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Bodleian Library Weddings

LEGAL marriage or civil partnership

A civil wedding ceremony or partnership is a legally binding ceremony. You can personalise it with readings and music, just so long as it’s not religious in content. It is conducted by a local registrar (from the Council) and we have a great relationship with the Oxfordshire Registration Services team – who are all so lovely!

 

 please contact the Oxford registration services to book your legal ceremony

BLESSINGS AND CELEBRANTS

A celebrant-led wedding is not legal, but still just a celebratory! Whether you don’t want to get legally married or  are getting married somewhere else, you can pick the perfect celebrant to officiate your wedding ceremony and personalise your day as much as you want!

 

we work with a number of great celebrants, see here for more details

 

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FANTASTIC PHOTOBOOTH FOR SALE 📸

This Bodleian Book Arch was handmade by M + J for their wedding earlier this year ❤ It has been built out of unwanted books from the St. Benet's Hall Library, so it is filled with Oxford History 📖

The book arch is approximately 2.8m tall and 2.4m wide, to store it the arch breaks down into four pieces that slot together, with a few 'cornerstone' books that slot over the joins. The books are hollow which keeps the arch pretty light.

It is not free-standing but has feet which takes the weight and keeps it stable - but would need to lean against a wall for photo opportunities!

If you're interested in buying this beautiful book arch, the couple are selling it for £500 - all enquiries please contact @extra_martha directly ☺️

Photography @robtarrenphoto
FANTASTIC PHOTOBOOTH FOR SALE 📸

This Bodleian Book Arch was handmade by M + J for their wedding earlier this year ❤ It has been built out of unwanted books from the St. Benet's Hall Library, so it is filled with Oxford History 📖

The book arch is approximately 2.8m tall and 2.4m wide, to store it the arch breaks down into four pieces that slot together, with a few 'cornerstone' books that slot over the joins. The books are hollow which keeps the arch pretty light.

It is not free-standing but has feet which takes the weight and keeps it stable - but would need to lean against a wall for photo opportunities!

If you're interested in buying this beautiful book arch, the couple are selling it for £500 - all enquiries please contact @extra_martha directly ☺️

Photography @robtarrenphoto
FANTASTIC PHOTOBOOTH FOR SALE 📸

This Bodleian Book Arch was handmade by M + J for their wedding earlier this year ❤ It has been built out of unwanted books from the St. Benet's Hall Library, so it is filled with Oxford History 📖

The book arch is approximately 2.8m tall and 2.4m wide, to store it the arch breaks down into four pieces that slot together, with a few 'cornerstone' books that slot over the joins. The books are hollow which keeps the arch pretty light.

It is not free-standing but has feet which takes the weight and keeps it stable - but would need to lean against a wall for photo opportunities!

If you're interested in buying this beautiful book arch, the couple are selling it for £500 - all enquiries please contact @extra_martha directly ☺️

Photography @robtarrenphoto
FANTASTIC PHOTOBOOTH FOR SALE 📸

This Bodleian Book Arch was handmade by M + J for their wedding earlier this year ❤ It has been built out of unwanted books from the St. Benet's Hall Library, so it is filled with Oxford History 📖

The book arch is approximately 2.8m tall and 2.4m wide, to store it the arch breaks down into four pieces that slot together, with a few 'cornerstone' books that slot over the joins. The books are hollow which keeps the arch pretty light.

It is not free-standing but has feet which takes the weight and keeps it stable - but would need to lean against a wall for photo opportunities!

If you're interested in buying this beautiful book arch, the couple are selling it for £500 - all enquiries please contact @extra_martha directly ☺️

Photography @robtarrenphoto
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FANTASTIC PHOTOBOOTH FOR SALE 📸 This Bodleian Book Arch was handmade by M + J for their wedding earlier this year ❤ It has been built out of unwanted books from the St. Benet's Hall Library, so it is filled with Oxford History 📖 The book arch is approximately 2.8m tall and 2.4m wide, to store it the arch breaks down into four pieces that slot together, with a few 'cornerstone' books that slot over the joins. The books are hollow which keeps the arch pretty light. It is not free-standing but has feet which takes the weight and keeps it stable - but would need to lean against a wall for photo opportunities! If you're interested in buying this beautiful book arch, the couple are selling it for £500 - all enquiries please contact @extra_martha directly ☺️ Photography @robtarrenphoto
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We're holding our very first Bodleian Wedding Open Day! 🤍

On Saturday 20th January 2024 we'll be dedicating a whole day for prospective couples to come explore the beauty of the Bodleian and meet our dedicated weddings team. 

The open day will be between 9:30 am - 4:30 pm and will be by appoint only. Appointments can be made by emailing weddings@bodleian.ox.ac.uk

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Florist @tuberoselondon
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We're holding our very first Bodleian Wedding Open Day! 🤍 On Saturday 20th January 2024 we'll be dedicating a whole day for prospective couples to come explore the beauty of the Bodleian and meet our dedicated weddings team. The open day will be between 9:30 am - 4:30 pm and will be by appoint only. Appointments can be made by emailing weddings@bodleian.ox.ac.uk Photography @ohbrother_creative Florist @tuberoselondon
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A picture-perfect wedding at the Bodleian Library 📸 

E + H are one of our recent couples who decided to have their wedding ceremony in the iconic Divinity School. With it's historic features and beautiful stonework who wouldn't want to begin their married life within this spectacular setting ❤✨

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A picture-perfect wedding at the Bodleian Library 📸 E + H are one of our recent couples who decided to have their wedding ceremony in the iconic Divinity School. With it's historic features and beautiful stonework who wouldn't want to begin their married life within this spectacular setting ❤✨ Photography @vandhweddingphotography Florist @wildflowerandfox_ Furniture BHK Rentals
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Only 100 days to go until our fantastic Spring Showcase! 💐🍰💍

On Saturday 2nd March we'll be opening the Divinity School after hours so you can experience the magic of our venue and also meet our fabulous local recommended suppliers ✨

Click on our linktr.ee link in the bio to secure your free ticket! ❤
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Only 100 days to go until our fantastic Spring Showcase! 💐🍰💍 On Saturday 2nd March we'll be opening the Divinity School after hours so you can experience the magic of our venue and also meet our fabulous local recommended suppliers ✨ Click on our linktr.ee link in the bio to secure your free ticket! ❤
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Our champagne coloured walls and ancient wooden features really do create the best backdrop for brides to truly shine ✨

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Our champagne coloured walls and ancient wooden features really do create the best backdrop for brides to truly shine ✨ Photography @bylumiere Florist @daisiesoxfordflowers
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