You can arrange a naming ceremony for a child of any age. If you're celebrating the birth of a new baby you can include the naming of an older sibling.
Ceremonies can be held in the Council House or an approved venue and can:
- be formal or informal
- include readings, poetry, music, and people that are special to you
A typical order of ceremony is:
- introduction and welcome
- readings or a speech by a special guest
- parents' promises
- guiding parents' promises
- signing of the certificate
- closing words
How to book
To book a naming ceremony, that can be booked up to two years in advance, email [email protected].
Naming ceremony fees
We only take payments by card.
Approved venue
| Attendance at approved venue | Fee |
|---|---|
| Booking fee (non-refundable) | £48 |
| Booking amendment fee (non-refundable) | £48 |
| Monday - Thursday (office hours) | £500 |
| Monday - Thursday (5pm to midnight) | £650 |
| Friday and Saturday (office hours) | £600 |
| Friday and Saturday (5pm to midnight) | £750 |
| Sunday (office hours) | £570 |
| Bank Holiday (office hours) | £840 |
Council House
| Reception room | Fee |
|---|---|
| Booking fee (non-refundable) | £48 |
| Booking amendment fee (non-refundable) | £48 |
| 30 minutes Friday or Saturday | £460 |