Southampton Combined Court Centre

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What brings you here?

Pick the one that matches your situation

I've received a letter from this court

A claim form, hearing notice, judgment, or other correspondence — see how to respond.

I have a hearing or my claim has been defended

Allocation, directions questionnaires, what happens at the hearing, costs and appeals.

I can't afford the court fee

Apply for help with fees (form EX160) if you're on benefits or low income.

I owe a CCJ but can't pay it all at once

Ask the court to let you pay by instalments using form N245 — keeps you out of enforcement.

I want to clear a paid CCJ

If you've paid a county court judgment, apply for a certificate of satisfaction (form N443).

I won my case but they won't pay

Enforce a judgment with a warrant of control, attachment of earnings, or charging order.

Opening hours

Court open

Monday to Friday

7:30am to 5:00pm

Counter service by appointment only

Please call 0300 123 5577 to book

Telephone enquiries answered

Monday to Friday

9am to 5pm

Services available

Bankruptcy

Business and Property

Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner

Civil

Crime

Divorce hearings

Domestic abuse

Claims against employers

Financial Remedy

High Court cases – serious or high profile criminal or civil law cases

Housing

Money claims

Single justice procedure

Benefits

Accessibility & facilities

Parking

There are two council run public car parks within a 10 minute walk of the court building.

Accessibility features

Disabled access

Toilet facilities

Disabled parking (arrange prior to visit)

Hearing Loop

Baby changing facility

Interview room

Wireless network connection

Assistance dogs welcome

Sunflower scheme available

This court has Prison Video Link facilities which is also available for conferences and legal visits. To book a booth email southamptoncrown@justice.gov.uk, subject heading Video Link Booking or telephone 02380 213223.

Languages

Get an interpreter at a court or tribunal. (opens in new tab)

Professional access scheme

This court participates in the scheme.

Learn more