Ways to personalise your ceremony

Oathing stone ceremony

This is a Scottish tradition where the couple place their hands on a stone while saying their vows. It symbolises setting your promises “in stone”.

You will need:

  • a stone (you can choose one from a special place)
  • optional: engrave it with initials, a date, or a Celtic design

What to do:

  • hold the stone together during your vows
  • you can ask someone to bring the stone forward during the ceremony

Page last modified: 5 August 2025