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The Gatehouse at St Albans Register Office is one of the most sought after civil cermony venues in the UK. The stunning Victorian building was originally the governor’s residence of a prison and is a unique setting for any ceremony.

The ceremony room is situated on the ground floor and has been furnished in an elegant, neutral palatte to reflect the building’s historic character.

The Gatehouse is surrounded by beautiful gardens which feature a striking 1840 siege cannon.

The original prison doors and walls, which have featured in many television and film productions, provide a picturesque and unusual backdrop for photographs.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

Unusual weddings
Historic
Landmark
In the city
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Evening entertainment:

Evening reception facilities

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Car parking

Reviews for St Albans Register Office

Joanne
Joanne Sent on 11/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Everything we hoped for and more .

We were both getting married for the second time and knew we wanted something simple, intimate and meaningful. Although we had provisionally booked our ceremony a month beforehand, we actually arranged everything properly in just six days.

From the moment we arrived, it was perfect. The registrars were absolutely wonderful and made the ceremony feel so personal and meaningful to us. What we thought would be a simple ceremony became something incredibly special and emotional.

The venue itself was beautiful and we genuinely could not have wished for a better place to get married. It was relaxed, intimate and completely us.

It truly was the most perfect day, and one we will never forget.
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St Albans Register Office 1 Victoria Square AL1 3TF St Albans (Hertfordshire)

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