BCP Ceremonies Guide

Licenced Venues If you have chosen a licenced venue then please confirm with them the number of guests you are allowed. Parking Parking varies according to where you have chosen to have your ceremony. If you are having your ceremony in a BCP Ceremony Room you will be advised of parking with your booking confirmation pack. If your ceremony is with our licenced venues, then please discuss with them what is available to ensure there are no stresses on the day. Photographs and videos Your guests are welcome to take photos and videos if you are happy for them to do so. You are also welcome to have a professional photographer/videographer. If you wish to stream your ceremony to guests unable to attend, just let your registrar know on the day. Translators It is essential that you both fully understand the content and the full legal implications of your marriage/civil partnership ceremony. If there are any language difficulties, you must provide a translator who will sign a declaration to confirm that they have translated all

content for you. They do not need to be a qualified or approved translator, but you are responsible for ensuring they are suitable. Neither party to the marriage/civil partnership can act as the translator for each other during the ceremony. The translator will be required to sign the schedule as one of the witnesses. The Ceremony Saying ‘I do’ and repeating your legal declarations and vows to your registrar in front of friends and family can be daunting for some, but your registrars will be on hand to help you every step of the way and will guide and prompt you throughout, so relax and enjoy your day! Certificates The ceremony fee includes one marriage/ civil partnership certificate. You will not receive this on the day, it will be posted to your home address following the ceremony. Please allow ten working days for receipt. If you require additional certificates, these can be ordered online following your ceremony at bcpcouncil.gov.uk.

Certificates cost £12.50 per certificate.

Bournemouth or Christchurch: b-c.ceremonies@bcpcouncil.gov.uk Poole: poole.ceremonies@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Photography by Emma Rolfe

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