Arranging a funeral involves a lot of decisions, but organising the live streaming doesn't need to be complicated. I take care of the cameras, sound, internet connections and recording, allowing family and friends who cannot attend to watch the service wherever they are.
Here's how my professional funeral live streaming service works, from your first enquiry to receiving a recording you can keep.
Professional funeral live streaming in progress, with camera positioned to capture the funeral service clearly and respectfully.
How It Works in Four Simple Steps
01. Tell Me Your Plans
Simply get in touch with the funeral date, time and venue, along with any additional locations you'd like covered.
I'll check my availability, discuss what you need and provide a clear quotation before you book.
Once everything is confirmed, I'll liaise with the venue and funeral director if needed about timings, camera positions, sound and internet connections. I'll also take account of any requests from the family or officiant about what should or shouldn't be filmed.
My aim is to have everything planned well in advance, so there's one less thing for you to organise on the day.
A military funeral I live streamed, respectfully capturing the final moments of the service with professionalism and care.
02. Share Your Private Funeral Viewing Link
I'll create a dedicated online viewing page for the funeral and send you the link to share with family and friends.
You can choose whether the page is password-protected or simply shared with those you wish to invite.
Guests can watch on a phone, tablet, laptop or smart television. There's nothing to download, no account to create and no charge for any guests watching.
For anyone unfamiliar with watching a funeral online, I've prepared a simple guide to watching a funeral live stream.
Funeral live streaming in London, where I was helping family members abroad feel connected by seeing those gathered for the service
03. Leave the Setup and Live Streaming to Me
On the day of the funeral, I normally arrive approximately two hours before the service to prepare everything discreetly, well before guests arrive.
I use two professional cameras, allowing me to switch between a wide view of the ceremony and closer views of readings, tributes and other important moments.
Dedicated microphones capture the words and music clearly, while my professional internet equipment provides the connection for the live broadcast.
Everything is tested beforehand, including the cameras, microphones and internet.
The viewing page normally goes live around 20 minutes before the funeral begins, allowing family and friends to join early and settle in before the service.
I manage the entire broadcast personally, switching between cameras and monitoring the sound and connection throughout.
If you've arranged live streaming at more than one location, such as a church followed by a graveside service, I'll plan the changeover in advance. Viewers can continue using the same link, although there may be a short break while equipment is moved between venues.
A natural burial I live streamed, respectfully capturing the final moments of the service in a peaceful woodland setting.
04. Watch the Funeral Again Afterwards
Every funeral I live stream is also recorded.
The recording is normally available through the same viewing link shortly after the service, allowing relatives in different time zones, or anyone who couldn't watch live, to see it later.
The funeral remains available to watch online for three months.
You'll also receive a downloadable HD recording to keep permanently, so the family can return to the service whenever they wish.
Funeral live streaming where I captured the whole service, including the family as they carried the coffin into the church.
How Much Does Funeral Live Streaming Cost?
My professional funeral live streaming starts from £650 for one location, with a personalised quotation based on the venue, travel and any additional coverage required.
The standard service includes:
Two professional cameras and an experienced operator
A 1080p Full HD live broadcast
Dedicated microphones for clear sound
Bonded 4G/5G internet connections
A private online viewing page
Three months of online playback
A downloadable HD recording to keep
There are no viewing charges for family or friends.
Any additional costs, including travel, extra locations or satellite connectivity where required, will be explained in your quotation.
For more information, see my complete guide to funeral streaming prices.
Reliable Streaming for Churches and Rural Funeral Venues
One of the biggest challenges with funeral live streaming is maintaining a dependable internet connection, particularly in historic churches, rural chapels and woodland burial grounds.
I don't depend on the venue's Wi-Fi. Instead, I normally combine four 4G/5G connections across different mobile networks, with Starlink satellite internet available for suitable locations where signal coverage is poor.
I also record the funeral locally, independently of the live stream. If an unexpected internet interruption occurs, the service is still recorded and can be made available afterwards.
I've live streamed funerals in churches, family homes, crematoria and outdoor settings, including military funerals and ceremonies where relatives were watching from overseas.
You can see genuine examples of my work in my funeral live streaming portfolio.
Expecting More Guests Than the Venue Can Hold?
Sometimes a church or chapel simply isn't large enough for everyone wishing to attend.
I can arrange professional live streaming to an additional room or nearby hall, where guests can watch the funeral together on a large screen with clear sound.
This can be particularly helpful for large funerals and memorial services where an overflow space is needed.
Find out more about my funeral overflow room services.
Ready to Talk Through Your Funeral Arrangements?
If you're arranging a funeral and would like family and friends to watch online, I'm happy to explain how everything works and provide a quotation.
Call or text 07772 509101, or send me your funeral details online.
I'm available seven days a week, from 9am to 10pm.
For a more detailed explanation of my equipment, reliability and broadcast quality, visit my professional funeral live streaming service page.
A farewell shared across distances. A recording kept for years to come.