Civil Naming Ceremonies

A Civil Naming Ceremony allows the celebration of the birth and naming of your child, without any religious content.

It is a perfect way to welcome babies or children into the family unit and the ceremony can be written to include Grandparents, Brothers and Sisters, and other family members as well as close friends.

Here on the Isles of Scilly we can offer five lovely venues for your special ceremony:

The Register Office, St Mary's
The Old Wesleyan Chapel, St Mary's
Juliet's Garden Restaurant, St Mary's
St Martin's on the Isle Hotel, St Martin's
Island Hotel, Tresco

The Register Office is situated on Porthcressa Bank with spectacular views over the bay. This venue caters for small parties of up to 8 people so it is perfect for a small and intimate ceremony. The fee for a ceremony in The Register Office is currently £130.

Alternatively chose from one of our Approved Venues. The Old Wesleyan Chapel is an old listed building with plenty of character and atmosphere. Juliet's Garden Restaurant has stunning views across the harbour. The fees for a ceremony at either of these venues are between £355 and £480 depending on the day of the week.

St Martins on the Isle is a lovely hotel situated on a small island surrounded by crystal blue water or the Island Hotel on Tresco, which is set in its own stunning gardens with a private beach.

The fee for a ceremony on St Martin's or Tresco will be between £455 and £580 depending on the day of the week.

A commemorative certificate, which is signed during the ceremony, will cost an additional £10.00.

For further information about Naming Ceremonies or if you wish to make a booking then please contact:



Mrs Sarah Handy Superintendent Registrar Isles of Scilly Register Office St Mary's Isles of Scilly Tel: 01720 424321 Email: shandy@scilly.gov.uk