Naming ceremonies

A naming ceremony is a very special way of celebrating your child's birth and welcoming a new arrival into the family.

It's a unique occasion for everyone to feel involved and to offer their support in a child's future development.

Naming ceremonies may be held at the Robert Hyde Room and Brumwell Thomas Room or at a number of approved, suitable venues throughout Stockport.

The fees for naming ceremonies from 1 April 2023 are:

Robert Hyde Room

  • Monday to Thursday: £135
  • Friday: £155
  • Saturday: £190
  • booking fee: £40

A deposit of £50 will be deducted from the fee.

Sir A Brumwell Thomas Room

  • Monday to Thursday: £190
  • Friday: £210
  • Saturday: £245
  • booking fee: £40

A deposit of £50 will be deducted from the fee.

Approved premises

  • Monday to Thursday: £200
  • Friday: £235
  • Saturday: £255
  • Sunday and Bank Holidays: £285
  • booking fee: £40

All the above fees are inclusive of VAT at the current standard rate and are subject to review annually.