I'm Sonia
I'm an independent celebrant based in Oswestry, creating thoughtful, meaningful ceremonies across Shropshire, Powys, Cheshire and Wrexham. I bring calm, clarity and gentle guidance to life’s most significant moments, shaping each ceremony to feel grounded, intentional and true to you.
Whether you're celebrating a beginning, marking a milestone or saying a tender goodbye, I'm here to listen closely, support you with care, and craft a ceremony that honours your story.
What I Believe
A ceremony should feel like you. Personal, grounded and meaningful. Never rushed, never generic, always shaped with intention.
My role is to bring calm, clarity and thoughtful support — taking time to understand what matters most, and guiding you gently from our first conversation to the moment we stand together on the day.
No templates. No assumptions. Just thoughtful storytelling woven around your life, your values and your vision — with the occasional soft laugh when it helps us breathe.
The Ceremonies I Create
Every ceremony is created individually and shaped with care — crafted around the people at its heart, the moment being marked and the story being honoured.
Weddings
The moment your story, your promises and your future come together. Warm, meaningful, unmistakably yours.
Vow Renewals
A chance to pause, breathe and honour the life you've built together. A beautiful way to say “we still do.”
Naming Ceremonies
A gentle, joyful way to welcome a child into your family and community, full of warmth and love.
Funerals & Celebrations of Life
A calm, compassionate ceremony to honour a life lived and gently hold the people left behind.
My commitment
To create ceremonies that feel meaningful, grounded and beautifully personal.
Why People Choose Me A calm, gentle hand
People often tell me I bring a sense of calm and clarity to moments that can feel emotional or overwhelming. I'm warm, empathetic and a natural listener — someone who holds space gently and with genuine care.
I notice the tiny details that matter, and I keep things steady when emotions wobble. I can usually find the right moment for a soft smile or a light comment that helps everyone breathe again.
Kind Words From the People I've Walked Beside
Sonia has this incredible ability to make people feel instantly calm and understood. She listens in a way that makes you feel like your story truly matters. She has a gift for finding the right words and creating a sense of safety around her. Anyone choosing her as their celebrant will feel held from the very first conversation.
She has a natural steadiness about her, a way of bringing order to emotional moments without ever losing her softness. She's patient, thoughtful and genuinely cares about people. I can't think of anyone better suited to guiding families through weddings, naming ceremonies or funerals.
She notices the little details others miss, and she has a way of telling someone's story that feels honest and full of heart. As a celebrant, she brings grounded, compassionate presence, completely focused on the people in front of her.
Across Shropshire, North Wales and the Welsh Borders
I'm based in Oswestry and most of my ceremonies take place across Shropshire, North Wales and the Welsh Borders. These areas feel like home — the landscapes, the people, the sense of community — and they're the perfect backdrop for warm, personal ceremonies.
If the ceremony feels right, I'm open to travelling further. What matters most to me is the connection, not the postcode.
Based in Oswestry
Travelling across the Welsh Borders