Jayne Sullivan

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Testimonials & Reviews

Emma Ball

We had an incredibly amazing day. We had to change our celebrant half way through our planning and it was definitely meant to be! Jayne was caring, guiding but not overpowering. She helped us plan out perfect day, and the ceremony was even better than we could ever have dreamed. We would recommend wholeheartedly. Emma Ball

Rowenna – Tipi Wedding

We have nothing but rave reviews to leave about Jayne. From our first contact, right up to the day of the wedding, nothing was too much trouble. She listened to us, calmed our panic and was amazing on the day. She is the best…

Michael – our Woodland Wedding

A February wedding outside in our favourite woodland! Everyone said it wasn’t possible, it would be too cold, the weather would be unpredictable, it would detract from our ceremony. However, Jayne said YES! We had the most brilliant day! Jayne helped every step of the way. Her kind, reassuring and yet uplifting personality got us through any doubts. Consequently WE HAD THE BEST DAY OF OUR LIVES!!! There are no words to thank you Jayne – but here they are anyway. THANK YOU – YOU ARE EXCEPTIONAL!!!

Karen Gill – Our Mum’s Funeral

Our mum passed away very unexpectedly and we chose Jayne to conduct her funeral. Jayne was fantastic from start to finish. When visiting us to discuss the service and tribute she was professional yet caring and sensitive, making us feel completely at ease and allowing us to share our many memories of mum without feeling rushed. The tribute was beautifully written and captured our mum perfectly. The service went smoothly and Jayne did our mum proud and for that we are incredibly grateful. We cannot recommend Jayne enough

Pippa – Mum’s Service

Review: Jayne is the loveliest, most caring and compassionate person you could ever meet.
Her beautiful nature shone through at my mum’s ceremony. I literally cannot recommend her enough

Dad’s Funeral

Review: Absolutely brilliant from the first contact through to the day of the funeral. Jayne was kind, supportive and caring. Her delivery was impeccable. She is amazing, Amy Jones

Tim’s Natural Burial – Eve Mills

Review: Jayne has been absolutely brilliant. Ready to go the extra mile to make our funeral wishes become real. A large gathering of over 70 people in the open countryside on a windy Autumn day could hear her every word. Jaynes tasteful good humour easing our grieving into a celebration of a life well spent, and yet greatly missed by all who knew my husband. Everyone present will look back on that day with the rain filled, cloudy sky and feel the sunshine through her eloquent words. Thank you Jayne

Tipi Wedding – Lisa Clarke August 2021

Review: what a superstar! Our day was perfect in every way, and you made it all come to life. After several postponements, it finally happened. Our tipi wedding was magical, the ceremony was absolutely amazing, The detail and time you have put into everything was so much appreciated.

We loved jumping the broom, and were amazed at how gorgeously you had decorated it. We will keep it forever.

All of our guests, without exception, said how wonderful you were. Thank you so very much

Jodie Smith – September 2021

Review: Thank you to Jayne for a very last minute wedding we had. She was able to turn everything around in the space of 3 days for our wedding. She was a calm and very friendly celebrant who made us feel at ease as soon as we spoke to her. The service was great and the day far less stressful knowing that Jayne had everything under control

Martin and Maninder Derby Silk Mill

Review: 2 weeks before our wedding was to take place our celebrant cancelled due to personal reasons and Jayne stepped in at very short notice. We had a basic script which wasn’t quite to our liking and Jayne worked with us to make sure it was more befitting. On the day, Jayne made us both feel completely at ease, everyone commented on how much they enjoyed the ceremony. We would highly recommend Jayne as your celebrant. We actually wished we had Jayne from the start

Jayne , what can I say!!!! you have been amazing , truly saved the day. with weeks to go you kept me calm, relaxed and reassured. we had the most amazing day. from our first phone call to meeting you and you delivering our amazing ceremony, you were fantastic through out. we recieved so many compliments about how relaxed, personable and funny the service was. thank you for making our day the best day ever. you are a pleasure to work with! thank you xx

Teresa – Natural Burial

Review: Thank you so much for a lovely service – your elegant, gentle, calm and quietly reverent delivery was perfect, and soothing.

Another reflection on the value of your approach – it was/is wholly natural, gently voiced, without false intonation, you blended with the surroundings perfectly. Nothing jarred, and that’s a huge blessing, which makes you a blessing, like nature, like Janine – a naturally spiritual blessing

Sam Starbuck – Mum’s Service

Review: Thank you so so much for helping us with Mum’s service. You were so kind and warm. Such a reassuring, calm presence in all the madness!

We all loved the Tribute you gave and all the extra readings and words, the thought and care you put into everything. All greatly appreciated

Tom & David – Shropshire Barns May 2022

Review: David and I got married at the Barns in a beautiful ceremony conducted by Jayne. We were both groomzillas I think but Jayne had the patience of a Saint. She worked with us, even incorporating very last minute changes. Everyone who attended said how beautiful our ceremony was and there wasn’t a dry eye in the house. We would have no hesitation in recommending Jayne, she is fantastic

Oscar & Fiona -June 2022

Fiona and myself are ageing hippies. We searched for a celebrant who would understand us and our views. Jayne was perfect. She helped us to create the most incredible handfasting, even fashioning a besom for us in our chosen colours. We set up our area in a shaded glade, with a stream behind us. We attached lanterns (not to be lit) amongst the trees. Our dog, Woody was best man. Our friends were gathered, music played, laughter echoed and I got handfasted to the woman of my dreams. It simply could not have been any better. Jayne, you are a Goddess!

Thomas Donaldson – March 2022

Review: What can I say, there are no words. Jayne helped to create a wonderful, simple, yet meaningful ceremony for my Dad. It was exactly as he would have wanted.

We then had an interrment of ashes at the natural burial ground, we sang, we drank wine, we toasted his memory. It was poignant, with lovely moments of laughter. Absolutely wonderful. I would have no hesitation in recommending Jayne x

Emma Wilkins – September 2021

Review: From our very first contact, Jayne helped us every step of the way. We had an idea for an outside ceremony with hay bales, blankets, fairy lights and music. Jayne embraced all of our suggestions, she helped with music and the format of the ceremony, which was perfect. I cannot truly express how brilliant the whole day was. We are only just coming down from it. We didnt want anything too traditional and wanted to include some celtic touches, it was all just right. Everyone who came said it truly reflected our personalities. I wish we could do it all over again. Thank you Thank you Thank you

Laura and Eve

Review: We got married in June, after a couple of postponements. Jayne helped us every step of the way and kept us positive in difficult times. When the wedding eventually arrived – it was incredible. We had a mixture of traditional and handfasting, there was mead, and beautiful vows, sitting in a woodland with our family and friends, surrounded by nature, even our little dog got involved. We jumped the broom, which had been beautifully created by Jayne. We had some Goddess Music, incense burning, It was simply perfect

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Meet Jayne

Hello. My name is Jayne. Born and brought up in the Black Country, I am now living in Burton on Trent, the brewing capital of the UK. I feel very lucky to live and work here and be a stones throw away from the gorgeous countryside, the Peak District in one direction and Cannock Chase in the other.

I am passionate about lots of things. I used to own a coffee shop so love a good coffee (aka a coffee snob), vodka and chocolate! My family mean everything to me, and it is my mission to create wonderful ceremonies that I know they would be proud of. I LOVE hearing peoples stories – even though you may not think it, each of us has lived a remarkable, unique life with a wonderful story to tell.

I am an independent celebrant trained by Civil Ceremonies and proud to have received the highest-level qualification available in the UK at this time. I am registered and insured with the Association of Independent Celebrants.
I worked as a midwife in the NHS and feel this has helped me incredibly throughout my celebrant life. Staying calm in a crisis, listening, being an advocate but most of all valuing each person that I work with. 

Book a chemistry call with me by clicking the ‘book an appointment’ button to find out if I am the right Celebrant for you.  There is no obligation to book, and it will be wonderful to hear about your plans so far.

WEDDINGS

Bespoke Wedding Ceremonies

With a celebrant led wedding, there are no restrictions in terms of the content, format, or style of your wedding.  It can be completely personalised to reflect your personalities.  With your input all the way through, I can help to create a ceremony containing some of the traditional elements that you and your guests would expect to see.  This may include the exchange of rings and vows, but I will also ensure that your love story is told, that your family are involved (if you want them to be).

It may be that you are having a festival themed wedding, full of love and laughter and anecdotes about your relationship.  You may want an emotional ceremony that evokes tears of joy from your guests, or you may want any intimate ceremony for just the two of you.  Anything goes.

 

From our first conversation, I will get to know you both and we will work together to create the most perfect ceremony that will WOW you and your guests.  You can include anything you would like, readings, symbolic gestures, personalised vows, songs and so much more. 

 

Get in touch today and let’s start planning!

 

What’s included in our bespoke wedding ceremony for £500

  • 1 x Dedicated consultation to talk about your love story and create your bespoke order of ceremony
  • 1 x Follow up consultation for detailed feedback on your ceremony  script, plus amendments
  • 1 x Ceremony delivered by fully qualified Celebrant
  • 1 x Complementary ceremony certificate (please note this is not a legally binding document)
  • Supporting expertise to guide you through the development of your ceremony
  • All travel expenses within a 30 mile radius of Burton upon Trent

WEDDING VOWS

Wedding Vow Writing Service

All of the couples I work with get my help in writing their vows as part of the weddinga package.

 

I do offer a Vow Writing Service as a separate service for couples who aren’t clients.  Some couples just can’t find the words, or are maybe a little anxious or scared of public speaking. 

 

I will work with you to create beautiful custom wedding vows. 

 

We will chat through things, I will send a draft, edit and edit again until you are happy that your words will melt the heart of your loved one and your guests.

 

My fee for vow writing is £100, or £150 if you both want to use the service.  This often works well so that I can ensure that the words flow between you both and tie together.

BABIES

Baby Naming Ceremonies

A beautiful ceremony to name your baby and introduce them to your family and friends.  A naming ceremony also honours the people you would like to be an influence on their lives as they grow into adulthood.

 

But naming ceremonies are not just for babies.  They can be for children of any age, as well as welcoming stepchildren or adopted children into your family.

 

Also, a wonderful way for people with a trans experience to embrace their name.

 

Naming Ceremony Celebrant Service £295.00* What’s Included 

Initial meeting of up to 2 hours.  Preferably in person to discuss your ideas for the ceremony

 

Suggestions for readings and poems from a wealth of resources.  You can of course write or choose your own.

 

Contact with any supporting adults to talk through their involvement in the ceremony.

 

Writing the ceremony and draft copy followed by amendments.

 

Delivering your ceremony at your chosen venue

A keepsake copy of your ceremony

Certificates for those playing a significant role

 

*Additional costs: 

  • Travel: Travel within a 30-mile radius of Burton upon Trent
  • is included in the basic package. Travel beyond this distance will be charged at an additional 45 pence per mile.
  • Symbolic ceremonial keepsakes: These may be sourced by the couple or True to You Celebrancy can provide them for a pre-agreed additional cost.

FUNERALS

Funeral Ceremonies

Grief is hard, and death often arrives when we feel we are ill-prepared for it.  This leaves just a short time to think about and prepare a ceremony that offers meaning to the life of your loved one.

A funeral celebrant can help you navigate the tricky waters of funeral preparation. You can trust me with your love and your memories and stories of your loved one.  I will help to weave them into a meaningful and truly beautiful ceremony.

It is a sad fact that people often spend more on their funeral flowers than they do on a Celebrant.  And yet, a celebrant will sit with you, listen to you talk about your loved one, gently guide you if you need them to, then go away and write a life story, often in a short space of time.

A funeral ceremony does not have to be limited to 20 minutes in the local crematorium.  You can hold it anywhere.  And a celebrant led funeral will help you to facilitate this.

Book a chemistry call and have a chat about your options. 

Funeral Ceremony Celebrant Service £210.00*

To Include:

  • An initial telephone consultation
  • A family visit to learn about your loved one
  • Access to a wealth of poems and readings
  • Writing of the funeral script
  • Delivering the service
  • A keepsake copy of the script
  • Guidance throughout the whole planning process

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