Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Funeral Celebrant in Dorset
Steve Richards is a dedicated funeral celebrant serving Corfe Mullen and surrounding areas including Broadstone, Poole, Wimborne, Bournemouth, and West Dorset. With professional training and accreditation from the Fellowship of Professional Celebrants, he specialises in creating personalised ceremonies that reflect individual beliefs and values. Since 2015, Steve has combined his public speaking expertise with compassionate service delivery, offering both religious and non-religious funeral and memorial options. His approach prioritises collaboration with families to craft meaningful tributes, supported by three years' experience as an in-house celebrant at Harbour View Woodland Burial Ground.Steve's commitment to excellence is demonstrated through his attention to detail, provision of service transcripts as keepsakes, and flexible approach to incorporating music, poetry, and personal contributions. He works closely with Funeral Directors while maintaining direct client relationships, ensuring each ceremony meets the unique needs of bereaved families. His fees are transparently included in Funeral Directors' invoices, and he provides clear communication channels through mobile and email contact. Steve's service philosophy combines professional accreditation with personal empathy, evidenced by numerous testimonials praising his ability to create uplifting, memorable ceremonies.
Services
Funeral Services
Memorial Ceremonies
Music Coordination
Hymn Selection
Poetry Readings
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 8+ years of professional celebrant experience since 2015
- Our team provides Fellowship of Professional Celebrants accredited services
- We create fully customised religious or non-religious ceremonies
- Our services include memorial planning and keepsake transcripts
- We serve Dorset with local knowledge of Corfe Mullen and surrounding areas
Associations and certifications
- Fellowship of Professional Celebrants
What people say
Kindness and perseverance
Lovely service
Professional and caring
Unforgettable send-off
Support and kindness
Services
Funeral Services
Personalised funeral services tailored to individual beliefs and preferences. Available as religious or non-religious options with flexible content including hymns, poems, and personal tributes. Conducted with compassion and professionalism across Dorset locations.
Memorial Ceremonies
Custom memorial services helping families create meaningful tributes. Includes venue coordination, music selection, and collaborative planning. Designed to accommodate both small and large gatherings with keepsake transcripts provided.
Music Coordination
Comprehensive music selection assistance for ceremonies. Offers traditional hymns, modern songs, and curated playlists. Includes timing guidance and copyright compliance for crematorium and burial ground services.
Hymn Selection
Specialist hymn selection with extensive library access. Provides audio samples and liturgical guidance. Available for both traditional church services and non-religious ceremonies requiring musical elements.
Poetry Readings
Curated poetry selection for remembrance services. Features popular elegiac poems and custom reading recommendations. Includes guidance on appropriate timing and delivery within ceremony structure.
People
Funeral Celebrant, Dorset
Funeral Celebrant
Professional celebrant since 2015 with Fellowship of Professional Celebrants accreditation. Former apprentice funeral director and Toastmasters International award-winning speechwriter. Specialises in creating personalised funeral and memorial services across Dorset.
Questions
What is a funeral celebrant?
A funeral celebrant creates and delivers personalised ceremonies reflecting the deceased's life, beliefs, and personality. They work with families to plan meaningful tributes.
Which areas do you serve?
I conduct services across Dorset including Corfe Mullen, Poole, Bournemouth, Wimborne, and West Dorset, including Dorchester and Weymouth.
What types of ceremonies do you offer?
I provide religious, non-religious, and hybrid ceremonies. Services can include traditional hymns, modern music, poetry readings, and personal tributes.
How much do your services cost?
Memorial services start from £250. Funeral service fees are included in your Funeral Director's invoice, with transparent pricing arrangements.
Can you help with music selection?
Yes, I offer comprehensive music coordination including traditional hymns, modern songs, and curated playlists suitable for crematorium or burial services.
