Naming, Renewal of Vows and Citizenship Ceremonies

We are now able to offer Naming Ceremonies, Renewal of Vows Ceremonies, and Citizenship Ceremonies to welcome new British Citizens.

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A Naming Ceremony* is a lovely way to introduce the newest member of your family, or to celebrate the forming of a family by welcoming stepchildren or an adopted child. Each ceremony is tailored to meet your exact requirements, and can include non-religious readings or poetry according to your taste. Family members and friends make promises to support your child or children into adulthood, and it is also an opportunity to announce the names that you have chosen together with any reasons for your choice.

A Renewal of Vows Ceremony* is a way for married couples to celebrate a special anniversary or to renew your commitment to one another following times of difficulty, for example overcoming an illness. If you were married abroad and wish to have a ceremony in which family and friends who were unable to attend the wedding can be involved in a celebration of your marriage, then you too may like to consider a renewal of vows ceremony.

Renewal of Vows Ceremony

We will be pleased to welcome you for your Citizenship Ceremony once you have completed your application to the Home Office and have been notified by them that you may contact us to make your arrangements.

[ former Mayor Cllr Denis Daniels welcomes new citizens ]

Details of prices and further information on ceremonies can be obtained by calling the office and asking to speak to the Superintendent Registrar.

* Please note that neither the Naming and Renewal of Vows ceremonies, nor any documents issued during these two ceremonies, have any legal status.

We also have a brochure available upon request. Please telephone us on 020 8308 7515, or use the online brochure request form, if you require a copy.