What is a naming ceremony for?
A naming ceremony is a non-religious way to welcome a new child into the family. They can also celebrate adoptive children and stepchildren forming part of a new family.
During the ceremony the following will happen:
- The celebrant will welcome your child into the family and announce the names you have chosen.
- Poems and readings from a wide selection can be read by the celebrant, or family and friends.
- Parents and chosen adults can make promises of commitment to the child.
- Grandparents and absent relatives can also be part of the ceremony.
- A certificate to commemorate the day will be signed and presented to you.
Where can the ceremony be held?
- Naming ceremonies are available at registration offices and all of the approved venues, including County Buildings. A full list of approved venues can be viewed on our Getting Married in Staffordshire website.
How much does it cost?
Registration Office
- When you make your booking you will be required to pay a £75 non-refundable booking fee, in addition to the ceremony fee below. This will secure the date and time of your ceremony. Your ceremony fee will be due 4 weeks prior to your ceremony going ahead.
- Monday to Friday: £275
Saturday: £300
Approved Premises
- When you make your booking you will be required to pay a £100 non-refundable booking fee, in addition to the ceremony fee below. This will secure the date and time of your ceremony. Your ceremony fee will be due 4 weeks prior to your ceremony going ahead.
- Monday to Saturday: £525
Sunday and bank holidays: £575
How to book?
You can book by calling 0300 111 8001 or to arrange for a call back please contact us