Register Office Collection

Wedding of Captain Herbert Buckmaster and Miss Nellie Taylor at St Martins Registry office Left to right Mr Cochran, Mrs Cochran, the Bride, Captain Buckmaster and Mr St John Duke

View from the top of the Calton Hill by Nelson's Monument, 1822, Looking to the West (litho)
EDB51437 View from the top of the Calton Hill by Nelson's Monument, 1822, Looking to the West (litho); City of Edinburgh Museums and Art Galleries

Sketch for the salle des mariages...of the town hall in the 2nd arrondissement: Marriage, 1880
Sketch for the salle des mariages (wedding hall) of the town hall in the 2nd arrondissement: Marriage, 1880

Esquisse pour le plafond de la salle des mariages de la mairie du 4ème : Le Mariage, 1878. Creator: Fernand Cormon
Esquisse pour le plafond de la salle des mariages de la mairie du 4eme : Le Mariage, 1878. Marriage

Tony Hancock wedding to Freddie Ross. 2nd December 1965

The Register Office, Princes Street (engraving)
3638485 The Register Office, Princes Street (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Register Office, Princes Street)

Index Plan of the General View of Edinburgh (engraving)
1611228 Index Plan of the General View of Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Index Plan of the General View of Edinburgh)

The Register Office, Princes Street, Edinburgh (engraving)
5201076 The Register Office, Princes Street, Edinburgh (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Register Office, Princes Street, Edinburgh)

Tony Hancock wedding to Freddie Ross. 2nd December 1965

Tony Hancock wedding to Freddie Ross held at Marylebone Registry Office. 2nd December 1965

Mars and Venus, or Sir Cecil chastised, 1784. Artist: Samuel Collings
Mars and Venus, or Sir Cecil chastised, 1784. Sir Cecil Wray stands between a Chelsea Pensioner and a servant-maid. One of many satires on Wrays unpopular election proposals to abolish Chelsea

Mars and Venus... Chelsea, Kensington, London, 1784. Artist: Samuel Collings
Mars and Venus... Chelsea, Kensington, London, 1784. Sir Cecil Wray is standing between a Chelsea Pensioner and a servant-maid. The maid is standing on a paper inscribed Tax on servants

The Register Office, Princes Street, 1829. Artist: Alexander McClatchie
The Register Office, Princes Street, 1829. After Thomas Hosmer Shepherd (1792-1864)

Wedding of Charles Smirks and Mrs Girvan Barker at Epsom Register office Bride and Bridegroom arrived and left separately 13 August 1938

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"Capturing Love and History: A Glimpse into Register Office Weddings" Step back in time to witness the enchanting wedding of Captain Herbert Buckmaster and Miss Nellie Taylor at St Martins Registry, a union that echoed with promises of eternal love. In another remarkable event, comedy legend Tony Hancock tied the knot with his beloved Freddie Ross on the memorable 2nd of December 1965. Their joyous celebration took place at Marylebone Registry Office, marking a milestone in their extraordinary journey together. Delve into the past through captivating engravings like "The Register Office, Princes Street, " which showcases an architectural gem nestled within Edinburgh's bustling streets. This artistic portrayal transports us to a bygone era where couples embarked on their matrimonial adventures under its roof. Explore further with "Index Plan of the General View of Edinburgh, " revealing not only the grandeur of this historic city but also highlighting The Register Office as an integral part of its tapestry. Its significance is undeniable as it witnessed countless unions throughout centuries. Artist Samuel Collings masterfully captures passion and desire in his paintings "Mars and Venus. " From Chelsea to Kensington in London, these depictions evoke emotions that transcend time itself. They remind us that love knows no boundaries and flourishes even amidst societal norms. Travel back to 1829 with Alexander McClatchie's artwork titled "The Register Office, Princes Street. " Through his skilled brushstrokes, he immortalizes this iconic landmark while inviting us to imagine all those who exchanged vows within its hallowed halls during that period. Returning once more to Tony Hancock's nuptials, we find ourselves immersed in yet another chapter of history as Charles Smirks weds Mrs Girvan Barker at Epsom Register office. These weddings serve as testaments to love's resilience and ability to bring people from diverse backgrounds together.