Gipping and Hartismere Register Office (Stowmarket)

Superintendent Registrar: Mrs Barbara Paternoster

Important information: - The Gipping & Hartismere Register office will be closed from 12 noon on 8th July 2009 for staff training


The Register Office at Stowmarket dates back to the 17th Century and has an historical link with the writer and poet, John Milton. It is surrounded by spacious and attractive gardens which make an ideal setting for memorable photographs. It has a seating capacity of 30 (making it an ideal office for smaller parties) and standing room if required for a further 10 guests.


Open for booking appointments, ceremony arrangements and general enquiries:

  • 9.30am - 4pm weekdays;
  • ceremonies held during office opening hours and on Saturday until 12.30pm (subject to availability);
  • ceremonies at approved venues and religious registered buildings by arrangement

Birth and Death Registrations:-

  • 9.30am - 12.30pm Monday to Friday;
  • 2pm - 4pm Monday and Thursday.

Notice of marriage  & Civil Partnership appointments:-

  • 10am - 4pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday;
  • 2pm -4pm Thursday.

An appointment system is in operation.