Arranging a Ceremony
Fees and Services
As an independent funeral celebrant, I am here solely for you and to make you feel safe and supported in this challenging time.
A time to celebrate a life. A life that was unique, meaningful and precious. A life that deserves to be honoured and remembered in a way that reflects who they were and what they meant to you.
I will work with you to create a ceremony that is personal, respectful and uplifting. A ceremony that celebrates the life of your loved one and helps you say goodbye.
Planning a Meaningful Ceremony for Your Loved One or You
You may have experienced or are anticipating a death. Please take as much time as you need and reach out to me whenever you are ready. Arranging a ceremony for a loved one can be overwhelming and emotionally demanding. There is no rush. Remember you do not have to do everything at once or in any particular order.
When you are ready, we can arrange for me to come to your home or any place you feel safe and comfortable. The visit usually lasts around an hour to an hour and a half. I will talk to you with kindness and empathy while I get to know the person you have lost, their life, their stories, memories and anything else you would like to share. This time with you will help me create a meaningful, authentic and bespoke ceremony for both the person who has died and their family and friends.
You can choose the words for the ceremony. You can use words that you and your loved one used to say. I can also use words that show your beliefs and values, stories and details about your loved one. I can also use stories and jokes if you want and add humour. I can also talk about your wishes and dreams, especially if the ceremony is for a young person.
It is important for me to recognise and respect the person who has died so I encourage you to include those semi-religious, spiritual and symbolic elements you wish to be part of the ceremony which represents their personality, culture, traditions, beliefs, inspirations and rituals.
If you would like me to, I will guide and support your choices including readings, poems, prayers, hymns and music.
After my visit I will email you a draft of the ceremony and you can make any changes you would like.
My Ceremony Fees
You can contact me direct or through a funeral director.
Prices start from - £230 for burial, cremation, celebration of life, memorial, scattering or burial of ashes ceremonies and from £75 for ashes scattering or burial ceremony (if I conduct the funeral ceremony).
I require a 50% deposit on booking and the balance between 1 week and two days before the ceremony depending on the time frame of our first meeting and the date you have been given for the ceremony (if this fits your situation).
If I have been engaged by the funeral director on your behalf then my fee will be included in the overall funeral costs so the above payment information would not apply.
My Services
My service includes:
- A meeting where we can talk about everything you want for the ceremony. I can offer guidance and suggestions if you like.
- Telephone conversations and emails to support the creation of the ceremony.
- A custom-made ceremony that I will send you before the day so we can make it perfect for you.
- The ceremony.
- A copy of the service for you to keep.
- I will talk to you again soon. I will call you a little while after the ceremony and send you a card when one year has passed.
At the meeting, we will:
- Discuss your wishes and preferences for the ceremony.
- Learn about the person who has died, their life story, their personality and any memories you want to share.
- Decide on the music, readings and other details of the ceremony.
I will also:
- Liaise with your Funeral Director.
- Write a ceremony that captures the person who has died.
- Review the ceremony script with you and make any changes you want.
- I will arrive at the venue at least 30 minutes before the ceremony and greet you and your guests.
- I will conduct the ceremony with professionalism and compassion, following the agreed script and any special requests you have made.