HM Greffier

St Peter Port

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776-year heritage (1250)

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Office dates to the early 13th century. Antonia Read became the first woman appointed as HM Greffier in April 2025, replacing Jon Torode who retired after 14 years.

HM Greffier, also known as The Greffe, is the official registry of the Guernsey Royal Court, an office dating to the 13th century. It serves as Clerk of the Royal and Magistrate's Courts, Registrar of the Court of Appeal, and Registrar-General of births, deaths and marriages. Services include civil marriage ceremonies, property transaction registration, wills, deed polls, powers of attorney, document legalisation, and Jurat election administration. The current HM Greffier is Antonia Read, appointed in April 2025. —

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Legal

Notarial services Conveyancing

Quick facts

Established: 1250 · 776 years
Coverage: Bailiwick Wide
Industries served: Government, Businesses, Private Individuals
Client focus: Private Client, Sme, Public Sector

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Antonia Read — HM Greffier, appointed April 2025 — first woman to hold the role

From their website

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Clerk of the Royal and Magistrate's Courts
Registrar of Guernsey Court of Appeal
Registrar-General of births/deaths/marriages
Civil marriage ceremonies
Property transaction registration (conveyances/bonds/leases)
Document Duty assessment and collection

Hours

Mon: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tue: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

Contact

Phone: +44 1481 225277
Email: hmgreffier@guernseyroyalcourt.gg
Website: guernseypost.com
Address: The Royal Court House, St Peter Port, Guernsey GY1 2NZ

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