Melanie Leckie Humanist Celebrant

14/06/2026

Claire & Kenneth | Venachar Lochside Weddings

Claire and Kenneth both studied at Strathclyde University, but never crossed paths. It took a dating app in October 2017 to finally bring them together. Their first date was an evening coffee in Glasgow that went so well, they talked until the café closed and moved to a bar to continue their date.

Kenneth noticed Claire's eyes. Claire noticed Kenneth's smile, right up until he started (badly) playing the piano. For the record, Claire's the pianist in this relationship!

After adventures in Croatia, Montenegro, Malaysia, Japan and the Caribbean, they found their forever home in the Ayrshire countryside and gained an extra family member when Claire's childhood dog Jack moved in.

They got engaged on the 4th of May 2025 at the Japanese Garden at Cowden, one of their favourite places in Scotland. Kenneth waited patiently for a quiet moment by the pond for other visitors to clear the area. When the moment finally came, he got down on one knee and Claire said yes! 💍

Claire and Kenneth, thank you for sharing your big day with me. Congratulations again!

My diary is open for 2027 and 2028. If you would like a ceremony people will actually remember, I would love to hear from you.

Suppliers:
Photographer: ZibiZ Photo
Flowers:
Hair: Lauren
Makeup: Kara Crozer Make up Artist
Bridal Gown: wed2b
Bridesmaids Dresses: AZAZIE
Kilts/Suits: MacGregor and MacDuff
Décor: Venue / couple
Rings: Groom: .co.uk/ Bride: Austen & Blake
Cake: Venue
Musician: Mira K Duo - Weddings & Events
Sax: Alika Sax
Transport:

11/06/2026

Alison and Nicol got married at the beautiful Dunkeld House Hotel, set along the River Tay in the heart of Perthshire’s scenic countryside.✨

It was a gorgeous day for a gorgeous couple with the estate's gardens and trees in full bloom, and the wedding ceremony took place in the Drawing Room with colourful floral blooms lining the aisles.

The big day was made even more memorable with the groom's step-brother Murray playing the bagpipes.

Thank you Alison and Nicol for letting me be part of your special day.

My diary is open for 2027 and 2028. If you would like a ceremony people will actually remember, I would love to hear from you.

09/06/2026

Lesley & Ben (plus dog Winston, the ring bearer) | Bachilton Barn

Some love stories begin in the most unexpected places. Lesley and Ben's began when a tall gentleman with a touch of grey walked into the shooting lodge at Gleneagles, introduced himself as the new gillie at Kinkell and completely derailed Lesley's day.

A "show round" of the beat turned into a two-mile walk in wellies, a tour of a wonderfully nostalgic 1970s fishing hut, and somewhere along the way, a first kiss. Kinkell had cast its spell.

When it came to the proposal, Ben kept it perfectly simple. A rare day off, a barbecue by the river, Winston the dog and their favourite place in the world. As Lesley sat back enjoying the sunshine, Ben knelt down - champagne in hand and Nana Thomson's engagement ring and asked her to spend the rest of her life with him. 💍

Lesley and Ben, thank you for letting me be part of your day. Here's to a lifetime of riverside walks, quiet moments and coming home to each other. 🥂

My diary is open for 2027 and 2028. If you would like a ceremony people will actually remember, I would love to hear from you.

Suppliers:
Photographer: Crieff Photography
Flowers: Wild Burnett Gleneagles
Hair: Monica Kidd
Makeup: Lauren Gilmour Hair & Makeup Artistry
Bridal Gown: Justin Alexander by Emily Mai Bridal
Bridesmaids Dresses: TH&TH Bridesmaids
Kilts: Robert Nicol
Décor: All Wrapped Up
Rings: W.T.G Henderson Jewellers Perth
Cake: Celebration Station
Band: The Big Papas

07/06/2026

Nicole & Aoron | Cornhill Castle Biggar, in their gorgeous new pavilion. 💍

What a privilege to celebrate Nicole and Aoron's wedding day, for a couple whose love story is as adventurous as they are!

It started with a Tinder match, a trip to Dundee, and a man who showed up in a full North Face tracksuit with four bottles of Corona. Nicole questioned her life choices. Aoron was just glad he hadn't been catfished.

Lockdown turned their early dates into outdoor adventures , exploring Scottish castles and countryside, drones in hand, falling for the Scottish Isles, and making it official on the Isle of Harris in August 2020.

On a trip to the British Virgin Islands, Aoron's original engagement plan was derailed by severe sunburn. With one day left before flying home, he took Nicole to The Baths on Virgin Gorda, a stunning series of caves and pools, and got down on one knee inside a cave.

Nicole and Aoron, thank you for letting me be part of your day. Here's to a lifetime of adventures, islands and getting slightly out of your depth together! 💗

Suppliers:
Photographer: Kathryn Amanda Photography
Content Creator: Captured by Brunette
Flowers: Bells Florist
Hair: NC Hair - Bridal Hair Specialist
Makeup: AshMac Mua, Rachel Clark Makeup
Bridal Gown: Anne Priscilla
Kilts/Suits: Skopes Menswear
Décor: Crazy Daisy Flowers & Events
Rings: Fraser Hart Glasgow
Musician: Declan Hegarty music
Band/DJ: VH5
Transport: ML Hire and Happy days minibus and coach hire

05/06/2026

Ruby & Fraser | The Vu, Bathgate 💒

It was such a privilege to be part of Ruby and Fraser's wedding day 🥂

The couple's story started at RBS in 2019, when Fraser joined a department where Ruby's best friend Steph worked. One work night out, a question about single friends, and the rest is history!

Their first date was at Nando's in April 2019 and they wasted no time showing off their shared sense of humour, pranking poor Steph with contradicting texts about how the date was going! 😂

To celebrate six years together, Fraser booked a hot tub lodge in St Andrews, a place that already held a special place in their hearts as the destination of their very first road trip together. It felt like the perfect setting for the next chapter and this is where Ruby said yes!

Congratulations Ruby and Fraser, thank you for letting me be part of your day. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness together. ❤️

My diary is open for 2027 and 2028. If you would like a ceremony people will actually remember, I would love to hear from you.

Suppliers:
Photographer - Karol Makula Photography
Decor: Crazy Daisy Flowers & Events

04/06/2026

A reminder that I’ll be at this showcase on Sunday 💕

I’m so looking forward to chatting with couples about their wedding plans, and what I can bring to their special day 💫

02/06/2026

I’m absolutely delighted to be a new page sponsor of the Central Scotland Takeaway Review💗

As a Humanist Celebrant, my work is all about people, connection and telling stories in a way that feels real and personal, so it feels really lovely to now be supporting a local page that shares that same value but in a different way.

And as a foodie myself, I’m always on the lookout for new places to eat and recommend, so make sure you check out the page if you’re looking for inspiration! 🍴

01/06/2026

Super excited about this ❤️

⭐️ NEW PAGE SPONSOR ⭐️

Melanie Leckie Humanist Celebrant

I’m absolutely delighted to welcome Melanie aboard the CSTR train!

The vastly experienced Melanie Leckie is a legally authorised Humanist Celebrant creating warm, personal wedding ceremonies that truly reflect each couple’s story.

Outside of tying the knot for almost 1000 loved-up couples across Scotland so far, Melanie is a huge foodie who loves discovering Glasgow’s best restaurants, with Japanese favourite Sapporo Teppanyaki always a top pick.

Passionate about people, connection and memorable experiences, she brings the same warmth and authenticity to everything she does ❤️

If you are planning on getting married soon or even better if you own a wedding venue I highly recommend getting in touch and discussing the possibilities of having her oversee the formalities of your big day!

01/06/2026

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29/05/2026

When the weather is sunny and a bit warm, ceremonies can sometimes feel quite intense, especially when nerves are involved too!☀️

As your celebrant, I’m there to do so much more than just conduct your ceremony. I’m always keeping an eye on how you’re feeling, making sure you’re comfortable, calm and able to properly enjoy the moment.

Whether that’s a quick pause, grabbing some water or helping settle nerves, I’ll be there to support you throughout your big day.

If you’re planning your wedding and looking for someone who will help you feel completely at ease, I’d love to hear from you 💌

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