A marriage or civil partnership ceremony can take place on the river, however owing to licensing requirements, this would be confined to one of our static vessels (i.e. a non-sailing boat). You may have chosen the ideal location for your wedding ceremony, but you need assistance selecting your wedding breakfast or evening party site. We recommend contacting several venues to compare prices and styles of services before making your decision. The only requirement for a marriage ceremony on board a vessel is that it must be licensed as a restaurant by the local authority. This means that you will need to apply for a license from Richmond Council to use their premises as a venue for your wedding. If you are planning to hold your ceremony outside Richmond then there are other authorities in England and Wales who issue licenses for marriages held on land. They include counties, cities, towns and villages. The cost of applying for a license with these bodies varies depending on the size of the ceremony. Marriages on board a sailing ship are not permitted under English law. However, if you are married abroad and want to convert your marriage into an English civil partnership then such ceremonies are available at British embassies and high commissions around the world. There are many beautiful locations within Richmond where you could hold your ceremony. Our website includes links to all the important information you need about marrying here. There is also a list of recommended wedding vendors near the end of this article.