Author: Clare

  • Halloween Women’s Circle

    Halloween Women’s Circle

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    Hello! Thank you for your interest in joining. My name is Clare and I am a facilitator of ceremony, ritual and celebration. If you have any questions about this event please feel free to email me on idodeclareuk@gmail.com. To learn more about me please visit www.idodeclare.co.uk. Or feel free to call, my number is 07405 115908.

    Saturday 31st October 7:30-9:30pm

    The Red Brick Annexe at Manor Hall, Coalpit Heath. Henfield Rd, off Roundways Bristol BS36 2TG

    Capacity: 15 participants

    Celebrate Halloween (Samhain):

    A women’s circle open to womenfolk+ aged 16 or over.

    Autumn is my favourite season, a time when nature begins to slow down and the vibrant busyness of summer gently gives way to stillness. The air grows crisp, the days shorten, and the trees let go of their leaves in a quiet, graceful surrender. Amidst this seasonal shift comes Halloween — a festival that acknowledges the enigma of life and death.

    Far from just costumes and sweets, Halloween holds space for a deeper reflection. It invites us to pause and consider what lies beyond the visible, to confront the realities of decay, decline, and the impermanence that threads through all living things. As the natural world begins its cycle of dying back, we are reminded that death is not an end, but a necessary part of life’s rhythm — something ancient cultures honoured and we, too, can respect.

    In this liminal moment between light and darkness, the seen and unseen, Halloween offers both a celebration and a contemplation — a time to play with shadows, remember those who came before us, and embrace the mysteries we often try to ignore.

    Please try to arrive on time and expect to stay for the full duration. We will be sitting on cushions on the floor for most of the session so please wear comfortable clothing . If this will not work for you please don’t worry! Let me know in the ‘mobility’ section of this form and we will find a way to keep you comfortable.

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  • A Beautiful Pregnancy Gift for a Mamma-to-Be!

    A Beautiful Pregnancy Gift for a Mamma-to-Be!

    from I Do Declare, independent celebrant and ritual facilitator in Bristol

    If you would like something earthy to mark and honour a friend’s pregnancy and rising motherhood, I am offering a Mother’s Blessingway free of charge.

    A Blessingway:

    • Brings womenfolk together to honour the transition into motherhood
    • Is similar to a baby shower, but with more depth, intention and reverence
    • Creates space for emotional preparation and reflection ahead of birth
    • Strengthens the bonds of sisterhood at this powerful rite of passage

    Nominate a mama who deserves to be held, celebrated and surrounded by love before she meets her baby.

    How to nominate: Follow I Do Declare on Facebook or on Instagram, like the Blessingway Giveaway post, tag your pregnant friend and tell us in the comments why you’d love to gift her a Blessingway. Closing date 22nd October 2026.

    Terms & Conditions can be found here

    Feel free to share the post with anyone who you think might know a mamma who deserves this!


    To find out more about my celebrant services click here or feel free send me a message click here

  • Autumn Equinox Women’s Circle

    Autumn Equinox Women’s Circle

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    Hello! Thank you for your interest in joining. My name is Clare and I am a facilitator of ceremony, ritual and celebration. If you have any questions about this event please feel free to email me on idodeclareuk@gmail.com. To learn more about me please visit www.idodeclare.co.uk. Or feel free to call, my number is 07405 115908.

    Tuesday 22nd September 7-9pm

    The Artisan’s Den, 145 Church Road, Frampton Cotterell, BS36 2JX

    Capacity: 12 participants

    Celebrate the Autumn Equinox:

    A women’s circle open to womenfolk+ aged 16 or over.

    Autumn is my favourite season — a time when nature begins to slow down and the vibrant busyness of summer gently gives way to stillness. The air grows crisp, the days shorten, and the trees begin to let go of their leaves, reminding us of the beauty in release and change.

    At the heart of this seasonal transition comes the Autumn Equinox, a moment of balance when day and night stand in almost equal measure. It marks a turning point: from the brightness and outward energy of summer towards the quieter, more inward months of autumn and winter.

    The equinox invites us to pause and notice where we are in our own cycles of growth, change and renewal. Just as the natural world begins to shed what it no longer needs, we too can consider what we might be ready to release — habits, expectations, experiences or ways of being that have run their course.

    The Autumn Equinox is a liminal moment: a threshold between light and darkness, growth and dormancy, outward movement and stillness. Tonight, we gather in that space — to mark the turning of the season, reconnect with nature’s rhythms, and embrace the beauty of change.

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  • Summer Solstice Women’s Circle

    Summer Solstice Women’s Circle

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    Hello! Thank you for your interest in joining. My name is Clare and I am a facilitator of ceremony, ritual and celebration. If you have any questions about this event please feel free to email me on idodeclareuk@gmail.com. To learn more about me please visit www.idodeclare.co.uk. Or feel free to call, my number is 07405 115908.

    Sunday 21st June 10am – 12 noon.

    Purple Patch, Boiling Wells Lane, St Werburghs, BS2 9XY

    Capacity: 12 participants

    Celebrate the Summer Solstice:

    A morning women’s circle open to womenfolk+ aged 16 or over.

    The Summer Solstice is a time of peak light, abundance, and vibrant life. It is the longest day of the year—a powerful astrological moment to pause, celebrate how far we have blossomed, and bask in the warmth of community.

    You are invited to step away from the busyness of daily life and enter a sacred, nourishing space of sisterhood. Together, we will honor the sun’s radiant energy, ground ourselves in peace, and ignite our collective joy.

    Come as you are—whether you are feeling vibrant and full of energy, or quiet and in need of filling your cup. You belong here. 

    You will find yourself in a safe, supportive circle held by an experienced space holder (that’s me 🙂) You will participate in a grounding, guided meditation to help you capture the expansive energy of the solstice and channel it into deep inner stillness and clarity as well as take part in a creative ritual using the seasonal bounty to craft a beautiful keepsake that honors your personal growth and the magic of midsummer. We will also share delicious cake and refreshments.

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  • Beltane Women’s Circle

    Beltane Women’s Circle

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    Hello! Thank you for your interest in joining. My name is Clare and I am a facilitator of ceremony, ritual and celebration. If you have any questions about this event please feel free to email me on idodeclareuk@gmail.com. To learn more about me please visit www.idodeclare.co.uk. Or feel free to call, my number is 07405 115908.

    As we arrive at Beltane, we step into one of the most vibrant and life-affirming points on the Wheel of the Year. The days stretch longer, the evenings soften into golden light, and the sun’s presence grows strong and invigorating. The earth is alive with warmth and possibility—an invitation for us to awaken, create, and celebrate the vitality within and around us.

    Beltane carries the energy of fire, passion, and joyful expression. It calls us to honour our desires, embrace what is ready to bloom, and say yes to life with openness and courage.

    Coming together in women’s circle at this time is a powerful act of connection. In sisterhood, we gather to honour the light within each of us, to be witnessed, and to weave our intentions together. This circle offers a space to celebrate what is blossoming in your life and to step into the months ahead supported, seen, and uplifted by like-minded women walking a similar path.

    Practicalities: Please try to arrive on time and expect to stay for the full duration. We will be sitting on cushions on the floor for most of the session so please wear comfortable clothing . If this will not work for you please don’t worry! Let me know in the ‘mobility’ section of this form and we will find a way to keep you comfortable.

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  • Invite Nature to Your Wedding or Handfasting

    Invite Nature to Your Wedding or Handfasting

    Bringing Nature Into Your Ceremony

    More and more couples are choosing to bring elements of nature into their wedding ceremony — and as a wedding celebrant, it’s one of my favourite things to help create. Whether you’re planning a full outdoor celebration or simply want to weave natural symbolism into an indoor venue, there are many beautiful ways to honour the natural world during your handfasting or wedding.

    A Tree Planting Ritual

    Nature-based rituals can be simple, meaningful, and deeply personal. One couple I worked with had a potted tree that symbolised their relationship. During the ceremony they invited their guests to come forward and water it, creating a shared moment that represented the love and support surrounding their union.

    Blessings from Your Guests

    Another couple gave ribbons to their guests and asked them to imbue each ribbon with good wishes and blessings. The ribbons were then tied onto a tree on the family’s land, forming a colourful, living symbol of the community gathered around them.

    Connecting Directly with the Land

    Sometimes the connection to nature is even more direct. I have married numerous couples where all three of us — the couple and their celebrant — were barefoot, grounding ourselves in the earth during the ceremony itself.

    For couples who feel spiritually connected to the land, I’m also very happy to acknowledge the place where the ceremony is being held. Shortly before the ceremony begins, I can take a quiet moment of meditation to offer thanks and request blessings from the land itself.

    Nature and Celebrant-Led Weddings

    As a celebrant in Bristol, I’ve found that nature is always there waiting for us to notice it and interact with it. Including small rituals or symbolic gestures can bring a sense of grounding, connection, and calm to your ceremony — whether you’re planning a relaxed outdoor wedding or an joyful handfasting surrounded by family and friends.


    To find out more about my celebrant services click here or feel free send me a message click here

  • Spring Equinox Women’s Circle

    Spring Equinox Women’s Circle

  • Celebrating Winter Solstice

    Celebrating Winter Solstice

  • Four Funerals and a Wedding

    Four Funerals and a Wedding

    People often assume that, as a celebrant, I spend all my time surrounded by flowers, confetti, and love stories — and most of the time, that’s true! I adore helping couples celebrate one of the happiest days of their lives. But recently, something a little unexpected happened in that I was asked to facilitate four funerals in a row, before heading straight into my next wedding.

    It was quite a shift — from grief to joy, from reflection to celebration — and it reminded me why I love this work so deeply. Every ceremony, whether it’s a farewell or a beginning, is about honouring life. The tone may change, but the heart of it is the same: helping people find meaning in the moment, words that feel true, and a ceremony that feels right.

    Those four funerals reminded me that every goodbye deserves the same care and authenticity as a wedding day. Each person had a story to tell, and it was a privilege to help their families tell it. I learned about lives well-lived, love shared, quirks and humour, and the small, beautiful details that make someone unforgettable.

    My next clients were a couple getting ready to say “I do” — and it struck me again how closely love and loss sit together. Both bring people together, both ask us to pause and reflect, both are moments of transformation.

    So while most people know me for weddings, I also offer funeral and memorial ceremonies — crafted with the same warmth, care, and personal touch.

    If you’re looking for someone to help tell a life story — with honesty, understanding and respect, I’d be honoured to help.

    I am a funeral celebrant in Bristol who specialises in personal handcrafted ceremonies, find out more here about funeral celebrants and what I can offer.

  • Halloween Woman’s Circle

    Halloween Woman’s Circle