Information and services Step 1: Choose a marriage or civil partnership The first step is to decide whether you want a marriage or civil partnership. Step 2: Choose your perfect ceremony venue Choose from one of our three register offices, or over a hundred licensed venues. Step 3: Choose your bespoke ceremony option Once you have chosen your venue, we have bespoke ceremony options to suit every couple and budget. Step 4: Book your ceremony Once you have decided on your venue and bespoke ceremony option, you can book your ceremony. Step 5: Give notice of marriage or civil partnership Book an appointment to complete the legal paperwork. Step 6: On your special day Important information for your special day and the necessary preparations you should consider. Step 7: Personalise your ceremony Make your ceremony memorable and meaningful to you. Our bookings terms and conditions Fees, amendments and cancellations, code of conduct, room capacity and more.