Weddings/Ceremonies - Deal Town Council

Weddings, Civil Partnerships & Ceremonies at Deal Town Hall

Deal Town Hall is a licensed venue for Weddings & Civil Partnerships.

Deal Town Hall is a Grade II listed structure built in 1803 and is situated in the High Street of the picturesque seaside Town of Deal. Steeped in history, the elegant oak paneled chamber is surrounded by stunning oil paintings and artefacts, providing an intimate atmosphere for a wedding ceremony.

The entrance is situated in the charming outside Undercroft and is accessible via a large spiral staircase or lift. The Town Hall is a unique wedding venue that combines heritage, history and total versatility for your special day at any time of year.

Our professional and friendly team will help make every moment the perfect experience for you, your partner and up to 60 guests.

Mayor's Parlour wedding

For a more intimate wedding, we can also offer the Mayor's Parlour (pictured left) which can seat up to 16 guests.

If you would like to discuss or view the Town Hall for a Wedding or Civil Partnership please contact our Facilities Manager, Gary Simpson via email Gary.Simpson@deal.gov.uk or telephone 07785 629006.

Booking Guidance

Make an appointment with our experienced Facilities Manager to view the Town Hall.
Check the Chamber availability and complete a booking form; a deposit of £100 is required to secure the date.
The Facilities Manager will book the Registrar on your behalf who will then correspond with you directly regarding your ceremony. The Registrar's charges are separate to the Town Council's charges, please click on the following link for further information www.akentishceremony.com

One month before the event, the remaining balance for the Town Hall will need to be paid.

Two weeks before the event, finalise your requirements with the Facilities Manager at the Town Hall.

Wedding/Civil Partnership fees and hire charges

Town Hall venue hire is £370 Monday to Friday and £460 on Saturday.

Including charges made by Kent County Council’s Registration Service, the total cost will be £1,084 Monday to Friday and £1,374 on Saturday.

KCC’s Registration Service fees cover the ceremony and the attendance of the required registration staff. This is comprised of a registrar booking fee - £80, legal preliminaries - £84 and the ceremony fee is £550 (Monday to Friday) and £750 on Saturday.

For more information about the separate KCC fees, please visit the Kentish Ceremony website www.akentishceremony.com

Booking Conditions

Please ensure that you have read the conditions of use for the Town Hall before submitting a completed booking form.

Please note that Christmas decorations will be in place at the end of November and throughout December in the Town Hall and Undercroft.

You are still very welcome to book during these months but the Christmas decorations will remain in place.

Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact the Facilities Manager by emailing Gary.Simpson@deal.gov.uk.