Fareham Registry Office

Registry Services in Fareham

Fareham Registry Office is conveniently located on Osborn Road South, serving this historic market town halfway between Southampton and Portsmouth. Situated near the northwestern corner of Portsmouth Harbour with its 800 years of naval history, the office provides comprehensive civil registration services in England’s first World Craft City. This modern facility offers accessible services in a town that perfectly combines Georgian High Street character with contemporary pedestrianised shopping areas.

How to Apply for Certificates

Booking Your Appointment

Fareham Registry Office operates exclusively on an appointment-only basis as part of Hampshire County Council registration services. You can book appointments by calling 0300 555 1392 or emailing fareham.registrars@hants.gov.uk. Given Fareham’s popular location between major naval cities and its growing reputation as a World Craft City, advance booking is recommended for all services.

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 or marriage)
• Place where event was registered
• For births: mother’s maiden name
• For marriages: spouse’s full name

Processing and Fees

Standard certificates cost £12.50 and are posted within 15 working days. Priority service costs £38.50 and will be sent the next working day if ordered by 4pm. Hampshire County Council supplies certificates for most events in Hampshire, excluding Portsmouth and Southampton areas. Recorded delivery is available for an additional £7.80 for extra security.

Planning Your Visit

Location and Transport

Fareham Registry Office is centrally located on Osborn Road South, easily accessible from the M27 (junctions 9 or 11) and with nearby railway connections. The town offers extensive car parking facilities and a central bus station, making it convenient for visitors from across Hampshire. Ferry ports for Southampton, Portsmouth, and Isle of Wight are all within easy reach.

Historic Market Town

Fareham’s origins date back to before Roman times, starting as a small settlement around a crossing point of the River Wallington. Known as Fernham in the Domesday Book (1086), the town has a rich heritage including Portchester Castle (the best preserved Roman fort north of the Alps), Fort Nelson with its Royal Armouries collection, and the ruins of 13th-century Titchfield Abbey with its Tudor gatehouse.

World Craft City

In 2021, Fareham became the first town in England to receive World Craft City status from the World Crafts Council, recognizing its exceptional collection of craft institutions and makers. The town boasts around 300 shops, traditional Monday markets with up to 50 stalls, and attractions like Westbury Manor Museum showcasing local history including Victorian brick-making that helped build landmarks like the Royal Albert Hall.

Registry Office Facilities

Fareham Registry Office features:

• Modern Accessibility – Level access, automatic doors, hearing loop, and accessible toilet facilities
• Ceremony Rooms – The Constable Room (up to 22 guests) and The Keep (up to 6 guests) available
• Central Location – Osborn Road South address in the heart of Fareham’s commercial district
• Hampshire Coverage – Serves most Hampshire events excluding Portsmouth and Southampton areas
• Professional Services – Full range of civil registration and ceremony services available
• Historic Setting – Located in England’s first World Craft City with rich Roman and naval heritage