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Churches are special places and there are some things about a church wedding that you just can’t get anywhere else.
There are no legal restrictions on which day of the week you can have a church wedding, but some days may be better than others.
There are certain things that must happen in a church wedding to ensure the marriage complies with both UK civil and church law.
Ushers have an important role in making the wedding ceremony run smoothly. They have several duties on the day and also support the groom and best man in the lead up to the wedding.
As far as it is legally possible, we want to welcome you for a church wedding and Church of England churches have been celebrating this moment with couples for centuries.
All that time planning and dreaming about your wedding day or a christening, and now it can’t happen as you expected.
Some couples will need to apply for a Superintendent Registrar’s Marriage Schedule before their wedding instead of having banns. Read on for an outline of when you might need this, and what to expect when applying for one.
Walking into church with Dad or another special person remains a traditional start to a wedding service for many, although the way it happens can vary.
There are a few things to discuss with the vicar before your wedding date can be confirmed at a church, so make contact sooner rather than later to ensure you can synchronise the date with your reception venue.
Prayers are a big part of what makes a church wedding unique. It’s not just the vicar who prays – everyone gets involved.