Terms & Conditions
Terms & Conditions - the basics
Essential Terms (Summary)
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20% deposit is required to confirm your booking – this is non-refundable.
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Ceremonies are symbolic only – clients are responsible for completing all legal paperwork.
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Changes or reschedules may involve extra costs and depend on availability.
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Respectful behaviour is expected – services may be withdrawn in unsafe or abusive situations.
Please read the full Terms and Conditions below for complete details.
Full Terms and Conditions
1- Booking Confirmation
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A booking is only confirmed once the required deposit has been received and a booking agreement has been issued.
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Dates cannot be held without confirmation.
2 - Communication and Planning
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The Client must maintain timely communication with Simply La’Ren to enable the ceremony or event to be prepared as agreed.
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Draft scripts or ceremony outlines will be shared for approval, and the Client is responsible for reviewing and confirming any changes within agreed timescales.
3- Changes to the Ceremony or Event
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Minor changes to the ceremony may be accommodated if sufficient notice is given.
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Major changes, such as a change of venue or date, may result in additional fees and are subject to availability.
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If the event is rescheduled, the booking may be transferred only with prior agreement and may involve additional costs.
4- Client Conduct
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The Client is responsible for ensuring that all participants and guests behave respectfully throughout the ceremony or event.
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Simply La’Ren reserves the right to withdraw services immediately, without liability, in the event of abusive, threatening, or unsafe behaviour.
5- Travel and Accommodation
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Where travel or overnight accommodation is required, reasonable expenses will be agreed in advance and are payable by the Client.
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For international events, additional requirements or costs may apply and will be discussed prior to booking.
6- Packages and Services
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Packages vary in content and level of service. The inclusions for each package will be set out in the Client’s booking agreement.
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Any services requested beyond the agreed package may incur additional charges.
7- Intellectual Property
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All scripts, ceremony content, and written materials created by Simply La’Ren remain the intellectual property of the business.
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Clients may use these materials only for their own ceremony or event. Materials may not be reproduced, published, or distributed without prior written consent.
8- Media and Recording
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Photography, audio, and video recording of ceremonies are permitted.
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With the Client’s consent, Simply La’Ren may request copies of recordings or images for promotional use.
9- Force Majeure and Unforeseen Circumstances
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If circumstances beyond control (including illness, severe weather, or travel disruption) prevent attendance, every reasonable effort will be made to provide a replacement celebrant or suitable alternative.
10- Data Protection and Privacy
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Any personal data collected will be used solely for the purpose of arranging and delivering the agreed services.
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Data will not be shared with third parties, except where required by law or with the Client’s explicit consent.
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For full details, please refer to the Privacy Policy.
11- Health and Safety
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The Client is responsible for ensuring that the venue and environment for the ceremony or event are safe and comply with health and safety requirements.
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Simply La’Ren reserves the right to refuse to perform a ceremony if conditions are deemed unsafe.
12- Substitution or Replacement Celebrant
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In the unlikely event that Simply La’Ren is unable to officiate due to illness, emergency, or other unforeseen circumstance, a trusted replacement celebrant may be appointed where possible.
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If a replacement is not possible, liability will be limited to the refund of any fees already paid, excluding the non-refundable deposit.
13- Limitation of Liability
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Simply La’Ren is not responsible for the actions or services of third parties, including but not limited to venues, photographers, musicians, florists, or caterers.
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To the fullest extent permitted by law, liability for any claim arising from services is limited to the total fees paid by the Client.
14- Website Use
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The content on this website is provided for general information only and may be updated or changed without notice.
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All content, including text, images, and materials, is the property of Simply La’Ren and must not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without prior written consent.
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By using this website, you agree not to misuse it, interfere with its security, or engage in unlawful activity.
15- Governing Law
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These Terms and Conditions are governed by the law of England and Wales.
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Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
✨ By booking with Simply La’Ren, or by using this website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.
