Weddings
Why get married in church?
A church is much more than just a wedding venue. It offers a beautiful setting, a sense of peace, and the blessing of God as you begin your marriage together.
Your wedding will be personal and meaningful, with vows made before God, family and friends, and support from your church long after the day itself.
And when the celebrations are over, we’ll still be here for you.
If you would like your wedding to be at either St Leonard’s church in Padiham or St Margaret’s church in Hapton, please email: hello@padihamparish.org
Legal requirements
You can marry in a Church of England church if you can show
That one of you:
- has at any time lived in the parish of Padiham with Hapton for a period of at least 6 months, or
- was baptised (christened) in our parish, or
- is confirmed and your confirmation was entered in the register of confirmations in the parish, or
- has at any time regularly gone to normal church services in the parish for a period of at least 6 months
or
That one of your parents, at any time after you were born:
- has lived in the parish for a period of at least 6 months, or
- has regularly gone to normal church services in the parish for a period of at least 6 months
or
That one of your parents or grandparents:
- was married in the parish
If none of these apply, you can still get married in Padiham Parish if you regularly attend one of our churches.
For more information, see the Church of England website link here.
