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25 Years and a Handfasting Knot: Our Journey Continues!
Can you believe it? Twenty-five years ago, we said "I do," and just last weekend, we celebrated a quarter-century of love, laughter, and adventure with our nearest and dearest.
To mark this special milestone, we wanted something a little different, something that reflected our enduring commitment. So, we decided to renew our vows with a beautiful handfasting ceremony. And what better place to hold such a heartfelt event than the charming Old School Tea Rooms in the picturesque town of Hebden?
The day began with a touch of vintage charm, as 30 of our beloved family and friends gathered to board a vintage old bus.
The Ceremony was carried out by Celebrant Alison Morrell
Handfasting is often described as an ancient Celtic ritual. It has become popular for couples to renew their vows, but not in the traditional way
Handfasting originated in the British Isles and Northern Europe, with roots in ancient, often pre-Christian, Celtic and Germanic traditions where it served as a betrothal, or trial marriage, for a set period before a permanent commitment was made. While the ritual's specific origins are not entirely clear, with some attributing it to Celtic practices and others to Norse customs, its core practice of binding a couple's hands with a ribbon or cord symbolises their union. It dates back to at least the Middle Ages.
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