Love. That’s what really matters. Love, and the people we share it with. The last few years have reminded us of this, with great clarity.
In 2019, I trained as an Independent Civil Celebrant and for the last few years I’ve had the privilege of working with Love, and real life Love Stories. I honour families by creating the important rituals and ceremonies that mark all of our lives.
When you think of a Celebrant led service, your first thought might be for a Wedding or Funeral; but we also offer Handfasting, Vow Renewal, Baby Naming and Adoption Ceremonies.
These occasions are full of significance, often at tender times in life, full of deep emotion. I choose to work mostly with Funerals and Celebrations Of Life, and take great care of each family I work with, bringing professional integrity, warmth and humanity. The Ceremonies are all about love; and treasuring the connections with those who mean the most to us.
I’m here to reassure and guide you through the process with confidence and grace. The service is yours, so I’ll spend as much time as you need, listening to everything that’s important to you, before writing a Ceremony that is unique and personal.
I work in the Midlands, mainly Birmingham & Leicester, but happy to travel by arrangement. To find out more, please contact me to arrange an initial chat, with no obligation.
“Charlie, I couldn’t find the words yesterday to tell you what a phenomenal job you did. The service was such a wonderful testament to Mum and flowed beautifully – thanks to you. You really have a special and rare gift.” B.P.
My Celebrant work combines my professionally honed communication and presentation skills from a 25 year career in Radio, with the writing experience as a former Birmingham Poet Laureate. I create bespoke services to cherish. As an Ambassador for the Prince’s Trust, I’ve loved hosting events that shine a light on how amazing all human beings can be.
I also run Mindfulness & Writing sessions for wellbeing; customised for businesses, community groups & individuals. Developing these sessions combines Mindfulness techniques with creativity, warmth and humour.
Sessions run regularly online, with participants from around the world. Sometimes I run them in person, with tea and biscuits. Both are conducive to creativity!
I provide toolkits of simple 3 minute practices that work in the real world, with no need to sit cross legged on a mountain top for weeks.
You’ll hear me doing some radio work for fun, preferably covering shows without 4am alarm calls. When not working, you’ll find me in the garden, often curled up with a stack of books or busy with the latest kitchen adventure… slow cooker raspberry brownies being the current favourite.
To find out more about Celebrant Services or Mindfulness sessions, please contact here to arrange an initial chat, with no obligation.
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