Provides details for the process of giving notice for marriage or civil partnership in England and Wales. In order to have a Civil Marriage or Civil Partnership you will need to give legal notice of intention in a registration office. During the appointment you will be required to produce specific documents as evidence of your ID, nationality and residence. At the end of the appointment you will be required to sign a legal statement to say that you intend to get married or form a civil partnership. Once your appointment is completed the details for your ceremony will be displayed at our Cambridge office for 28 days. The notice period of 29 days will start on the day when you attend your notice appointment. Please note that if one of you is a foreign national then your notice period can be extended to 70 days by the Home Office in certain circumstances. At the end of the notice period your marriage documents will be produced. You can only give notice up to 12 months before the date of your ceremony. We recommend that you give notice 4-6 months before your ceremony to ensure that all the legal requirements have been completed in time. Click here to find out how to book your notice(s), the original documents you'll need to bring to your appointment(s) and any additional fees that apply . If we are unable to take your notice, it may delay the date of your ceremony so please do not arrive at your appointment without the documents you require.

Swavesey Windmill Anchor 1 Swavesey Windmill Website Map Swavesey Windmill, Hale Road, Swavesey, CB24 4QP Tel: 01954 232247 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 95 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Outdoor Ceremony, Something Different Offering outstanding facilities, in unique and picturesque surroundings, with a bespoke flexible service tailored to your individual needs. The Windmill is set on the outskirts of the Cambridgeshire Fens, and is the perfect towering backdrop for any event. Whether just holding your reception or your whole day, they can accommodate large or small gatherings within their wedding marquee to suit any taste or style. Ceremonies are licensed to take place inside this beautiful venue or on the covered pond side jetty. They pride themselves in helping with planning and decorating to make sure your day runs smoothly. If you choose to hold your ceremony and reception with them, you are more than welcome to have the venue the day before your wedding to add your own personal touches. 1/5 Anchor 2

Wisbech Castle Anchor 1 Wisbech Castle Website Map Wisbech Castle, Museum Square, 1-2 The Crescent, Wisbech, PE13 1ES Tel: 01945 461333 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 29 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Public Building, Small Ceremony Room 1/5 Anchor 2

Cambridge Country Club Anchor 1 Cambridge Country Club Website Map Cambridge Country Club, Toft Road, Bourn, Cambridge, Tel: 01223 247 365 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 245 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Small Ceremony Room, Country Club 1/5 Anchor 2

Minstrel Court Anchor 1 Minstrel Court Website Map Minstrel Court, Ermine Way, Arrington, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire SG8 0AB Tel: 03334 444234 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 150 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Outdoor Ceremony, Something Different 1/5 Anchor 2

Bell Inn Anchor 1 Bell Inn Website Map Bell Inn, Great North Road, Stilton, PE7 3RA Tel: 01733 241066 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 95 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Hotels and Restaurants 1/5 Anchor 2

Christ's College Anchor 1 Christ's College Website Map Christ's College, St Andrew's Street, Cambridge. CB2 3BU Tel: 01223 334960 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 115 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: College, Small Ceremony Room 1/5 Anchor 2

Kimbolton Castle Anchor 1 Kimbolton Castle Website Map Kimbolton Castle, Kimbolton, PE28 0EA Tel: 01480 862227 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 195 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Halls and Stately Homes, Outdoor Ceremony One of the most beautiful and exclusive countryside venues in a stunning location. All functions are held in the Four State Apartments, which vary in size and character and sit alongside a staircase lined with a fine collection of Pellegrini murals. You are certain to enjoy the spectacular and tranquil environment of the castle which dates back to the late Stuart period. Exclusive use of the Castle State Rooms is guaranteed, combined with their dedicated Events Team who provide a professional service in supporting your memorable day. Licenced for ceremonies for up to 120 guests for the ceremony and wedding breakfast, you can celebrate your whole day there. Enjoy the evening celebrations in their impressive state rooms for up to 250 guests. Extensive menus and wine lists are available for all occasions and budgets as well as personalised menus. 1/5 Anchor 2

Tap & Grill @ The Farmers Anchor 1 Tap & Grill @ The Farmers Website Map The Farmers, 200 Broadway, Yaxley, PE7 3NT Tel: 01733 244885 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 120 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Hotels and Restaurants 1/5 Anchor 2

Holiday Inn Cambridge Anchor 1 Holiday Inn Cambridge Website Map Holiday Inn Cambridge, Lakeview, Bridge Road, Impington, CB24 9PH Tel: 0871 942 9015 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 95 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Hotels and Restaurants, Small Ceremony Room Your Wedding, Your Way at The Holiday Inn Cambridge. At Holiday Inn Cambridge, they understand that your wedding is one of the most important days of your life. So, given their global experience and reputation, they guarantee to attend to every detail, no matter how small, at every stage, of your plans. Their dedicated wedding co-ordinators will be available to help and ensure everything is taken care of, allowing you to relax and enjoy every moment of your special day. The stylish hotel can accommodate civil ceremonies and evening receptions for up to 120 guests with a variety of wonderful spaces. This includes a 15 acre field, which is available for hire, with or without event organisation. Whether you are looking for a small intimate wedding or a large celebration, with over 160 bedrooms to accommodate your family and friends, the Holiday Inn Cambridge is the perfect “one stop” venue for you, whilst offering great value, too! Choose from one of the new wedding packages or create, something more bespoke. The team are more than happy to discuss these with you and to cater for your unique ideas as a couple. Get in touch, they can’t wait to have the pleasure and privilege of hosting your special day! 1/5 Anchor 2

The Coach House Hotel Anchor 1 The Coach House Hotel Website Map The Coach House Hotel, Newmarket Road, Heydon, Royston, SG8 7PN Tel: 01763 208272 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 55 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Hotels and Restaurants 1/5 Anchor 2

Informaton about booking your ceremony You can book your ceremony yourself if your ceremony is taking place on or after Sunday, 26 April 2026. You will need to register an account to check availability and book your ceremony. Click here to register on our website . Availability within the next 3 months is very limited and we will only be able to consider earlier bookings in specific circumstances. If you require a short notice ceremony or are unable to book online then click here to contact us .

The Old Hall Anchor 1 The Old Hall Website Map The Old Hall, Stuntney, Ely, CB7 5TR Tel: 01353 663275 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 160 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Accommodation, Halls and Stately Homes, Outdoor Ceremony An award winning privately owned country house wedding venue, in a beautiful countryside setting overlooking three ornamental lakes and Ely cathedral. Fully licenced to hold Civil Ceremonies in either the stunning oak Garden Pavilion, or inside the cosy historic Main Hall, enjoy exclusive use and the highest standards of service and attention to detail. The team are experts in planning, so can really turn a vision into reality. 1/5 Anchor 2

Chippenham Park Estate Anchor 1 Chippenham Park Estate Website Map Chippenham Park Estate, Chippenham Park, Chippenham, Ely, CB7 5PT Tel: 01638 721416 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 115 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Country House, Outdoor Ceremony 1/5 Anchor 2

Lakeside Lodge Golf and Country Club Anchor 1 Lakeside Lodge Golf and Country Club Website Map Lakeside Lodge Golf and Country Club, Fen Road, Pidley, PE28 3DF Tel: 01487 740540 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 195 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Country Club, Outdoor Ceremony At the centre of Cambridgeshire, Lakeside Lodge caters for all your requirements to make your wedding day truly special. A large attractive function room with panoramic views of surrounding countryside from the large balcony as well as a bar, dancefloor, ample free parking, overnight accommodation and first class catering from their experienced chefs using the finest fresh ingredients. 1/5 Anchor 2

The Lodge Duxford Anchor 1 The Lodge Duxford Website Map The Lodge Duxford, Ickleton Road, Duxford Tel: 01223 755677 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 45 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Accommodation, Small Ceremony Room, Hotels and Restaurants 1/5 Anchor 2

Quy Mill Hotel and Spa Anchor 1 Quy Mill Hotel and Spa Website Map Quy Mill Hotel and Spa, Newmarket Road, Stow-Cum-Quy, CB25 9AF Tel: 01223 293383 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 75 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: Hotels and Restaurants, Small Ceremony Room 1/5 Anchor 2

You can meet us and discuss your plans at our office open days and at wedding fairs and venue open days across the county. You can meet us and discuss your plans at our office open days and at wedding fairs and venue open days across the county. January 2026 10/01 Ascham Rooms, Cambridge Open Day 11am - 1pm February 2026 14/02 Huntingdon Town Hall Open Day, 11am - 2pm Be among the first to experience our stunning new ceremony space! Join us for an exclusive first look at Huntingdon Town Hall, meet the team, explore the rooms, and feel confident that your wedding day just got even more beautiful. 21/02 Ascham Rooms, Cambridge Open Day 11am - 1pm 22/02 Lakeside Lodge Golf & Country Club Wedding Fair 10am - 2pm March 2026 01/03 Old Nene Country Club Wedding Fayre 11am - 2pm 01/03 Gonville Hotel Open Day 12 noon - 3pm 08/03 Swynford Manor Open Day 11am - 3pm

Harvey Court - Gonville and Caius College Anchor 1 Harvey Court - Gonville and Caius College Website Map Harvey Court - Gonville and Caius College, 3 West Road, Cambridge, CB3 9DS Tel: 01223 335400 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 115 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: College 1/5 Anchor 2

Girton College Anchor 1 Girton College Website Map Girton College, Huntingdon Road, Cambridge, CB3 8JG Tel: 01223 338966 Previous Next Back to Venues Max guests: 215 Note: The number above cannot be exceeded for safety reasons. It does not include the couple, 2 registration staff and 1 photographer. It does include everyone else in the room of any age - babies, children and all adults. Categories: College, Small Ceremony Room 1/5 Anchor 2