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‘It is your day so we do it your way’
Our focus is on making it possible for couples to have the day they are dreaming of. Getting in touch with the relevant registrar as early as possible helps to achieve this.
Your civil marriage ceremony is a very personal occasion and all Argyll and Bute Registration staff want to help you make your ceremony special and tailored to your requirements. Have a look through our ideas or download our booklet.
Making your ceremony unique
Additional ways to make your ceremony personal
Promises
You may wish to make a promise to one another; you can write your own making the meaning more personal to one another.
Exchange of rings or gifts
The exchange of rings is a tradition that has been practiced for many years but it is not a compulsory part of the ceremony. Couples can also exchange gifts if they prefer or they do not need to exchange anything.
Readings or poems
Some examples to inspire you and help make your day more personal and special to you.
Your love story
You can ask a family member or guest to tell the story of your life together so far, this can inlcude how you met, how you were proposed to or what your plans for the future may be.
Acknowledgements
The Registrar can include as part of your ceremony a thank you to those who have travelled from away for attending or someone who has helped with the all the arrangements.
