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ARABELLA WILDE
Independent Celebrant
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Photo – Joanna Bongard
Winner – Best Wedding Celebrant in Kent, 2026
A WILDE CELEBRANT / WEDDING AND FUNERAL CELEBRANT IN KENT
Bespoke ceremonies across Kent, Deal, London, the South East and beyond!
Hello, I'm Arabella Wilde – an independent celebrant based in Deal, Kent, creating beautifully personal ceremonies
for life's most meaningful moments.
As a professional wedding celebrant in Kent, and funeral celebrant in Deal, I work with couples and families to design ceremonies that feel authentic, heartfelt, and completely tailored to you. Whether you're planning a wedding, funeral / celebration of life, vow renewal or naming ceremony, I'll help you tell your story in a way that feels natural and memorable.
What happens next?
A happy marriage is a long conversation which always seems too short.
André Marois
Your wedding ceremony should be the heart of your ceremony, the moment that sets the tone for the rest of the day.
As an experienced, award-winning independent celebrant in Kent, I create bespoke ceremonies that reflect your relationship, your values and your personality. From romantic and elegant to relaxed and unconventional, your ceremony will be written just for you.
I work with couples across Kent, London and the South East, as well as overseas and anywhere else you might need me, helping you create a ceremony that feels meaningful, personal and unforgettable.
Popular locations:
Kent | Deal | Canterbury | London | Coastal and Countryside venues
Saying goodbye is never easy, but the right words can make all the difference.
As a compassionate funeral celebrant in Deal and across Kent, I work closely with families to create thoughtful, respectful and personal funeral services that honour a life well lived.
Every ceremony is carefully written to reflect the individual, whether traditional, contemporary, religious, or completely non-religious.
Life is full of moments worth celebrating.
I also create:
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Vow renewal ceremonies in Kent, London and beyond
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Naming ceremonies for children and families
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Commitment ceremonies and celebrations of life
Each ceremony is designed with care, creativity and attention to detail.
WHY CHOOSE A CELEBRANT-LED CEREMONY?
Choosing an independent celebrant gives you complete freedom:
* No restrictions on location, content or format *
* A fully personalised ceremony, written just for you *
* Flexibility to include rituals, readings and music *
* A relaxed, supportive and collaborative process *
Unlike a registrar-led service, your ceremony is entirely unique.
A PERSONAL APPROACH
I take the time to get to know you properly – your story, your life, and everything that matters most.
From our first conversation to the day of your ceremony, I'll guide you through the process with a calm professionalism, paying attention to detail and ensuring that everything feels just right.
AREAS I COVER
I'm based in Deal, Kent, and regularly work across:
Kent
London
The South East of England
Overseas
If you're planning a destination wedding or ceremony further afield, please get in touch.
GET IN TOUCH
If you're looking for a wedding or funeral celebrant, I'd love to hear from you.
Let's create a ceremony that truly reflects you.
Contact me today to check availability and start planning your ceremony.
Grow old along with me; the best is yet to be.
Robert Browning
Photo – Lori Young
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Photo – Joanna Bongard
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Photo – Ranald Mackechnie
Photos – Lyndsey Goddard Photography
LOVE TAKES CENTRE STAGE AT MILAN FASHION WEEK
On January 19th, 2025 I was the celebrant for Jordan Bowen and Luca Marchetto, the creative duo behind fashion label JordanLuca. They surprised their audience with a "twist" at the end of their Milan Fashion Week show. Guests were unaware they were about to witness the couple's wedding ceremony.
After the runway show, I walked the catwalk and onto the stage, followed by Jordan with his mum
and Luca with his father. It was intimacy on a grand scale. Hardened fashion folk were dabbing the tears away from underneath their sunglasses. It was the most wonderful day – an experience like no other.
(I arrive at minute 14.15)
