Jan | Iris & Sun Ceremonies

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Hi, I'm Jan (she/her) 👋
warm, calm, joy
Jan has a real poetic way with words and she beams with warmth and light. I 100% recommend Jan for couples looking for a sentimental, heartfelt and caring ceremony.
I'm an independent celebrant based in Renfrewshire. I create personalised weddings, elopements and vow renewals across Scotland, travelling the UK and internationally for destination celebrations. I craft bespoke ceremonies rooted in warmth and authenticity – a space for people to feel seen and be celebrated. I bring joyful storytelling, a calm presence and a wee bit of whimsy. Life's a gift. Let's celebrate it!
Jan | Iris & Sun Ceremonies Pricing & Costs

Pricing for suppliers

Prices Start at
£550
Everything included in your ceremony Before the day A relaxed first chat and simple booking process Full free access to your exclusive ‘My Celebrant’ planning portal Thoughtful couple, individual, and wedding questionnaires Dedicated planning meetings Ideas and support for vows, readings, music, symbolic rituals and lovely ways to involve the people and things you care about A completely bespoke ceremony script, with every word crafted especially for you Practical planning and guidance around timings, accessibility, suppliers, paperwork and ceremony logistics A site visit or rehearsal where it would be helpful You can use anything from my celebrant toolkit - my bespoke handcrafted reading and vow books, my cute modern ceramic quaich… what’s mine is yours! Confident support throughout, so you always know what happens next On the day I’ll arrive at least 60 minutes early to check the space and catch up with your venue and suppliers Your ceremony delivered with warmth, confidence and care One ceremony per day, giving your moment my everything A beautiful digital copy of your ceremony to keep afterwards Respect for your privacy. Your story is never my content unless you actively choose to share it.
Jan | Iris & Sun Ceremonies Details

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Celebrant / Officiant
Jan | Iris & Sun Ceremonies Full Description

I take time to really get to know you, listen closely and notice the small details. As a storyteller and creative writer, I capture your essence.

I lead the moment, but I’m not the centre of it. With a Master of Arts and nearly two decades of corporate and public-speaking experience, I hold space with quiet confidence.

I love real feelings, creative details, heartfelt stories and when everyone is present. You can feel the energy!

Symbolic rituals can add a lovely layer of storytelling to ceremony. You might be drawn to something familiar like handfasting, sand blending, unity candles, a quaich ceremony or something completely bespoke.

If you’d like to include an element but have no idea where to begin, I guide you. I adore coming up with unique ideas that connect to something real in your relationship. I recently created a symbolic ritual called ‘The Rest Is Still Unwritten’, inspired by a couple that love to journal. It’s not for everyone, but it’s for them. 

If rituals aren’t your thing then that’s grand too! With a celebrant there are no rules about what a ceremony should look like, as long as it feels like you. We'll start with the things you love (and don't!) and go from there.

I've lived across the UK, Spain and America, home has never felt like one place. Travel, people and culture have shaped who I am and the way I approach my celebrancy. It’s shaped how I think about belonging and celebration. For me, a place matters because of the memories it holds, the feeling it creates and the people gathering there.

If you’re looking for a ceremony that is warm, thoughtful and relaxed, without the pressure to perform or do things just because it’s tradition or trendy - I’ve got you!

Come as you are. Every body is welcome here.


Life's a gift. Let's celebrate it.

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Jan | Iris & Sun Ceremonies
There’s alot of heart and soul behind Iris & Sun Ceremonies. Iris is my mum’s name, she calls me her sunshine. The name Iris also holds a lot of precious symbolism too. A flower meaning hope, wisdom and trust… the eyes being the window to the soul in which we see the world. I also love that in Greek mythology Iris is the goddess of the rainbow, the messenger between heaven and earth. I find it all beautifully poetic with lovely hues of human connection and storytelling.

Experience

No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 10 and 30
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
(3)
(3)
Rainbow Heart Flowers
Wedding: August
September 2026
warm, genuine nature, her kindness shines through
"From the moment she arrived, Jan made a point of introducing herself to every wedding supplier, instantly making everyone feel welcome. She has such a warm, genuine nature, and her kindness shines through in every interaction. The ceremony she officiated was beautiful, heartfelt and incredibly personal. She spoke from the heart and it brought a tear to my eye. If I were ever to renew my wedding vows, there would be no question, I would choose Jan to officiate them."
Something Blue Photography
Wedding: July
September 2026
she beams with warmth and light
"Jan is not only an amazing celebrant, but it's really clear how deeply she cared about her couples and telling their story in the most beautiful way possible! She has a real poetic way with words and she beams with warmth and light; booking with her will ensure there won't be a dry eye in the room! I 100% recommend Jan for any couples looking for a sentimental, heartfelt and caring ceremony for their special days!"
Karen Bowen
Wedding: July
September 2026
Articulate, charming and a great sense of humour
"When I first met Jan I found her to have a very calm presence. Extremely articulate, charming and a great sense of humour. It was obvious she had taken the time to get to know the couple's back story and injected her passion and sentiment into her delivery. I would recommend Iris & Sun Ceremonies unreservedly." Karen | Karen Bowen Makeup
Jan | Iris & Sun Ceremonies Location & Contact Details

Address

Bishopton, Renfrewshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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FAQs
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What is an independent celebrant?

I professionally trained with The Academy of Modern Celebrancy as an independent celebrant, which means my approach begins with you. Your beliefs, values, traditions and the way you want your ceremony to feel.

Your ceremony can be completely non-religious, humanist outlook, gently spiritual, include elements of faith or culture, or blend different traditions. Your ceremony is completely yours.


Can a celebrant legally marry us?

Not automatically. In Scotland, a qualified celebrant needs to belong to a faith or a belief group and have appropriate legal authorisation to be able to solemnise a marriage.

I’m working towards legal authorisation to solemnise marriages in Scotland, I am due to complete this by August 2027. Until that authorisation is formally in place, I’ll always be completely transparent about what applies to your date and the simple options we have. This could mean having one of my celebrant colleagues take care of the legal part on the day, or arranging with a registrar.

Whatever applies to your date, we’ll talk it through clearly from the beginning so there are no surprises. I’ll keep you right every step of the way. I’ve got you!

Planning your wedding outside of Scotland? I’d love to celebrate with you! Legal requirements vary around the world, so we’ll chat through what applies to your plans and keep the legal part nice and simple.


Do you travel?

Yes, it's my thing! Renfrewshire is my base, but I travel across Scotland, the wider UK and beyond. I love hearing about your celebrations, wherever they are in the world.

Travel within 90 minutes of Bishopton, Scotland is included. If your ceremony is further afield, we'll chat through any additional costs before you book.

Scotland rooted. Celebrating worldwide!


What is your celebrant and ceremony style?

My style is warm, thoughtful and relaxed. I lead the moment, but I’m not the centre of it.

I’m a creative writer and storyteller. With a Master of Arts and nearly two decades of corporate and public speaking experience, I hold space with quiet confidence.

I love real feelings, creative details, heartfelt stories and when everyone is completely present.

Whether it’s just the two of you or all your loved ones gathered around, I want everyone to feel comfortable, included and part of the celebration.

If you’re looking for a ceremony that is full of heart and soul, without the pressure to perform or do things just because it’s tradition or trending – I’ve got you!

What happens if you can't attend on the day?

I only book one ceremony per day, so you have my full attention.

If a genuine emergency meant I absolutely couldn’t be there, I would let you and your suppliers know straight away and work with my trusted celebrant network to arrange professional cover.

My ceremony scripts also include a clear running order and all the information needed to make any unexpected handover as smooth as possible. Hopefully it’s a plan we’ll never need!


Can we have a rehearsal or site visit?

Absolutely. If a rehearsal or site visit would be helpful, we'll build that into the planning. Some ceremonies really benefit from walking things through beforehand, while others might only need a clear running order and a calm check-in before everything begins. We'll work out what's best for you and your plans.


Can we include religion, spirituality or cultural traditions?

Absolutely. As an independent celebrant, I create ceremonies that include your beliefs, values and traditions.

We can include prayer, family blessings, cultural traditions, music with spiritual meaning, candles, rituals, signs and synchronicity, or none of those things at all.

If different beliefs, cultures or traditions are coming together, we can talk through what you’d like to include and find a way to honour them with care and respect.


How do we book?

Send me a message! We'll start with a wee chat so you can tell me what you're celebrating, ask any questions and get a feel for whether I'm the right celebrant for you. If you'd like to go ahead, an agreement and £100 booking deposit will secure your date.


How much does it cost?

Weddings and elopements start from £550, vow renewals start from £500.

For ceremonies, your date is secured with a signed agreement and £100 booking deposit with the remaining balance due 90 days before your ceremony.

If you’re booking closer to the date, I’ll adjust the payment schedule accordingly.


Still wondering about something?

If I haven't answered your question here, send me a wee message. I'm always happy to help!



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