Coronavirus (Covid-19)

Our Civic Centre main reception is open by appointment only for council services that need a face-to-face meeting. If you have an issue that can only be resolved in person, please call to book an appointment through the Contact Centre helpline: 0208 464 3333. You will need to wear a face covering during your appointment.

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Naming ceremonies

We are not taking any more bookings for 2020 until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

If you wish to book for 2021/2022, please complete the ceremony enquiry form..

A naming ceremony is a very special way of celebrating the birth of your child and welcoming the new arrival into the family. It is also ideally suited to welcome an adoptive child or to embrace stepchildren into a new family.

The child or children can be any age. A naming ceremony is an opportunity for not just parents but grandparents and other special adults to feel involved as they pledge their love and support for your child's future development.

What is included in the ceremony?

parents promises to the child
supporting adults promises to the child
readings
grandparents can be involved

Where can I have a ceremony?

Ceremonies can be held at Bromley Civic Centre, or in any of our licensed venues.

Cost

Costs vary depending on where the ceremony is held. If you book your celebration at Bromley Civic Centre the fee will include the hire of the room for the duration of the service, a celebrant and a personalised ceremony.