cate reid ceremonies

Weddings

I am authorised to solemnise legal marriages recognised by the Registrar General for Scotland anywhere in Scotland through the Open Sanctuary belief body. It is both an honour and a privilege to marry a couple and I want to be clear that I have no intention of carrying on a business of solemnising marriages for profit or gain. While I do charge a fee for my services, this fee simply covers my time, travel, and other associated costs. I do not make a profit from solemnising marriages.

The Marriage (Scotland) Act 1977 ensures that celebrants are not to be in the business of solemnising marriages for profit or gain. The fees I charge are in line with the Act’s guidance and they are necessary charges for me to continue providing my services in a way that reflects my beliefs and supports my work.

Reflecting on the last six years, I’ve come to understand that not every couple wants the same level of support or guidance. Some seek a simple, respectful ceremony, while others want something a little more elaborate. I’ve created different packages to reflect this, but they all have the same ultimate goal – you will be legally married!

Gift Ceremony

For couples experiencing health or financial difficulties, I offer a gift ceremony to make your special day as easy and meaningful as possible.

Simple Ceremony

A no-fuss option that covers all the legal requirements with a respectful and straightforward approach, keeping things simple but meaningful.

Personalised Ceremony

Here, we get into your love story and what marriage means to you. We can include any readings or poems you love, along with a handfasting, sand ceremony, or Quaich toast once you’ve signed the dotted line.

Full Ceremony Package

This is everything in the personalised ceremony, plus I can create bespoke poems, readings, or prayers just for you. It’s also a chance to involve your family and friends, whether through sharing words of wisdom or taking part in rituals that mean something to you both.

At the heart of my work is a deep respect for all beliefs. I embrace them with an open heart, fostering simplicity, peace, and love. I design each ceremony around your love story, ensuring it reflects your personal beliefs and values, whether religious or non-religious.

Please click below to view a short video of Matt and John’s marriage ceremony at Fallside Mill, Kingsbarns, courtesy of Black Fern Media!

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What They Say

Jen and Matt

Cate officiated our wedding in May 2025. We can’t put into words how warm and welcoming Cate is.

I met Cate at a wedding venue open day and felt so at ease talking to her, we didn’t look anywhere else after that. We then had a video call and knew right away Cate was the celebrant we wanted to marry us. She helped us write a beautiful ceremony that was so personal to us and many of our family and friends have commented on how perfect our ceremony was.

I would recommend Cate to anyone who wants a ceremony full of love, laughter and special moments. Cate, we can’t thank you enough for being part of our special day and we really hope our paths cross again one day!

James and Victoria

Cate officiated our wedding ceremony in April 2025 at Falside Mill.

We chose Cate because she made us feel at ease from the minute we met and has calm and professional demeanour.

Cate helped us construct a ceremony that was personal to us and was full of love – and all of our guests have commented how personal it was, and how much they enjoyed it!

We want to thank Cate for playing such a big part in our special day, and couldn’t recommend her more. Thank you Cate!!

Nicola and Murray

Cate conducted our wedding ceremony in September 2024 and we cannot recommend her highly enough. When searching for the right wedding celebrant for us, Cate’s compassionate and attentive approach stood out. We wanted a ceremony that was personal, meaningful, yet relaxed and Cate ensured it was exactly that. I was very nervous on the day, but Cate’s warm and professional demeanour helped to put me at ease.

Cate’s communication and support leading up to the wedding day were excellent and much appreciated. After the ceremony, many of our guests commented on Cate’s clear and thoughtful delivery and expressed how much they enjoyed the ceremony.

We now have fond, lifelong memories of our wedding day and Cate played an essential role in making it so special. Thank you again, Cate.

Mr and Mrs Watsons

We simply cannot thank you enough for delivering the most personal, heartfelt and sincere ceremony for us. You spoke as though you had known us for years, and spoke the words in a way we wanted them to sound – you sounded like ‘us’. We enjoyed every second of the ceremony, and our families have complimented your professionalism and delivery of our special story and words. I’m sure you noticed there were lots of happy tears on the day!
It was truly wonderful to work with you and we will recommend you to anyone and everyone who will listen. It was such a positive and exciting experience to create such a personal ceremony for our small and intimate day.

Kindness

Kindness shapes how I listen, how I speak, and how I show up for the people I work with.

Integrity

I do what I say I will, and I hold true to my word — with honesty at the heart of everything I offer.

Humility

I don't pretend to have all the answers — I'm here to walk alongside you, not ahead of you.

Authenticity

What you see is what you get. I bring my full, real self to this work, and I invite you to do the same.

I'd love to hear from you

Whether you're full of ideas or just starting to think things through, or if you just want to check my availability and costs — I’d love to hear from you!

Just drop me an email, send me a WhatsApp or text, or fill out the contact form — whatever’s easiest and there’s no obligation to book.

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