Ariel in Blue
Humanist funeral celebrant in North Wales
Thinking about your own funeral might not come easily. Planning it ahead is one of the most thoughtful things you can do, for yourself and for the people you love.
Talk to me about planningWhen you plan your funeral ahead, you take the emotional and practical weight off the people you love. Instead of second-guessing what you might have wanted, they can focus on celebrating your life.
It's a chance to create something deeply personal: a ceremony that reflects your life, your values and your personality. Importantly, it gives you full control of what is and isn't included within your celebration of life.
You get to make choices that are important to you. Maybe you'd like people to wear a certain colour, maybe you have thoughts about flowers, or maybe you'd like to write a few words to be shared on the day. Everything is up to you.
Bev planned her whole ceremony
“Kate captured the cheeriness and warmth which Bev wanted for her funeral, and the service which she delivered was the perfect tribute to her.”
Mike, Bev's partner
There are two ways to create your pre-planned funeral with me. Get in touch for current prices.
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Option 1
We meet, in person or online, to talk through your wishes, your story, and the tone you'd like for your ceremony.
You'll receive a written record of your plan by email, which can also be shared with your funeral director, if you've appointed one.
Cost: £100 + Travel
Ariel in Blue
Option 2
We meet, in person or online, to talk through your wishes and your story in more detail. I then write a draft ceremony script, tailored to your life and personality.
You'll have the chance to make edits or additions, and you'll receive a final digital copy to keep.
Cost: £200 + Travel
Working with me
Here's how it goes, from your first message to your finished plan.
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We talk things through and work out which option suits you best.
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You tell me your wishes, your story and the tone you'd like.
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I prepare your written plan or your ceremony script, depending on the option you've chosen.
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If changes are needed in the future, I charge an hourly rate for those.
Something to keep in mind
So leave space in your planning for your loved ones to have the things they need from your funeral too.
Nigel planned ahead
“My husband contacted Kate after she was recommended to him, he had a terminal illness and wanted to plan ahead, he met with Kate a few times to share his life story with her.
Unfortunately sooner than we had hoped we needed Kate to tell his story at his funeral. It really showed that Kate had taken great care and empathy when writing and sharing it.
Thankyou Kate for making such a difficult time that little bit easier.”
Lynne, Nigel's wife
To get started on planning your own funeral, get in touch. We'll go at whatever pace feels right.
