Leicester Celebrancy Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Looking at 37 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the deeply personalized approach, careful attention to detail, and genuine dedication shown during difficult family moments. Many people frequently mention how comforting, calm, and reassuring the guidance is throughout the entire planning process. Consumers also note that ceremonies are conducted with a wonderful balance of emotional warmth, respect, and professionalism. Reviewers feel immensely grateful for such compassionate support, explaining that it makes emotional life events much easier to navigate. Individuals highlight that everything is handled seamlessly, ensuring a peaceful tribute that leaves lasting positive memories.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fortunate enough to have Neil deliver the service at my Dads funeral. From start to finish he was amazing, always there for me on the end of the phone if I needed him. On the day of the service he was... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Neil conducted Grandads Funeral in Jan 2025. 11 months later we were heartbroken to say we needed him again for our Grandmas Funeral. On both occasions the services were perfect in every way possible.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The funeral directors contacted Neil to conduct Dad's service. He visited the family & we were immediately struck by his empathy, good advice and guidance. Coincidentally it turned out Neil knew m... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A friend who had previously worked with Neil suggested we reach out to him. After my mother's passing, we contacted Neil, and his support was exceptional from the start and continued beyond the funera... See more


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  1. Funeral Director

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As a professionally trained and qualified Independent Family Celebrant, I will help to create a personal ceremony that is exactly what you want and in a way that reflects you and your loved ones. Every person is different and their ceremony should be unique. I will meet with you to discuss the ceremony fully to plan it and make it perfect. You will be able to check the ceremony content beforehand to ensure complete satisfaction. I am able to conduct non-legal ceremonies such as: Weddings Vow Renewals Commitment ceremonies Civil Partnerships Name says Funerals I can offer a completely non religious celebration ceremony, or if you would like to include a hymn or a prayer I am happy to do that too. Talk to me about your wishes and I will do whatever I can to make the event as bespoke and personal as possible. I cover Leicestershire and surrounding areas. There is no such thing as a strange request. Talk to me about what you want and I will do all I can to facilitate that and make your service, unique, memorable and just the way you want it.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding, Professional, Reliable

I had the privilege of working with Niel on a wedding last Saturday. Niel is such a lovely person to work with. He is professional, yet really down to earth guy. He explained and gave out an approximate time line of how the ceremony will play out, which gives me a great opportunity on when to capture the moment for the couple that he was conducting the wedding for. His communication was spot on and it was such an amazing experience. He made me, the couple and the guests at the wedding just really relaxed overall. That is what and how a wedding should be conducted. I really can't recommend him enough.

17 August 2024
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Reply from Leicester Celebrancy

Great to work alongside you Kelvin. You have a great work ethic and made the whole process, so much easier. I hope we work together again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Neil was absolutely exceptional

Neil was absolutely exceptional as a celebrant for my best friends wedding. His service was a beautiful blend of warmth, humor, and deep sincerity. From the beginning, Neil made the entire experience personal and heartfelt, perfectly capturing the essence of the occasion. There wasn’t a dry eye in the room, as he skillfully guided us through moments of both laughter and tears. His ability to connect with everyone made the day unforgettable. We were all grateful to have had Neil lead such an important day in the lives of my best friend . Highly recommended!

17 August 2024
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Reply from Leicester Celebrancy

Thanks Lisa. It was a lovely wedding and its always made better by the people that attend.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A wonderful wedding

Neil had taken great care to make my friends wedding exactly how they wanted it through careful consideration and consultation. The service was relaxed, happy and well conducted. Excellent all round

17 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Celebrant made the event fully relate…

Celebrant made the event fully relate to the bride & Groom and held the attention of all who attended making it a very fun event yet fully covered what the marriage ceremony was about. Was very personal to the couple and very well organised. We were very impressed at how professional it all was

17 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A lovely personal and funny celebration…

A lovely personal and funny celebration of a friend’s marriage, done with professionalism and humour. So totally right for them. If I were to get married again I’d definitely use him although hoping not to need his services, but would definitely recommend.

17 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing Wedding Ceremony!

We had the best time, we could not have asked for more from Neil. Nothing was too much trouble for him, he helped us put the words together for our service and they were perfect, he guided us throughout and made our celebrations extra special. We particularly like the way he involves the guests too. There was a humour as well as the beautiful words spoken during our vows. Every guest commented on how fantastic Neil was and how he had made the whole service enjoyable for all. We owe Neil a massive thank you as we couldn’t have had the amazing service without him. 10/10 Neil you truly are simply the best, thanks again.

17 August 2024
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Reply from Leicester Celebrancy

Well congratulations to you both! I'm so glad I could do this for you. It really was my pleasure. So much fun and love all rolled into one. A wedding to remember!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great eulogy

Neil recently conducted a eulogy for aunt he was very good when came to see me took notes of my aunt's life and very professional so you would not have an problems if choice him

5 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A beautiful service

Neil was great from start to finish looking after the service for my partner Faye, took time to sit down and listen to myself and her brother Darren, handled everything wonderfully. Delivered a beautiful service as we had planned. Thank you Neil.

19 July 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks Neil

Neil was celebrant at a friend’s funeral and I was impressed by his detailed preparation, his inherent kindness and the skilled presentation. I know he had spent much time with the family, listening to them and providing sympathy and reassurance, This empathy was evident throughout the service and was of great comfort both to the family and to all who attended

3 July 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Celebrant Neil

Neil was amazing the lead up to and during my brother’s funeral yesterday, advice and suggestions were spot on.
Couldn’t fault him in all aspects.
Would highly recommend

1 July 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank You So Much

Neil recently conducted the service for my Dad. We were very worried and nervous about sorting the service out in the best way to honour Dad, but we needn’t of worried Neil guided us through step by step listening carefully to our stories our memories and our dads life. Such a nice kind helpful man who made a very difficult day the best it could be.
I would definitely recommend Neil he is an Angel in disguise.
Thank you Neil.

26 June 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A wonderful service...

Neil recently did a wonderful service for my mum's funeral, and it was exactly what we wanted. Nothing was ever too much trouble. My family all felt at ease as Neil gently helped us talk about mum and her life, for which he pieced together so well. He was very professional and caring, and I will definitely be recommending him. Thanks so much for making such a sad day, so very special for us.

5 June 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exemplary Celebrant

Neil conducted the service for my Nephew. He was so helpful, considerate and sympathetic throughout the whole procedure, explaining everything and listening to what we wanted as a family and was always on hand to answer any questions or queries.
He asked everyone for memories and incorporated them in the service where there was laughter as well as tears.
The whole service felt like Neil knew him personally and he spoke like a friend but with the right amount of reverence.
Everyone commented on how beautiful the service was.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Neil it's a shame I could only give a 5 star review as he deserves a 10
Thank you Neil for everything.

11 June 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Neil was the celebrant for my mums…

Neil was the celebrant for my mums funeral recently. We asked for him after he gave a beautiful service for my wife’s godmother a few months back. His professionalism, warmth, patience and care throughout the process has been nothing short of amazing. He supported us through the process during a very difficult time with compassion. His eulogy for mum was perfect and his support on the day was brilliant. Thank you Neil for helping us celebrate mums life.

29 May 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Truly Memorable

Neil acted as the Celebrant for my wife’s recent funeral. I can’t speak highly enough of Neil. From first time meeting he was the ultimate professional, caring, empathetic and genuinely interested in my late wife. He came up with great ideas to make her service unique. Nothing was too much for him. At the service he was impeccable, always ready to stand in for those who were unable to or didn’t feel able to verbalise their memories.
I can’t recommend Neil enough, he made our goodbye one to remember
Thank you Neil

22 May 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Funeral celebration

Neil was warm and caring towards us when discussing arrangements for my Mum's funeral.
Neil was helpful and gave suggestions about what we could do to celebrate her life.
We were given support and reassurance and Neil presented my Mum's life with respect and thought. Neil offered support throughout the process and on the day he was amazing. He helped us get through this difficult time and we have been left feeling that we did justice to our Mum's life and can smile remembering the good times.
Thank you Neil.

25 April 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Neil organised and executed a…

Neil organised and executed a celebratory service for a very dear friend and brother. He took the time to understand all aspects of his life and reflected this in a beautiful tribute. He wove in the Hinduism aspect of Mike’s life in beautifully. The day was a blend of different cultures, music and vivid memories. Just how Mike would have wanted 🙏🏽 You made that possible Neil - Thank you. I know Mike would have loved it 💕

5 April 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Neil did the Celebration Service of a…

Neil did the Celebration Service of a very dear friend recently. My friend was very well known and loved, and had led an incredible life. Neil compiled a fantastic service, pulling together all the key aspects of my friend’s life, to tell a wonderful story of a remarkable man. So many people commented afterwards about what a lovely service it was, and how even close friends learnt something new as a result.
We are all very grateful to Neil for all the hard work he did, and the sensitive and caring way in which he went about pulling everything together, especially at such an emotionally difficult time for us. His calmness and assuredness was admirable.

5 April 2024
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Reply from Leicester Celebrancy

It was a pleasure working with you to create this special service. Thank you for your time and energy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I asked Neil to do my late husband's…

I asked Neil to do my late husband's funeral as he was going to be renewing our wedding vows in September 2024! Neil was extremely kind, approachable, professional, courteous and an overall fabulous guy. From the time I asked Neil to the actual day of the funeral, Neil was at the end of the phone. Everything was just more than I expected on the day. Neil will do the service to your requirements and then he WILL go beyond. Neil is not only a FABULOUS guy but one I am now very honoured to call a friend

5 April 2024
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Reply from Leicester Celebrancy

I am humbled that you chose me to conduct this service. Mike was so special and that was evident in the way in which people responded and participated in the creation of this unique ceremony.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Omg Neil thank you

Omg , where do I start, Neil is the most loving caring , heart warming person , I've really ever met in these , circumstances , he sits and listens to you , writes things down , makes ever bit of detail perfect , for the last Journey of our loved ones , he spoke at my beautiful mum's funeral serve he was outstanding, a true Gentleman a diamond 💎💎💎 nothing is any trouble , he makes the Impossible , possible believe me , the outstanding speech the true effort he goes to , to make our loves well remembered, I would honestly say this kind hearted true Gentleman I would highly recommend him Neil from the bottom of my heart thank you for giving my beautiful mum a fantastic send off she would be so proud of you GOD BLESS You NEIL HAVE A BLESSED DAY your the best

26 March 2024
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Reply from Leicester Celebrancy

Jo, it was lovely to meet you and your family and to be able to provide a lovely farewell to your mum. Just remember what I said about adoption!

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