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As a Civil Funeral Celebrant I believe that a funeral ceremony should reflect the person who has died. I will create and deliver a unique ceremony for you

10/09/2025

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆

Since 2003, September 10th has been marked around the world to raise awareness, encourage action, and show commitment to preventing su***de.

For those who are struggling, it’s a reminder that you are not alone. For those supporting loved ones, it’s a chance to listen, reach out, and keep the conversation open.

It’s important that we talk, share, and create spaces where people feel heard and supported, and to remember that even the smallest act of kindness or connection can make a difference.

If you need support, please reach out:

📞 Samaritans call free on 116 123. Available 24/7
💻 samaritans.org

10/09/2025

𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁

When it’s time to say goodbye to someone special, the farewell should reflect them — not feel rushed, impersonal, or like a routine service.

As a celebrant, I work alongside families to shape ceremonies that are authentic and meaningful. For some, that means quiet reflection. For others, it’s music, laughter, storytelling, or simply something warm and heartfelt without religious formality.

💜 A goodbye shaped around their life and values
💜 Guidance with words, music, and structure
💜 Gentle support every step of the way

Together, we create a ceremony that honours their story and gives you the space to remember them in your own way.

09/09/2025

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗧𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗳 𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗔 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹

Direct funerals can seem like a simple, low-cost alternative. But families often don’t realise the hidden impact:

🔹Loved ones may feel they missed out on their chance to say goodbye.
🔹No service means no space to come together, remember, or share stories.
🔹Grief can be harder when there’s no ceremony to provide support and comfort.

A funeral isn’t just about logistics, it’s about love, memories, and connection. A celebrant-led ceremony ensures that every life is honoured, every story is told, and every family has the chance to gather, grieve, and celebrate.

04/09/2025

𝗦𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗯𝘆𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝘁

Our pets are family, and when the time comes to say farewell, it’s only natural to want to honour the unconditional love they’ve given us.

As a celebrant, I can create a gentle, heartfelt ceremony that reflects the special bond you shared, whether that’s a quiet moment at home, in a favourite place, or surrounded by loved ones.

I'm here when the time comes to say goodbye to beloved pet.

02/09/2025

𝗚𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀

For some, the heartbreak of losing a loved one can even affect the heart physically, a condition known as Broken Heart Syndrome (Takotsubo Syndrome).

It mimics a heart attack, leaving the heart muscle weakened. Around 5,000 people in the UK are diagnosed each year, and sadly, many more go undiagnosed. It’s why we often hear of someone passing not long after their beloved spouse.

But there is hope. A new study from the University of Aberdeen has shown that healing the heart, both physically and emotionally, is possible. Regular exercise and counselling, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, can strengthen recovery, improve wellbeing, and help carry us through even the greatest sadness.

It’s a gentle reminder that while grief changes us forever, there are ways to nurture our bodies and minds as we learn to live with loss.

Be kind to yourself. Healing takes time, and you don’t have to walk the journey alone.

01/09/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗜𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿

September marks the gentle shift from summer to autumn, a season of change, letting go, and embracing what comes next.

Much like the turning of the seasons, funerals and celebrations of life give us space to acknowledge endings while holding onto treasured memories. They remind us that every chapter, however brief, has beauty and meaning.

29/08/2025

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗜𝘀 𝗔 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆

A funeral or celebration of life is not only about saying goodbye, it’s about remembering the laughter, love, and moments that made someone who they were.

From cherished memories to remarkable milestones, each life has its own story worth sharing. My role is to help you shape a ceremony that reflects that legacy with warmth, authenticity, and heart.

28/08/2025

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗦𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗯𝘆𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀

When someone we love dies, we don’t just lose them, we lose the chance to share their story, to say goodbye together, and to find comfort in one another.

Direct funerals, or 'no service' funerals, can feel like the simplest option at a difficult time. But many families later realise that, without a ceremony, they’ve missed the opportunity to gather, reflect, and honour a life in a way that brings healing.

A farewell doesn’t need to be grand or formal, it simply needs to feel right. A personalised ceremony creates space for love, memories, and gentle goodbyes that support those left behind.

21/08/2025

Love leaves a legacy. Those we cherish never truly leave us, they live on in our hearts and memories.

20/08/2025

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻’𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿-𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹.

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A Celebrant led service is completely tailored and aimed to give thanks for the life of your loved one, in absolutely any way you want.

The Choice of a Celebrant or a Minister isn’t always between a “non- religious or religious” funeral service.

There are generally two types of Funeral Celebrant – Civil/Independent Celebrants or Humanist Celebrants.

A Civil Celebrant funeral can be either religious or non-religious based. You can choose to have religious readings, prayers, hymns, rituals and blessings if you wish, and in general the funeral cannot take place in consecrated buildings such as a church (without special permission).

A Humanist funeral on the other hand will have no religious content at all.

A Minister-led funeral tends to follow a more structured approach and focuses on scripture, rites, prayers and bible readings.

I am a Civil Celebrant who will also undertake Humanist services.

Remember, there are no rules. They were your person and it is your chance to say farewell.

19/08/2025

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆

Today we think about the heroes of humanity, the humanitarian workers around the globe who dedicate their lives to helping others in times of conflict, disaster, and crisis.

It’s also a time to remember those who lost their lives while helping others, brave souls who put compassion before comfort, and others before themselves.

13/08/2025

A naming ceremony is a beautiful, meaningful way to celebrate a new life, whether it’s welcoming a baby or embracing a blended family.

Unlike traditional christenings, naming ceremonies are non-religious and completely personal. Together, we create a ceremony that reflects your values, your hopes, and your unique story.

It’s all about love, belonging, and making beautiful memories with the people who matter the most.

Thinking about planning a naming ceremony? I’d love to help you bring it to life.

📩 Get in touch to find out more.

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