There are two different ways to have your wedding or civil partnership ceremony at Manchester Town Hall, and it is important to understand the difference before you book.
To book your ceremony directly with Manchester Register Office
When booking directly with Manchester Register Office, you are booking your ceremony in our dedicated ceremony room within Manchester Town Hall for ceremonies taking place from 3 January 2028.
The fee for this option includes:
- Use of the ceremony room for up to 40 minutes
- Occupancy of up to 85 people
- Attendance of the Registrars to conduct and register the ceremony
- One marriage or civil partnership certificate
You can personalise your ceremony using the options available through Manchester Register Office.
This option is ideal if you would like to hold your ceremony at Manchester Town Hall but make your own arrangements for any celebrations after the ceremony, such as a reception, food and drink, or an evening event elsewhere.
To book a wedding package through Manchester Central
Manchester Central offers a separate wedding and events service within Manchester Town Hall. You can find all the information at Manchester Town Hall, Venue Hire, Events & Weddings.
They can provide a range of wedding packages which may include the use of additional event spaces, hospitality, catering, drinks packages and other celebration options.
If you book a package through Manchester Central, Manchester Register Office would still provide the Registrars to conduct the legal ceremony. However, the Registrar attendance fee would be payable in addition to the package booked with Manchester Central. To check availability and book your Registrars attendance please contact us at registeroffice@manchester.gov.uk.
All event planning, hospitality, catering and celebration arrangements would be managed directly by Manchester Central.
If you are unsure which option is best for you please contact the ceremonies team at registeroffice@manchester.gov.uk, please include a contact number in your email.