Where can I get married?  Changes

In July 2007, the General Synod (the Church of England's governing body) approved steps to widen the wedding regulations; these come into effect on the 1st October 2008.  The regulations are designed to make it easier for couples to get married in a church that has special meaning to them.

The link with a particular church is called a “qualifying connection.”   Examples are:
•    their local parish
•    the parish where they were baptised and/or confirmed
•    a parish they have lived in for 6 months or more, at any time during their lives
•    a parish they have attended worship in for at least 6 months
•    the parish their parents lived or worshipped in (during the child's lifetime)
•    the parish their parents or grandparents were married in.

For more questions and answers about the Marriage Measure click here.

Fees

Fees for weddings and funerals are set by General Synod acting under the authority of Parliament.

For fees for this year, click here