Getting Married or Forming a Civil Partnership at Lancaster Registry Office
Lancaster Registry Office is a popular choice for couples who want an intimate civil wedding or civil partnership ceremony in the heart of Lancaster. The office is conveniently located on Moor Lane, making it easy for local and visiting guests to find, with good transport links and nearby parking.
Like all registry offices in England and Wales, Lancaster Registry Office is licensed to conduct legal marriages and civil partnerships.
Whether you’re planning a simple signing with just two witnesses or a small gathering of family and friends, the team at the registry office is there to make sure your day runs smoothly.
Every marriage ceremony held at Lancaster Registry Office must take place in the approved ceremony room named when you give notice of marriage. If you change your mind about the venue after giving notice, you’ll need to submit and pay for a new notice with the updated details.
For a wedding ceremony, you’ll need two witnesses present — they can be friends or family but must be over 16, able to speak English and understand the ceremony. On the day, you’ll sign a Marriage Schedule, a legal document that records your details, including names, date of birth, address, occupation and your parent or step-parent’s information if you wish to include it. After the ceremony, the schedule is kept by the registrar and the details are added to the electronic marriage register.
Civil partnerships can also be formed at Lancaster Registry Office. A civil partnership becomes legal once you and your partner sign the Civil Partnership Schedule in the presence of two witnesses and a registrar. Some couples prefer a simple signing without a formal ceremony, while others choose to include personal vows or readings. Although a ceremony is not legally required, Lancaster Registry Office offers flexible options if you’d like a small celebration alongside the signing.
Civil partnerships must also take place at the venue named on your notice of civil partnership. If you decide to change the location, you’ll need to submit and pay for fresh notices.
Couples choosing Lancaster Registry Office benefit from the friendly, experienced staff who guide you through every step, from giving notice to signing the legal paperwork on the day. Many couples also take advantage of Lancaster’s historic surroundings, stepping out after their ceremony for beautiful photographs at spots like Dalton Square, Lancaster Castle or Williamson Park.
Lancaster Registry Office welcomes advance bookings — it’s a good idea to plan ahead, especially for popular summer dates. To arrange your ceremony or check availability for a registrar, it’s always best to contact the office directly and discuss your plans in good time.
