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NATIONAL AWARD-WINNING · INCLUSIVE · NEUROAFFIRMING

Hello... I'm Sue

Creating beautifully personal, memorable ceremonies
for love, life and loss — from North Devon and beyond.

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01 — A LITTLE ABOUT ME

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Rooted in Devon,
open to the world.

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Based in Braunton, North Devon — surrounded by beaches, big skies and wild moorland — I travel across the South West and beyond to ceremonies in the most special of places.

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Before becoming a celebrant I spent 35 years in education, including headships. My days were filled with people, stories, emotions and big moments — learning how to truly listen. That experience is at the heart of everything I do now.

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Because being a celebrant isn't just about standing at the front. It's about understanding people, reading the room, and holding space with warmth, calm and confidence.

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Every ceremony I write is completely

bespoke — shaped around your personalities, your story, and what matters most to you. No templates. No copy-and-paste.

02 — THE REAL ME

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Certified romantic.
Failed surfer.

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I am a sea-glass finder, sunset lover, dog and cat parent, mum to three wonderful grown boys and three amazing step-children — plus wife to my wonderful (and very patient) husband Paul.

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I am positive and resilient, having personally navigated many of life's journeys — children, divorce, bereavement, cancer, to name a few. Those experiences have given me a deep empathy for the paths we all walk.

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It's a privilege to now support others through their most meaningful moments, whether joyful, challenging, or somewhere in between.

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03 - WHAT I BRING

How I show up for you.

A Natural Storyteller

I love turning your memories into something beautifully told and truly felt.

Calm, reassuring presense

Especially important in life's more emotional and tender moments.

Creativity and care

No templates. No copy-and-paste. Just something completely and uniquely you.

Genuine connection

I take real time to get to know you — before, during and on the day itself.

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04 — EXPERIENCE

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35 years of truly
listening to people.

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With a career spanning three and a half decades in education — including headships — I have spent my life understanding individuals, holding space in big moments and quiet ones, and learning how to meet people exactly where they are.

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That skill, that empathy, is everything in this work. I am un-flappable, warm, and completely at home in life's most meaningful moments.

"I'm a real people-person — warm, smiley and led by heart. I specialise in creating heartfelt, joy-filled celebrations that reflect you, your story, your style, your way."

05 -  HOW IT WORKS

Watch My Podcast

Kate speaks to Sue about the magic and the joys of being a wedding celebrant and how she supports neuro divergent couples to have the wedding of their dreams.

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We have a chat

Free no-obligation call to get to

know each other.

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I write your ceremony

Personalised to your story, your way.

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We celebrate together

A ceremony you'll remember

forever.

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06 — LET'S CHAT

I'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're planning something special or navigating something difficult, you're very welcome to reach out for a relaxed, no-pressure conversation — share your thoughts, ideas or questions.

I'll be right here, by your side.

sue: 07837 988120

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Sue Denham is a national award winning celebrant creating joyful, personalised ceremonies for weddings, funerals, baby and child naming celebrations, adoptions and other meaningful life moments. She is known for her inclusive and compassionate approach, and is passionate about supporting neurodivergent couples and families. Based in Devon, Sue works across Devon, Somerset, Cornwall and throughout the UK.

Business Project: Funding gratefully received from Business Boost 2  (through North Devon Council)

has supported the training, coaching, marketing and advertising of  Celebrant Sue by your side.

© 2026 Sue-ByYourSide.

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