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Coventry Registry Office

Your complete guide to registry services in Coventry, West Midlands. Get certificates, book appointments, and access all essential information for births, marriages, and civil partnerships.

Important: All registry services at Coventry Registry Office operate on an appointment-only basis. Payment accepted by card over telephone or in person.

Registry Services in Coventry

Coventry Registry Office, located in the historic Cheylesmore Manor House, provides essential civil registration services for Coventry and the surrounding West Midlands area. Operating from its current premises since the mid-1960s, this unique venue combines modern registry services with medieval charm in a building that was once part of Edward III’s estate.

Birth Certificates

Official birth certificates for births registered in Coventry

From £12.50

Marriage Certificates

Certified copies of marriage registrations

From £12.50

Civil Partnerships

Official civil partnership certificates and registrations

From £12.50

Priority Service

Next-day delivery if ordered before 4pm

£38.50

How to Apply for Certificates

Booking Your Appointment

Coventry Registry Office operates strictly on an appointment-only basis. You can book appointments by calling 024 7683 2222 (Monday-Friday 9am-5pm) or emailing registeroffice@coventry.gov.uk. Online booking is available for marriage/civil partnership notices and birth registrations.

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

Payment and Processing

Payment is accepted by card over the telephone or in person. Standard certificates cost £12.50 and are typically processed within 15 working days. Priority service costs £38.50 for next-day delivery if ordered before 4pm.

Planning Your Visit

Location and Transport

Coventry Registry Office is located at Cheylesmore Manor House on Manor House Drive. The central Coventry location provides excellent transport links throughout the West Midlands, with good bus and rail connections from surrounding areas.

Emergency Contact

For emergency situations outside office hours, contact the Council’s emergency number on 024 7683 2222, and they will contact a registrar on your behalf.

Historical Records

The Registry Office holds all original birth, marriage registers from 1837 to the present day, making it an important resource for family history research and genealogical enquiries.

Historic Cheylesmore Manor House

Coventry Registry Office is housed in the remarkable Cheylesmore Manor House, featuring:

  • Medieval Heritage – 14th century manor house, once part of Edward III’s estate
  • Black Prince Connection – Historical links to Edward, the Black Prince
  • Tudor Character – Three ceremony rooms each with distinct Tudor features
  • Cheylesmore Manor Ceremony Suite – Beautiful licensed rooms for civil ceremonies
  • Statutory Room – Accommodates couples and two witnesses for basic ceremonies
  • Historical Significance – Adjacent to authentic medieval manor house

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