Births, deaths and ceremonies Order a copy certificate
Note:
You are able to order copies of any births, marriages, deaths or civil partnership certificates where the event took place in Shropshire by telephoning 0345 678 9016 or email registrars@shropshire.gov.uk. If you're not sure whether the event took place in Shropshire and you are doing your family history why not check here.
Overseas customers - please order your copy certificates on the gov.uk website.
To ensure that we have the correct records you require, please consult the attachments on this page to check we hold the register for the area required, and the approximate date on which you believe the event took place, before placing your order.
Prices
Take a look at our fees section to find out how much copy certificates cost.
Church marriages
For couples marrying in a church you will no longer be issued a certificate, you should telephone 0345 678 9016 to apply and pay for a marriage certificate. Certificates are £12.50 each.
Adopted children
The General Register Office for England and Wales holds the adopted children's register. There are also general register offices for Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
Birth, marriages and deaths outside Shropshire
For births, marriages and deaths outside the county, you'll need to contact the relevant register office. To do this, visit the General Register Office for England and Wales website, and then type the town or postcode into the search facility on the site.
Commemorative certificates
Certificates are available for purchase to commemorate any special occasion, such as becoming a grandparent, reaching a particular age, marking a special anniversary, or any other occasion or achievement. The certificates, which are bespoke and personalised to the recipient, are signed by the superintendent registrar or her deputy, in full colour on high quality paper and may be laminated if required (£1 extra per certificate).