Martin Clay Funeral Celebrant

17/04/2026

🌿 Celebrating a Life Well Lived 🌿

So much today has become the “least costly” and “no fuss” option…
But saying goodbye to someone special deserves more than that.

Death is our final rite of passage — a moment that deserves to be marked with care, meaning, and respect.

We can take the time to truly honour the passing of a loved one — to reflect, to remember, and to celebrate a life in a way that feels right.

As an Independent Celebrant, Martin Clay creates ceremonies that are personal, thoughtful, and filled with compassion. No rush, no templates — just a genuine tribute to a life well lived.

🌿 A choice to celebrate a life, not just mark a passing
🌿 Thoughtful, personal and created with love
🌿 Time to remember in a way that truly matters

Because every life deserves to be remembered with dignity, warmth, and meaning.

If this isn’t something you need right now, please feel free to keep my details until you do.

When the time is right, I’m here to help create something truly meaningful.

📞 07554 153500
📧 martinclaycivilcelebrant@gmail.com

Please feel free to pass my details to your funeral director if you feel inspired to choose me.
Feel free to contact me if you wish to enquire further.

14/04/2026

✨ Celebrating a Life, Telling Your Story ✨

At life’s most important moments, every story deserves to be told…

Martin Clay – Independent Funeral Celebrant offers Celebrations of Life that are inspiring, memorable, and deeply personal.

Because a life is more than dates — it’s experiences, memories, laughter, love… your story.

A ceremony that truly reflects who you are, or the life of someone you love, allows that story to be shared with the world in a meaningful and lasting way.

Thoughtfully written. Personally delivered. Never the same twice.

📞 Please contact 07554 153500

Let your story be heard 💛

05/04/2026

Just in case…Everyone, stay safe. Big day tomorrow. It’s official. Signed at 6:00am. It was even on TV. Mine really turned blue. Don't forget that tomorrow marks the start of the new Facebook rule (also known as Meta), which allows them to use your photos. Don't forget the deadline is today!!!
According to the show 60 Minutes:
Just in case you missed it: a lawyer advised us to post this. The violation of privacy can be punished by law. NOTE: Facebook Meta is now a public entity. Every member must post a note like this. If you do not publish a statement at least once, it will be technically understood that you are allowing the use of your photos, as well as the information contained in your profile status updates.
I HEREBY DECLARE THAT I DO NOT GIVE MY PERMISSION FOR FACEBOOK OR META TO USE ANY OF MY PERSONAL DATA.
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06/01/2024

So here we are in 2024. My apologies for having been out of circulation for the last few months due to some health issues. Indeed these may continue for a couple more months.

From the end of February I will be offering a number of in person courses for people who want to ensure their house is in order before they die. These courses run over a period of 7 weeks and look at all aspects of what needs to be put in order for those who will need to follow our final wishes. Paradoxically as we focus on our death, living becomes more vital. We will all die it is an inevitable part of life. (Nobody gets out alive) As Steve Jobs said, "Live every day as if it's your last. One day you will be right" my courses are opportunity's to work with a small group of people who will be mutually supportive and hold each other to getting the job done. Please contact me if you are interested.

Again from the end of February, I will be available to act as Celebrant for people who are dying or for bereaved families to celebrate the life of the person concerned. Every Ceremony is unique and tailored to the life, character and personality of the person who has died. If you wish to know more please contact me.

Here is a fascinating video which I find truly inspiring. I hope you do too

Martin

06/01/2024

Happy New year to everyone, lets trust that the year is kind to all. God knows its needed right now.

I've been out of circulation a bit due to some health issues and indeed this may continue for a couple more months. However from the end of February I will be running a number of courses designed to support people to put their affairs in order before they die. Paradoxically, as we focus on the inevitability of our death (None of us get out alive) the quality of our life becomes even more important. As Steve Jobs said "Live every day as if it's your last, one day you'll be right. If your interested please contact me.

From the end of February I will again be available to act as Celebrant for those wishing to celebrate a life well lived. Each ceremony is unique and reflects the life and personality of the person who has died.

Watch this space...........................or get in touch........................

12/09/2022

03/09/2022

Good morning, with autumn on us and the gradual end of summer, the natural nature of death is upon us. Beginnings and ending of seasons are reflected in the natural nature of our lives. All things pass. Below is a well written and powerful article about Death Midwifery. Death still conjures up apprehension and fear but do have a read. It’s powerfull.

Please visit my website if you feel I can help in any way for the preparation for or the transition of a loved one or if you think I can help you in your own preparation.

Thank you for reading

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23/06/2022

This is a book written by my nephew Isaac Lenkiewicz. Son of the famous plymouth based artist Robert Lenkiewicz, he is an artist and teller of stories in his own right. His book will be a welcome present for children of all ages 7 -99

Alcatoe, the one witch of Plum Woods, is always ready to use her mischief and misguided magic. When the village decides to hold a vegetable growing contest, the children are set to compete against the grumpiest old man in all of Plum Woods. They enlist Alcatoe’s help, and beg for a spell to grow the biggest turnip. But a lot can go wrong even with a perfectly simple turnip-enlarging spell...like growing a few arms and legs.

Will Alcatoe manage spoil the entire harvest festival, even if it means the Turnip Child gets turned into a casserole? Disaster, chaos and magical fun ensue in this laugh-out-loud comic perfect for middle-grade readers.

Alcatoe and the Turnip Child by is out this August in the UK, and October in the US & Canada! Shop now at flyingeyebooks.com (UK & Europe), penguinrandomhouse.com (US & Canada) or at your local bookshop 📚

Committed to publishing great books, connecting readers and authors globally, and spreading the love of reading.

22/06/2022

Hi good morning on this beautiful sunny June day. How lovely it is, feels like it could last forever. But…….as the photo says, everything can change in an instant. death can come instantly either through tragedy or gradual decline. Are you prepared? Is your house in order? Have you made your peace? Contact me or visit my website below to see the support I can provide to help you plan for your final transition. Have a great day.

www.martinclaycelebrant.co.uk

16/06/2022

Apologies for not posting for a while. Life (and death) has been very busy. If I can help in any way please contact me via my website www.martinclaycelebrant.co.uk or by phone 07554153500

Meanwhile I love this quote

17/01/2022

This is quite thought provoking.

Hi Martin, This week marks a sombre milestone, as we reach 100,000 additional people who have died in their own home across the UK since the start of the pandemic, compared to long term rates. That means more than 1,000 excess deaths at home each week since March 2020. And next to nothing is known ...

09/01/2022

Please, if you are someone who has had a loved one die recently and you need the services of a professional, experienced and qualified Funeral Celebrant, I can help.

Please contact me if I can be of service. I can help you prepare a Celebration of Life for your loved one which will tell tell the story of their life in a personal, meaningful and inspiring way. Please see my website for more details. You can contact me there or by using the contact details here on my page.

www.martinclaycelebrant.co.uk

Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.