wedding Fees
We hope that your Church wedding will be a joyful and a memorable occasion - but it need not cost a fortune!
Wedding fees fall into two categories - those that are set nationally by the Church of England, and those that are set locally - usually to book third party services such as an Organist or Verger.
Compulsory costs (`Nationally Set Fees')
The basic legal fee for a Church of England wedding is set nationally and is annually reviewed. It includes the cost of the Vicar, the church, calling your banns, a banns certificate, the marriage certificate, lighting and all administration.
Local Fees & Disbursements
These are additional costs set annually by the Parochial Church Councils of the individual Glen Group parishes. Many are optional, depending on your preferences and budget. They include:
- Verger, to ensure that the church is warm, clean and tidy for your wedding and to assist with disability access arrangements etc.
- Church heating - usually from late Autumn to early Spring.
- Organist, choir or bell-ringers.
- Video License - if your wedding is filmed, the organist and other musicians can request an increase in their fee to take into account professional performing rights.
- The cost of these local fees will be advised when you book.
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