St Michael, Bournemouth

About St Michael, Bournemouth

Perhaps St Michael, Bournemouth is your nearest parish church or if you have another strong bond with it, we'd be honoured to hear from you to talk about your plans for marriage. We can help answer your questions, even if you're not sure if you qualify for a church ceremony. Couples choose a religious setting for all sorts of reasons. Perhaps you'd like to marry in this church, simply get in touch.

Reasons to choose Getting married in a church

Embarking on the journey of marriage is one of the biggest steps you'll take in life. There are several reasons why marrying in church can add an extra layer of meaning to your wedding day:

- Getting married in a church will add a spiritual dimension to your marriage. God's blessing is the main attraction for many couples, whatever their beliefs. If you'd like to add a spiritual element to your wedding ceremony, then a church could be the perfect choice for you.
- You can make amazing vows, or promises, in a church. These vows, made in public, will help you to stay together and grow together.
- The Vicar has a vital role to play in your wedding. They can blend ancient tradition and modern experience to reflect your story, giving a truly personal spin on the classic church ceremony.
- Church buildings offer the chance to marry somewhere truly beautiful. Old or new, intimate or grand, our 16,000 churches are some of the nation's most stunning wedding venues, with two-thirds being listed buildings.
- Church buildings offer a sense of historical importance and closeness to the past. You can feel you're becoming part of history itself by marrying in the same place as your relatives.
- You can personalise the ceremony to suit you. You can even use an online ceremony planner to get you started. For some people, a church simply seems like the proper place to get married. Churches can be described as 'peaceful', 'serene', or having an atmosphere that makes marrying there a particularly special experience.

If you're not sure if you qualify for Getting married in a church or not, then simply get in touch and we'll be able to talk you through the process.