Bath Registry Office

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

Important: All registry services at Bath Registry Office operate strictly on an appointment-only basis. No walk-in services available.

Registry Services in Bath

Bath Registry Office is housed in the magnificent Georgian Guildhall on High Street, providing essential civil registration services for Bath and the surrounding Somerset area. This Grade I listed building, designed by Thomas Baldwin between 1775-1778, offers a spectacular setting for life’s most important moments in the heart of Bath’s UNESCO World Heritage city centre.

Birth Certificates

Official birth certificates for births registered in Bath

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

Same-day delivery if ordered before 2pm

£38.50

How to Apply for Certificates

Booking Your Appointment

Bath Registry Office operates exclusively on an appointment-only basis with no walk-in services available. You can book appointments by calling 01225 477234 or emailing register_office@bathnes.gov.uk. As Bath serves both residents and the large university community, booking well in advance is essential, particularly during popular wedding seasons.

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 5 working days. Priority service costs £38.50 for same-day delivery if ordered before 2pm Monday to Friday. Postage fees apply: £2 for first class post or £3 for signed delivery.

Planning Your Visit

Location and Transport

Bath Registry Office is perfectly located in The Guildhall on High Street in the heart of Bath’s city centre. The historic spa city offers excellent transport links including direct train connections to London, Bristol, and across the South West. Bath Spa railway station is within walking distance of the Guildhall.

Parking Information

Due to Bath’s city centre location and Clean Air Zone, we recommend using public transport or the Park & Ride services. The nearest car parks are Bath Pavilion and Manvers Street short-stay car parks. Limited Blue Badge parking is available directly outside the Guildhall for disabled visitors.

Accessibility

The Guildhall main entrance features steps, but ramp access is available at the side of the building. For visitors requiring level access, staff can arrange to bring documents to ground floor rooms. An accessible toilet is available on the ground floor.

Historic Georgian Guildhall

Bath Registry Office is housed in one of Bath’s finest Georgian buildings featuring:

  • Thomas Baldwin Design – Built 1775-1778 by the renowned Georgian architect in Palladian style
  • Banqueting Room – Elaborately decorated in the Adam style with magnificent chandeliers
  • UNESCO Heritage – Located in Bath’s World Heritage city centre, famous for Georgian architecture
  • Grade I Listed – Historic building of exceptional architectural and cultural importance
  • City Centre Location – Walking distance to Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, and Royal Crescent
  • University Community – Experienced in serving international and academic families

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