ABOUT ME

I'm Cate, I'm an independent funeral celebrant, working mostly in my local area around Church Stretton but happy to work away from Shropshire. I have also led a few wonderful weddings and would be available for naming ceremonies.

I've lived and worked in South Shropshire since 1996. My husband and I brought up our three daughters in All Stretton, in the heart of the Shropshire hills and we enjoy walking or running up on the beautiful Long Mynd.

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I love being part of our village community; I help run Flicks in the Sticks and live theatre events in our hall, was a local Homestart volunteer and work as a bereavement volunteer for Cruse in the Shropshire area.

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I’ve worked closely with families in my role as Teacher of the Deaf, listening, supporting and providing bespoke care in the home and in schools.

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I am personable and caring, with time to listen, with an open and supportive approach, with an interest in beautiful writing, music and literature.

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As a celebrant, I recognise the value and lasting effect of a bespoke and meaningful ceremony. As your celebrant, it would be a privilege to work alongside you at this transitional and emotional time, to create the best possible funeral ceremony for your relative.

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If you'd like to learn more about what I can offer, or just chat over a coffee about your own thoughts or plans, do be in touch

B.A.Hons (Durham) English Lit

CertEd Deaf (Manchester Uni)

Funeral Celebrant Diploma level 3 RCF