Arranging your civil ceremony or civil partnership

Planning your civil ceremony or civil partnership

Bespoke ceremonies by South Lanarkshire's Registrars

Plan your civil ceremony or civil partnership ceremony

You can arrange a civil ceremony or civil partnership ceremony with us in South Lanarkshire. We offer ceremonies at the Town House in Hamilton or at a venue of your choice within the area. Contact us to check availability and start planning your day.

Our ceremony rooms in Hamilton seat between 10 and 84 guests. If you prefer another location, we can come to you. A risk assessment may be required depending on the venue. We will work with you to shape a ceremony that reflects what you want.

Choose your venue

You can:

  • book a room at the Town House, Hamilton
  • choose an approved venue anywhere in South Lanarkshire
  • South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture offer a range of ceremony venues. For further details visit the Weddings of distinction website.

Some venues may need a risk assessment before we confirm your booking.

Book your ceremony

To get started, email civilceremonies@southlanarkshire.gov.uk or complete our online enquiry form. We will guide you through the next steps.

Civil ceremony enquiry form

Costs and payment

Fees depend on the size of your ceremony, the day, and the venue.

Once we confirm your booking, you can pay online.

Pay ceremony fees

Lodge notice of marriage or civil partnership

If you intend to marry or enter into a civil partnership both parties must lodge notice of marriage or civil partnership forms.

Important information

Do not hand deliver notices or documents. We will not accept them in person.

Bespoke ceremonies by South Lanarkshire's Registrars

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Telephone: 0303 123 1015