Hastings Register Office

Mayor's Parlour

Room Capacity: 15

Seated Capacity: 8 to 10

Located on the first floor, the Mayor's Parlour is ideal for an intimate celebration, accommodating up to 15 people. Two ornate sofas provide seating for 8 to 10. Luxuriously decorated in blue and gold, with a beautiful fireplace and stunning chandelier.

Rossetti Room

Room Capacity: 20

Seated Capacity: 8 to 10

Named after the poet and painter Dante Gabriel Rossetti, who in 1860 wed artist and poet Elizabeth Siddal here in Hastings. Inspired by the Victorian Arts and Crafts movement, the decor includes William Morris-style wallpaper and two bottle green Chesterfield style sofas, which provide seating for 8 to 10 people. A print of Rossetti's 'La Ghirlandata' hangs above the fireplace, and a copy of their marriage certificate features on the adjacent wall.

Council Chamber

Room Capacity: 60

Seated Capacity: 60

Set behind large ornate doors this magnificent oak-panelled room, with large, vaulted ceiling, is perfect for the slightly larger celebration. A spacious room furnished with rich red carpet and chairs, with a central aisle, stained glass windows and an impressive Bath stone fireplace.

The Rossetti Room is the only ceremony room located on the ground floor, the Mayors Parlour and Council Chamber are both located on the first floor; accessed via the marble staircase or a small lift. If you or any of your guests have accessibility needs it is best to discuss these prior to booking, to ensure the ceremony room will be suitable.

Please be aware there are no changing facilities at the Register Office.

Paid parking is available at Priory Meadow Shopping Centre, Hastings Train Station, Wellington Square or on the streets surrounding the town hall.

Hastings train station is a 5-minute walk from the Town Hall.