Shrewsbury Registry Office

Registry Services in Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury Register Office, the County Register Office for Shropshire, is magnificently situated at The Guildhall on Frankwell Quay near the historic Welsh Bridge in Shrewsbury town centre. With over 60 stunning approved venues across Shropshire’s beautiful countryside, this registration service offers couples and families exceptional choice for their most important celebrations. The historic market town setting, combined with modern registration services, provides an ideal location for life’s memorable moments.

How to Apply for Certificates

Booking Your Appointment

Shrewsbury Register Office operates exclusively on an appointment-only basis. You can book appointments by calling 0345 678 9016 or emailing registrars@shropshire.gov.uk. Although registration officers will make every effort to see walk-in visitors, appointments take priority and there are no guarantees of being seen within an hour without a pre-booked appointment.

Required Documents

When applying for any certificate, you’ll need to provide:

• Valid photo identification (passport, driving licence)
• Full name as registered on the original certificate
• Date of event (birth, marriage, or death)
• Place where event was registered
• For births: mother’s maiden name
• For marriages: spouse’s full name

Processing and Fees

All certificates cost £11.00 each and are processed within the standard timeframe. Shropshire Council’s Registration Service only accepts card payments – cash, cheques, and postal orders are not accepted. Bank transfer payments can be arranged for larger bookings. Ceremony fees are payable three months in advance for wedding services.

Planning Your Visit

Location and Transport

The Guildhall is ideally located near the Welsh Bridge in Shrewsbury town centre, within a 15-minute walk of Shrewsbury Railway Station and a 10-minute walk from the Bus Station. The historic market town offers excellent transport links across Shropshire and beyond, with Park and Ride services available from three locations: Oxon Business Park, Meole Brace Retail Park, and Harlescott.

Parking and Access

The Guildhall is located next to Frankwell Car Park where charges apply. Disabled parking spaces are available in Frankwell car park between The Guildhall and River Severn. The venue is easily accessible by bicycle or on foot, with bicycle parking available. For wheelchair users and visitors with pushchairs, access is via Welsh Bridge, as Frankwell footbridge has steps.

Sustainable Travel

Shropshire Council encourages sustainable travel with excellent public transport links and beautiful riverside cycling and walking routes. The scenic journey to The Guildhall through historic Shrewsbury makes the trip itself part of the experience, whether arriving for certificate services or celebrating life’s special moments.

Historic Guildhall Venue

Shrewsbury’s Register Office at The Guildhall features:

• Historic Town Centre Location – Beautiful Guildhall setting near the iconic Welsh Bridge in Shrewsbury’s heart
• County Register Office – Premier registration service for all of Shropshire with comprehensive civil registration
• 60+ Approved Venues – Extensive choice of stunning ceremony locations across beautiful Shropshire countryside
• Excellent Transport Links – Walking distance from railway and bus stations with Park and Ride services
• Accessible Facilities – Wheelchair accessible with disabled parking and modern amenities
• Professional Service – Experienced registration team providing personal attention for all life events