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Celebrations of Life

A celebration of life after a direct cremation

A direct cremation takes care of the practical part simply and quietly. It doesn't mean there's no goodbye. When you're ready, whether that's weeks or months later, I can help you bring people together and remember them properly.

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What is a direct cremation?

A direct cremation is a cremation without a service beforehand. No one attends, and the ashes are returned to the family afterwards. More and more families choose it because it is simpler, less costly, and takes away the pressure of arranging a funeral in the first raw days. It also leaves you free to plan a farewell in your own way and your own time.

How I can help

In your own time.

There's no deadline. We can meet when you're ready and plan a gathering for a date that suits everyone, even months away.

Wherever feels right.

At home, in a garden, at a favourite pub, a village hall, a woodland or a beach. With or without the ashes present.

Written from scratch.

I listen to your stories, then write a ceremony that truly sounds like the person you're remembering. On the day, I lead it calmly so you can be present.

Ideas families often include

  • Stories and memories from family and friends
  • Favourite music, live or recorded
  • A reading or poem chosen by the family
  • A moment of reflection
  • Scattering, burying or sharing out the ashes
  • Raising a glass together at the end.

How it works

  1. 01

    Start a conversation

    call, WhatsApp or message me. There's no obligation.

  2. 02

    We meet

    an unhurried chat, in person or by video, about the person and what you'd like.

  3. 03

    I write the ceremony

    you see a full draft and can change anything.

  4. 04

    The day itself

    I arrive early, settle everyone and lead the ceremony.

Cost

Celebrations of life start from £300. That covers our conversations, writing the ceremony, revisions and leading it on the day. I'll always be clear about the cost before you commit.

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Questions families ask

How long after a direct cremation can we hold a celebration of life?

Whenever you're ready. Some families gather within a few weeks; others wait months so more people can travel, or to mark a birthday or anniversary.

Do the ashes need to be there?

Not at all. Many families like to have them present or include a scattering, but it's entirely your choice.

Is it religious?

My ceremonies are personal rather than religious. If you'd like to include a prayer or hymn for family members of faith, we can.

Do I need a funeral director?

Not for the celebration of life itself. You can arrange it directly with me.

Where do you cover?

I'm based in Royal Leamington Spa and work across Warwickshire, Coventry, the Midlands and the North Cotswolds.

When you're ready, I'm here

Tell me a little about the person and what you're hoping for. I answer every enquiry myself.

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