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Guide to the Registration of Marriages and Civil Partnerships
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Guide to the Registration of Marriages and Civil Partnerships
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The Staff at the District Registrar’s Office would like to take this opportunity to congratulate you on your forthcoming celebration and to extend our best wishes to you both for your future together. We are available to discuss any aspect of your legal preliminaries to Marriage and Civil Partnership and guide you in planning your personal and unique Civil Marriage or Civil Partnership Ceremony.
Ceremonies are carried out during the following times: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays, 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
If you would like to make an enquiry please ring 028 7126 8439, email [email protected] or visit during office hours, Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Welcome
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You may choose to have a Civil or Religious Ceremony within the District.
Civil Marriage and Civil Partnership Ceremonies can take place in the District Registrar’s Office or in an Approved Place which has been approved by the Council. There are many beautiful locations with stunning surroundings throughout the District for you to enjoy. The current approved places are listed in this brochure.
Civil Ceremonies can also take place in a venue of your choice, which has been approved by Council, i.e. your home, garden, marquee, etc. Staff can advise you of the application process and fee.
Civil Ceremonies are performed by the District Registrar/Deputy District Registrar. Whether you are having an intimate gathering or the largest of celebrations, staff will assist you in planning your Ceremony to ensure that your Ceremony is perfect leaving you with memories to treasure. The style of the Ceremony is chosen by you; it may be informal or formal, include music, a formal entrance at the beginning of the ceremony, candle lighting and readings with a formal greeting of guests at the end of the Ceremony as they leave the room.
Marriage and Civil Partnership Ceremonies
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Religious Marriage Ceremonies mostly take place in a Church, Chapel or other Building of Worship. Services are performed by a Religious Officiant according to the relevant tradition.
If you plan to have a religious marriage you may obtain two Marriage notice Application Forms, either from the Registrar’s Office or download at www.nidirect.gov.uk A Religious marriage must be solemnised by a Religious Officiant authorised under the Marriage (northern Ireland) Order 2003. You should contact an Officiant to confirm that s/he is willing to solemnise your marriage. The Officiant must sign at least one of the Marriage notice Application Forms before they are submitted (with relevant documents – please see legal preliminaries and registration section) to the Registrar’s Office in the District where the marriage is to take place. Marriage notice must be given in the twelve month period prior to the date of the marriage but
preferably no later than eight weeks before the date and nOT lATeR THAn 14 DAYS BeFORe THe DATe OF THe MARRIAGe. A fee is payable for giving notice of marriage.
Although you do not need to visit the Registrar’s Office to submit your Marriage notice, either the bride or groom must attend before the date of your Marriage to collect the Marriage Schedule. The Marriage Schedule must then be given to the Religious Officiant before the date of your Marriage. Immediately after the Ceremony the Marriage Schedule must be signed by both spouses, by the person solemnising the Marriage and the two witnesses. Thereafter you must arrange for it to be returned to the District Registrar’s Office within three working days so that the Marriage can be registered. Your Marriage Certificate is then available for a small fee from the Registrar’s Office.
Religious Marriages
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Documents required
When delivering or posting the Marriage/Civil Partnership notice Forms to the Registrar’s Office each party must submit the following documents:
• Full birth certificate – long version (if you were born outside the uK, provide the certified copy of your birth certificate issued by the appropriate authority of that country and your passport or national identity card)
• If divorced – Original Divorce Decree Absolute
• If widowed – Death Certificate of Previous Spouse
• Passport
• If you are a National of an EEA Country, provide your passport or national Identity Card
• All other nationalities, please provide your passport
• If you DO NOT HAVE A PASSPORT, contact the District Registrar/Deputy District Registrar to determine other acceptable documentation
• If any document is in a language other than English, you must provide a certified translation into english
• Current Fee, (staff will advise).
Marriage/Civil Partnership Schedule
When the Registrar is satisfied that there is no legal impediment to the Marriage/Civil Partnership, s(he) will prepare a Marriage/Civil Partnership Schedule from the information you have given. It is a most important document – no Marriage or Civil Partnership can proceed without the Schedule. If you are a having a Civil Marriage/Civil Partnership the Registrar will not issue the Schedule to you in advance, but it will be available at the Ceremony for signature, and s(he) will subsequently register the Marriage/Civil Partnership. Your Marriage/Civil Partnership Certificate will then be available from the Registrar’s Office for a small fee.
legal Preliminaries and Registration of Marriage/Civil Partnership
legal preliminaries apply equally to both parties in that each person must complete a Marriage/Civil Partnership notice Application Form and submit to the Registrar’s Office no later than fourteen days before the Marriage/Civil Partnership Ceremony with relevant documents and fees. The Registrar needs to see documents that confirm your age, nationality, identity and marital status.
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Civil Ceremonies in Approved Places
Approved Places for Civil Ceremonies
You may choose to have your Ceremony in one of the Approved Places within the Derry District. These premises have been approved and issued with a Certificate of Approval by the Derry City Council. Initially you should contact the management of the chosen venue to make a provisional booking and then immediately contact the Registrar’s Office to check availability. Staff will advise you of the legal preliminaries, give you guidance on your Civil Marriage or Civil Partnership Ceremony and the relevant fee.
Beech Hill Country House Hotel32 Ardmore RoadContact: Mrs Patsy O’KaneTelephone: 028 71 349279
The Belfray Country Inn171 Glenshane RoadContact: Brian loughlinTelephone: 028 71 301480
The City HotelQueen’s QuayContact: Glenn BallantineTelephone: 028 71 365800
Custom House RestaurantCustom House StreetContact: liam or MarkTelephone: 028 71 363366
Da Vinci’s Hotel Complex15 Culmore RoadContact: Grianne O’DohertyTelephone: 028 71 279111
Everglades HotelPrehen RoadContact: Stephen MeldrumTelephone: 028 71 321066
Millennium Forum3 newmarket StreetContact: Paul MasonTelephone: 028 71 264426
Pitchers, International Golf CentreAlder RoadContact: Mehawl JackTelephone: 028 71 358811
The Thatched CottageCraft villageContact: Raymond, Shirley or JackieTelephone: 028 71 260329
Tower HotelButcher StreetContact: Conor PageTelephone: 028 71 371000
Verbal Arts CentreStable lane and Mill WallContact: James KerrTelephone: 028 71 266946
Waterfoot HotelCaw RoundaboutContact: Helen StewartTelephone: 028 71 345500
The White Horse HotelClooney RoadCampsieContact: Keith BaldrickTelephone: 028 71 860606
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TomorrowsWedding Emporium
20-21 The Diamond, Derry, Co. Londondery BT48 6HPTelephone: 028 7126 8001
Email: [email protected]
BRIDALWEAR
Our beautiful range of bridal gowns is from international fashion houses including Alfred Sung, Paloma Blanca, Mori lee and Farage. Our gowns are presented to you in luxurious surroundings of sumptuous cherry wood, rich deep pile carpets, and glittering antique crystal chandeliers. Arrangements can be made to cater for customers wishing to have a private appointment at the salon with their bridal party.
MENSWEAR
Our top quality formal range includes Magee and Wilvorst, together with waistcoats, cravats, bow ties and accessories, all located in a separate section of our Bridal Salon.
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Quiggs Florist
19 Great James Street, Londonderry, Co. Londonderry BT48 7BZTel: 028 7136 6452 Email: [email protected]
www.quiggsflorist.co.uk
Quiggs Florist is the longest established florist in the Derry area, customised for more than 30 years. Our team of florists is always pleased to offer advice on our
full range of flowers and gifts. Traditional and contemporary floral designs available. Our Wedding Specialist is always on hand to create the day of your dreams.
Harvest House
16 Main Street, Eglinton, Londonderry, Co. Londonderry BT47 3PQTel: 028 7181 1890 Email: [email protected]
www.harvesthouseflorist.co.uk
At Harvest House we can supply a wide range of stunning seasonal wedding flowers at competitive rates. If you’re planning your special wedding day, then let Harvest
House decorate your wedding hall with a full range of beautiful flowers. Whatever your choice of colour or type of flower, we can accommodate to suit your wedding theme.
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Kayleigh ClarkePhotography
07591 054023 [email protected]
Unique Contemporary Wedding Photography
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ultimate TouchesYou Deserve The Ultimate Touch…
Showrooms in Claudy, Dungiven and Dollingstown Tel: 07766 755898Email: [email protected] www.ultimatetouches.co.uk
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We provide chair covers, centrepieces, backdrops, throne chairs, candy cart, lanterns, red carpets, table linen including lace overlays and much more. everything you need to give your room that
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ultimate DressesLuxurious Dresses for your
special day...
414a Ballyquin Road, Dungiven BT47 4NQ
Tel: 028 7774 1828
Email: [email protected]
www.ultimatedresses.co.uk
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Ultimate Dresses is the sister venture of Ultimate Touches and we are bringing our usual high quality and excellent service into bridalwear. Appointments
are always necessary as we prefer private and personal consultations. evening opening every week night.
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Many congratulations! You have made one of the biggest decisions in your lives and we are delighted that you have chosen the Waterfoot Hotel to help you make your wedding day as special as you have always dreamed.
At The Waterfoot Hotel “Where Exceptional is Standard” we guarantee an individual personalised service from your initial enquiry right through to the day of your dreams. Our professional team are with you every step of the way ensuring every detail is perfect from start to finish. We have a range of packages to suit your needs and budget or we can tailor make your perfect wedding just exactly the way you want it.
Civil Ceremonies & Civil Partnerships
If you would like a Civil Ceremony or a Civil Partnership ceremony we are fully licensed for these special occasions and have two beautiful suites to choose from where you can take your vows.
Dates for 2012, 2013 & 2014 are booking out fast so we highly recommend you book a personal viewing with one of our wedding co-ordinators on 028 7134 5500. You will see why the Waterfoot Hotel has become the most popular wedding venue in the north West.
Caw Roundabout, 14 Clooney Road, Londonderry BT47 6TB 02871345500 | [email protected] | www.waterfoothotel.com
The Waterfoot Hotel
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Hard 2 HandleComplete Wedding Package
Tel: 07710 623767Email: [email protected]
www.h2hband.com
north West n.Ireland’s busiest 2 man wedding band. let us be the finishing touch to your special day.
Complete band and disco package. Big band sound at 2 man band prices! !
“Hi Brian and Jim, just wanted to say a massive Thank You. You were out of this world! I was never at a wedding where the whole reception was dancing from beginning of the the night til the end! Everyone said you were 1st class! ! Many Thanks, xXx”
Michelle & lee
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cakesbymiriam
20 Disertowen Road, Newbuildings, Derry BT47 3UNPhone: 07817 289509 Email: [email protected]
www.cakesbymiriam.co.uk
My aim is simple…
The most important day of your life deserves a very special cake, and a very personal approach. My passion is to design and create a unique cake that looks
great, tastes great and complements your wedding reception.
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Canterbury TailsExquisite Chair Covers
and Table Dressings
90 Canterbury Park, Kilfennan, Derry, Londonderry BT47 6DU
Appointment only
Tel: 0287 1312664 Mob: 07971 921252Email: [email protected]
www.canterbury-tails.co.uk
The Tower Hotel Your Wedding at
Tower HotelButcher Street, Derry, Londonderry BT48 6HL
Tel: +44 (0) 28 7137 1000 | Fax: +44 (0) 28 7137 1234Email: [email protected]
The 4 Star Tower Hotel is a perfect location for your civil wedding ceremony. Its secluded and picturesque setting on the historic city walls makes for a truly idyllic location to perform your nuptials. The Tower Hotel holds a licence as a civil ceremony venue, and has capacity to seat up to 250 of your closest friends for the ceremony.
The beautifully appointed Tyconnell Suite means we have the perfect venue for both the large or, a small, more intimate ceremonies.
Our experienced wedding coordinator will assist you with the careful planning of all aspects of your wedding, from the ceremony through to the celebrations afterwards. For more information on Civil Ceremonies, contact our Wedding Coordinator on [email protected]
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Suede Hair & Beauty
Appointments 028 7136 1123facebook.com/suedehairandbeauty twitter.com/suedehairderry
Suede Hair & Beauty College View, 110 Strand Road, Derry BT48 7NR
At Suede Hair & Beauty we are constantly evolving and expanding our services to offer our guests nothing but the very best in hair and beauty.
As an Aveda exclusive Salon, we use only Aveda Haircare, Skincare and colouring products. As partners with the world’s foremost eco-friendly cosmetics brand, we care for the planet, as well as your hair.
Our team is here to make your visit with us as enjoyable as possible – from your warm welcome to your fabulous finishing touch. We take great pride in offering you a service you’ll find nowhere else, finding the look that works for you and giving you advice on how to maintain that look at home.
So come in, relax and let us take care of you, because at Suede – it’s personal.
Fantastic Hairdressing - Fabulous Surroundings - First Class Service!
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This magnificent building dating from 1876 is located in the shadows of the Guildhall with stunning views
of the city’s iconic peace bridge
Award-winning food
Fully licenced for civil ceremonies
and civil partnerships in the heart of the city
T: 028 7137 3366 E: [email protected] W: www.customhouserestaurant.com
This document is available upon request in a number of formats including large print, Braille, PDF, audio cassette and minority languages.
For further information on alternative formats please contact: telephone: (028) 7136 5151 textphone: (028) 7137 6646 or email: [email protected]
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Pitchers Wine Bar & RestaurantAt Pitchers, we realise each and every wedding is unique and that your wedding day is one of the most magical days of your life, so why not let Pitchers make it extra special. Situated in the tranquil surroundings and overlooking the Donegal hills your wedding deserves a special setting.
12/14 Alder Road, Culmore, Derry BT48 8DBTel: 02871 358811 Mobile: 07791 921711Email: [email protected]
Telephone 028 7772 3652 [email protected] | www.northwestmarquees.com
Post 109 Castle Park, Limavady Londonderry BT49 0SW
NorthWest Marquees is one of northern Ireland’s leading marquee companies. Offering the complete package for weddings, garden parties, shows, concerts and any kind of special event – anywhere in northern Ireland. We are based in limavady, northern Ireland, but we cover the entire province and we have also carried out work in the Republic of Ireland on numerous occasions.
northWest Marquees
District Registrar’s Office, 14 Magazine Street, Derry BT48 6HHTel: (028) 7126 8439 Fax: (028) 7137 7964
email: [email protected]
