What are the Church of England wedding fees in 2026?

Church of England weddings are arranged through your local parish, and the fees are not the same everywhere. Each parish sets its own charges for the ceremony, and these can change from year to year. There is no single national price that applies to all churches.

The cost usually covers the officiant, the use of the church, the music and the paperwork. Some parishes also ask for a donation to the church fund. If money is tight, speak to the vicar before you book. Many are happy to discuss what you can afford or whether a smaller ceremony would suit your budget.

You will also need to meet the church's own rules. Church of England weddings usually need banns read, or a licence, and there may be requirements about residency or baptism. These rules vary by parish, so ask early.

Because the fees are set locally and updated regularly, we cannot quote a figure here. Please check with your place of worship, the register office or GOV.UK for the current charges before you plan your budget.