Newly married couple with Marie-Louise against an old stone castle wall

Ceremonies by the West Sands

Wedding & Funeral Celebrant in St Andrews

Bespoke ceremonies in St Andrews and the East Neuk, from beach weddings on the West Sands to gentle family farewells.

St Andrews is one of the most romantic towns in Scotland, with its cathedral ruins, golden West Sands and grand old hotels. Many couples who met here as students come back to marry, and visitors from all over the world choose it for their wedding.

As a legally registered Interfaith Minister based in Fife, Marie-Louise creates personal ceremonies in St Andrews and the surrounding coast and countryside, blending traditions from different faiths, or none, in whatever way feels right for you.

More About Marie-Louise
Rev. Marie-Louise Macdonald, Interfaith Minister and celebrant in St Andrews

Rev. Marie-Louise Macdonald

Legally Registered Interfaith Minister

Popular Venues

Wedding Venues in St Andrews

  • The Old Course Hotel
  • Fairmont St Andrews
  • Rufflets Hotel
  • Kinkell Byre
  • Cambo Estate
  • West Sands beach

In Scotland you can marry anywhere! These are just some popular choices in St Andrews.

Funerals & Celebrations of Life

Funeral Celebrant in St Andrews

For families in St Andrews and North East Fife, Marie-Louise offers personal funeral ceremonies, celebrations of life and memorial services, written around your loved one's story and led with care on the day.

About Funeral Ceremonies

Where Services Can Be Held

Marie-Louise leads services at crematoria, cemeteries, funeral homes, natural burial grounds, community venues and family homes, including:

  • Kirkcaldy Crematorium
  • Dundee Crematorium

Also Covering Areas Near St Andrews

Marie-Louise travels across all of Scotland. No venue is too far when love calls.

Let's Connect

Start Your Journey

Whether you're planning a wedding, saying goodbye to a loved one, or welcoming a new life, I'd love to hear from you. It's never too early to begin the conversation.

Drop me a message and I'll get back to you with warmth and care, just as I do with every ceremony I create.