Copy certificates and historical searches

At Penallta House Register Office we hold the records for most births, deaths, marriages or civil partnerships that have taken place in our district from 1837. If you are trying to trace an event that occurred outside of Caerphilly county borough, you will need to apply to the district where that event occurred. Our neighbouring register offices webpage provides some contact details you may find useful.

	Birth certificates Information about how to apply for a copy birth certificate and fees.
	Death certificates Information about how to apply for a copy death certificate and fees.
	Marriage and civil partnership certificates Information about how to apply for a copy marriage or civil partnership certificate and fees.
	Historical searches Information and resources available if you are researching your family history.
	Records and archives Record Offices collect and preserve records which contain information about the historic counties of Gwent and Glamorgan, and to make the records available to the public.
	Local history - Caerphilly Chronicle Explore and discover history through the ages from the Stone Age to the present day as you take an unforgettable journey through the county boroughs past. Experience the life of days gone as captured on camera and in tales told by people who lived during the events that shaped our lives.