My name is Diane and I live on the edge of the New Forest in Hampshire with my husband. We have four sons and three grandchildren. I love to spend time at the beach or walking in the forest and we are very lucky to have the best of both world's where we live. I come from London originally and still enjoy a trip up to town to see a show or do some shopping. I enjoy reading, gardening and cooking, and am particularly fond of warm sunshine, holidays and music.
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My story
After a career in the NHS spanning almost thirty years, I decided to combine my experience and love of working with people and my passion for creative writing and speaking, and trained to be a celebrant. Having attained an NOCN Certificate in UK Celebrancy I set up Meraki Ceremonies. The name Meraki appealed to me as soon as I heard it and I just really liked what it means.... - 'The love, creativity and passion you put into something; the act of leaving a piece of yourself in your work; actions that come from the heart, like a labour of love.'
I offer a personalised service for weddings, commitment ceremonies, vow renewals, celebrations of love and naming ceremonies, covering Dorset, Hampshire, the New Forest and London. I am also prepared to work out of my area if you would like me to be your celebrant.
It's important to find the right celebrant for you, someone who will listen to you, get to know you, understand you and then to write and deliver a ceremony that is just for you. My work and life experience provides me with the expertise and professionalism to work with you to create and officiate at the ceremony that you want - the day is yours and my job is to help you achieve the perfect, unforgettable day.
Contact me via email or telephone and we can arrange to meet to talk through all your requirements for your special day.
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I also provide a personalised service for funerals, interment of ashes, memorial ceremonies and living funerals. I will help you to plan a meaningful farewell for you or your loved one, ensuring that life is honoured in the most heartfelt way.
I hope the page about why choose a celebrant will help you to understand all your options and why choosing a celebrant will give you the freedom and creativity to have the ceremony you want.