Historic Wedding Venues in Scotland

If culture and heritage are close to your heart when planning your big day, historic wedding venues in Scotland can provide an array of romantic settings for you to choose from. With options varying from grand palaces - with an abundance of elegance and tradition, or even a historic greenhouse within a private estate – Scotland can provide the historic wedding venue of your dreams.
Brodie Castle
Forres, Moray
Brodie Castle - The essence of 16th-century grandeur
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  • 40
  • 11 Bedrooms
  • Moderate (££)
Drum Castle
by Banchory, Aberdeenshire
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The National Trust for Scotland's Drum Castle near Aberdeen, with its medieval history, beautiful grounds and delightful chapel, is a spectacular wedding venue!
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  • 45
  • 1 Bedroom
  • £550 - £6,000
Sorn Castle
Mauchline, East Ayrshire
A stunning castle, with perfectly manicured lawns, licensed to hold civil marriage ceremonies, and adjoining an historic church for those considering a Christian marriage.
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  • 1000
  • Moderate (££)
Dirleton Castle
North Berwick, East Lothian
This 13th-century fortress now in picturesque ruins with its beautiful gardens is sure to make a stunning backdrop for your special wedding day!
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  • P.O.A
Dryburgh Abbey
Melrose, Scottish Borders
A beautiful and an iconic place to take your wedding vows. Choose between the 13th-century chapter house or the open air High Altar.
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  • P.O.A
Prestonfield House
Edinburgh, Midlothian
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This beautiful hotel offers stunning interiors as well as beautiful surroundings. Add a touch of elegance to your wedding day.
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  • 400
  • 23 Bedrooms
  • Moderate (££)
Birnam Hotel
Dunkeld, Perth and Kinross
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Enjoy Scottish hospitality with experienced and well-trained staff, who will work their hardest to make sure you and your guests have an incredible time.
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  • 25 Bedrooms
  • From £500
Auchen Castle
Beattock, Dumfries and Galloway
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Across the Scottish Border, just 30 minutes north of Gretna Green and only an hour from Glasgow and Edinburgh, Auchen is a fairytale Scottish castle wedding venue. Every single wedding at Auchen Cast
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  • 120
  • 26 Bedrooms
  • £995 - £4,995
Low Parks Museum
Hamilton, South Lanarkshire
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This grand building is one of the oldest surviving in Hamilton and will provide a magical backdrop to a Scottish wedding.
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  • 80
  • From £450
Craigmillar Castle
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
An impressively preserved castle with high vaulted ceiling, interesting late Gothic-style fireplace and stunning views of parklands.
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  • P.O.A
Huntingtower Castle
Perth, Perth and Kinross
The simple yet beautiful State Room, with its exposed stone walls, dates back to 1500. This is a great venue to exchange wedding vows for history lovers.
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  • P.O.A
Cairndale Hotel & Spa
Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
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For one of the top wedding venues in Dumfries, the centrally situated Cairndale Hotel & Spa makes the perfect choice for weddings in Dumfries, catering for wedding receptions of up to 250 guests.
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  • 250
  • 86 Bedrooms
  • £200 - £900
Glenesk Hotel
Edzell, Angus
The Glenesk Hotel Country House Hotel & Spa, is perfect for every occasion. With our gorgeous Chandelier room, our intimate reading room, and our beautiful full glass function room, it has everything you could need and more.
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  • 100
  • 35 Bedrooms
  • Affordable (£)
The Georgian House
Edinburgh, Midlothian
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The National Trust for Scotland's Georgian House is situated in Edinburgh's prestigious Charlotte Square and is a beautiful venue packed with history and heritage in the heart of Scotland's capital.
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  • 50
  • £300 - £2,400
National Mining Museum Scotland
Newtongrange, Midlothian
Victorian architecture marries Industrial style to create this authentic wedding venue at the National Mining Museum Scotland.
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  • 120
  • Moderate (££)
Nira Caledonia
Stockbridge, City of Edinburgh
Celebrate your wedding and hire Nira Caledonia for exclusive use, and where better to host your special day than in the heart of Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage Site?
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  • 24
  • 26 Bedrooms
  • P.O.A
The Colonsay Hotel
Isle Of Colonsay, Argyll and Bute
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Spectacular island hotel. Boutique stylish small country house hotel with sea views and pretty garden. Perfect for a wedding of up to 100 guests.
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  • 50
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • £200 - £300
Craigie - 2 night package
Craigie, South Ayrshire
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  • 26
  • 11 Bedrooms
  • £6,500 - £8,000
Melrose Abbey
Melrose, Scottish Borders
Graceful abbey with architecture that dates back to the 1300s. A stunning location for your wedding vows and celebrations!
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  • P.O.A
Inchcolm Abbey
South Queensferry, West Lothian
Find this unique venue on the island of Firth of Forth. See if this venue, one of the best preserved monastic building, is the one for you!
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  • P.O.A
Elgin Cathedral
Elgin, Moray
This 13th Century ‘Lantern of the North’ including its beautiful octagonal chapter house is an ideal place to exchange your wedding vows!
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  • P.O.A
The Royal Hotel, Oban
Oban, Argyll and Bute
Nestled in the very centre of Oban, this Victorian hotel with beautiful views of both the sea and town, and fantastic ambiance, makes it the perfect wedding location.
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  • 140
  • P.O.A
Thainstone House Hotel and Spa
Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
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Thainstone house offers a stunning backdrop and gardens to celebrate your romantic wedding day in style.
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  • 150
  • 48 Bedrooms
  • From £82 pp
Richmond Park Hotel
Bo'Ness, Falkirk
The Richmond Park Hotel provides the perfect setting for your day. Our Stunning recently refurbished hotel has the right amount of modern luxury and unique historical charm.
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  • 120
  • 46 Bedrooms
  • Affordable (£)
Fonab Castle Hotel
Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross
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One of Scotlands finest Loch Side Exclusive Use venues. A luxurious, stately castle overlooking the idyllic Loch Faskally The perfect backdrop for your perfect day.
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  • 80
  • 42 Bedrooms
  • £1,995 - £19,995
Aberdour Castle
Aberdour, Midlothian
A picturesque castle with painted ceilings and stunning walled gardens make this venue an ideal one for graceful couples.
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  • P.O.A
Brodick Castle
Brodick, North Ayrshire
Quintessential castle with spectacular grounds on the beautiful island of Arran. Weddings may take place within the grounds only
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  • 1
  • Moderate (££)
Anvil Hall
Gretna, Dumfries and Galloway
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Have a gorgeous candle lit wedding here at the anvil hall for you and all your family.
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  • 100
  • P.O.A
Ledgowan Lodge Hotel
Achnasheen, Highland
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A country lodge in the Scottish Highland, specializing in bespoke smaller weddings.
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  • 50
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • From £50 pp
Duart Castle
Isle of Mull, Argyll and Bute
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Boasting sea views, grandeur and history, Duart Castle makes a dramatic and impressive backdrop to your wedding day.
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  • £500 - £1,600