Meet Helen Peach-O'Malley
Sacred Ceremonialist Celebrant - Creating Magical Pagan Ceremonies Rooted in Nature, Spirit, and Intention
My Journey
I'm Helen Peach-O'Malley, and I create deeply personal, spiritually meaningful pagan ceremonies for those ready to honour their unique path with soul and intention.
My journey into celebrant work began with a gift I've always had - a love of public speaking. In my previous career, I gave presentations, workshops, and webinars. But it was when my mum passed away that everything shifted. I wrote and spoke about her life at her funeral, and I received a standing ovation. Someone said to me that day, "You should be a celebrant." When my dad died, I did the same - and again, it resonated deeply with people.
The final catalyst came at a friend's wedding. The registrar was awful, and I said to my friend, "I could do a better job than that." They agreed. Using my inheritance, I decided to train properly and honour this calling.
The plan was to build Wild Peach Ceremonies on the side whilst keeping my full-time job. But life had other ideas. In 2022, not long after I launched my business, significant life changes meant I needed to step back from my career to focus on my family. What started as a side project became my full-time calling, and I've never looked back.
Today, I live in Leicestershire with my husband, four step-children, and our family dog Leia. My family is at the heart of everything I do, and their love and support has been instrumental in building Wild Peach Ceremonies into what it is today.
Throughout my journey, I've continued my spiritual training and deepened my connection to pagan ceremonies and goddess work. I'm passionate about offering others the transformative power of ritual and the healing that comes from creating sacred, meaningful ceremonies.
Credentials & Training
My Qualifications
- ✓Level 3 Diploma in Couples & Naming Ceremonies - Civil Ceremonies
- ✓Advanced Spiritual Ceremonies Training (25-27 February 2022) - Specialising in Handfasting ceremonies, trained by Dawn Kinsella, Priestess of Avalon. My handfasting ceremony is based on the first legal Pagan handfasting at the Glastonbury Goddess Temple.
- ✓NOCN Spiritual Funerals & Memorials Training (October 2023) - Through Sacred Celebrants Academy, trained by Dawn Kinsella
- ✓Path of the Priestess Training (July 2024) - Sacred Celebrants Academy, covering Goddess embodiment, oracle reading, and creating and running pagan temple events
- ✓Managing Safely (IOSH) - Health and safety certification
- ✓NOCN & IPHM Qualified
Professional Memberships
- ✓Association of Independent Celebrants (AOIC) - Member and Regional Representative
- ✓Pagan Federation - Member, aspiring Regional Representative
A Note on My Training: My work has been profoundly shaped by Dawn Kinsella, Priestess of Avalon, who created and led the first legal Pagan handfasting wedding at the Glastonbury Goddess Temple. She has been a huge influence on my spiritual path and my approach to ceremony. I aspire one day to complete the full Priestess training with the Goddess Temple and become a Priestess of Avalon myself.
All my ceremonies are rooted in the pagan traditions and spiritual practices I've trained in, with a deep commitment to honouring the sacred and creating transformative experiences for those I work with.
My Philosophy
Pagan & Nature-Rooted
All my ceremonies are grounded in pagan traditions, elemental wisdom, and the sacred cycles of the earth. I specialise in handfastings, pagan funerals, and rituals that honour the wheel of the year and life's sacred moments.
Deeply Personal & Transformative
Your ceremony is about YOU. I take time to understand your story, values, and vision so we can create something truly meaningful and authentic. I believe in the power of ritual to transform how we relate to ourselves and our lives.
Inclusive & Accessible
I'm neurodivergent-friendly, LGBTQ+ affirming, and welcome all beliefs and backgrounds. Everyone deserves a ceremony that honours who they truly are.
Outstanding Couples Celebrant Award
I'm honoured to be shortlisted for the Association of Independent Celebrants' Outstanding Couples Celebrant Award 2025. This recognition reflects my commitment to creating ceremonies that truly transform how couples experience their commitment to one another.
Ready to Create Your Ceremony?
Whether you're planning a handfasting, honouring a life, or navigating a transition, I'm here to help you create a ceremony that feels true to your soul.