Register a marriage venue application guidance

Local conditions to be attached to grants of approval of premises that are not religious premises:

1. There should be adequate arrangements for disabled access.
2. Either the approval holder or responsible person must provide the information contained in Appendix E or Appendix F attached to the approval to the couple when a marriage or civil partnership booking is made.
3. The approved premises display sign must be displayed in a prominent position.
4. There should be a separate room, distinct from where the wedding ceremony will take place, available for the Registrar to interview the couple prior to the ceremony.
5. The holder of the permit should be able to ensure the provision of 2 car parking spaces for registration staff on days when weddings are taking place.
6. An appropriate microphone system must be installed for the registrars to use which will allow all guests to hear the ceremony (if applicable).
7. If any animals are to be involved in the ceremony, the Register Office must be made aware immediately by email: ceremonies@york.gov.uk.