Naming ceremonies
Welcome your new arrival with a bespoke naming ceremony, the perfect alternative to a christening or baptism.
Where can we hold the ceremony?
You can choose to hold a naming ceremony at any of our four register offices or at a location of your choice, anywhere in East Sussex, excluding religious or political premises.
Any venue outside of our register offices will be subject to a risk assessment by East Sussex Registration and may require evidence of public liability insurance.
If you’re in need of some inspiration here is a list of some wonderful venues in East Sussex, including our own register offices.
Fees
Here you can find fees for celebration ceremonies.
The ceremony
All families are unique and we want your ceremony to reflect that. You'll be invited to include personal elements and along with our registrars create a ceremony that is both meaningful and memorable. Further information about the ceremony and the ways you can personalise will be provided once your booking has been confirmed.
Commemorative certificates
The ceremony fee includes one commemorative certificate, which you'll sign during the ceremony. This provides a lovely photo opportunity and a keepsake of your special day.
If you'd like to purchase additional certificates or other commemorative products, please contact the Ceremonies Hub 0345 60 80 198.
Ceremony personalisation appointment
Personalisation appointments allow you the opportunity to meet with a registrar to finalise the details of the ceremony. You'll review and complete the options form, deciding on personal additions, such as, readings, music, and personal promises.
These appointments will take place at a register office with one of our experienced registrars. This may not be the same registrar who conducts your ceremony, but they will be able to help you with your preparations and answer any questions you have.
A fee of £50 is payable for a personalisation appointment.
To book an appointment contact the Ceremonies Hub:
Phone: 0345 60 80 198
Booking a naming ceremony
You can book your ceremony by calling the Ceremonies Hub on 0345 60 80 198. Fees are payable in full at the time of booking.
Register office ceremonies
If you've chosen to hold your ceremony at an East Sussex register office, both the register office and registrar will be booked at the same time.
Ceremonies at any other venue or location
If your ceremony is taking place at a different venue, you’ll need to confirm it's availability before booking a registrar. Fees for the use of a venue are separate to the fees payable for the registrar.
Privacy notice
Here you can read our privacy notice. This notice explains how the information East Sussex Registration collects about you is used and your rights in relation to that information.