The length depends on your ceremony, rather than a set wedding timetable. A simple legal ceremony can be brief; personal stories, readings, cultural elements and contributions from family add time.

Ask your celebrant to estimate the length once you have agreed on the content. Include the entrance, signing and exit in your running sheet, as well as time for guests to settle.

As a planning tip, tell your celebrant about venue deadlines, transport, photography and any guests who would find a long ceremony difficult. They can help you choose a pace that feels relaxed and keeps your favourite moments, without promising a duration before the ceremony is written.