If you'd like a non-religious funeral that still feels deeply personal and meaningful, a humanist ceremony could be the right choice. It's entirely about the person who has died. Their life, their story, their legacy – honoured in a way that feels true to who they were. 🧵

If you want a non-religious ceremony that still feels deeply significant and meaningful, a humanist wedding could be the right choice for you. Led by a celebrant who shares your values, it's all about love, commitment, and celebrating your journey together in a way that feels authentic to you.

Happy third wedding anniversary to Madeleine and Nic 💛 Maddy and Nic celebrated their humanist ceremony at the beautiful Dragon Hall – a stunning 15th-century timbered hall in the heart of Norwich. Great snaps! (@katherinemagerphotography on insta)

Whether you’re preparing for a humanist funeral, a religious service, or another form of memorial,. this step-by-step guide provides practical tips and a clear structure to help you write a meaningful and heartfelt funeral speech. Read more: humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

At its core, a humanist funeral is a personal non-religious ceremony that celebrates the life of the person who has died. It serves as both a dignified farewell and a heartfelt commemoration of a unique individual. Visit our website for everything humanist ceremonies. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

From an escape room to an unexpected pair of confetti ponies – Sarah and Will designed their humanist wedding with one goal: to include (and surprise!) everyone. One guest discovered the rings hidden under their seat, and friends and family joined in with shared vows! humanists.uk/ceremonies/w...

Humanist weddings are soaring in popularity in Northern Ireland right now. Since they received legal recognition in 2018, there's been over 5,000 humanist marriages. How lovely is that! Here's why more couples are choosing a humanist weddings 👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/w...

Tying the knot isn't just an expression, it's an ancient tradition! Handfasting – the original 'tying the knot' – can involve different coloured ribbons, loved ones taking part, and a keepsake to treasure long after the day. Find out more about humanist weddings today: humanists.uk/ceremonies/w...

Today we celebrate the silver anniversary of legal same-sex marriages, as the journey towards global equality continues. At Humanist Ceremonies, we believe every couple deserves a wedding that truly reflects their unique values and bond. Cheers to the pioneers who paved the way!

One month to go until Celebrant Conference 2026! We're looking forward to seeing many of our brilliant celebrants come together for a weekend of learning, teaching, and fun!

Rian and Owen celebrated their love with a personal steampunk wedding, a humanist ceremony that was unique to them. ❤️ “We’re both atheist and humanist, so any ceremony in a religious setting wouldn’t have felt right to us. A humanist ceremony gave us the freedom to make it all unique to us."

Did you know that humanist celebrants have been conducting same-sex wedding ceremonies long before they were legally recognised? ❤️🏳️‍🌈

The #FestivalofHumanism is headed to Bournemouth this 12-14 June in celebration of #WorldHumanistDay. Book your tickets now, and join us for a full weekend of science, philosophy, politics, history, entertainment, and culture! humanists.uk/events/festi...

If you have a loved one’s ashes at home and you’re not sure what to do with them, you’re not alone. Find ideas for what you can do with a loved one’s ashes 👇 ❤ humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

There's officially been 5,000 humanist marriages in NI 🎉 @humanistceremonies.bsky.social celebrant Jean Barrett Quinn, who conducted the 5000th wedding belonging to Aimee and Stewart [pictured], featured on BBC Radio Ulster to talk more about this wonderful milestone ⬇️ soundcloud.com/humanistsuk/...

‘Our wedding day was something amazing, and now we are delighted all over again to find out it happened to be a historic milestone.' Congratulations to Aimee and Stewart, whose wedding officially marked the 5,000th humanist marriage in Northern Ireland since 2018! 🎉🥂 humanists.uk/2026/01/13/n...

All funerals have an environmental impact, especially when it comes to what happens to the body after death. However there are an increasing number of greener funeral options out there, we share some of these options in our guide to eco-friendly funerals: humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

A humanist funeral is a non-religious and personal ceremony led by a humanist celebrant. These ceremonies focus on the person who has died, their story, and the impact they had on others. #Funeral

If you believe everyone should have the option of a non-religious ceremony that reflects their beliefs, you might want to consider becoming a humanist celebrant! Highly trained by Humanists UK to lead meaningful ceremonies that truly reflect people’s stories. humanists.uk/ceremonies/b...

A humanist funeral ceremony focuses on the life that was lived, the relationships created, and the memories they leave behind.

Thinking that a humanist ceremony sounds right for you but not quite sure what humanism is? Humanism is a non-religious approach to life that has been found throughout time and across the world in many different cultures. #Humanist

“We thought about what my dad played regularly and what he enjoyed playing. ‘Black Moon Rising’ was one of those songs – such a cool song, everyone knows it and could sing along.” #funeral humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

A humanist approach to life by Kurt Vonnegut, as featured in The Little Book of Humanism. #WorldKindnessDay

“You can be a bit indulgent. It’s potentially your last chance to celebrate that person and to do something for them. It’s a way of carrying on caring for them." In our new blog, Ivan's daughter Laura explains how the family celebrated his life with a humanist funeral. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

Meet Blue Ryan, a Humanist Ceremonies funeral celebrant. In our blog post, Blue tells us about the values that attracted her to humanism and the moving experience of leading the Trans Day of Remembrance ceremony for LGBT Humanists. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

Humanist representatives will take part in Remembrance ceremonies across the UK. humanists.uk/2025/11/06/h...

A humanist funeral offers a warm and meaningful ceremony for families who want an authentic and non-religious way to say goodbye.

This quote from Terry Pratchett, shared in The Little Book of Humanist Funerals, offers a great reflection on how a person lives on, not through an afterlife, but through the lasting impact they leave in the world and on others.

Happy Halloween! 🎃 A Humanist Ceremonies celebrant will create a personal wedding ceremony with all the rituals you want and no unwanted traditions. 🫣 Don't be scared! Our celebrants are highly trained, accredited, DBS checked, and are part of a wide network that provides support and backup.

Find out who your local humanist wedding celebrants are! humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

Are you planning the funeral for someone who wasn't religious? A Humanist funeral is a memorable and meaningful way to celebrate the life of a loved one. The focus is on their unique story. It's a ceremony that's authentic and a true reflection of the person they were. #Funeral

If you have a loved one’s ashes at home and you’re not sure what to do with them, you’re not alone. Find ideas for what you can do with a loved one’s ashes in our new blog👇 ❤ humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

What sort of music do you have in a Humanist funeral? Whatever you like! You can have anything from Meatloaf to Mozart, Elgar to Elvis, The Beatles to Beethoven or anything inbetween. You’re the person planning the ceremony and you get to choose. www.humanist.org.uk/marktaylor

Did you know that we've provided same-sex wedding ceremonies decades before the legalisation of same-sex marriage! Humanists UK was also a prominent campaigner for legal same-sex marriages. ♥️

Find highly trained humanist funeral celebrants near you by using our easy-to-use map. 👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

"At the end of the ceremony, many of the people told us that they had never attended a service where someone’s story was so central. For us, it was as if Helen was there, telling her story." ♥️ humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

Planning ahead gives peace of mind, for you and for those you love, so when the time comes, they can focus on saying goodbye knowing that your wishes are being met. Find a humanist celebrant who can work with you to plan your funeral ceremony in advance. 👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/n...

On Monday we attended the Guides for Brides UK Wedding Conference as a sponsor. It was inspiring to hear the latest insights from wedding industry experts, it's always valuable to learn new things! We were also able to share some information about Humanist Ceremonies with wedding professionals.

Suzy is healthy and lives an active life that she loves. She also decided to pre-plan her own humanist funeral. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

Our Humanist Funeral Tribute Archive is a collection of stories, it honours and remembers the lives of people from all walks of life who had a humanist funeral ceremony. Each tribute preserves the story of an individual creating a lasting record of their life. ♥️👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

5 ideas for planning the perfect non-religious naming ceremony! humanists.uk/ceremonies/n...

The UK Government has committed to the legal recognition of humanist marriages in England and Wales! 🎉

Thinking of writing your own wedding vows? 💍 It can feel daunting — but it’s really about speaking from the heart. I’ve put together a gentle guide to help you shape promises that are personal, meaningful and truly you. Click here for more : margaretmulhollandhumanistcelebrant.com/how-to-write...

Our Humanist Ceremonies network is made up of hundreds of highly trained celebrants who never stop learning! 👍 Last week, our London celebrants gathered for a fun and inspiring CPD day, sharing ideas, developing skills, and exploring new ways to create the most personal and meaningful ceremonies!

We love autumn! 🍂 🍂 🍂 Here are some top tips on how to create the perfect autumnal wedding day 👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/w...

Are you a humanist with a talent for writing and excellent presentation skills? If so, and you agree that everyone should have the option of a meaningful, non-religious ceremony that reflects their values, then consider training to become a humanist celebrant! humanists.uk/ceremonies/b...

Wedding planning can be a joyful time, but it can also involve lots of decisions and 'wedmin' tasks. Finding the right celebrant for you doesn't have to be difficult: you can find highly trained humanist celebrants near you with our easy-to-use Find a Celebrant map! 👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

In this guide we share some information about humanist funerals, memorials, and celebrations of life to help you understand what they involve and decide whether this might be the right choice for your loved one. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

A humanist is a non-religious person who shapes their own life in the here and now, because they believe it’s the only life they have. They try to do good for its own sake, without expectation of reward after death. How humanist are you? Take our quiz! humanists.uk/humanism/how...

'What a wonderful thing it is to be part of that universe.' 🌌🌎🪐 This wonderful humanist perspective from Professor Brian Cox reminds us that we're all made of stardust! Found in the Little Book of Humanist Funerals. #Humanist #Funeral