Hull Registry Office

Registry Services in Hull

Hull Register Office, officially serving Kingston upon Hull, operates from The Wilson Centre on Alfred Gelder Street and conducts prestigious ceremonies at the magnificent Guildhall. The Guildhall is a Grade II listed building and magnificent example of Renaissance style architecture, serving as Hull City Council’s civic headquarters and one of the North’s most impressive venues for weddings and civil partnerships.

How to Apply for Certificates

Booking Your Appointment

Hull Register Office operates on an appointment basis for all services. You can book appointments by calling 01482 300300 or emailing register.office@hullcc.gov.uk. Located at The Wilson Centre Customer Service Centre, with ceremony services at the prestigious Guildhall, advance booking is essential for all registration and ceremony 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 can be ordered online with options for collection or postal delivery. You can also purchase keepsake folders to ensure certificates aren’t folded. Ceremony fees vary depending on the day of the week. Additional fees of £35 apply for health and safety visits to non-approved venues.

Planning Your Visit

Location and Transport

Hull Register Office is conveniently located at The Wilson Centre on Alfred Gelder Street in the heart of Hull city centre. The prestigious Guildhall ceremony venue is also on Alfred Gelder Street. Both locations are easily accessible by public transport, with Hull Paragon Interchange (train and bus station) within walking distance.

Historic Kingston upon Hull

Located in Kingston upon Hull, officially the UK’s 2017 City of Culture. The city’s rich maritime heritage and historic Old Town provide beautiful backdrops for wedding photography. Nearby attractions include Queen’s Gardens and Wilberforce Gardens in the museum quarter, perfect for post-ceremony photographs.

Parking and Access

The Guildhall provides an impressive marble entrance and is fully accessible. Both The Wilson Centre and Guildhall are in Hull city centre with various parking options nearby. The venues are well-connected by public transport including buses and the Hull Paragon Interchange for rail connections.

Historic Hull Venues

Hull Register Office services feature:

• The Guildhall – Grade II listed Renaissance architecture building, civic headquarters and prestigious ceremony venue
• Ceremony Room – Ground floor location at Guildhall accommodating up to 45 guests (excluding couple and photographers)
• Tapestry Room – Historic room with collection of historic tapestries where guests congregate before ceremonies
• Rich Heritage – Registration services dating back to 1837, first office located at Parliament Street
• Music System – Professional sound system capable of playing personal music choices including obscure selections
• City Centre Location – Prime Alfred Gelder Street location with easy access to gardens and photography locations