Civil Ceremonies at Highclere Castle
Highclere Castle is licenced to hold civil ceremonies. Details of the registrars can be found on
Hampshire Registration Service website: Hampshire Registration Service
A civil wedding ceremony is basically a legally approved marriage ceremony that contains no religious
aspects.
A civil ceremony is conducted by the superintendent registrar or deputy and must take place before
6pm but is subject to staffing arrangements at the Registrar’s office.
Some brides at Highclere also wish to hold a blessing during their wedding reception, whilst others
prefer to be married in a church. There are opportunites for a church wedding near Highclere,
subject to availability.