How much is a wedding at City Hall Belfast?

Marriage fees

Weddings	Fee
Civil wedding in Registrar’s office (Belfast City Hall)	£180 weekdays
£306 Saturdays
£360 bank holidays
Civil wedding in an approved venue	£213 weekdays

Do you need witnesses to get married Northern Ireland?

You will need 2 witnesses over the age of 18. The registrar who conducted the ceremony will register the marriage. Note: Further charges can apply for civil ceremonies that take place at a venue that is not a registry office.

Can you get married in Belfast City Hall?

You can have your civil ceremony in our Ceremony Room at the Registration Office in Belfast City Hall. We have a number of experienced registrars available to perform ceremonies and the office can accommodate up to five ceremonies each day.

Who can be a witness at a wedding Northern Ireland?

Making arrangements You should also arrange for two people, aged 16 or over, to be at your marriage to act as witnesses.

Do you have to wear a mask when getting married?

For most people, this would refer to wedding ceremonies. Therefore, your guests may now be required to wear a mask at the ceremony to protect their own health and that of our employees, however we will not police this requirement.

How quickly can you get married in Northern Ireland?

You must give notice in the 12 months before the date of your marriage or civil partnership. You must present your notice early enough to allow the registrar to make sure both parties are free to marry one another. The minimum period of notice is 28 days.

Can family members witness a wedding?

Anyone can be a witness provided they are over 18 years of age and they were actually present at the ceremony and witnessed the bride and groom sign the document. The two witnesses are the official legal witnesses to the marriage under law and their presence serves a legal purpose.

Can a stranger witness a wedding?

You absolutely can grab a complete stranger to be your wedding witness—so long as they agree to witness your wedding, that is! This is very common at elopements (where the couple get married privately, with no guests).

Are bride and groom included in guest count?

Does the couple count? The short answer is yes. Generally all of those people count but it can depend on the venue. Generally speaking anyone a venue must prepare to host or who contributes towards the capacity of the venue is included in the guest count.

How many wedding guests is normal?

According to The Knot Real Weddings Study, the average wedding size in 2021 was 105 guests. This is a major increase from the 2020 figure of just 66 guests, though lower than 2019’s average guest count of 131 people.

How much does it cost to get married in a registry office Northern Ireland?

Fees. The cost is £22.00 per notice form. Separate notice forms are needed for each person. If you are having a civil ceremony conducted by a registrar there is a fee of £36.00 for the solemnisation of the marriage.

Can my mum be a witness at my wedding?

It’s also popular to have parents be witnesses – typically one of the groom’s parents, and one of the bride’s parents. But you can choose whoever you want. It really doesn’t matter who witnesses your wedding, as long as it’s witnessed.

Can my daughter be a witness at my wedding?

Can my sister be a witness at my wedding?

Today, wedding witnesses perform the same role and it’s still a legal requirement to have them. Anybody who understands what a marriage is and what a legal ceremony should look like is fit to be a witness, even if they’re under 18. Any member of the wedding party can be a witness, too.

Is 100 guests a big wedding?

How many guests are typically invited to each size wedding? These numbers may vary a little depending on who you’re speaking with, but a small wedding typically includes 50 people or under, a medium wedding has a guest list of anywhere from 50-150 guests, and a large wedding has over 150 attendees.

Do you have to wear a mask at a wedding UK?

Face coverings are no longer required by law. However, the government suggests that people continue to wear face coverings in crowded and enclosed settings where they come into contact with people they do not normally meet, when rates of transmission are high.

Can siblings be witnesses at wedding?

Anybody who understands what a marriage is and what a legal ceremony should look like is fit to be a witness, even if they’re under 18. Any member of the wedding party can be a witness, too.

Can I hold a wedding ceremony at Belfast City Hall?

Wedding ceremonies and civil partnerships can be held at Belfast City Hall. It cannot be hired for wedding receptions. You can read more information about wedding ceremonies and civil partnerships.

When was the city hall in Belfast built?

The City Hall opened its doors on the first of August 1906. During a time of unprecedented prosperity and industrial might for the city. Belfast’s industrial revolution revolved around it’s ship building and textiles. The new City Hall was designed by Alfred Brumwell Thomas in the Baroque Revival style and constructed in Portland stone.

Where can I get married in Belfast?

Places of interest abound including vibrant shopping centres, the lively Cathedral Quarter, Queen’s University, historic buildings and many new hotels and restaurants. Legislation allows you to get married or form a civil partnership in the Belfast Registration Office or in one of the approved venues within the district.

How do I contact Belfast City Council for more information?

For more information and advice, get in touch. 028 9032 0202 Belfast City Hall, Donegall Square, Belfast, BT1 5GS