Hastings Register Office
Hastings Town Hall
Situated in the town centre this beautiful Victorian building is home to Hastings Register Office. Inside you'll discover a wealth of grandeur including a magnificent Gothic-style marble staircase, original stained glass windows and a number of portraits. A floor-to-ceiling stained-glass window on the staircase's half landing offers a beautiful backdrop for photos. There are three ceremony rooms which can accommodate ceremonies from 2 to 58 guests.
Room capacities include everyone except the registrars, the couple, all guests including witnesses, children and babies, photographers, videographers and musicians. The capacities are determined by fire regulations and cannot be exceeded.
There are no changing facilities at the town hall, you and your guests should arrive dressed and ready for the ceremony.
Ceremony rooms
Mayor's Parlour
Capacity: 15 (couple plus 13)
The Mayor's Parlour, located on the first floor, is the perfect room for intimate celebrations, of up to 13 guests. This luxuriously decorated room, in a blue and gold colour scheme, features a beautiful fireplace, a stunning chandelier, and two ornate sofas that can seat 6 to 8 guests.
Rossetti Room
Capacity: 20 (couple plus 18)
Named after the poet and painter Dante Gabriel Rossetti, who married artist, model, and poet Elizabeth Siddal in Hastings in 1860. Inspired by the Victorian Arts and Crafts movement, the décor features William Morris style wallpaper and two bottle green Chesterfield style sofas. A print of Rossetti's 'La Ghirlandata' hangs above the fireplace, and a copy of the couple's marriage certificate is displayed on an adjacent wall. This room is located on the ground floor.
Council Chamber
Capacity: 60 (couple plus 58)
Behind ornate wooden doors, you'll find the magnificent Council Chamber, an oak-panelled room, perfect for larger celebrations. Located on the first floor of the town hall, this impressive room features a grand vaulted ceiling, stained glass windows, a Bath stone fireplace, and a central aisle.
Fees
Ceremony fees include the hire of the ceremony room, your registrars, two legal certificates and one commemorative certificate.
Parking
The Town Hall does not have dedicated parking. There are several paid car parks and on street parking options within a 10 minute walk. These include; Priory Meadow Shopping Centre, Wellington Square, Castle Hill, and Hastings Station. There is a drop off point directly outside the town hall.
Booking a ceremony
To book a ceremony at Hastings Register Office call the Ceremonies Hub on 0345 60 80 198.
- Ceremonies take place Monday to Sunday
- Bookings can be made up to three years ahead
- Fees are payable in full at the time of booking
Address
Town Hall
Queens Road
Hastings
TN34 1QR