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Marriages and civil partnerships

Marriages and civil partnerships

Information on planning a marriage or civil partnership in Northumberland. Visit the My Northumberland Wedding website for more detailed information.

Ensure you read this in full before you proceed to book. 

You can only give notice 12 months prior to the date that your marriage or civil partnership ceremony is due to take place. 

It must be given no later than 29 days before your ceremony date (we would never recommend leaving it this late).

Notice of marriage/civil partnership must be given in the area that you live in England or Wales. 

If you are getting married/forming a Civil Partnership in Northumberland you must have your ceremony already booked with our registrars or minister of religion before you give Notice of Marriage/Civil Partnership. 

If you're getting married/forming a Civil Partnership in a district outside of Northumberland, their policies may be different. You must check with the district where you wish to be married/form a Civil Partnership that the ceremony can proceed before you give Notice of Marriage/ Civil Partnership. 

There's a fee of £42 per person to give notice of Marriage/Civil Partnership. There may be additional charges depending on your circumstances.

Book your appointment

Contact our ceremony co-ordination team for more information on this and to book your appointment.

Weddings in Northumberland

Find venues for your big day, we have over 70 stunning venues in Northumberland.

Testimonials

Watch real life stories of Northumberland ceremonies, our happy couples tell us about their special day.

Suppliers

We have a range of talented suppliers who can provide cakes, photography, flowers and more. 

Wedding fairs and events

See potential venues set up for the big day and get inspiration for your ceremony by attending a wedding fair.

Civil Partnerships

A civil partnership can be personalised to suit your needs.

Renewal of vows

A vow renewal is a chance for married couples or civil partners to reaffirm their love for one another.

Copy certificates

We can provide copy certificates for all:

  • births
  • deaths
  • marriages
  • civil partnerships

That have taken place in the county since 1837.

Certificates cost £12.50 each.

Order a copy certificate

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