Why Knot? Wedding and Christening Ceremonies
Why Knot? Wedding and Christening Ceremonies in Durbanville – Wedding Officiants for Events
Why Knot – Marriage Officers Andred & Alison Hayward
Why Knot is a trusted and experienced marriage officer service, led by Andred and Alison Hayward, offering tailored wedding ceremonies across a wide range of styles. With nearly 30 years of experience and having officiated over 6,000 weddings in more than 30 countries, this dynamic duo specialises in creating ceremonies that are personal, meaningful, and completely reflective of each couple’s unique story.
Personalised Wedding Ceremonies
Whether you are planning a grand celebration or an intimate elopement, Why Knot works closely with couples to craft authentic, heartfelt ceremonies.
Andred Hayward is known for his genuine, warm-hearted and inclusive approach. His non-judgmental and relaxed presence helps couples feel at ease from the start. By focusing on the relationship rather than tradition alone, Andred ensures that each ceremony feels natural, joyful and true to the couple.
Alison Hayward brings a compassionate, detail-oriented and friendly energy to the team. With over 25 years of administrative expertise, she ensures that every aspect of the process runs smoothly. Her ability to create a safe and welcoming atmosphere makes each ceremony feel intimate and engaging.
Types of Ceremonies Offered
Why Knot offers a wide range of ceremony types to suit your preferences, beliefs, and background:
Blessing Ceremony
A comfortable blend of civil, cultural, and/or religious elements. May include prayers, readings, or music.Civil Ceremony
A non-religious service, using secular readings and language while following a traditional format.Religious Ceremony
Includes readings from sacred texts and a spiritual blessing. Designed to reflect your religious values without becoming a sermon.Spiritual Ceremony
A blend of religious, philosophical, or literary content. May feature readings from writers such as Kahlil Gibran, Shakespeare, or Rumi.Interfaith Ceremony
Perfect for couples from different faith backgrounds. Combines meaningful rituals and traditions from both sides.Same-Sex Civil Unions / Partnerships
Why Knot is fully licensed by the Department of Home Affairs to officiate civil unions for same-sex couples, as well as heterosexual couples who prefer a civil partnership format.
Professionalism You Can Trust
Fully registered marriage officers
Signing of the marriage register included
Clear communication and attention to legal and personal detail
Available for ceremonies across South Africa and abroad
Additional Services
Christenings – Personalised and family-friendly ceremonies to welcome a new life into the world.
Whether you’re envisioning a formal religious service, a relaxed garden ceremony, or a one-of-a-kind interfaith celebration, Why Knot will ensure that the heart of your wedding day is truly unforgettable.
Get in touch with Andred and Alison Hayward to begin designing your perfect ceremony.
Google Reviews
Sarah Crombie
Highly recommend Alison and Why Knot
Phoebe Dunklin
I can't recommend Alison and Andred highly enough. They were incredibly supportive throughout, helping us to understand the immigration interview process (I'm not South African) and on the day of our marriage. We didn't know what we wanted the day to look like, except that we just wanted a very low key, intimate day. Andred arrived with a reading that made everyone think that he'd known us for years and it was absolutely perfect, he'd completely understood our intention for the ceremony. It was a beautiful day made even better by Alison and Andred, thank you both
Margot Van Den Bergh
We cannot recommend Andred highly enough! When an unexpected medical emergency meant we couldn’t have our wedding as planned, he went above and beyond—showing up the next day to officiate our impromptu ceremony with the same warmth, enthusiasm, and professionalism as if everything had gone according to plan. The ceremony itself was absolutely beautiful, a perfect reflection of who we are as a couple. Andred struck the perfect balance between heartfelt and humorous, making it deeply personal, meaningful, and engaging for us and our guests. His words carried depth, originality, and sincerity, making us laugh, tear up, and feel entirely present in the moment. Despite the last-minute change, he handled everything with such grace and ease, ensuring that we still had the wedding we had dreamed of—just in a different way. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares, listens, and crafts a ceremony that feels uniquely yours, Andred is the one. We will forever be grateful to him for making our day so special.
Lisa Lawrence
Alison came highly recommended to us by close friends, and we are so pleased that we chose her to officiate our wedding ceremony! She was communicative throughout the entire process and so helpful, offering suggestions and guidance every step of the way. The ceremony was exactly what we were hoping for, and her presence had such a calming effect on us on the day. 10/10 recommend!
Aarthi Sewpersad
The WhyKnot team were great in being there to register our marriage and assist us with the process. Great service.
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