Laura Shuckburgh
The Château Celebrant
Laura the chateau celebrant
I moved to France from the UK 5 years ago in search of more sun and adventure. I have certainly found that. After living and travelling around in my motor home for 3 years I have now settled in the beautiful Dordogne.
I have a 25-year-old son, who’s a musician and still lives in the UK (who I miss very much). I love walking my rescue dog, Pepper in the beautiful countryside and exploring French cities.
Keeping fit and healthy is very important to me. I completed a Spartan race in 2023 in the French Alps…I love a challenge.
I love being in nature, dancing to deep house music, coffee, champagne and sunrises. I enjoy reading books and listening to podcasts especially topics about philosophy and psychology. I am an ambivert.
Becoming a celebrant three years ago was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Seeing couples commit to one another with such intention has reaffirmed my belief in lasting relationships, and being trusted with these moments is a privilege I never take lightly.
My second home is Mallorca where my family live. I got married in a beautiful Finca, many years ago so I know how it feels to plan a destination wedding from another country.
“If you’re dreaming of a ceremony that feels authentic, relaxed and unforgettable, with someone you trust to guide the way, I’d be honoured to be your celebrant.”
The Story I Bring to Yours
I’m a fully trained celebrant with the Fellowship of Professional Celebrants — but more importantly, I’m someone who has always been drawn to people, their stories, and the moments that really matter.
In my 20s and 30s, I worked as a presenter and model under the name Laura Delanie — a time in my life that taught me confidence, connection, and how to hold a space. When my son was small, I ran my own beauty business, before moving into roles as a marketing manager and helping to run an architecture practice.
Most recently, I’ve worked as a menopause and life coach, supporting women through some of life’s biggest transitions.
What ties all of this together is people, listening to them, understanding them.
I think this is why I’m so good at telling your love story in a way that feels real, meaningful, and completely true to you both.
