Births, Deaths, Marriages

COVID-19 – important changes to Registration Services

Following the announcement by the Government on Monday 23 March, ceremonies and notice appointments will NOT be taking place until further notice. 

Further information is available on our website and we will be updating this as we get further guidance.  Thank you for your patience:

General guidance and advice from Cumbria Registration Service

Advice and guidance on marriage and civil partnership ceremonies

Coronavirus (COVID-19) - registering a death

Temporary arrangements for the registration of deaths in Cumbria during the COVID-19 outbreak

Find my nearest registration office

Services near your location:
Distances from your location are calculated "as the crow flies"
Actual travelling distances may vary according to the mode of transport used

Register a birth

  •  How to register a birth and book an appointment online

Register a death

  • How to register a death and book an appointment online

Register a still birth

  • How to register a stillbirth

Celebrant ceremonies

  • Renewals, namings and citizenship ceremonies

Getting married in Cumbria

  • Information to help plan your wedding day

Get a copy certificate

  • How to obtain a certificate of birth, death, marriage or civil partnership

Customer feedback

Fees and charges

Licensing approved venues

  • Information about the licensing of approved venues
Important information

Please use our online services if you wish to make an appointment or to order a certificate.

Alternatively you can send us an email at: registrationservice@cumbria.gov.uk

Or contact us on 0300 303 2472. Due to high call volumes we recommend using our online services if you are able to do so.

Useful links
HM Coroner

Information about the HM Coroner's Service in Cumbria