Celebration of Life
A celebration of life is about remembering someone the way they lived: with their favourite music, their photos, their friends, and plenty of stories, some of them funny. It's often more relaxed than a traditional funeral, and it can be held almost anywhere: a hotel, a golf club, a pub, a village hall, a marquee in the garden, or somewhere that meant something to them.
More families now choose a simple direct cremation and then hold a celebration of life later, when everyone can get there. That gives you time to plan something really personal, and it's where I can help.
I'm Darren, and since 2017 I've helped over 2,500 families with funerals, memorials and celebrations of life. I make sure everyone can see, hear and be part of the day:
- Large TV screens for a photo slideshow or tribute video, including a super-bright screen for outdoors and marquees
- Speakers and microphones for speeches, stories and their favourite music
- Tribute videos made from your photos and music
- Live streaming so friends and family who can't travel can watch from anywhere
- Filming and photography so you have the day to keep
Just text me the date, the venue and what you have in mind, and I'll come back to you, usually within minutes.
Celebration of Life Live Streaming
Celebration of life: your questions answered
What is a celebration of life?
A celebration of life is a gathering to remember someone and celebrate who they were. It's usually more relaxed and personal than a traditional funeral, with music, photos, stories and often food and drink. It can be held instead of a funeral, or later on, after a private funeral or a direct cremation.
Where can we hold a celebration of life?
Almost anywhere: a hotel, golf club, pub, village hall, community centre, garden marquee or the family home. I bring everything needed, including screens, speakers and my own internet, so the venue doesn't need any equipment of its own.
Can we show a slideshow or tribute video?
Yes. I can make a tribute video from your photos and their favourite music, and supply large screens to show it, including a super-bright screen that works outdoors or in a marquee.
Can we have music and speeches?
Yes. I supply speakers and microphones, so their favourite songs sound great and every speech and story can be heard, even in a big room or outdoors. Handheld wireless microphones make it easy for people to share memories.
Can a celebration of life be live streamed?
Yes. I can live stream it so friends and family who can't travel can watch from anywhere in the world. The recording stays online for 12 months, so people can watch again later.
Can we have a celebration of life after a direct cremation?
Yes, and it's becoming very common. With a direct cremation there's no service on the day, so many families hold a celebration of life a few weeks or months later, when everyone can be there. The ashes can be present if you'd like.
How much does it cost?
It depends on what you need. Live streaming starts from £595, and screens, speakers, tribute videos, filming and photography can be added. Text me the date, venue and what you'd like, and I'll send one clear quote for everything.
How do I book?
Text or call Darren on 07766 754944 with the date, the venue and what you have in mind. I usually reply within minutes.