Weddings

If you or your marriage partner lives in Perton and you are getting married somewhere else, the Vicar who is conducting the wedding may have asked you to apply for a certificate of banns. There is a set fee of £34 for reading the banns and issuing the certificate.

What do I need to do?
You must complete an application form, signed by both people, and send it with payment to the minister of Perton. When the banns have been read 3 times, and providing there are no objections, a certificate is issued. You must take this to the minister who is conducting your wedding ceremony.

The certificate is valid for 3 months from the date of the final reading. Banns are usually called two months prior to the wedding. For example, if you are getting married sometime in August, we will read your banns on the first 3 Sundays of June.

How do I get the application form?

You can get the form in pdf format  here.  Or you can email or phone 01902-750232 and a form will be sent to you.

Do I have to attend church?
There is no legal requirement for you to attend during the reading of your banns, but we find that many couples like to visit on at least one Sunday. We always offer a prayer for couples who are preparing for marriage, and it is nice to meet the people we are praying for. Even if you are marrying elsewhere, Perton is your local church and you will always be made welcome.