Case Study: Caribbean Funeral Streaming in Bedford – Antiguan & Barbudan Funeral
Background
In early 2025, I was honoured to be asked to provide funeral live streaming for a truly remarkable African-Caribbean funeral at All Nations Church in Bedford, followed by the burial at Norse Road Cemetery. The service was led by a minister saying goodbye to her own mother — one of the most moving responsibilities I have ever witnessed. This was not only a farewell, but also a celebration of life that brought together faith, music, and family from across the globe.
The family chose my videography services because they wanted a professional team who understood both the cultural importance of a Caribbean home-going and the technical expertise required for a large Caribbean, multi-camera live stream. I was recommended directly by the families funeral Directors, and the family later left a heartfelt review praising the service saying:
”Shaun, thank you for providing a discreet, professional, and high quality streaming service for our Mum's home-going. It meant that our family and friends who were unable to be with us in person when we gathered to celebrate our Mum's life, could join us virtually at the church and at the cemetery. Thank you for helping to make a difficult day beautiful by capturing these moments we will never forget. Happy to recommend you. Highly.
Katei Kirby - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This feedback captures exactly why families choose The Funeral Streaming Company
Challenge
Caribbean funerals are often large and vibrant, filled with music and tributes, which is why our multi-camera funeral streaming services are so important for coverage. This service presented several key challenges:
Scale of attendance: The church was at capacity, requiring discreet yet comprehensive camera placement and good coverage from different angles.
Multiple venues: The funeral service at All Nations in Bedford was followed by the committal at Norse Road Cemetery, meaning smooth transitions between locations were essential.
Multi-camera coverage: The family requested extensive filming with two videographers and 3-4 HD cameras, for coverage outside whilst the Hearse arrived and the church service inside and then onto the cemetry.
Cultural significance: Antiguan and Barbudan funerals traditionally involve Christian customs, are often rooted in tradition, blending mourning with joyous celebration. Capturing both aspects with sensitivity was vital.
Global audience: Over 1,900 viewers across 7 countries joined live. The stream had to be stable, high quality, and accessible worldwide.
Approach
Team and equipment
The family chose a four-camera setup with two videographers to ensure that every angle — inside and outside the church — was covered.
Three cameras inside: covering the lectern, the congregation, and wide shots of the church interior.
One camera outside: capturing the arrival of the coffin, mourners, and processional moments.
This setup ensured that every part of the service — from intimate tributes to the grandeur of gospel singing — was filmed and streamed with clarity.
Audio
Sound was particularly important. I placed microphones on the minister, at the lectern, and across the church to capture both spoken tributes and gospel choirs. At the graveside, additional microphones picked up prayers, songs, and the atmosphere as the coffin was lowered.
This multi-mic setup, combined with live switching, meant that those watching online heard every word and every note as if they were there in person.
Connectivity
To serve a global audience, I relied on four bonded 4G/5G internet connections, ensuring a stable, uninterrupted stream to over 1,900 viewers.
The Service
The service at All Nations Church was as moving as it was powerful.
Arrival: The coffin arrived to heartfelt hymns and prayers, captured by the outdoor camera.
Inside the church: The service was filled with gospel singing, scripture readings, and deeply personal tributes. The minister, saying farewell to her own mother, led the service with incredible strength and dignity.
Tributes: Family members spoke about a life of faith, generosity, and love. The combination of personal stories and cultural music painted a vivid picture of the woman being remembered.
The multi-camera setup ensured that online viewers could see and hear everything — from wide views of the packed congregation to close-ups of speakers at the lectern.
At Norse Road Cemetery
The funeral continued with the burial at Norse Road Cemetery. Here, the outdoor cameras captured the procession, the prayers, and the final act of lowering the coffin into the ground.
Streaming the committal live from Norse Road Cemetery shows why graveside live streaming has become such an important part of modern funerals. This moment, filled with emotion, was accompanied by traditional singing and heartfelt prayers. For the family, it was vital that those watching abroad could witness this final act of love and respect.
The Finale
The day concluded with a graveside farewell that united those present and those watching online. Cultural traditions, gospel singing, and prayers gave the committal both solemnity and a sense of celebration.
For the family, the ability to share this farewell across the world through our funeral live streaming services was priceless. Those who couldn’t attend live — whether because of travel, health, or being in a different time zone — were able to watch the funeral stream later, as every broadcast remains available for 12 months.
The family told me how important it was that loved ones in Antigua, Barbados, Jamaica, the United States, and beyond had been able to take part. This is exactly why Caribbean funeral streaming has become so valued by families in the UK — it ensures no one misses the chance to say goodbye, no matter where in the world they are.
Outcome
The family received:
A full HD recording of both the church service and the burial.
A private live stream link available for 12 months.
A downloadable copy for permanent keeping.
The live stream reached:
🇬🇧 United Kingdom – 1,526 viewers
🇦🇬 Antigua & Barbuda – 181 viewers
🇺🇸 United States – 174 viewers
🇧🇧 Barbados – 25 viewers
🇯🇲 Jamaica – 12 viewers
🇻🇮 US Virgin Islands – 12 viewers
🇻🇨 St Vincent & the Grenadines – 11 viewers
In total, over 1,900 viewers across 7 countries joined live. This global reach shows the true value of Caribbean funeral streaming — it bridges continents and unites families at a time when connection matters most.
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