Renewal of vows ceremonies |
| What is a Renewal of Vows ceremony? These civil
ceremonies are specially designed to allow a couple who are married
or have entered into a civil partnership to re-pledge and celebrate
their love for one another and are often associated with different
occasions, for example a special wedding anniversary such as 10th,
25th or 40th. | |
These ceremonies are also particularly relevant to
couples whose relationship has been through a period of
considerable strain and having weathered the storm they feel that
it is time to renew their commitment to each other.
The content of the ceremony is chosen by you - the couple, you can
choose from a series of available options that reflect your own
feelings or sense of occasion. You can acknowledge your children,
you may wish to give new rings or gifts to each other. You may want
someone who attended your marriage, ie best man or chief
bridesmaid, father of the bride, to say some words, you can even
choose to include music and readings.
These ceremonies, although having no legal standing, offer a real
opportunity for the celebration of love and relationships.
Where can I have a ceremony?
Either at Telford &
Wrekin Register Office, The Beeches 29 Vineyard Road, Wellington,
Telford, or at one of our approved venues,
just click here for an up to date list.
When can I have a ceremony?
At the Telford &
Wrekin Register Office on Mondays to Saturdays. At an approved
venue on any day including Sundays and Bank Holidays.
How do I arrange a ceremony?
Step 1: For a ceremony at Telford & Wrekin Register
Office: Contact at the register office to check availability. You
can telephone on 01952 382444 or e-mail at
register.office@telford.gov.uk.
For a ceremony at an approved venue: Firstly contact the venue
to check availability and then the Superintendent Registrar at the
register office (contact details above) to ensure that a celebrant
will be able to attend.
Step 2: You will need to visit the register office to
make your formal arrangements and book the date and time. At this
stage you will be asked to pay a non-refundable deposit of £35.00
and advised of the balance of the fee to pay. Upon payment of the
deposit you will be given a pack to take away, this pack will help
you choose the ceremony that you would like. You will be advised of
the latest possible date for the return of your ceremony
choices.
Step 3: Once you have chosen your ceremony you should let
us have your instructions and outstanding balance and we at the
register office will arrange the rest. We will also sort out any
queries that you may have.
For an up to date list of the fees payable please
click
here. | |
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| Please note - Some documents published before
1st December 2006 may contain incorrect contact
numbers. |
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