand (all of which will have your audience shed a little tear no doubt). The real truth laid out, and one that you choose to share with family and friends, in your own way.
How awesome is that?
Funeral celebrant
Planning a funeral service in Devon or elsewhere in the South-West?
Feel the heartfelt support of Sue 'by your side' as your celebrant.
If you are reading this, then let me send you a virtual hug at this heart-breaking time.
At the end of someone's life, those left behind have work to do – at the very point when they themselves need support. Having to make decisions when heads are numb with grief and troubled with sad thoughts, is difficult.
It is my job as a professional celebrant to listen to, and support, the grieving family, by creating and leading a ceremony that reflects the life of the loved one who has died.
Let me tell the story and underline the love of family, and happy reflections of friends, as you celebrate that special life. A ceremony of love, that reflects everything you want and everything that is important to you.
Thoughtful and caring content for the tears and smiles that will come - maybe even a few chuckles - but a script full of respect and comfort and a wonderful reflection of your loved one.
A celebrant-led Celebration of Life can be held at a time that is right for you and offers an alternative to a standard church funeral (although it can include some religious content if it offers you comfort).
I am here for: cremations, interments, scattering of ashes, woodland burials, memorial ceremonies or simple remembrances. You may also be relieved to know that I am also here to help support you with any concerns you may have in ensuring the service feels comfortable for anyone with neurodiverse needs, disabilities or simply less conventional requests. With an open heart and mind, I'll help make it all feel stress-free, welcoming and very special.
