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    Claire Bradford, a celebrant in Worthing, talks about being a celebrant with Emily Jeffery of BBC Sussex
    Sunday morning thoughts on the radio
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    Anna and Guy’s Happy, Happy Summer Solstice Handfasting
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    Kerry and Ben’s Romantic Cornfield Wedding
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    Meghan and Robin’s Forevering Festival in a Field
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    Cissbury wedding venue near Worthing West Sussex
    Looking for a grand yet quirky wedding venue near Worthing? Cissbury could be the place for you…
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    Leap Year Proposals – this year’s your chance!
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    Bubbles, glitter and the Batmobile… a naming ceremony for Max
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    The Art of Ritual Conference, Brighton, December 2015
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    Once again Claire a very big thank you for helping us get through a difficult day. So many people described the service as the most moving they had ever been to.

    David

    Thank you so much for all your hard work to help make M’s funeral so memorable. Everyone agreed it was perfect for her and she was really captured so true to how she was. She would most certainly have approved.

    Maureen

    I decided today was the day to open the envelope and re-read the beautiful words you wrote for Dad’s funeral and I just wanted to say thank you once again for doing such a good job of capturing the very … Read More

    Michelle

    The biggest of thank yous for all your hard work on our wedding! We had the best day and our ceremony was completely lovely which is all thanks to your thoughtful and beautiful crafts-woman-ship!

    Kathryn and Guy

    Before dad’s funeral my husband wasn’t convinced by my choice of a non religious ceremony, he felt it was disrespectful or lacking somehow. As it is he was so moved he has decided that he wants a celebrant rather than … Read More

    Julie

    Thank you so much for leading  such a wonderful service and for all your kindness and support. We couldn’t have wished for it to go any better and I’m sure B would have been very happy and proud. You certainly … Read More

    Marion

    Thank you doesn’t express how much we appreciated your hard work, thoughtfulness and professionalism in crafting and conducting the most beautiful wedding ceremony we could have ever wished for. We had a wonderful time and have received so many lovely … Read More

    Louise and Mick

    We both wanted to thank you for making our day extra special. The preparation and attention to detail particularly pleased us. Though this was a serious occasion you managed to make it not only joyous but also fun. The rehearsals … Read More

    Tracy and Martin

    Thank you for such a professional and sensitive job you did in preparing for and delivering your role at my mother’s funeral on Monday. Almost every person at the service remarked on how heartfelt your words were. I completely agree … Read More

    Rich

    Claire conducted our magical day. From meeting her to saying our beautiful scripted vows she was amazing. From start to finish. Her personality and love of her job is inspiring, the way she understands each person from just a few … Read More

    Timmy and Natalie

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    🌻 Saying goodbye without breaking the bank? It' 🌻 Saying goodbye without breaking the bank? It's possible! 🕊️
In today's society, the cost of funerals can be a daunting weight on already burdened shoulders. But here's the silver lining: Celebrating a life doesn't have to come with an exorbitant price tag.
I've delved deep into how to organise a heartfelt, unique, and deeply personal farewell without compromising on quality or essence. Learn about setting a realistic budget, exploring burial vs. cremation, venue options, and more. Plus, there's a list of 7 actionable money-saving ideas to ensure your farewell is both memorable and affordable 🌺🕯️
Before making decisions in haste or under pressure, take a moment to discover how to craft a beautiful send-off that genuinely reflects your loved one's spirit.
🔗 Dive into my latest blog: "Celebrating life on a budget: Money-saving tips for unique funerals" - link in bio 👆
Remember, it's not about how much you spend, but the love and thoughtfulness you pour into it ❤️
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    ☀️ It’s forecast to be super hot this weeken ☀️ It’s forecast to be super hot this weekend which many couples getting married in September might not have bargained for! 
🥵 The last thing you want is for you and your guests to be sweltering or keeling over from the heat. 
🔥 So check out my ‘hot weather wedding’ tips (link in bio) for six cool tips for a chill wedding in the sunshine 🧊 
😎 R & E - we’ve got this! It’s going to be hot in all the best of ways on Saturday!
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    Refilling my cup… back on 16th August xxx Refilling my cup… back on 16th August xxx
    🔊 Sound on to hear today's funeral reading of T 🔊 Sound on to hear today's funeral reading of The Unknown Shore by Elizabeth Clark Hardy.
Could this be the perfect reading for your ceremony? 🧡
Claire x
    👰‍♀️🏋️‍♀️ Dreading that pre-we 👰‍♀️🏋️‍♀️ Dreading that pre-wedding diet plan? Considering skipping a meal for that picture-perfect wedding look? Hold that thought! 🚫🤔
Is it societal pressure making you doubt your worth? Is the fear of not looking 'perfect' dampening your spirit? It's time to rethink and realign your wedding goals! 💖💍
In my latest blog, I take a deep dive into a different kind of 'weight loss' that every nearly-wed should consider before their big day 💑🌟
Before you put yourself through another strenuous workout or guilt-ridden meal, click the link in my bio and discover a refreshing take on 'losing weight' for your wedding. You won't regret it! 🔗👆
PS: Before you comment, make sure you've read the blog! 😉
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    Layers… Last weekend I had the joy of working Layers…
Last weekend I had the joy of working with the gorgeous Lizzie and Ben for the third time (swipe to see pics of all of them).
Their Christmas wedding in 2016 was a delight to be part of (in the first photo I’m laughing with them about something that happened as they walked down the aisle to all their guests singing a carol). Ben’s 9 year old daughter proudly did a reading at the ceremony.
Then, in  May 2018, I conducted a happy naming ceremony for their son – children ran around, the sun was hot and the sky was blue as they layered sand to represent the family and the godparents. And Ben’s daughter read not one but two poems to her baby brother!
And then this year, I was honoured to be asked back again to do their newest daughter’s naming, and she was resplendent in an outfit her Nanny had made for her from her mum’s wedding dress! Sand was poured again so that they both have a jar of colours reminding them how much they are loved. This time it was the son’s turn to read (he’s now 5) and he nailed it!
It's always such an amazing thing to be asked back by a family to be a part of another milestone celebration. And to top it off, this time, Ben grabbed the mic at the end and said a few words about how much it means to them that I give them the words to mark their occasions – and then gave me a beautiful bunch of flowers. 
I might have been a bit totes emosh on the way home…! 🥹🥰
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    Tuesday testimonial 🧡 Swipe to read the rest Tuesday testimonial 🧡 
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[Image description: Testimonial from Anon - What a tender, dignified, vibrant way to honour our special mother!
Thank you so much for your capable hands and calm-voiced guidance. Thank you for allowing me to interfere and for bearing my meddling with such grace. You gave everyone the essence of N with warmth and affection.
We were so impressed with your handling of us all during the event. You have a serenity which helped settle all our nerves, giving us speakers the strength to keep going through the wobbles.
The service did exactly what we hoped it would do - it celebrated N and we sense her approval, somewhere nearby.]
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    A super smiley E and D just after their love-fille A super smiley E and D just after their love-filled wedding at Kimbridge Barn. 
Their boys walked proudly down the aisle along with their young niece who was a nervous yet fabulous flower girl. 
And E’s brother did a fantastic job of reading Louise Cuddon’s ‘I’ll Be There’ (it’s the first poem on my ‘wedding readings’ highlight above, if you want to hear it…)
Congratulations you two 💛💚 
It was great to work with the very lovely @tobyhpphotography for the first time too 📸
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    Fab advice from @simonsinek in my inbox this morni Fab advice from @simonsinek in my inbox this morning 💙
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