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24/04/2026
š» FRIDAY FEEDBACK š»
Finishing my week on a high with this lovely review from Ruth of my Get Mortal funeral planning workshop earlier this month.
Thatās EXACTLY what I wanted to do, to make a space where people could feel comfortable asking questions and exploring how their funeral can be, and what a creative farewell can look like.
My next event - which is going to be held online - is coming up on Saturday 11th of July. Ticket booking info coming next week, so save this post as a reminder!
22/04/2026
Championing natural burial has always been a big part of who I am as a funeral celebrant šæ
This Earth Day, thinking about the environmental impact of farewells, feels even more important š
With carbon emissions from other methods, like flame cremation, producing over 400 kilograms of CO2 (and yes, thatās per cremation), itās clear that the way we look after our dead needs to change.
Natural burial can significantly reduce carbon emissions. There are all sorts of factors that can make a difference to the environmental impact of saying goodbye, like how the grave is dug (by hand or by machinery) or what kind of coffin you choose.
At the same time, we have to think carefully about land use - thatās the one thing thatās changed how I think about what I want for myself - and also the emergence of new technologies such as human composting (terramation) and water cremation (aquamation).
And thereās no getting away from it - cremation, especially direct cremations, can be cheaper, which is often an important consideration for lots of people š¤
What kind of a goodbye would you want for yourself, and how important are environmental considerations in your choice?
18/04/2026
Missed out on Aprilās Get Mortal workshop?
Then this is for you! Two more dates coming up over the summer āļøš
Not in Cambridge? Not a problem!
After a lot of people asked last time, Iāll be running an online workshop to make it open to more people.
Booking information coming very soon, but drop me a message if youāve got any questions, or to register your interest. And donāt forget to save this post as a reminder to book your place, and share with your friends š²
Plan your ideal farewell with all of the joy and creativityā¦ and none of the fear. Funeral planning the way it should be.
18/04/2026
This time last week I was setting up for my first Get Mortal funeral planning party.
What. A. Morning.
Some amazing conversations around choice and creativity in funeral and end of life planning. Thank you so much to everyone who came along and brought their curiosity, their open minds and their imaginations.
Hereās a few of the things that came upā¦
šæ Shock at the complete lack of regulation of the funeral sector
šæ Carbon emissions from cremation, but also concern about land use in burials
šæ A lot of love for the idea of shrouding, especially using heirloom fabrics (big shout out to the family picnic blanket!)
I think MY main takeaway from the day is how few people realise the choices that are open to themā¦ and how important events like this are to make as many people as possible aware of what farewells can (and should) be š§”š
Huge thanks to for the brilliantly designed materials āØ
Look out for details of the next event, coming up this summer! š
17/04/2026
Aās funeral today really got me thinkingā¦
Her grandsons shared some really beautiful memories of what it was like visiting her as small children.
The sound of the kettle boiling, always there in the background. The smell of the minted potatoes, freshly Doug from the garden, that she used to cook for lunch. The feel of her hands. The taste of lemon squash.
These sensory memories are so important to how we grieve someone, and how we say goodbye.
When I spoke at my grandmaās funeral, I talked about the smell of the pantry under the stairs in her London home.
Only us, her grandchildren, would remember thatā¦ but it is such a powerful memory, a shorthand and shared secret code for all those years of warmth, security, comfort, and love.
What sensory memories have stayed with you?
05/04/2026
Why are we still so reluctant to talk about death, dying and what we want to happen at the end of our lives?
Funerals donāt have to follow the same old formula. We donāt have to do things a certain way just because thatās the way itās always been done.
Funerals can be so much more than that.
Creative. Joyful. Colourful š
After all, thatās how we live our lives, so letās make it part of how we celebrate those lives too.
Swipe to see some of the most creative ceremonies from my seven years as a funeral celebrant. The ones that stuck with me. The ones that changed the way I think about celebrating life.
Because creativity matters š»š§”
04/04/2026
Your life is colourful, your farewell can be too š»š
Only one week to go! Come and Get Mortal with me on Saturday 11th April! Itās funeral planning with a difference, in a supportive group setting where we explore your funeral wishes using specially designed resources from
No pressure, no gloom - just curiosity, conversation and community (oh, and cake!)
Tickets are Ā£20 but donāt forget, this session is open to all so there are two fully funded spots available for those on lower incomes.
Here are a few things you need to know about what to do when someone dies, and things you might want to consider when youāre organising a funeralā¦
It can be so bewildering when youāre feeling rushed left, right and centre into making decisions.
Take your time, breathe, and think about what is most important to you, what you need to process your grief, and what will help you honour the life of the person you love š§”š
The stars were out for Mackenzieās naming today, as friends and family gathered to celebrate him at the village hall in Watlington š
A beautiful ceremony that recognised and included the faiths and cultures of each of his five guide parents.
Mum Lauren and dad Rob chose a humanist naming as the best way of bringing all those elements together, as well as emphasising their own deeply held values of community and care.
Just a lovely, relaxed morning as the kids pottered about enjoying the ball pit and colouring table (pro tip - if youāre organising a naming and there will be small children there, this will be a life saver) šļø
And I love the middle names Rob and Lauren chose for their son - Altair for the brightest star in the Aquila galaxy, and nova meaning ānew starā.
Beautiful cake by .ely
Heading back to Cambridge now with a full heart and one of those lovely cupcakes in my bag.
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I strongly believe that we should all have access to the type of funeral we want. With around 40% of the UK population now describing themselves as non-religious, choice is becoming increasingly important.
Trained by Humanists UK, I work closely with friends and family of the person who has died to create personalised ceremonies that help the bereaved to say goodbye but also celebrate the life that has been. Your funeral, your way.
Eight years ago my father died very suddenly and my sisters and I found ourselves arranging his funeral. A bit lost as to what to do for the best, one thing we were sure of was that we wanted a non-religious funeral, one that reflected his love of music and his personality. We found a humanist celebrant, and knew straightaway that it was the right fit for us.
My background is in community work, particularly anti-poverty charities, teaching, research and working in end of life care. I am also a member of Humanists UK Pastoral Support Network (think non-religious hospital and prison chaplaincy) and am currently training as a volunteer with Addenbrookes Hospital.
I am based in Cambridge but work across East Anglia. Please take a look around the site for more information on the services I provide, and do get in touch if you have any questions.
