Hampshire is a beautiful county and a wonderful choice for a wedding. From castles and country houses to hotels and barns, there are so many stunning locations to choose from. Wherever you marry and however informal or lavish an event it is, you can count on us to make your day truly special.
www.hampshireceremonies.org.uk
Civil Weddings
Civil Partnerships
Renewal of Vows
Welcoming Ceremonies
CEREMONIES HAMPSHIRE
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Hampshire Ceremonies here to make your day special
Many congratulations on your forthcoming Marriage or Civil Partnership. Hampshire is a beautiful county and a wonderful choice for a wedding. From castles and country houses to hotels and barns, there are so many stunning locations to choose from. Wherever you marry and however informal or lavish an event it is, you can count on us to make your day truly special. When you’re ready to book, we’ll work together to make sure your ceremony is everything you imagined. We are a passionate and dedicated team with years of experience conducting weddings and Civil Partnership ceremonies across Hampshire. Our Registrars truly love their jobs and pride themselves on making sure your day is unique.
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What is a Civil Ceremony/Partnership?
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Planning your big day
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Our marriage ceremony packages
Order of Ceremony
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Getting started p8 Changing a Civil Partnership to Marriage p11 Additional information p13 It’s your day, do it your way p14
Other ceremonies
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Register Offices in Hampshire
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Register Office ceremony rooms
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Information correct at time of print: January 2019
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Where can I get married or have a Civil Partnership?
For a Marriage or Civil Partnership to be legal it needs to take place in an Approved Venue or a Register Office (you can find details on our website) in front of the Registrars and two witnesses. If you’ve set your heart on a ceremony in a venue that is not approved, for example in your home, garden or perhaps somewhere else with special meaning for you both – we can arrange this for you alongside a simple ceremony at a Register Office. These two ceremonies can be conducted on the same day, or separate days, and we can arrange all this for you as one booking. We will happily answer any questions you may have. However big or small you want your day to be and wherever you have your heart set on marrying, we will be there to guide you as you take this next step on your journey as a couple. Once you have chosen your venue, please contact our Ceremony Liaison Team to discuss details for your special day.
Meet the Ceremony Liaison Team
Our Ceremony Liaison Team members are friendly, knowledgeable and experienced. You can rely on them to explain the choices available to you, ensure that you understand the legalities and guide you through personalising your ceremony with readings, vows and music. We want your ceremony to live up to your expectations and leave you with many wonderful memories. Our high-quality training and performance monitoring mean we get it right first time, every time.
Please visit our website: www.hampshireceremonies.org.uk for more details or call 0300 555 1392 to start your ceremony journey.
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Our marriage ceremony packages
You may have set your heart on marrying in a venue that does not hold a licence for civil marriage. This could be your own home, a friend’s home, in the open air or a favourite place with relevance for you both as a couple. Hampshire Ceremonies can help you to achieve your perfect day with one of our packages. For weddings at Non - Approved Venues
OneDay ceremony package
TwoGether ceremony package This package is designed for those who might prefer the legal ceremony on a separate day. You can choose any Hampshire Register Office (Monday – Saturday) for your legal marriage and within one month you can have your wedding ceremony at the venue of your choice. Available on any day (legal ceremony not available on Sunday).
A truly unique and personal wedding ceremony package means you can take advantage of the first-class expertise and knowledge of the Hampshire Ceremonies Team. This ensures that not only do you have the ceremony you always dreamed of, but that you are also legally married. With this package, your legal ceremony and your wedding ceremony will happen on the same day. Where possible we will try to ensure that the Registrar you meet in the morning for your legal marriage is the same Registrar that will come to you later in the day when you celebrate with your family and friends. Available on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. • Choose the Register Office for your legal ceremony in the morning (Aldershot, Alton, Basingstoke, Ringwood, Fareham, Havant, Winchester or Romsey). You can bring up to 10 guests for the legal ceremony. • Choose your venue and agree the time of your wedding ceremony (usually in the afternoon).
See the website for prices of our ceremony packages: www.hampshireceremonies.org.uk Or contact the Ceremony Liaison Team on 0300 555 1392 with any questions you may have.
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I can only say how delighted we were with the care, kindness and skill of the Registrars’ "
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Getting started 1. Choose your venue This could be anywhere in Hampshire – we can co-ordinate a ceremony for you in your garden, outdoors, ©Alisa Roberts Photography
on the beach, hotels, in Licenced Approved Venues and, of course, Register Offices.
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Book your venue Then get in touch with the Hampshire Ceremonies Liaison Team. Booking early is recommended to give you the best
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Confirm your booking for a Registrar You will be asked to pay a non-refundable booking fee. The rest of the fee is due three
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Giving notice You need to give ‘notice of your intent to marry or form a Civil Partnership’. You do this in person in the district where you live. If either of you are a non-EEA (European Economic Area) national or subject to immigration
To give notice you must prove where you live, your nationality, age and marital status. You also declare that you’re both free to marry or to form a Civil Partnership with each other. Notices are valid for 12 months from the date they’re given. You can’t give notice more than a year before your ceremony date and the minimum amount of notice is 28 days. On the day you give notice, go with your partner to the Register Office. The questions will be about you and your partner. They will check your paperwork and help with any issues or questions. They’ll also ask where and when you plan to get married and check that you have secured a booking.
control you may need to attend a specific designated Register Office to give notice. In Hampshire the designated offices are Winchester, Eastleigh and Aldershot. For more information please visit www.gov.uk
What paperwork do we need? You must bring original official documents, plus full English translations where necessary. We can’t accept photocopies. If you have any concerns, get in touch and we’ll be happy to answer your questions.
Please refer to our website for what you will need: www.gov.uk/marriages-civil-partnerships/ documents-to-take-to-the-register-office
Important note: This advice provides basic guidance only. It is not a complete or authoritative statement of the law. It is your responsibility to ensure you comply fully with the legal requirements. We will be more than happy to help you with the legal formalities before your special day. If you are unsure about anything then visit our website for more information or get in touch on 0300 555 1392.
What happens after giving notice? Details of the proposed marriage - names and wedding location - will be put on public display for 28 days, on a screen at Winchester Register Office. In some instances, this may change, so please speak to the Registrar about any special circumstances. If there are no objections after the 28 days, the Register Office responsible for organising your ceremony will issue ‘Certificates for Marriage’ or ‘Civil Partnership Schedules’. If you’re marrying abroad, you can collect the paperwork from Winchester. If you or your partner is subject to immigration control you may have to provide more documents. You might also be subject to the Home Office referral scheme. Please visit www.gov.uk for more information. 5. Winchester Register Office
You can book your appointment for your notice of Marriage or Civil Partnership online at: www.hants.gov.uk/registration
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Personalising your ceremony
The Ceremonies Liaison Team will go through all the legalities and help you to personalise your ceremony. While each Registrar
has their own way of delivering a ceremony they will adapt this and include additional vows as you wish. The team is at the end of the phone to help you with ideas and will provide any support you may need. We will keep an eye on how your ceremony plans are going and will remind you if there is anything more we need from you. You can email or phone us at any time during working hours if you have questions about your ceremony. We are here to help you right up to the big day.
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Couples who formed a Civil Partnership in England and Wales after 9th December 2005 can convert it to a Marriage. To convert your Civil Partnership to Marriage you will need to complete two stages: Changing a Civil Partnership to Marriage
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Your Application You will need to attend a Register Office to complete an application to convert your Civil Partnership. This takes approximately 30 minutes and is available at Basingstoke, Fareham and Winchester Register Offices. You must bring documents that confirm your current identity and address as well as a copy of your Civil Partnership certificate.
Signing your Declaration Once your application is complete you can finalise the process at that same appointment by signing your ‘Conversion into Marriage Declaration’. Or you can choose to sign it during a ceremony to celebrate your marriage at any Register Office or Approved Venue, on the same day or a later date. Fees for conversion ceremonies in Hampshire are the same as the fees for Marriages and Civil Partnerships. You can find details on our website at www.hants.gov.uk/registration/marriage You will keep the original date of your Civil Partnership to make sure there’s continuity of your legal status.
Please visit our website for further guidance: www.hants.gov.uk/registration/marriage
They made it fun, and serious where it needed to be. We have received a lot of compliments from our guests on how lovely the ceremony was "
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Additional information
Certificates and Passports Marriage/Civil Partnership certificates – how many copies will I need? We suggest you order a couple of extra copies of your Marriage or Civil Partnership certificate at the time of booking your ceremony. However, you may find you need additional copies at a later date for various purposes (insurance, passport, banking etc.). If at any time you require further copies of your Hampshire Marriage or Civil Partnership certificate you can apply as follows: Online at: www.hants.gov.uk/ registration-certificates By telephone: 0300 555 1392 Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5pm As well as our standard 7-day turnaround for requests, we also offer a priority service for urgently required certificates, guaranteeing that your certificate will be searched for and dispatched within 24 hours of being applied for (excluding weekends).
Changes to your passport There’s a lot to organise when you are getting married or forming a Civil Partnership, but don’t forget to notify the passport authorities if you are changing your name. Some countries may not accept a passport that has not been amended, even if you take your Marriage or Civil Partnership certificate with you. You can check with your travel agent or the country’s consulate if in doubt. You can change your passport details any time within the three months prior to your Marriage/Civil Partnership, although you can’t use your new passport until the actual day of your ceremony. To do this you will need to apply to the Passport Office. For application forms and further information on passport changes, please visit: www.gov.uk/ changing-passport-information If you are going abroad on honeymoon, remember to book any travel tickets in the name you will have in your passport at the time of travelling. For further information visit www.gov.uk
Re - registration of children Upon the Marriage of a child’s natural parents, the birth of that child may be re-registered as a result of the Marriage. You can make an appointment for a re- registration of the child’s birth under section 14 of the Births and Deaths Registration Act. You can search and download a form (LA1) for this purpose from: www.gov.uk Once the form has been completed and signed by both parents, you can make an appointment at a Register Office. Either parent can attend the appointment and you must bring the completed form, your child’s original birth certificate and your Marriage Certificate. You can purchase new copies of the birth certificate after the appointment.
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It’s your day,
do it your way
You have some choices about what you say for the legal statutory declarations and contracting words during your ceremony. These words are part of the verbal contract you’re making and are legally binding. Let us know on your ceremony planning form which versions you would like to say. You don’t need to remember them as the Registrar will say them and ask you to repeat them during the ceremony.
Legal declarations A. I do solemnly declare, that I know not, of any lawful impediment why I (your name), may not be joined in matrimony, to (your partner's full name). B. I declare that, I know of no legal reason, why I (your name), may not be joined in marriage, to (your partner's name). C. The Registrar asks: "Are you (your full name) free lawfully, to marry (your partner's full name)?" You reply "I am." Legal contracting words 1. I call upon these persons here present, to witness that I (your full name), do take thee (your partner's full name), to be my lawful wedded wife/husband. 2. I (your full name), take you (your partner's full name), to be my wedded wife/husband. 3. I (your full name), take thee (your partner's full name), to be my wedded wife/husband. After the legal part of the ceremony, many couples like additional vows when they exchange rings; you can write your own, choose from the example shown or refer to our website for some suggestions. Use the ceremony planning form to let us know the words you would like to use, and we will bring a copy of everything on the day, in case you forget! If you’re planning to write your own vows, we suggest you write the words on a card and read from this. But if you get a bit nervous and you want the Registrar’s help then just ask.
Examples of vows i. I promise that I will respect you as an individual, support you through difficult times, rejoice with you through happy times, be loyal to you always and, above all, love you as my wife/husband and friend. ii. I promise to always be there for you, to hold and protect you in good times and bad, to bring you happiness and to offer you support and understanding always. I promise to be faithful to you and to love, cherish and respect you for the rest of our lives. iii. I promise to love you in good times and in bad, with all I have to give and all I feel in the only way I know how, completely and forever. Examples of additional ring vows i. I give you this ring as a token of my love and affection and as a reminder of the promise we have made to each other. Wear this ring with happiness and pride, now and always. ii. I give you this ring as a sign of our marriage. Day by day, I promise to love you and to honour you, to treasure you and to respect you, to walk with you side by side in joy and sorrow. iii. I give you this ring as a sign of my love and commitment to you. I promise to always be there for you, to hold and protect you, in good times and bad.
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Well-chosen readings and music can really help to make your ceremony unique. Readings are also a wonderful way of involving friends or relatives on the day. Finding the right words to express how you feel about each other and what marriage means to you can make for some very special moments. There is a small selection of popular readings to get you started on our website: www.hants.gov.uk/birthsdeathsandceremonies/ marriage/vowsreadingsandmusic
Music choices also help to make a wedding special. From traditional musical pieces written for weddings to modern pop, and everything in between, music has a powerful impact on everyone’s emotions. Religious music is only allowed at religious weddings (in a church for example). If you’re unsure what might be suitable, let us know your music choices and we can confirm whether it is appropriate. Don’t forget to check with your venue to make sure you bring the music in the right format (USB, iPod, CD, MP3). A library might not be the first port of call for couples planning a wedding, but there’s more on offer than you may realise; with access to all the books, magazines, craft groups and online resources you need to plan your day. Join today at www.hants.gov.uk/library and: • Use the eMagazine service for free and unlimited access to the latest edition of ‘You and Your Wedding’ • Find books for help writing witty, memorable speeches • Join a craft workshop and make your own invitations, place setting cards, etc. • Find a dance class to learn your first dance as a couple • Prepare for your honeymoon by borrowing travel guides, maps and language books
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Planning your big day
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The Registrar was absolutely fantastic, empathetic, kind, enthusiastic and friendly. She was exactly the sort of person’ we hoped would marry us, thank you’ "
Some questions about your ceremony
You can call the Ceremonies Liaison Team in the lead up to your big day; we are available five days a week to help with the planning of your ceremony. When organising your day, you can submit as much detail and information on your planning form as you want. You can have your ceremony anywhere, any day, any time – subject to our availability. Please contact us to discuss your ideas and our ceremony packages. If you want to keep your ceremony short, sweet and simple the Registrars will conduct the ceremony as you wish. Once you have decided on your venue, contact us to book the Registrars for your big day. Your ceremony can be booked two years in advance and the earlier you contact us the more likely it is that you will get the date and time you want. You will need to pay a non-refundable booking fee to confirm your booking, with the remaining balance due three months before the ceremony.
Can my pet be a part of our ceremony? Yes, at an Approved Venue if the venue has agreed this. Unfortunately, we cannot allow pets (except assistance animals) at our Register Offices. Can I have candles at my ceremony? We are happy for you to personalise your ceremony so please let us know what you’re thinking about including. We just need to ensure that it’s safe and the Marriage Register is protected. We don’t want to disappoint you on the day. Can I have any religious content during our ceremony? We will do all we can to accommodate any requests – please contact us with your ideas and ask about our special packages. Can I hold a religious blessing just before my ceremony takes place? There are some rules and guidance that venues approved for Marriage and Civil Partnership need to follow. We are more than happy to advise you about this and it is important that you talk to the Ceremony Liaison Team about this before your big day.
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What happens on the day?
Before the ceremony The Registrar needs to meet the couple around 30 minutes before the ceremony can begin. This is known as the pre-ceremony meeting. This is to make sure that all the details for the Marriage Register are correct and it is a statutory requirement on the day. The Registrar will have a copy of your planning form with the words you will be saying. You do not need to bring any documentation with you on the day of the ceremony, the Registrars will have everything they need. They will talk you through the ceremony, check you are happy with all the plans and make note of any last-minute changes. We can hold this meeting with the couple together or separately, it’s your choice. We understand that some couples don’t want to see each other until they’re walking down the aisle. So, we recommend that one of you arrives 30 minutes before the ceremony, and the other 15 minutes before. Ask your guests to get there at least 20 minutes before the start. Remember to make allowances for traffic delays. Check where parking is for you and your guests and let them know. Factor in time for any pre-wedding photographs and try not to keep your partner waiting - this reduces the stress levels for everyone!
Some of your questions answered
How do we sign the Register? The Registrar will ask you to sign the Marriage Register using your normal signature. They run through this with you at your pre-ceremony meeting on the day. Can we write our own vows? Many couples like to add additional vows/promises. You can write your own or choose from some examples on our website. If you have chosen additional vows, we suggest you write the words on a card and read from this. The cards can be handed to the Registrar when you meet before the start of the ceremony and they will hand them to you at the appropriate time in the ceremony. Who can I have as witnesses? You need two witnesses to sign the Marriage Register. They can be family, friends, your children or anyone of your choice. They must be able to hear and understand English. Children should preferably be over 14 years of age. You may be able to include extra witnesses, just check with the Registrar on the day. The Registrars cannot be your witnesses.
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The ceremony It is normal to feel nervous during the ceremony, but rest assured our experienced ceremony Registrars will be on-hand to help you every step of the way. There is no need to worry about forgetting your lines, saying the wrong thing or doing things in the wrong order. All you need to do is relax and enjoy your day. Once guests and witnesses find their seats the ceremony will begin. The Registrar will ask everyone to stand to welcome you as you make your entrance. The Registrar will then open the ceremony with some warm words of encouragement and make the legal statements. After this, you will both, in turn, repeat the solemn legal declarations and contracting words. If you have readings and additional vows these will take place during your ceremony, making it personal, unique and special for you both. Our experienced team will guide you every step of the way. Once the main part of the ceremony has finished, you and your witnesses sign the Marriage Register. The Registrars will also sign the Marriage Register and present you with your Marriage Certificate. There will be plenty of opportunities for photographs throughout. The ceremony will last approximately 30 minutes, including the signing of the Register and allowing time for photographs. Can people take photographs and/or record the wedding? Your guests are more than welcome to take photographs before and after the ceremony. If you prefer to leave it up to the professional photographer, then let the Registrar know at the pre-ceremony meeting and they can announce this at the start. They can also mention social media and ask guests to respect your wishes on this subject. Video recordings are allowed, and the use of live streaming during the ceremony – just let the Registrar know on the day. Using a drone to video the ceremony is permitted, however the Registrar may need to cover the Marriage Register page for data protection reasons. Let us know on the planning form or on the day if you are intending to have a drone. May our guests throw confetti? If your ceremony is not in a Register Office, please check the venue policy on confetti. If your ceremony is at one of our offices, we simply ask your guests to shower you with confetti once you are outside the building.
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Order of Ceremony Background music of your choice can be played as your guests are seated
Processional music for the arrival of the couple
A welcome and introduction
A reading by a member of your wedding party
The definition of marriage according to the law
Declaratory words
Contracting words (vows)
The exchange of rings
Any personal vows
Another reading by a member of your wedding party Formal announcement that the couple are married
The signing of the Marriage Register
Photographs
Presentation of Marriage Certificate
Exit of the couple
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Other ceremonies Renewal of Vows ceremony
Welcoming ceremonies Welcoming ceremonies provide a unique way to celebrate key life events. These events can include: •The birth of a new baby •Adoption of a baby or child •A new relationship to celebrate two families coming together The celebration is personal to you and your new family. It also gives close family and friends the chance to pledge their support and love. These ceremonies can take place anywhere because they’re not bound by any legal requirements. The ceremony can also be added to a Marriage/ Civil Partnership ceremony, so you can enjoy a double celebration; you will receive a commemorative certificate to mark the occasion. Contact the Ceremony Liaison Team with any questions you may have.
Couples who are Married or in a Civil Partnership choose to renew their vows for many different reasons. Some people use the ceremony to mark a special anniversary, or to invite family members and friends who were unable to be at the wedding. Sometimes it’s simply to reaffirm your love for each other. These ceremonies can take place anywhere because they’re not bound by any legal requirements, so the possibilities are endless! During the ceremony you can renew your original vows or perhaps share some new promises to each other. You can exchange rings or other tokens of your love and invite guests to take part with readings. Even though the Renewal of Vows ceremony has no legal standing, we will present the couple with a commemorative certificate to mark the occasion.
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Great venues for your celebration
Personally commissioned by Queen Victoria and opened in 1863, the Royal Victoria Chapel provides a blend of elegance, beauty and tradition in a country park setting. Celebrate your special day here and you’ll enjoy the rare opportunity to get married in a royal chapel surrounded by extensive, beautifully-maintained parkland. The Chapel will be exclusively yours, along with access to the 150ft high viewing tower, gallery and garden. Sweeping views over the Solent and the surrounding countryside make for fantastic photos and a memorable experience for your guests.
Netley Abbey, Southampton,
SO31 5GA (postal) SO31 5DQ (sat nav) T : 02392 244077
E : rvcp.enquiries@hants.gov.uk W : www.hants.gov.uk/rvchapel
Winchester’s medieval Great Hall, home to the world famous ‘King Arthur’s Round Table’ is in the heart of this historic city, in central Hampshire. A range of ceremony packages are available. You and your guests have exclusive use of the hall and the beautiful, intimate Queen Eleanor’s Garden, an enchanting backdrop to your photographs. The public courtyard in front of the hall also provides stunning photo opportunities against the medieval stonework. Available weekends. The Great Hall can accommodate between 80-200 guests.
Castle Avenue, Winchester, SO23 8UJ T: 01962 845509 E: events@hants.gov.uk W: www.hants.gov.uk/greathall
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Register Offices in Hampshire
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Basingstoke
Aldershot
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Alton
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*Andover
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Winchester
Petersfield
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Romsey
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Ringwood
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Fareham Havant
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*This Register Office does not have a ceremony room
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Register Office ceremony rooms We offer a range of different sized ceremony rooms in locations across Hampshire, to suit all tastes and budgets. Some of our buildings have designated parking for the wedding car with public parking nearby. Many of the ceremony rooms are also easy to get to by public transport. All ceremony rooms have iPod/MP3/CD facilities.
Aldershot Register Office, Aldershot Library (From Spring 2019) 109 High Street, Aldershot, GU11 1DQ 20 guests (excluding Registrars and couple) Located in the heart of Aldershot and home of the British Army. Alton Register Office 4 Queens Road, Alton, GU34 1HU The Old School Room 41 guests (excluding Registrars and couple) This room is set within the quaint, flint-faced building that was previously used for school rooms. It was also once a church hall serving the ‘Jane Austen’ market town of Alton. A unique setting, the room decor is in keeping with the period of the building. It features rich drapes and fine art, creating an intimate atmosphere. There is a good-sized waiting area for guests, level access and a small yet charming courtyard for photographs.
Alton Register Office
The Old School Room
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‘Goldings’ Basingstoke Register Office
Basingstoke Register Office ‘Goldings’, London Road, Basingstoke, RG21 4AN The Wellesley Suite 50 guests (excluding Registrars and couple) Carnarvon Room 20 guests (excluding Registrars and couple) Goldings is a magnificent historic Georgian building dating back to the 16th Century. It is centrally located and sits adjacent to the War Memorial Park. The park has a lovely Georgian bandstand and an aviary, which offers a pretty photographic backdrop. Public parking is available close by. Goldings has stunning period features, including fireplaces, large sash windows and spacious waiting areas for guests. Each room has undergone extensive renovation sympathetic to the building and offers a vibrant atmosphere for any ceremony.
The Wellesley Suite
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Fareham Register Office 4 Osborn Road South, Fareham, PO16 7DG The Constable Room 30 guests (excluding Registrars and couple) Built in the mid-Victorian period, the Register Office was formerly Fareham’s police station - a heritage marked by the room’s name. The Constable Room is decorated in a classic style and is a typical townhouse design. It has a fully accessible private and spacious courtyard garden, which is a superb location for photographs.
Fareham Register Office
Outside weddings in The Keep.
Havant Register Office – The Plaza Civic Centre Road, Havant, PO9 2AX The Newlease Room 36 guests (excluding Registrars and couple) Situated in the heart of Havant, The Plaza is a modern civic building, with ample car parking nearby. Conveniently located in the Plaza, The Newlease Room provides a contemporary setting with a feeling of space and vibrancy in a high- quality public building. Petersfield Register Office, Petersfield Library 27 The Square, Petersfield, GU32 3HH The Heath Room 16 guests (excluding Registrars and couple) This is a modern space set within the same building as the library, on the second floor. The Register Office has wonderful views over the Petersfield rooftops - making it a perfect location for a local ceremony with family and friends. An historic market town at the heart of the South Downs National Park, Petersfield is a great setting for your special day. Also the town square outside the building provides a lovely photo opportunity. Alternatively, Heath Lake is only a few minutes’ walk from the office and offers a picturesque backdrop for your photographs.
Fareham Register Office - The Keep
Havant Register Office - The Plaza
Petersfield Register Office
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Romsey Register Office
Romsey Register Office, Romsey Library Station Road, Romsey, SO51 8DN The Mountbatten Room 20 guests (excluding Registrars and couple)
Romsey Register Office is just a few minutes walk from the centre of this traditional market town. The library is an attractive building with level access throughout. It has a small but pretty garden attached, which is a perfect backdrop for photographs. The town of Romsey offers many opportunities for photographs and is an excellent location for reception venues.
Romsey Register Office - The Mountbattern Room
Ringwood Register Office – Ringwood Gateway Ringwood Gateway, The Furlong, Ringwood, BH24 1AT The Forest Room 46 guests (excluding Registrars and couple) The Ringwood Gateway is in the centre of the beautiful market town of Ringwood, which is often referred to as the ‘gateway’ to the New Forest National Park. The Forest Room offers a modern ceremony room, furnished and decorated in a simple style. This leads to a small courtyard with ornate iron gates, accessed directly from the ceremony room, and is ideal for photographs.
Ringwood Register Office
Ringwood Register Office - The Forest Room
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The Basing Room
The Castle Room
Winchester Register Office, Castle Hill Castle Hill, Winchester, SO23 8UH The Basing Room 36 guests (excluding Registrars and couple)
The Castle Room 64 guests (excluding Registrars and couple) The Castle Room is a stunning choice for a ceremony. It is set in the heart of Winchester over-looking the Great Hall. This grand room features an impressive stained glass ‘River of Life’ art installation. Entry to the room is via a private lobby, where the bride can spend any time necessary before her entrance. Following your ceremony, you will exit onto Castle Hill through an old large oak door directly onto the cobbled avenue. This is a lovely place for photographs. Please note that this room is on the second floor of a listed building with no lift access. There are three stone flights of stairs to navigate, which may pose a barrier for anyone with limited mobility. There is a room downstairs for storing prams and buggies. Unfortunately, there is no access for anyone with limited mobility and those who need a wheelchair.
This is an elegant and tranquil room in the heart of Winchester. It is close to the historic Great Hall and the traditional decor in The Basing Room is in keeping with the grandeur of its impressive neighbour. It also boasts period features and a stunning chandelier. After your ceremony, you will exit onto Castle Hill through the old oak door directly onto the cobbled avenue. This is an ideal place for photo opportunities. Please be aware that this is an old building and the steps leading to it might be difficult to manage for people with limited mobility.
The Avalon Room 10 guests (excluding Registrars and couple)
This is an intimate, contemporary room featuring an ornate mirror and Rennie Mackintosh style seating. This room is ideal for a small gathering of close family and friends. You will exit through the ornate stone doorway of the Register Office directly onto the cobbled avenue leading to the Great Hall, which offers some lovely photo opportunities.
The Avalon Room
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AUDLEYS WOOD HOTEL BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE
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We o er a multi-award winning service with a stunning 1935 vintage Rolls-Royce; a 7-seater Daimler and the only convertible Daimler in the UK with built-in twin
confetti cannons! We cover Southern Hampshire and the New Forest area.
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The Audleys Magic �
Give your wedding that added magic. Elegant dining, beautiful bedrooms and a friendly, professional approach: we give every wedding that individual sparkle. 01256 817555 handpickedhotels.co.uk/audleyswood
HOTELS
BUILT FOR PLEASURE
of getting married in the beautiful New Forest?
• Bespoke or full package options available • Wedding licensed venue for up to 250 seated guests • Fully licensed function venue for up to 150 guests • Wedding photo package available Including shots with back drops of the Avon Valley & magical ancient woodland • Accommodation packages available Includes FREE* accommodation for the Bride & Groom in our Luxury Wedding Lodge with hot tub
Your wedding, your way.
For more information please email: weddings@awayresorts.co.uk Sandy Balls Holiday Village, Godshill, Fordingbridge, The New Forest, Hampshire, SP6 2JZ
At the Holiday Inn Farnborough we take genuine pleasure in organising your dream wedding reception or civil ceremony.
For details call 01252 894 311
Holiday Inn Farnborough www.hifarnborough.co.uk events@HIFarnborough.com
SOMERLEY WEDDINGS Estate Office, Somerley, Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 3PL www.somerley.com • Tel: 01425 473 621 • weddings@somerley.com
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For a truly memorable day
Yours exclusively for £1500 | Ceremonies, Receptions & Events | 01329 227 447 | camshall.co.uk
RHINEFIELD HOUSE HOTEL
Your perfect New Forest wedding �
01590 622922 handpickedhotels.co.uk
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Tie the Knot 315 acres of grounds nestled within the scenic North Hampshire countryside. Choose from six stunning civil ceremony rooms licensed for up to 160 guests, and then dance the night away with up to 400 friends & family in the evening. 50 luxurious bedrooms including a private 3 bedroom Garden Cottage.
A stunning setting for ceremonies and receptions, from the grandest wedding to a small intimate gathering, this beautiful stately home offers exclusive use to make your day truly memorable.
Credit: Stephen Duncan, Dave Burlison, Rob Burness and Angela Ward-Brown
Avington Park, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1DB t. 01962 779260 e. enquiries@avingtonpark.co.uk w. www.avingtonpark.co.uk
WWW.OAKLEYHALL-PARK.COM T +44 (0)1256 783350 | E ENQUIRIES@OAKLEYHALL-PARK.COM
Whatever style or size of wedding you have in mind, Langstone Quays Resort offers you a wonderful location and beautiful setting – the perfect start to the rest of your life. Packages from £2,995
Beautiful, picturesque scenery, a private location with grounds and gardens and fantastic facilities make Langstone Quays Resort the perfect venue for your wedding day.
Our dedicated wedding team understand everything it takes to make the big event everything you’ve dreamed of, for you and your guests. We’ll always go the extra mile for you too, and if there’s anything we can do to make your wedding even more special, all you have to do is ask. Langstone Quays are happy to discuss and plan any personal requests, no matter how big or small.
Call us: 02392 465011 Email us: weddings@langstonehotel.co.uk Langstone Quays Resort, Northney Road, Hayling Island, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO11 0NQ Langstonequays.co.uk
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SAY ‘I DO’ WITH MACDONALD HOTELS & RESORTS This is the beginning of the rest of your life, get ready to create some of the most memorable moments with us. With two superior and unique wedding venues, award-winning food and a host of experienced wedding planners, your special day will be truly unforgettable. MACDONALD ELMERS COURT HOTEL & RESORT The New Forest MACDONALD BOTLEY PARK HOTEL & SPA Southampton
www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/Weddings
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Lainston House is an elegant 17th century country house and barn, located within 63 acres of idyllic Hampshire parkland, offering a wonderful setting for your dream wedding. With an abundance of rooms to choose from, as well as an outdoor pavilion for ceremonies and our beautiful Dawley Barn, Lainston House presents a unique barn and hotel blend to fulfil your vision on your wedding day. Explore the picture perfect grounds including our chapel ruins, sundial garden and a mile long avenue of lime trees.
Lainston House, an Exclusive Hotel Woodman Lane, Sparsholt, Winchester, Hampshire SO21 2LT 01962 797824 | weddings@lainstonhouse.co.uk | exclusive.co.uk
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Your wedding day is one of the greatest days of your lives, and you want to fill it with wonderful memories. We can provide you and your guests with the opportunity to hold and fly our magnificent birds of prey, and help make your special day just that little more memorable. • 2 licensed rooms for civil ceremonies of up to 55 and 70 guests • 22 acres of beautiful grounds for photos including woodland and wildflower meadow • Owl ring delivery and Harris’s Hawk flying • Day receptions up to 55 guests for seated wedding breakfasts and 70 for buffets • Evening receptions, spacious area for up to 100 guests • Fully licensed bar available • Wide range of catering options • Ample car parking • Your wedding helps fund our conservation work with birds of prey Evening receptions, spacious area for up to 100 guests Why not add some feathered friends to your guest list?
Visitor Centre, Sarson Lane, Weyhill, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 8DY WE ARE LOCATED JUST OFF THE A303 Call 01264 773 850 or email jemma@hawkconservancy.org www.hawkconservancy.org
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The Perfect Venue
Our privately owned and independent hotel is set in the heart of Fleet, Hampshire. With a tree-lined driveway leading to this stunning property. A perfect venue for both large and intimate weddings, creating a magnificent day to remember. Talk to our experienced Wedding and Event Planner about a variety of bespoke Packages from £3600. Book one of our late availability dates and receive 15% off*
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Book your free consultation today! 0871 942 9075 | Events@hieastleigh.com www.hisouthamptoneastleighhotel.co.uk/weddings Your Wedding at Holiday Inn Southampton Eastleigh Wedding packages from £1,995!
Ensure the only blues at your wedding are worn by the bride...
Whether you want your big day to be an intimate celebration for family and friends or turn it into a big production, Ferneham Hall will make sure it will be one of the most exciting and memorable days of your life. We are licensed for all civil ceremonies as well as being the ideal venue for your reception. We offer two rooms which can cater for parties from two to over 200 people. This means you can organise your wedding service and celebration party all under one roof. Our experienced team will be able to guide you through your day so that you can relax and enjoy yourself. What’s more, if you would like something a little more out of the ordinary, with over 35 years of theatrical productions and concerts behind us, we could help you turn your day into a West End-style production with state of the art lighting, sound and pyrotechnic effects.
Ferneham Hall, Osborn Road, Fareham 01329 824864 www.fernehamhall.co.uk
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Lysses House Hotel
Our beautiful building and gardens make the perfect venue for your wedding reception, civil wedding or civil partnership ceremony. We offer an individually tailored day that you will always remember. So you can be sure of our undivided attention on your special day, yours is the only weddin g we cater for. For further information or to book an appointment to view our facilities please contact: Lysses House Hotel, 51 High Street, Fareham PO16 7BQ 01329 822622 Email: lysses@lysses.co.uk
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Weddings in the heart of Hampshire at New Place Hotel
Amazing Wedding Package Available on remaining dates for 2019 & 2020 Three Course Sit Down Meal and Coffee • Wine with the Meal Bubbly for Speeches • Master of Ceremonies • White Table Linen and Napkins • Church Candle Table Centre • Two Tier Wedding Cake with Stand and Knife • Complimentary Bridal Bedroom • Free use of Banqueting Suite for your Evening Party £39.99 per person in 2019 & 2020 January, February & November Special £29.99 per person on a Saturday and £24.99 per person on any other day So if you have 50 guests for your meal and 150 for your evening party our Amazing Wedding Package includes everything you need and can cost less than £1,250. You can of course upgrade any aspect of our package as you see fit.
As you approach the majestic New Place Hotel and step through the ornate wrought-iron gates, you’ll be wowed by the venue’s beautiful historic façade, lush green surroundings and charming interiors. A romantic hotel that evokes a sense of celebration, New Place Hotel is the perfect place to say “I do” in the Hampshire countryside. New Place Hotel High St, Shirrell Heath, Southampton, SO32 2JY 01329 833543 www.newplacehotel.co.uk sales@newplacehotel.com
Lymington Road, Milford-on-Sea, Lymington, Hampshire SO41 0RF www.southlawnhotel.co.uk - events@southlawnhotel.co.uk 01590 643911
Call us on 01329 833 108 to arrange a viewing and to discuss your bespoke experience
or visit www.rookesburyevents.co.uk
R ookesbuRy P aRk P rivately owned & family run venue in a secluded location
L icensed for weddings in the H all, O rangery or G arden
I n-house chef and team | T ailor made for your unique experience | L icensed B ar | A ccommodation
Rookesbury Park, Wickham, Hampshire PO17 6HT enquiries@rookesburyevents.co.uk
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A stunning Grade I listed mansion set in 121 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens Special accommodation rates for your guests We serve fresh, locally sourced and inspired dishes to satisfy your guests Fully licensed for Civil Ceremonies
Heart set on a garden wedding? We’ll make it legal. Our ceremony packages take care of the legal side for couples wanting to marry at a venue that doesn’t hold a marriage licence. OneDay : Take part in the legal ceremony at a Register Office in the morning, then the same Registrar will oversee your wedding ceremony at your chosen venue later in the day. TwoGether : This allows you to hold your legal ceremony at a Register Office on a separate day to your wedding ceremony, within a month. To find out more visit: www.hampshireceremonies.org.uk or telephone: 0300 555 1392
A dedicated wedding coordinator throughout Perfect backdrops for photos with 130 acres of peaceful garden parkland Complimentary bedroom for the happy couple Enjoy our new Park Spa as a newly wed couple or preparation with your bridal party
Contact our Wedding Team today We can’t wait to be apart of your special day
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Tel: 07736 849464 www.louosbornephotography.co.uk e: hello@louosbornephotography.co.uk
The Tithe Barn The Tithe Barn, with its seductive mix of history, informality and modern facilities, is an exceptional venue for those who value exclusivity, privacy and excellent service above all else. We offer a stunning space in which to entertain your guests; the Barn and the adjacent meadow is exclusively yours for your special day, with access from 8am. The Tithe Barn can accommodate up to 250 guests for a seated dinner and dance.
For further information please contact Sam Powers – Tel: 01730 825562 Fax: 01730 826609 www.tithe-barn.co.uk Email: info@tithe-barn.co.uk Old Ditcham Farm, Petersfield, Hampshire GU31 5RQ
Civil ceremonies | Wedding Breakfasts | Evening Receptions Discounted midweek packages | Extensive menu choices For further information or to arrange a viewing please call 01329 827 222 or email camshall-sales@crown-golf.co.uk
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CEREMONIES HAMPSHIRE www.hampshireceremonies.org.uk 0300 555 1392
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