Nestling in the gentle Scottish Borders hills with majestic turrets, Thirlestane Castle is a fairytale setting for weddings. This hidden gem is one of the oldest & finest inhabited castles in Scotland, and is just 35 minutes south of Edinburgh.
One of the most romantic wedding venues in the Scottish Borders, with its turrets and soft-coloured pink sandstone, set in acres of beautiful grounds. Is licensed for civil ceremonies. We also go the extra mile and also offer in room spa- treatments.
A unique setting for your wedding ceremony and reception, steeped in history with personal service and attention to detail. Set in the beautiful Tweed Valley, just an hour from Edinburgh, with its own Chapel and private grounds for your ceremony..
A luxury exclusive use wedding venue in Queensferry, on the outskirts of Edinburgh. The castle and its extensive grounds create unrivalled backdrops for photographs. With a highly experienced team, your dream wedding will be in safe hands.
Barony Castle is a licensed venue for the Registration of Marriages, set in 25 acres of formal gardens and woodland this is the perfect venue for your Wedding.
Wedderburn Castle is a reliable and popular wedding reception venue located in Scottish Borders. Fairytale dream wedding venue for indoor or outdoor wedding ceremonies with Wedderburn Barns also available for your wedding for up to 150 people.
Civil licensed wedding venue in Edinburgh, Midlothian. Available as your castle wedding venue.
This enchanting 13th century castle Hotel is set within acres of forest and parkland in Bonnyrigg, ideal for your wedding photography!
Aikwood Tower is a perfect marriage of ancient and modern – offering a unique Scottish castle wedding experience, unrivalled peace and privacy, stunning woodland surroundings with five-star luxury interiors and boutique accommodation.
As a country, the UK is well known for it's historical buildings, and none of these is more magical than a castle. For those hoping for the ultimate fairytale wedding day, then a castle wedding venue is the best location to get married. From gothic fortresses to ivy-covered towers and feasting halls, having a castle wedding is the perfect way to feel like royalty on your wedding day.
Most castle wedding venues in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders will have a civil ceremony license, which will allow you to legally marry in one of their rooms or in the grounds. If you want to marry in the castle grounds, then contact the venue to check they hold a license for outdoor ceremonies. If your chosen castle venue isn't licensed for civil ceremonies, then you can always enquire about having your wedding ceremony at the nearest registry office or having a humanist ceremony, before having an unforgettable wedding reception at the castle.
Often, castles have their own chapel or church on site, which is where its inhabitants would have religious services. This means that you may be able to have a religious wedding ceremony without leaving the castle grounds! If you are unable to find the right castle wedding venue with a chapel or church on site, then do have a look as there may be some near by. It's important to check with your chosen castle venues to find out whether having a religious ceremony on site is possible.
If you need a wheelchair friendly wedding venue, then you will be astonished by how accessible castle venues can be. As many castles in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders also act as tourist attractions for their local area, it’s important that wheelchair users can be accommodated. However, there may be steep towers or areas where this isn’t possible. Be sure to ask your venues ahead of time if accessibility is top of your priorities list.
Castle wedding venues in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders can be surprisingly affordable. Even huge palaces and historical monuments don’t always need an enormous wedding budget, so it’s always worth enquiring. If you’re on a tight budget and want to save money on your castle wedding in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders, then opting for a midweek package or marrying in an off-peak season is a brilliant way to cut costs.
Castles in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders are perfect for couples who don’t want to do lots of decorating at their wedding venue. After all, they’re often sumptuously decorated in the first place. With incredible artwork, hanging tapestries, candelabra and suits of armour, castle decor is hard to replicate. However, as they’re often listed buildings, there may be restrictions as to how you can decorate. It may not be possible to hang certain decorations, with many castle's not permitting paper confetti.
A classic fairytale wedding theme would be the ideal fit for a castle venue. Think horse-drawn carriages, ball gown wedding dresses, beautiful roses and glittering chandeliers and you have the perfect castle wedding theme.
If you’re a history lover, then a medieval wedding theme is also perfect for a castle. Castles in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders often have recommended entertainers such a falconers and dancers that are ideal for this, and a heavenly medieval banquet will certainly give your wedding guests something to remember your special day.
We also find that an ideal time of year for your castle wedding is at Christmas, as castles are often richly decorated for Christmas with candles, trees and traditional touches. Take advantage and have a beautiful winter wedding in a castle!
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