Our Team
Welcome to our Celebrant Team! Cress and Jo are dedicated professionals who specialise in creating personalised and meaningful ceremonies for all of life’s significant moments. Cress and Jo are committed to making your special occasion memorable and heartfelt, whether it's a wedding, funeral, or other milestone event. We pride ourselves on our empathy, professionalism, and ability to connect deeply with individuals and families, ensuring that every ceremony is unique and tailored to your needs.
Cress Tomlinson
Cress is a respected university lecturer and a trained celebrant, renowned for her compassionate and engaging approach in both academia and life celebrations.
In the academic sphere, Cress is dedicated to creating an inclusive and stimulating learning environment and demonstrates a dynamic teaching style that not only imparts knowledge but also inspires critical thinking and ethical reflection.
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As a celebrant, Cress is committed to honouring life's significant moments with warmth and sensitivity. Whether officiating weddings, funerals, or other milestone events, she will bring a profound sense of empathy and professionalism, ensuring that each ceremony is personalised and meaningful. Cress is able to connect with people from all walks of life, offering support and guidance during pivotal moments.
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Cress is married with 3 grown-up children, 2 grandchildren and numerous family pets.
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Jo Hudson
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Hi, I’m Jo, an independent celebrant based in North Yorkshire, England.
Hearts of Yorkshire Celebrants perfectly describes our celebrant business here in Yorkshire. We believe love and memories are unique to each ceremony. To honour and respect the journey of life with loved ones in the form of a bespoke ceremony is our speciality.
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My background is teaching - 30 years of planning, writing, organising and presenting! I have a love of music, art, animals and nature. I grew up in North Yorkshire, started a family and taught whilst living in Asia and later lived in Spain – immersing myself in diverse cultures, languages and traditions. I returned home to settle in this beautiful part of the world.
I look forward to supporting you on your journey –creating memories to hold forever.
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