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

Funerals have an environmental impact, especially regarding what happens to the body after death. But there are greener funeral options out there 🌳 Here 👇 we share some of these options and also small steps you can take to create a more eco-friendly funeral. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

A wedding without religious content doesn’t mean a ceremony without cultural traditions! Mercedes and Nurkanat chose to include meaningful rituals that celebrated their cultures, such as jumping the broom, a tea ceremony, and including traditional Kyrgz wedding attire. humanists.uk/ceremonies/w...

We know that planning a funeral can be a stressful and often overwhelming time. Our easy-to-use map is a simple way to find highly trained humanist funeral celebrants who are local to you. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

News: 15% of all marriages in Northern Ireland last year were humanist marriages. www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/norther...

Do you identify as a humanist? Are you looking to try something new? If you answered yes to those two questions you may want to consider joining our respected Humanist Ceremonies network by becoming a highly trained humanist celebrant! humanists.uk/ceremonies/b...

Humanist ceremonies are no flash in the pan! We've been conducting non-religious ceremonies since 1896! That's a long, proud, over 120-year history. We're deeply grateful to have been there for thousands of couples, families, and millions of guests. ♥️

Wedding traditions can be wonderful, but some rituals and norms might not feel quite right for you as a couple. In that case it's okay to change them or leave them out completely. ❤️ Your wedding should reflect you and your love story, not the expectations of others.

Are you planning a funeral or memorial for someone who wasn’t religious? A humanist ceremony is all about celebrating the life that was lived, their personality, and the stories that made them who they were. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

“It was definitely the right decision” After twenty-two years together, to the day, Nij and Christine tied the knot in a joyful and personal humanist wedding ceremony. ❤ Photographer: Ryan Learoyd of ShutterGoClick. Celebrant: Ewan Main

Have you done any death cleaning recently? Do your loved ones know if you’d prefer a non-religious funeral ceremony? Taking a little time to be organised in advance and talking about your wishes can make all the difference. 👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

When someone dies, alongside the grief there’s often a wish to remember the happiness they brought to the lives of others. Funerals can be respectful while also including little moments of joy. Here our blog shares ideas for adding uplifting moments to a funeral.👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

🍂 September is here and we can’t help but start to think about those cosy autumn weddings. Whether you’re dreaming of autumn vibes, a summer celebration, or a festive winter gathering, your wedding can take place whenever you choose in a location that suits you both! Tell your love story, your way.

Naming ceremonies are such a lovely way to celebrate a new chapter! 💛 They're the perfect way to welcome a new baby. But, they're not just for young children, naming ceremonies are also a wonderful way to welcome adopted children or step-children into the family.

Today is day one of #thatshumanism! 🎉 – our popular social media campaign featuring our much-loved animations with Stephen Fry. To celebrate, we're launching a brand-new series of posters designed for schools, teachers, and anyone curious about the humanist approach to life. 🧵

Do you have questions about humanist weddings? we have answers! Here are our answers to some commonly asked questions about humanist weddings! 👇 humanists.uk/ceremonies/n...

This guide provides information about humanist funerals and memorials to help you to decide if this could be the right way to honour your loved one. You can also speak with a humanist funeral celebrant to find out more about creating a non-religious funeral ceremony. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

If you had a direct cremation for a loved one, you can still gather at a later date to share memories, tell stories, and celebrate a life. humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

“I want to do something which reflects me and my life.” Suzy planned her own humanist funeral. Her plans include bright colours for the dress code instead of black, great music that’s been the soundtrack to her life, and a garden setting for the ceremony. 🌸 humanists.uk/ceremonies/f...

Say "I still do!" with a humanist vow renewal. A celebration of your love and all you’ve achieved together! #VowRenewal humanists.uk/ceremonies/n...