A 'Naming' ceremony is a celebratory occasion where a child of any age is welcomed into his or her family. It provides the opportunity for the parents to make their own special promises and commitment to the child in the presence of relatives and close family friends.
Quite often additional promises and commitments are also made by supporting adults and grandparents. Readings and poems can be added, along with an option during the ceremony to present your child with a special gift should you wish to do this. Additionally there is also the opportunity for the parents to renew their wedding vows at this time.
Please note that a 'naming' ceremony and any written record of the event cannot be used for identification purposes and are not legally binding on those participating
Because a 'Naming' ceremony is not a legal one, we are able to offer a lot more options and flexibility. One of our celebrants will work with you to make sure it is a special day for you and your child.
Venue
The venue can also be flexible, although there is an additional fee for insurance purposes if the venue is not one of our approved premises. Any venue would be subject to our final approval. Go to 'ceremony venue list' for details of our approved premises.
Certificates
At the ceremony we present one commemorative certificate for the child, which includes the names of the parents and also the names of any supporting adults and grandparents. There is the option to purchase additional commemorative certificates including ones that may be given as gifts to the other involved adults.
Costs involved
Fees are as follows:
Wokingham Ceremony Room:
- Monday to Thursday – £122
- Friday - £257
- Saturday – By Arrangement
Non Approved and Approved Premises:
- Monday to Thursday - £265
- Friday and Saturday – £308
- Sunday and Bank Holidays - £360
Other premises:
- Monday to Thursday - £249
- Friday and Saturday – £308
- Sunday and Bank Holidays - £360
We require the full fee at the time of booking. This includes a non returnable booking fee of £50. Also included is the fee for one certificate. Each additional certificate costs £5.
Please contact us should you require any further details or indeed wish to make a booking.
Please should you require any further details or indeed wish to make a booking.
