Births, marriages, deaths

The Registration Service deals with the statutory registrations of births, deaths and marriages.

• Copy certificates

  Request copies of birth, death, marriage and civil partnership certificates.

  Register office opening times

  Details about opening times and how to find us.

  Register a birth

  Details about when to register a birth and what to do.

• Marriages and civil partnerships

  Giving notice, civil ceremonies and venues.

  Bereavement services

  Bereavement support and information on burials, cremations and memorials.

  Family history searches

  Searches of birth, death and marriage indexes.

• Naming ceremonies

  Celebrate the birth of your child with family and friends.
   

  Registration service charges and fees

  Latest charges and fees for services.
   

  Citizenship ceremonies

  How to apply for British citizenship and what to expect at the ceremony.