How much does a wedding registry cost in the UK?

There is no fixed national price for a register office wedding. Each local authority sets its own fees, and they can differ between England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. You will usually pay two separate costs: one for giving notice of marriage, and another for the ceremony at the register office.

Giving notice is a legal step. In England and Wales, both partners must do this in person at their local register office, usually where you have lived for at least seven days. In Scotland, you submit a marriage notice to the registrar for the district where the wedding will take place. In Northern Ireland, notice goes to the registrar in that district.

Notice periods also vary: at least 28 days in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and at least 29 days in Scotland. The ceremony fee depends on the day of the week, the time, and the room you choose. To get accurate figures, contact your local register office or check GOV.UK. Fees can change, so always confirm before you budget.