Say ‘I do’ in style as Falkirk Registrar ceremonies move to historic Callendar House from April
From 1 April 2025, all office civil marriage ceremonies and civil partnerships conducted by the Registration Service will take place in the stunning surroundings of Callendar House, marking an exciting new chapter for civil ceremonies in Falkirk.
The move brings a touch of heritage and elegance to every ceremony, with couples now exchanging vows in the heart of Callendar Park. While the setting may be new, the legal 'place of marriage/civil partnership' noted on official certificates will remain listed as 'Falkirk Registration Office, District of Falkirk.'
Couples can currently choose between two distinct ceremony options designed to suit different needs and guest numbers:
• Monday ceremonies - The Study
Small statutory weddings and civil partnership registrations will be held in The Study at Callendar House. These events are limited to the couple and two witnesses.
• Friday ceremonies - The Queen’s Room
Larger ceremonies can be held in The Queen’s Room and include the couple and up to 32 guests.
Callendar House only hosts marriages and civil partnerships arranged through the Registration Service. Bookings for ceremonies outside of this arrangement are not available.
The Registration Service currently has a team of six staff members who have been based in the Old Burgh Buildings in Falkirk Town Centre. With the closure of that building, the team is now preparing to welcome couples to their new ceremony venue at Callendar House.
From 1 May 2025, other registration services such as birth and death registration, and marriage paperwork submission, will be delivered from Falkirk Library. Registrations can also be completed over the phone, giving customers more flexibility.
Falkirk Council Leader, Councillor Cecil Meiklejohn, said:
Callendar House provides a unique and attractive setting for ceremonies, with its historic features and location in the heart of Callendar Park. We’re pleased to be able to offer couples the opportunity to marry in a venue that combines practical facilities with a distinctive atmosphere.
“The closure of the Old Burgh Buildings has given us the chance to reimagine how and where we deliver our ceremonies, and we’re confident that Callendar House will make every ceremony feel extra special.