Our Testimonials

Our testimonials are statements made by Doves of Life customers that demonstrate their satisfaction with our service. We only use genuine testimonials because, apart from being unethical, if we used non-genuine testimonials it can look pretty obvious and it reduces the impact of the concept.

"Thank you so very much to Bernard for making our Wedding Anniversary so special. 40 Doves were released to celebrate our 40 years of marriage and it was an absolute delight to see. Our guests were as enthralled as Paul and I and it provided an interesting talking point for the afternoon. I am now busily thinking of other occasions when we could use this beautiful idea!! Many thanks to you both once again and we will certainly recommend you to other family and friends for their special days."
Paul & Marie

"The doves were beautiful. Everybody loved them and the children thought they were great. Our eldest son (5) wants them for when he gets married!! On the whole we had the most perfect day ever and we shall remember it and the birds forever with fond memories. Thankyou again."
Michaella & Jason, Haynes, Bedfordshire

"On behalf of the Branch, we would like to thank you for putting forward the idea and supplying the doves at this years' Remembrance Sunday Service. Everyone, without fail, thought that this was a fantastic sight and hope we will repeat it next year. So once again THANK YOU."
Mike Butcher, Hon Sec, Shefford & District Branch of The Royal British Legion

"Well what can I say…? From start to finish Bernard and his daughter were amazing! We started off by going to Bernard’s house and holding the birds. He made us feel so welcome and comfortable as I was a little wary of the doves. I’m so glad we decided to hand release the doves. The cages that the display doves were presented in at the entrance to the Church were stunning. It was a talking point for all the guests. It was such an unusual but lovely touch. Thank you for all your help. We definitely recommend your services to others … maybe we’ll see you at a Christening in the future!"
Jo and Charlie, Wheathampstead

"Thank you Doves of Life for helping make our day so memorable for us and our guests. What a lovely surprise for us; releasing your beautiful doves and such a great photo opportunity. When the doves circled in the evening sunlight they were spectacular."
Jamie and Phil, Bedford

"Thank you for delivering my surprise dove release gift so professionally. In particular arriving very early to ensure all went smoothly was much appreciated."
Michael (Best Man to Jamie and Phil, Bedford)

"Just wanted to say thanks for the great dove release at my son's birthday. Him and his friends really loved seeing the birds fly out of the basket and into the sky, their squeals of joy made my day! Thanks also for all the advice beforehand about what would work best, I appreciated the extra effort you took to make the day special for my little boy."
Jayne, Shefford, Beds

"We worked with Bernard and his doves on a film project in late 2011. Bernard was helpful and reliable during pre-production and extremely friendly on set. The doves looked beautiful, and we were very pleased with the final result. Without Bernard's accommodating attitude (and his equally acommodating doves of course) we wouldn't have been able to complete the film as we'd intended."
Daniel Battersby (producer, 'Birdcage') Clare Unsworth (director, 'Birdcage')
NB: this 10 min video was created by Daniel & Clare of Cambridge School of Arts and you can watch it on the Other Events page of our website.

"On a special visit to Bedfordshire to celebrate our wedding anniversary my Husband organised for a surprise release of doves. It was fantastic to see the beautiful birds who were so peaceful and elegant. It completed a perfect day! Thank you so much to Bernard and his wonderful Daughter for making the day extra special."
Lynne & Peter

"We would like to say how much we appreciated the spectacular release of your doves as part of the celebrations for our first grandchild’s christening. There were a number of people milling around but you unobtrusively set up the release station for not only a great photo opportunity but also as an elegant addition to the setting. The release of the birds certainly added a fine and meaningful touch to what for us was a very special celebration with so many of our family and friends."      Nic & Jane