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How to Make Your Civil Wedding Ceremony a Memorable Occasion
It is becoming increasingly popular for couples looking to marry to opt for a civil ceremony as opposed to a church wedding. There are many reasons why, including; wanting to make their day individual and creative, not being religious, or simply to save money. However, regardless of the motive behind choosing a civil ceremony, the people involved want to ensure that their day is special and memorable.
If you are considering getting married and are thinking about having a civil wedding ceremony, then it pays to be prepared. As a result, it is important to consider what you need to know and how to go about choosing the right services for your requirements.
A civil ceremony is defined as a non-religious marriage, which is carried out by a government official or registrar. There are many conditions applied to them, such as there must be no religious references or elements contained in the service. The location of the wedding must also be carefully thought about. For example, in England and Wales, you can only marry in a venue that has been licensed to hold a wedding, as stated under the Marriage Act.
Certain criteria are also applied to the physical venues, meaning that they must have a roof, they must be moored to their foundations and they have to have been licensed by the local registrar. Scotland differs from this slightly in that a couple can get married anywhere, as long as the registrar agrees to it first.
You are also required to give notice of your marriage. This entails visiting your local registry office or the one nearest to the location where you want to hold the wedding - this must be done at least 15 days prior to the wedding taking place. As a part of giving notice, you will be handed a legal document, stating such information as your name, address and occupation. Firstly, however, this must be displayed on the registrar's notice board for 15 days.
It is also important to think about where you're going to get all the items and services required for a civil wedding, like wedding flowers, a wedding dress, transportation to and from the venue and a photographer. There is a plethora of companies available to help you with all of these and it is wise to do some research. For instance, there are many websites dedicated to helping you with information about what you need, as well as offering information on where the best places to go are.
If you want to plan the perfect wedding that is suitable for you and your partner, then make sure you do your homework. From civil ceremonies, to advice on where to find the right things, it definitely pays to understand the options available to you.
About the Author Bian Salins is the Managing Editor of BT Tradespace - an online community where businesses can advertise and sell products & services and everyone has the opportunity to shop, chat and share their opinion.
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