Who can get married in St Helen’s Parish Church?

You can get married in St Helen’s Parish Church if you have a Qualifying Connection with the Parish. If in doubt, please contact the Church Office on 01744 22909 or info@sthelensparishchurch.org

How do I book a wedding?

Complete an application form which you can get from the Church Office. The vicar will then contact you and arrange a meeting with you.

To help you prepare for marriage, couples are expected to attend a Marriage Preparation Course. This is usually held in March and covers communication, expectations, intimacy and conflict as well as the wedding service itself.

If either of you lives outside the parish, you will need to arrange for your banns of marriage to be called in the parish where you live. It is your responsibility to do this but we can help. If either or you lives outside England, it is necessary to be married by Archbishop’s license, in which case there is no need for the calling of banns.

How much will it cost?

It depends on how many “extras” you want! The basic minimum covers the cost of administration, use of the building, and fees for verger and clergy. The more other people are involved – organist, choir, bell ringers, etc. – the greater the expense. We will discuss this with you when we first meet.

How can I find out more?

Contact the Church Office on 01744 22909 or info@sthelensparishchurch.org