We are thinking of getting married, what is the first step?

If you are thinking of getting married at Christ Church, first of all you need to call at The Key Centre Reception and arrange an appointment with Jonathan Couper, the Vicar. He will explain to you all about getting married at Christ Church.

How do I know which Parish each of us live in?

Click here to find out which parish each of you live in.

What are the fees for getting married at Christ Church?

The current basic fee for getting married at Christ Church is £450.

What does the fee include?

This fee includes legal fees payable to diocese, vicar, organist , verger, sound system, lighting and heating, and  photography permission. It also includes the cost of a free Marriage Preparation Course, and a free place on the Marriage Course. The standard fee of £450 includes all the above, even if you do not requires some of the items.

Additional fees are charged  if you require a worship band instead of, or in addition to an organist. (Please contact Key Centre for further information)

Is there a course we can go on to prepare us for marriage?

At Christ Church we offer the Marriage Preparation Course to all couples getting married at our church. We recommend if you are thinking about getting married you both come on the course.

Why should we think about doing the course? 

If you’re like most people you prepare and plan for many things in life: education, career, retirement and holidays. And most couples spend up to 250 hours planning their wedding, but very little time, if any, planning for married life. There are many things you can do to begding a liin builfelong, happy marriage. Investing in your relationship before you are married will reap rewards for many years to come

Is there any support after we get married?

We would recommend that you come to an additional course for married couples 2 or 3 years after you get married. This is run at Christ Church at least once a year. The course runs over seven evening sessions. 

We also recommend Starfish, a local charity affiliated to Christ Church offering marriage counselling and support.

If you need any further information on any aspects of getting married at Christ Church please contact us

01262 404100