What Happens Next

Firstly, when you get in touch we will have an initial phone call, this usually takes 10–15 minutes.

During this call I'll ask a number of questions about your loved one, your family, and what you would like out of the service. Of course, you can ask me to help you understand anything you're not sure about. During this call we also need to make sure some of the practicalities are covered — for example whether our timings can work together and to make sure you're happy with the fee I charge.

Next, usually the same day, I will send you by email some more information to read. If, after reflecting, you feel I'm the right person to help celebrate your loved one's life, simply let me know and we'll arrange a time to meet.

There's absolutely no pressure or obligation — I want you to feel completely comfortable that you've found the right celebrant for your family.

If you're happy to move forward with me as your chosen celebrant, then next we will have a meeting, ideally face to face or via video call if it's not practical to meet in person.

Once we've arranged our planning meeting, I'll reserve time exclusively for your family and begin preparing your ceremony. If you decide to cancel after our meeting, I may charge a fee to cover work already completed.

During our meeting I will capture the stories and detail about your loved one that you would like me to speak about at the ceremony. I record our meeting using an app on my phone, so that I can give you 100% of my attention. The recording of our conversation is deleted after the ceremony, but can be shared with you if you wish.

Next I will conduct the ceremony, and provide you with a keepsake copy afterwards.

I can also offer some guidance about music or other elements of the ceremony that you may like to think about to give you and your wider family and friends a special experience when farewelling your loved one.

Throughout the process I will liaise with the funeral director to make sure everything runs smoothly on the day.