Renewal of vows ceremonies

This ceremony is for any married couple or civil partners who wish to celebrate renewing their vows in a unique and personal non-religious ceremony.

 

Often these ceremonies are associated with a special anniversary, such as the tenth, twenty-fifth, etc. but the ceremony is just as appropriate for couples at any stage of marriage or civil partnership. It is sometimes relevant to those who have been through a period which has put a strain on their relationship, but who wish to celebrate their renewed commitment to each other.

 

 

 

They are for any married or civil partnership couple of any age. It is not necessary to live in the area in which the ceremony is to be held. Also it is not necessary to choose the same venue as the original marriage or civil partnership, although this is often a consideration.

 

 

In Peterborough ceremonies can be held at the register office and at other approved venues which are already licensed by Peterborough City Council for civil marriage ceremonies. The fees are as follows:

 

Monday - Friday	£150
Saturday	£200
Sunday	£200

 

There are no additional fees for ceremonies at the register office, but for ceremonies at other venues there may be additional charges for room hire, catering etc.

 

 

Neither the renewal of vows ceremonies nor any document issued following the ceremony has any legal effect and is not legally binding on those who participate. A celebrant will conduct the ceremony, but he/she will not be acting in an official capacity as a registration officer.

 

In addition it is possible for a couple who are already married to each other to marry again in accordance with the law. This may be considered if there is reason to doubt the validity of the first marriage.

 

A marriage or civil partnership certificate must be produced when booking a ceremony.

 

 

Further information can be obtained from Judy Moss, the ceremonies co-ordinator at Peterborough City Council on 01733 566323 or judy.moss@peterborough.gov.uk