Oldham Registry Office

Registry Services in Oldham

Oldham Registration Office is magnificently housed in the historic Grade II listed Chadderton Town Hall on Middleton Road, serving Oldham and the wider Greater Manchester area. This stunning Edwardian Baroque building, designed by Taylor & Simister in 1912-1913, features beautiful charming gardens, a distinctive green dome with four-sided clock, and offers both intimate register office ceremonies and elegant celebrations in the renovated Garforth Suite ballroom.

How to Apply for Certificates

Booking Your Appointment

Oldham Register Office operates exclusively on an appointment-only basis. You can book appointments by calling 0161 770 8960 or emailing registrars@oldham.gov.uk. As one of Greater Manchester’s most beautiful historic venues with charming gardens and professional dedicated registrars, advance booking is essential, particularly for weekend ceremonies in the elegant Garforth Suite.

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. Simple register office ceremonies start from £68.50 (Monday-Thursday, Saturday mornings) for couples with two witnesses only. Elegant ceremonies in the historic Garforth Suite ballroom range from £153.50 to £511.50 depending on the day and time, with all fees including one certificate.

Planning Your Visit

Location and Transport

Oldham Register Office is conveniently located on Middleton Road in Chadderton, just one mile west of Oldham town centre and six miles northeast of Manchester city centre. The venue is easily accessible from across Greater Manchester, with excellent road links including the nearby M60 and M62 motorways, and close proximity to Mills Hill and Moston railway stations.

Parking Information

Free parking is available right at the entrance of Chadderton Town Hall, making it convenient for wedding parties and visitors. This practical convenience, combined with the building’s beautiful grounds and well-organized operations, contributes to a serene atmosphere for important life events.

Accessibility

Chadderton Town Hall provides accessible facilities and the staff are experienced in accommodating visitors with different needs. The building’s well-organized operations ensure that all guests can comfortably access both the register office and the elegant ceremony rooms.

Historic Chadderton Town Hall

Oldham Register Office is housed in this magnificent building featuring:

• Grade II Listed Building – Historic Edwardian Baroque architecture designed by Taylor & Simister in 1912-1913
• English Renaissance Style – Red brick construction with stone dressings and distinctive green dome with four-sided clock
• Register Office – Simple ceremony room for couples plus two witnesses with straightforward processes
• Garforth Suite – Beautifully renovated ballroom accommodating up to 180-200 guests with barrel vaulted ceiling
• Charming Gardens – Extensive landscaping with beautiful grounds providing stunning backdrops for photography
• Professional Service – Dedicated registrars recognized for efficiency, kindness, and stress-free ceremony experiences