Marriages & civil partnerships

Information on planning a marriage or civil partnership in Northumberland

Give Notice of Marriage

You must do this within one year of your ceremony.

You cannot get legally married for 28 days after you have given notice.  

The couple wishing to marry must attend a register office in person with some documents.  

Contact our ceremony co-ordination team for more information on this and to book your appointment.
 

Weddings in Northumberland 

We have numerous stunning venues to offer for your big day on our dedicated weddings site, My Northumberland Wedding: 

Discover more about our 70 stunning venues in Northumberland. 

Testimonials 

Happy couples tell us about their special day. 

Wedding fairs and events 

Have a look at potential venues all set up for the big day and get inspiration for your ceremony by attending a wedding fair.View our upcoming wedding fair dates on My Northumberland Wedding. 
 

Civil Partnerships  

A civil partnership doesn’t have to be quick and impersonal at your local register office. You can have so much more. 

Find the information you need to plan your perfect civil partnership on My Northumberland Wedding. 
 

Renewal of vows 

A vow renewal is a chance for married couples or civil partners to reaffirm their love for one another. 

Find out about planning a vow renewal on My Northumberland Wedding. 

Copy certificates 

We can provide copy certificates for all: 

  • births 
  • deaths 
  • marriages 
  • civil partnerships 

that have taken place in the county since 1837. You can find out more about how to apply for a copy certificate on My Northumberland Wedding. 

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