Martyn Douglas - Celebrant

10/02/2026

Our next grief cafe will be this Sunday 15th February from 10am -12pm at Southampton Crematorium. All welcome to join us for tea/coffee and pastries with optional crafting. Pop in for a friendly chat with the team ☕️

10/02/2026

Date for your diary - all welcome to our Mother's Day remembrance service. All enquiries please call 02380 766405. 🌸

18/10/2025

The recent wedding of Amanda and Steve…

26/09/2025

Baby Loss Awareness Week 2025 is two weeks away - here is a list of events taking place locally this year.

Whether you want to attend events and get stuck in with raising awareness or would rather let the week pass quietly, we are here for you - only a message away 💜🧡

Sands - baby loss charity
UHS Maternity & Neonatal Service
Wi******er Cathedral
Southampton Crematorium & Cemeteries

26/09/2025

20/09/2025

Today I had the pleasure of officiating at the marriage of Amanda Lavene and Stephen. It was a wonderful occasion with their families and friends. Amanda works at the New Forest Crematorium.

13/08/2025

Amazing how you get around doing this work! Tuesday started at St. Mary’s Extra Cemetery, Southampton, then down to Portchester Crematorium, and finally over to the New Forest Crematorium at New Milton. It’s a privilege to be able to help lovely families through difficult times with the passing of loved ones.

30/04/2025

Beautiful blue skies today. ☀️

There is lots of road works going on locally, so if you’re heading our way make sure to leave extra time to allow for traffic.

27/04/2025

We recently presented a cheque for £6250 to Matthew Stone, Leader of Sholing Salvation Army, from money raised through our Recycling of Metals Scheme.
Matthew expressed his gratitude “We are deeply thankful for this generous donation and the recognition from the Bereavement Services Team. This support will enable us to continue our mission of listening to the community and responding with practical help where it is needed most. Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of those who are struggling.
For over a century, The Salvation Army has been a key stakeholder in the community, offering a wide range of services to support individuals and families facing hardship. From food provision and emergency assistance to emotional support and community activities, the church remains committed to addressing the evolving needs of the area. Its work is driven by a simple yet powerful mission: to bring hope, dignity, and practical solutions to those who need it most. “
For more information about The Salvation Army in Southampton Sholing and its community work, visit https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/southampton-sholing