Rich with history and royal connections is Edinburgh’s luxury ‘Castle in the country’ Licensed for ceremonies, with its own private chapel too! Arguably, one of Scotland's most romantic wedding venues, just 7 miles from Edinburgh, East Lothian.
Manderston is the perfect venue for you to celebrate your special day. Whether you prefer a small intimate celebration or a large wedding party we will work with you to create your bespoke wedding package.
If you are interested in a country wedding in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders, you can't go wrong with a boutique country house hotel or an elegant mansion house wedding venue.
Country houses and stately homes have stunning spaces for both wedding ceremonies and receptions. If you've always wanted to get married in a picture gallery or orangery before heading to the grounds for cocktails and an evening reception in the ballroom, then a country house in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders may be the ideal wedding venue for you.
As mansions and country manors are houses first and foremost, they can feel like an elegant home-from-home. Some venues will have accommodation on site, usually with beautiful decor such as roll-top baths and four-poster beds, while others may have smaller hotels or B&Bs in the grounds. This means that you’ll have the advantage of a stunning bridal suite and accommodation for immediately family or the bridal party on site.
The setting of most country houses in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders also makes them gorgeous options for your wedding photography. Many mansions have rolling grounds and manicured gardens, each with distinctive features that can include lakes, beautiful floral gardens and traditional fountains and mazes. There are plenty of opportunities for beautiful wedding photos both inside and out - your wedding photographer will be spoiled for choice! Make sure to take in the gardens on your venue viewing, even if you’re marrying in the winter.
When having a wedding in the country it will not only mean that you’ll have stunning wedding photos, but also privacy for your wedding day. The countryside views and tranquil setting make your wedding in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders a romantic getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.
As with all wedding venues, costs for stately home and country house weddings vary, but you may be surprised at how affordable some of the options can be! You won't necessarily require a huge budget to get your own mansion for your wedding. If you’re looking to cut costs, then consider a midweek wedding or marrying in the low season, such as early spring or late autumn. Winter weddings work perfectly for mansion houses too, as they often have large fireplaces and cozy wood-panelled rooms.
Many country house wedding venues and mansions will offer you venue hire on an exclusive use basis. This means that the venue is yours alone for the duration of your wedding. Sometimes this will be for your wedding day alone, and in other cases, you can hire your wedding venue for an entire weekend for you and your guests. This may incur an extra charge, but if you want a luxurious weekend of exclusivity for guests with catering staff on hand, then this could be the perfect option for your wedding weekend. You will be able to find exclusive use country houses in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders using our venue filters.
Mansion houses in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders come with plenty of original features, such as sparkling chandeliers, sweeping staircases and romantic statues. Play up the drama of your surroundings with an equally glamorous wedding dress! Long trains, cathedral-length veils and ballgown skirts look right at home in the ballrooms and art galleries of a manor. Lace fabrics and vintage details are perfectly suited, as they're reminiscent of English socialites. Whatever dress you decide to wear on your wedding day, you will be able to find your dream mansion in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders on Guides for Brides.
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