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Basingstoke Registry Office

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

Important: All registry services at Basingstoke Register Office operate strictly on an appointment-only basis. Phone lines open 08:00-20:00 Mon-Fri, 09:30-16:00 Saturday.

Registry Services in Basingstoke

Basingstoke Register Office is housed in the magnificent historic Georgian building called Goldings on London Road, providing essential civil registration services for Basingstoke and the wider Hampshire area. This beautiful 16th-century building, with its historic architecture and peaceful War Memorial Park setting, offers an elegant and memorable venue for life’s most important ceremonies.

Birth Certificates

Official birth certificates for births registered in Basingstoke

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

Basingstoke Register Office operates exclusively on an appointment-only basis. You can book appointments by calling 0300 555 1392 with extended phone hours Monday to Friday 08:00-20:00 and Saturday 09:30-16:00. As a popular venue with beautiful historic surroundings, advance booking is essential, especially for weekend ceremonies.

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 typically processed within 15 working days. Priority service costs £38.50 for next-day delivery if ordered before 4pm. Saturday morning ceremonies are available, making this venue particularly convenient for working couples.

Planning Your Visit

Location and Transport

Basingstoke Register Office is conveniently located on London Road, just south of the town centre. Basingstoke is a major transport hub with excellent rail connections to London Waterloo, Southampton, and throughout the South of England. The town’s central Hampshire location makes it easily accessible from across the region.

War Memorial Park Setting

The register office is situated adjacent to Basingstoke’s beautiful War Memorial Park, complete with its historic bandstand. This provides a stunning backdrop for wedding photography and celebrations, with the park just yards away from the ceremony venue, offering couples beautiful outdoor locations for their special day.

Parking and Access

The venue has its own car park with free parking for Blue Badge holders. Two Blue Badge parking bays are available within the car park, measuring 470cm x 340cm, located 44-47 metres from the main entrance. The Deanes Building car park provides additional parking facilities for visitors.

Historic Goldings Building

Basingstoke Register Office in Goldings features:

  • Georgian Architecture – Magnificent historic building dating back to the 16th century with Georgian features
  • Wellesley Suite – Elegant ceremony room accommodating up to 50 guests with vibrant atmosphere
  • Carnarvon Room – Intimate ceremony space for up to 20 guests, perfect for smaller celebrations
  • War Memorial Park – Adjacent park with bandstand providing beautiful photography opportunities
  • Extended Hours – Saturday morning ceremonies and extended phone booking hours
  • Central Hampshire – Prime location serving Basingstoke and the wider Hampshire region

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