Planning your wedding

You can now get married in any Register Office or Approved Premise you choose. In Cumbria we can offer some of the best venues in the whole of the country. These include stately homes, historic buildings, first class hotels and Register Offices which provide charming settings for civil weddings. Although marriages are not allowed to take place outdoors or in temporary or moveable structures such as marquees or boats, certain venues do have permanent constructions outdoors i.e. pergolas, gazebos etc. which are licensed.

How far in advance can I make a booking?

A notice of marriage is valid for twelve months. However, you may be able to make an advance (provisional) booking with the Superintendent Registrar of the district where you wish to marry. The Superintendent Registrar will be able to give you more precise information on this.