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Present Ascent Cheshire
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Countries Covered
Areas Covered
I travel Nationally
Specialisms
cremation, burial, memorial, ashes scattering or interment, the death of a baby, the death of a child, remembrance, celebration of life, living funeral, living celebration of life
Affiliations
The Good Funeral Guild, AOIC, The Celebrant Accord, Dementia-Friendly Funerals
Languages
English
Hi, I'm Lucy
I’m a trusted independent funeral celebrant and storyteller, standing beside families, friends, and individuals as they prepare to mark the life and death of someone they love — whether that’s through a traditional ceremony, celebration of life, or memorial service. I’m proud and grateful to have been awarded ‘Funeral Celebrant of the Year’ at the Good Funeral Awards 2024 – this is a national award based on written statements from families and funeral directors.
Inspired by the serene stillness of the Peak District hills and the Cheshire Plain, I’ll work with you to calmly craft a funeral service that brings love and light to a challenging time, so you can ‘do right’ by the person we’re honouring. My work encompasses all aspects of the funeral ceremony space including cremation, burial, memorial, ashes scattering or interment, the death of a baby, the death of a child, remembrance, celebration of life, living funeral and living celebration of life.
What's my ceremony style?
From live music to quiet reflection, cherished memories to candle lighting, the ceremony can include many thoughtful touches. It can be held at a crematorium or natural burial ground, in a garden or outdoor space, at home or in another meaningful venue. We can also plan a traditional funeral with elements you find especially comforting and familiar. Anything is possible.
You don’t have to do this alone. For funeral ceremony ideas, hopes and fears, I’m here to gently guide you every step of the way. Get in touch, and we’ll start walking the path together.
Prices From
£350
Why choose Lucy?
Drawing upon my academic career, celebrancy training, and profound personal experience with loss, I’ll offer a listening ear and act as a peaceful presence as you carefully consider your choices. From my home in Macclesfield, I’ll weave your wishes and treasured tales into a ceremony script that holds space for joy and sadness and celebrates their life and legacy.
The areas that I cover include Macclesfield, Bollington, Adlington, Buxton, the High Peak, Didsbury, Altrincham, Bowdon, Hale, Knutsford, Northwich.
What do I offer?
Unfortunately Present Ascent Cheshire is not available for weddings.
Unfortunately Present Ascent Cheshire is not available for Naming Ceremonies.
Unfortunately Present Ascent Cheshire is not available for Renewal of Vows
Funerals
I’m a trusted independent funeral celebrant and storyteller, standing beside families, friends, and individuals as they prepare to mark the life and death of someone they love — whether that’s through a traditional ceremony, celebration of life, or memorial service. Inspired by the serene stillness of the Peak District hills and the Cheshire Plain, I’ll work with you to calmly craft a funeral service that brings love and light to a challenging time, so you can ‘do right’ by the person we’re honouring.
I’m proud and grateful to have been awarded ‘Funeral Celebrant of the Year’ at the Good Funeral Awards 2024 – this is a national award based on written statements from families and funeral directors.
Ceremony at a crematorium, chapel, natural burial ground or graveside:
Standard ceremony (single slot), planning and delivery £350
Extended ceremony (double slot), planning and delivery £450
These fees cover the following locations, within a 15-mile radius of Macclesfield:
Macclesfield Crematorium & Cemetery, Adlington Memorial Park, Friends of Nature Burial Ground, Birches Remembrance Park & Crematorium, Vale Royal Crematorium, Swanlow Park Cemetery, The Manchester Crematorium, Altrincham Crematorium, Stockport Crematorium & Carmountside Crematorium.
For locations further afield, I will be glad to provide a quote.
I charge an additional £100 for ceremonies which are planned for a Saturday or Sunday. This applies to both the ceremony types above, and below.
Ceremony at an alternative venue, planning and delivery £450
e.g. at a home, garden, hotel, private venue (such as a theatre, historic building, stately home, or pub) or a natural outdoor space, within 15-miles of Macclesfield and of up to 1 hour in length).
Prices From
£250
Why choose Lucy for your funeral?
Drawing upon my academic career, celebrancy training, and profound personal experience with loss, I’ll offer a listening ear and act as a peaceful presence as you carefully consider your choices. From my home in Macclesfield, I’ll weave your wishes and treasured tales into a ceremony script that holds space for joy and sadness and celebrates their life and legacy.
From live music to quiet reflection, cherished memories to candle lighting, the ceremony can include many thoughtful touches. It can be held at a crematorium or natural burial ground, in a garden or outdoor space, at home or in another meaningful venue. We can also plan a traditional funeral with elements you find especially comforting and familiar. Anything is possible.
You don’t have to do this alone. For funeral ceremony ideas, hopes and fears, I’m here to gently guide you every step of the way. Get in touch, and we’ll start walking the path together.
Reviews for Present Ascent Cheshire
Total Reviews: 35
Average Rating: 5
reviews (35)
Held, Heard, Loved & Supported
It’s hard to find the words to describe working together with Lucy for our mum’s funeral. We felt so held, heard, loved and supported in her wonderful, empathic and intuitive care. We cherish so many beautiful memories from a very special day that was so thoughtfully planned and guided by Lucy, full of warmth and acceptance. In such a short space of time, we developed a beautiful bond that will never be forgotten. Thank you – it was a gift to share this time with you.
Patient, Kind & Warm
We wanted to find an independent celebrant with whom we felt comfortable and who would do a lovely job in capturing the essence of Mum. In Lucy we certainly found this, she spent a lot of time going through Mum’s life and background, in fact we felt we spent a lot of time but she was happy for us to take even longer had we needed to.
She was very empathetic and totally understood what we were wishing to capture and convey on the day of the funeral. The funeral itself was lovely, totally seamless and very much did justice to my Mum’s memories and her life.
We would happily recommend Lucy to anyone who needs a celebrant who is patient, kind and warm in her approach.
Incredibly supportive
When searching for a celebrant, it was important for me and my sister to find the “best fit” for our brother. From the first contact with Lucy, we knew we had found the one. Instantly, we picked up on her warmth and empathy. A very professional lady, yet so easy to talk with. Quick to pick up on the key points, Lucy asked questions to get a fuller picture of the man our brother was. Then, somehow she put it all together to produce such a lovely story about his life.
On the day Lucy was there to greet us and chatted with family and friends. The service was just perfect. Family commented on how lovely and professional Lucy was, saying how comfortable and homely it felt.
So supportive, keeping in touch with us right up until the day of the service. It was so nice at a time like this to feel able to let go, knowing Lucy had everything in complete control.
We would most certainly recommend Lucy to anyone looking for a warm, gentle approach.
