A celebrant is a person who performs ceremonies marking life’s significant moments. They officiate funerals, memorials, weddings, vow renewals, and baby naming ceremonies.
A good celebrant creates a bespoke, meaningful ceremony, allowing you
complete creative freedom to shape their day.
As an experienced Celebrant, Kathryn works closely with her clients to create personalised and heartfelt ceremonies and can help with:
Kathryn ensures that each service reflects the unique story of the individual or couple. She expertly weaves together elements like poetry, readings, stories, and music to craft a memorable experience.
Kathryn’s warm and compassionate approach makes people feel at ease, this, combined with her northern accent, makes her a joy to listen to.
Every person, regardless of age, leaves behind a story and an imprint.
Kathryn recognises the impact of these stories and considers it an honour to share them with heart and compassion.
She helps families celebrate their loved ones’ lives by creating meaningful farewells that are centred around your loved ones. Her story telling offers comfort and solace at the hardest time of life.
Kathryn’s ideal couples are creative, fun-loving, and perhaps even dog owners. With a large family herself, she appreciates the importance of quirky family connections. Kathryn collaborates with couples to design ceremonies that truly reflect their personalities and values.
On the wedding day, she ensures everything runs smoothly, from script to tissues, so the couple can relax and enjoy their celebration. So whether it’s under the stars, on a beach, or in beautiful gardens, a celebrant ensures a personalised and flexible experience for couples.
Kathryn also specialises in naming ceremonies and memorial services.
Whether welcoming a new life or honouring a cherished family member, she crafts ceremonies that resonate with authenticity and compassion.
With the rise in direct cremation, Kathryn has delivered memorial services to celebrate the lives of loved ones – she recognises the healing journey of saying farewell.
Why Choose Kathryn?
Kathryn believes that every ceremony should feel meaningful and unique. She welcomes creative ideas, from readings and songs to flash mobs, themed services, and even getting your pets involved!
Kathryn’s calm, thoughtful, and warm demeanour puts clients at ease. She tailors each ceremony to the individual or couple’s vision, creating a joyful and sincere celebration.
Kathryn is a member of the Association of Independent Celebrants and holds a Funeral Celebrants Diploma.
Contact Kathryn Smith Independent Celebrant
To discuss the service you are looking to arrange, contact Kathryn on 07708 542093 or email her here.
Kathryn recently conducted the service for my uncle, who had sadly passed away at the age of 96. Kathryn was very helpful at this time and provided an excellent memorial …
I attended a funeral a few months ago at Sandwell Cremtorium, Kathryn was fantastic. Not only does she take time with the families and friends she did an amazing service …
Kathryn performed the service for my Mother's funeral at Mercia Forest crematorium and she was absolutely fabulous, cannot speak more highly of her and this was also the general consensus …
Kathryn performed a beautiful naming ceremony for our baby boy. We had several meetings with Kathryn before the service and everytime she was friendly,warm and welcoming. She made us feel …
Kathryn done the service for my mum and I can’t speak highly enough for her. Speaking about my mum she done her so much justice. There was laughter and there …
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