Where can I have a civil marriage ceremony?
A civil ceremony can take place in a register office or other building licensed for marriage ceremonies within England and Wales. The ceremony is conducted by a superintendent registrar and a registrar.
Contact Details:
Address: The Register Office,
6a Bugle Street,
Southampton
Postcode: SO14 2LX
Telephone: 023 8091 5327
Email: registrars@southampton.gov.uk
Details of service:
A civil ceremony can take place in a register office or other building licensed for marriage ceremonies within England and Wales. The ceremony is conducted by a superintendent registrar and a registrar.
In Southampton, we have two marriage rooms available at 6a Bugle Street - the Register office marriage room and The Golden Jubilee Room.
The Register office marriage room seats a maximum of 20 people and is decorated in a modern style.
The Golden Jubilee Room has seating for up to 50 and room for a few extra guests to stand.
The Golden Jubilee Room has a beatiful stained glass window featuring the city coat of arms, the shields matching those on the Bargate and the seal of the City of Southampton.
England and Wales approved premises
A complete list of all the approved premises for marriage in England and Wales is available from the general register office
Southampton approved premises
There are also several buildings in Southampton which are licensed for civil marriages. For a list of these approved premises please see the related documents.
Last updated: 26 June 2008
