Professional Funeral Live Streaming Across the UK
Funeral live streaming allows family and friends who cannot attend in person to watch the funeral service live, wherever they are in the world. Whether someone lives overseas, is unwell or simply cannot travel, it gives them the opportunity to be part of an important occasion and share in the farewell.
I'm Shaun, and I provide professional funeral live streaming throughout the UK. Over the past ten years, I've personally covered more than 2,500 funerals, from small family services to large ceremonies attended by hundreds of guests. I attend every live stream myself, taking care of the cameras, sound, internet connections and recording so the family can concentrate on the funeral itself.
My service includes:
Funeral live streaming from £650 for one location.
Two professional cameras, streaming in 1080p Full HD, with dedicated microphones.
Four bonded 4G/5G internet connections, with Starlink satellite available for difficult locations.
A private viewing link that is free for guests to use, with no app or account required.
The funeral recording available online for three months, plus a free downloadable HD copy.
What is Funeral Live Streaming?
Funeral live streaming is a live video broadcast of a funeral service, allowing relatives and friends to watch remotely using a phone, tablet, computer or television. Instead of travelling to the venue, they open a viewing link provided by the family and watch the service as it happens.
For many families, this is particularly important when relatives live in other countries or when elderly or unwell family members cannot make the journey. They can still hear the music, listen to the tributes and readings, and experience the service alongside those attending in person.
I create a dedicated viewing page for each funeral, usually featuring the name and photograph of the person being remembered, together with the service details. The link can be shared privately with anyone the family wishes to invite, and nobody needs to download an app, create an account or pay to watch.
The service is also recorded, which means relatives in different time zones, or anyone unable to watch live, can return to it afterwards.
Watch: a Jamaican funeral I live streamed in Moseley, Birmingham, from the church service to the committal at Kings Norton Cemetery.
How I Professionally Live Stream a Funeral
Every funeral I live stream is filmed using at least two professional cameras. One provides a wider view of the ceremony, while the other captures closer views of the minister, celebrant, readings and tributes. I switch between the cameras throughout the service to produce a natural, carefully composed broadcast rather than leaving everyone watching a single fixed camera angle.
This approach also gives me flexibility in busy churches and other venues. People may stand during hymns, move to the lectern or unintentionally obstruct a camera. Having more than one angle allows me to respond discreetly without interrupting the funeral.
I position the equipment carefully, taking account of the layout of the building, the congregation and the wishes of the family, clergy or celebrant. My aim is always to capture the service beautifully while remaining as unobtrusive as possible.
The live stream is broadcast in 1080p Full HD, providing a clear picture for family and friends watching at home or overseas.
Clear, Professional Sound Throughout the Service
Good sound is every bit as important as the picture. Families want to hear the words being spoken, particularly the personal tributes, readings and moments that make the funeral meaningful.
I use professional microphones positioned at the main speaking points, rather than relying on the sound picked up by the cameras. Where needed, I can provide individual microphones for the minister or celebrant, lectern readers and singers, together with ambient sound to capture the atmosphere and music within the venue.
This allows me to balance the different sound sources and produce a much clearer live stream, even in large churches or buildings with difficult acoustics.
I also hold PRS for Music licensing for my funeral streaming service, helping me accommodate the hymns and music that form such an important part of many ceremonies, subject to the applicable music rights and platform requirements.
Reliable Funeral Streaming, Even in Difficult Locations
One of the biggest challenges with live streaming funerals is finding a reliable internet connection. Many beautiful churches have thick stone walls, while rural chapels, cemeteries and natural burial grounds can have very limited mobile coverage.
I don't depend on the venue's Wi-Fi. Instead, I bring my own professional internet equipment, normally combining four separate 4G/5G connections through a bonded streaming system. This allows me to make use of multiple mobile networks rather than depending on a single connection throughout the ceremony.
I also carry Starlink satellite internet for locations where mobile coverage is particularly poor. Starlink has made a considerable difference to the services I can provide, especially in remote areas where a conventional mobile connection would not be dependable.
Having several connectivity options is an important part of my preparation, but I also record the funeral locally. Should an unexpected interruption affect the live broadcast, the service is still captured and can be uploaded afterwards.
I've worked in churches where ordinary mobile phones have almost no signal, yet a professional live stream has still been possible with the right planning and equipment. If you're concerned about connectivity at your chosen venue, tell me where the funeral is taking place and I'll explain what's realistic.
You can read more about my satellite funeral streaming service, including how I use Starlink in remote locations.
A Private Funeral Viewing Link and Recording to Keep
Before the funeral, I prepare the online viewing page and provide a link that the family can share with relatives and friends. The link is easy to open and works on most modern devices, without requiring viewers to register or install anything.
The live stream normally opens around 20 minutes before the service begins, allowing guests to join in good time. They can watch the funeral as it happens, and those joining late can use the playback controls to catch up.
Afterwards, the same link remains available for three months, so family and friends can watch the ceremony again whenever they wish. I also provide the family with a downloadable HD recording to keep permanently, at no additional charge.
This recording is often particularly valuable. Funerals can pass by in a blur, and being able to return to a reading, tribute or piece of music can mean a great deal in the weeks and months afterwards.
What Happens Before and During the Funeral?
Once you contact me with the funeral date, time and venue, I'll check my availability and provide a clear quotation. I can deal directly with the family or liaise with the funeral director, whichever is easier.
Before the day, I establish the arrangements for the service, including the order of events, likely camera positions, microphones and internet connectivity. If the venue is particularly complicated, a site visit can also be arranged beforehand.
I normally arrive around two hours before the funeral to set up and thoroughly test everything. This gives me time to check the picture, sound and connections, and to make any adjustments needed before guests begin arriving.
Once the service begins, I manage the cameras and live broadcast throughout. I remain in position until the funeral has concluded, making sure that the recording is safely captured and the family has everything needed to watch or download it afterwards.
I understand how important it is for everything to be handled quietly and professionally. My role is to take responsibility for the technical side of the day, without adding to the family's concerns.
How Much Does Funeral Live Streaming Cost?
My professional funeral live streaming service starts from £650 for one location. This includes the cameras, microphones, HD live broadcast, private viewing page, recording and three months of online playback.
The main pricing options are:
One location: from £650.
Additional locations: from £250 each.
Starlink satellite connection: an additional £75 where required.
Longer services, additional filming requirements and travel are quoted according to the arrangements. There is no charge for relatives and friends watching online, and no fixed limit on the number of viewing devices.
Every funeral is different, so I prefer to provide a quotation based on the actual plans rather than adding unnecessary services or equipment.
For a more detailed explanation of prices and what's included, you can read my guide to funeral live streaming costs.
Live Streaming a Funeral Across More Than One Location
Some funerals take place across several locations, particularly when a church service is followed by a committal or a gathering elsewhere.
I can provide live streaming across different venues, allowing relatives watching online to follow more of the day through the same viewing link. There will normally be a short pause while equipment is moved and prepared at the next location, so suitable travelling and setup time needs to be built into the arrangements.
Some families also prefer a combination of services. For example, I might live stream the main ceremony and then professionally film later parts of the day in 4K, creating a separate edited funeral film afterwards.
If your funeral involves several locations, tell me how the day is planned and I'll recommend the most practical approach, including whether an additional operator will be needed.
Real Funerals I've Live Streamed
Over the years I've live streamed funerals in churches, crematoria, cemeteries, natural burial grounds and many other venues throughout the country. Every location presents different challenges, which is why practical experience is so valuable.
At St Nicholas' Church in Charlwood, near Crawley, the historic Norman church had exceptionally poor mobile coverage. I used four bonded internet connections and carefully positioned equipment to broadcast the service successfully, with relatives joining from England, Scotland, Australia and Canada.
For a Zimbabwean funeral at the Church of the Holy Apostles in Pimlico, the service included traditional singing, hymns, readings and tributes. The live stream reached devices across nine countries, allowing relatives overseas to follow the ceremony in London.
I've also covered large Ethiopian Orthodox funerals, including a service at St Mary of Debre Tsion in Battersea, with the funeral continuing at Islington Cemetery. This broadcast was accessed across 12 countries and demonstrated how professional streaming can connect an international community during a significant occasion.
My largest individual funeral broadcast has reached more than 3,000 devices. Whether the online audience is a handful of close relatives or several thousand, I approach every service with the same care.
You can watch more actual services, covering different faiths, venues and ceremonies, on my Funeral Live Streaming Examples page.
Funeral Streaming for Every Faith, Culture and Tradition
I've been privileged to work with families from many different faiths, cultures and backgrounds, and I understand that no two funerals follow exactly the same pattern.
My experience includes traditional Christian services, Catholic Masses, Jamaican and Caribbean funerals, African and Ethiopian Orthodox ceremonies, Sikh and Hindu funerals, Jewish and Muslim funerals, military services, natural burials and celebrations of life.
Some ceremonies are quiet and intimate, while others involve large congregations, extended prayers, music, processions and several locations. I take time to understand the arrangements beforehand, working respectfully with the family, funeral director and those leading the service.
That experience helps me anticipate what is happening, position cameras appropriately and ensure the important parts of the ceremony are captured without becoming a distraction.
Watch: a Caribbean and Jamaican funeral I live streamed, with family and friends watching online from the UK and overseas.
Funeral Overflow Rooms, Screens and Additional Support
Live streaming can also help when a funeral venue is too small to accommodate everyone attending.
I can relay the live picture and sound from the main service into a nearby church hall, village hall or other overflow space, allowing additional guests to watch together. I can also supply the professional screens, projectors and sound equipment required for this arrangement.
I recently provided this service for a large funeral at All Saints Church in Blackham, near Tunbridge Wells, where the church and village hall opposite were both filled with guests. The funeral was streamed from the church to the hall, while relatives further afield watched privately online.
You can find out more about how I provide funeral overflow rooms, screens and live relay, including arrangements for churches, village halls and separate buildings.
For other technical requirements, I also offer professional funeral AV support, including television screens, projectors, microphones and sound systems.
I can also arrange funeral photography or 4K videography, with additional team members where simultaneous coverage is needed.
Professional funeral streaming,
so no one has to miss goodbye.
Check availability for Funeral Live Streaming
Call or text me on 07772 509101 with the date, time and venue, and I'll check availability and send you a clear quote. I'm available seven days a week, 9am–10pm.