Looking for an independent celebrant in Chorley? I’m Mark Hammett, and I create heartfelt, personalised ceremonies that celebrate life’s most important moments. From beautiful weddings and meaningful farewells to naming ceremonies and special family celebrations, I provide compassionate celebrant services throughout Chorley and the surrounding areas, bringing warmth, understanding and genuine care to every occasion.
Every life has a story, every relationship is unique, and every important occasion deserves to be remembered for the right reasons. As an independent celebrant serving Chorley, I believe a meaningful ceremony should reflect the people at its heart, rather than follow a standard script.
Whether you’re celebrating the beginning of a marriage, honouring the life of someone special or welcoming a new addition to your family, my role is to create a ceremony that feels sincere, thoughtful and entirely personal.
I take the time to listen, understand your wishes and discover the details that make your story special. From the memories you want to share to the readings, music and personal touches you’d like to include, every element is carefully considered to create an occasion that feels right for you.
Working with couples and families throughout Chorley, Adlington, Euxton, Coppull, Buckshaw Village, Whittle-le-Woods and nearby communities, I offer a flexible and supportive approach to celebrant-led ceremonies.
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, I’ll guide you through the process with kindness, clear communication and attention to detail, helping you feel comfortable and confident from our first conversation through to the ceremony itself.
From joyful beginnings to heartfelt goodbyes, I create meaningful ceremonies for couples, individuals and families across Chorley and the surrounding areas. Every occasion is carefully planned, personally written and delivered with warmth, dignity and respect.
A meaningful ceremony isn’t simply about the words spoken on the day. It’s about the stories behind those words, the emotions they capture and the memories they leave behind.
As an independent celebrant working across Chorley, I approach every ceremony with the belief that no two occasions should ever feel the same.
For couples planning their wedding, I take the time to understand how your relationship began, the moments that brought you together and the promises you want to make for the future. Together, we can create a ceremony filled with personality, laughter, love and meaningful traditions.
For families arranging a funeral, I provide a calm and compassionate presence during what can be an incredibly difficult time. Through thoughtful conversations, I’ll learn about your loved one’s life, their character and the memories you want to preserve, creating a fitting tribute that honours them with dignity and respect.
Whether your ceremony is joyful, reflective, traditional or something a little different, my approach remains the same: listen carefully, understand what matters and create something that feels genuine.
From initial planning through to the final words of the ceremony, you’ll have my support, guidance and attention to detail.
Hello, I’m Mark Hammett, the person behind Red Heart Ceremonies.
I’m an independent celebrant based in Wigan, creating personalised wedding, funeral and family ceremonies for people throughout Chorley, Lancashire and the surrounding areas.
For me, being a celebrant is about much more than standing in front of people and delivering a ceremony. It’s about making genuine connections, understanding the stories that matter and helping people express emotions that aren’t always easy to put into words.
My professional celebrant training included individual mentoring and voice coaching, helping me develop the skills to create and deliver ceremonies with confidence, sensitivity and care.
My experiences throughout life have also shaped the way I work. From my military background to being a father of two, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for family, connection, community and the importance of recognising life’s meaningful moments.
Whether I’m supporting a family through the loss of someone special or helping a couple celebrate their future together, I bring the same thoughtful, compassionate approach to every occasion.
If you’re looking for a celebrant in Chorley who will take the time to understand your wishes and create something truly personal, I’d love to hear from you.
An independent celebrant creates and leads personalised ceremonies for weddings, funerals, naming celebrations, vow renewals and other important occasions. Rather than following a standard format, I work closely with you to create a ceremony that reflects your story, values, beliefs and wishes.
Celebrant fees vary depending on the type of ceremony, the preparation involved and your individual requirements. Wedding ceremonies, funeral services and naming celebrations can all involve different levels of planning. Please get in touch to discuss your occasion, and I’ll be happy to explain what’s involved and provide further information.
I provide a range of personalised celebrant services, including weddings, funerals, naming ceremonies, renewal of vows and milestone celebrations. Every ceremony is individually written and thoughtfully delivered to reflect the people and occasion at its heart.
Yes. As an independent celebrant, I can create and lead a personalised wedding ceremony at a suitable venue of your choice, with the venue’s permission. However, celebrant-led wedding ceremonies in England are not currently legally binding on their own. Couples must complete the legal marriage formalities separately.
Yes, I can lead personalised funeral ceremonies at crematoriums and other suitable funeral venues serving Chorley. I work with families to create meaningful services that reflect their loved one’s life, personality and wishes, incorporating memories, readings and music where appropriate.
Absolutely. Alongside traditional funeral ceremonies, I can create memorial services and celebrations of life, including gatherings arranged following a direct cremation. These ceremonies offer families the opportunity to remember someone special in a setting and at a time that feels right for them.
Yes. As an independent celebrant, I can incorporate religious readings, spiritual elements, meaningful traditions or completely non-religious content, depending on your wishes. The ceremony is created around your beliefs, values and preferences.
I provide celebrant services throughout Chorley and nearby communities, including Adlington, Euxton, Coppull, Buckshaw Village, Clayton-le-Woods, Whittle-le-Woods and surrounding parts of Lancashire. If you’re planning a ceremony further afield, please get in touch to discuss the location.
For weddings, vow renewals and other planned celebrations, I recommend getting in touch as early as possible to secure your preferred date. I understand that funeral arrangements often need to be organised at short notice, and I’ll always do my best to accommodate your requirements.
Of course. Personalisation is at the heart of everything I do. From the words spoken and memories shared to the readings, music, symbolic gestures and overall atmosphere, I’ll work with you to create a ceremony that feels authentic, meaningful and completely your own.
Choosing a celebrant is a personal decision. Whether you’re preparing for one of life’s happiest occasions or navigating a difficult goodbye, you deserve someone who will listen, understand and treat your ceremony with genuine care.
At Red Heart Ceremonies, I believe every person has a story worth telling and every important moment deserves to be recognised in a way that feels meaningful.
Whether you’re planning a wedding, arranging a funeral or celebrating an important family milestone, finding the right celebrant can help make the occasion truly meaningful.
I’m Mark Hammett, an independent celebrant providing personalised ceremonies throughout Chorley and the surrounding Lancashire communities.
From creating a wedding ceremony that celebrates your unique relationship to helping your family honour the life of someone special, I approach every occasion with warmth, compassion and genuine attention to detail.
I understand that every ceremony comes with its own emotions, expectations and practical considerations. That’s why I take the time to listen, answer your questions and help you explore the possibilities without pressure or obligation.
Whether your ceremony is taking place in Chorley, Adlington, Euxton, Buckshaw Village, Coppull or further afield, I’d be delighted to discuss your plans.
Let’s create a ceremony that reflects your story and leaves you with memories to treasure.