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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