Handfasting is one of the most well-known symbolic gestures. Rooted in ancient Celtic tradition, it involves the couple’s hands being gently bound together with ribbons or cords. It symbolises the binding of two lives, trust, and the promises you are making to one another.

The Quaich ceremony, a Scottish tradition, involves sharing a drink from a two-handled cup. Each handle represents one partner, and drinking together symbolises trust, unity and the sharing of life’s joys and challenges.

A Unity Candle ceremony sees each partner light a central candle from two individual flames. This represents two lives coming together to create something new, while still honouring your individual journeys.

In a Sand Ceremony, different coloured sands are poured into one vessel. Once combined, the sand cannot be separated, symbolising the joining of lives, families, or even cultures. This is a lovely visual ritual and works beautifully for outdoor or family-focused ceremonies.

An Oathing Stone is an ancient and powerful symbol. Couples place their hands on a stone while making vows or promises, representing strength, permanence and grounding your commitment in something solid and enduring.