Venues

Dundas Castle

Dundas Castle is a stunning 5-star exclusive-use wedding venue set within its own private estate near Edinburgh. Surrounded by 400 acres of manicured lawns, woodland and parkland, it offers couples complete privacy and a variety of beautiful ceremony locations - from outdoor lawns and courtyards to historic indoor rooms like the Auld Keep and Main Hall. With elegant reception spaces, flexible layouts, award-winning catering, and luxury bedrooms for guests, Dundas provides a fairytale backdrop for weddings of all sizes. Its dedicated planning team ensures every detail is handled, creating an unforgettable and bespoke celebration. 

Mansfield Traquair

Mansfield Traquair, often described as Edinburgh’s “Sistine Chapel”, is a truly unique wedding venue in the heart of the city. Set inside a beautifully restored former church adorned with stunning murals and soaring ceilings, it offers an awe-inspiring backdrop for ceremonies, receptions and celebrations. The venue’s flexible spaces include the Nave, Baldacchino and private garden, allowing couples to design a day that reflects their vision. Surrounded by historic charm yet equipped for modern events, Mansfield Traquair is ideal for weddings that feel grand, romantic and absolutely memorable. 

Dalhousie Castle

Dalhousie Castle is a historic Scottish wedding venue set within an 11-acre woodland estate near Edinburgh, offering fairytale charm and timeless elegance. With its towers, turrets, private chapel and a variety of elegant function rooms, couples can choose spaces that suit both intimate and larger celebrations. Licensed for civil ceremonies throughout the castle and grounds, Dalhousie combines rich heritage with modern amenities, including on-site accommodation and award-winning dining options. Whether hosting a smaller gathering or a grand celebration, its dedicated team helps personalise every detail, creating a romantic and unforgettable wedding experience. 

Norton House Hotel and Spa

Norton House Hotel & Spa is an elegant country house wedding venue set in lush Scottish parkland a short drive from Edinburgh. Its light-filled ceremony rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows offer romantic, contemporary spaces for your vows, while landscaped lawns provide beautiful settings for outdoor ceremonies and drinks receptions. The hotel’s expert wedding team works closely with couples to craft personalised celebrations, and its flexible event spaces can accommodate up to around 200 guests for dining and evening parties. With on-site accommodation and spa facilities, Norton House blends countryside tranquillity with modern hospitality for relaxed yet refined wedding days.

The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is an elegant city-centre wedding venue located in the heart of the New Town. Set within a grand Georgian building on Queen Street, it offers a refined and historic setting for weddings and receptions. The interior features high ceilings, classical proportions and beautifully appointed rooms that flow seamlessly throughout the day. With a sense of privacy despite its central location, the venue is ideal for couples seeking a formal yet welcoming atmosphere. Its accessibility and architectural character make it a distinctive choice for Edinburgh city weddings.

Borthwick Castle

Borthwick Castle is a 15th-century Scottish castle wedding venue set amid rolling countryside just south of Edinburgh. Steeped in over 600 years of history, it offers couples an exclusive-use experience with dramatic, vaulted ceremony spaces like the Garrison, elegant reception rooms such as the Stateroom and the magnificent Great Hall, and picturesque outdoor settings on the castle lawn. With luxurious bedrooms, bespoke dining and a dedicated events team, weddings here feel personal and unforgettable. Whether you choose a small intimate gathering or a celebration up to around 70 guests, Borthwick Castle blends historic grandeur and bespoke service in a truly romantic setting.

Dunglass Estate

Dunglass Estate is a spectacular wedding venue set within historic parkland on the East Lothian coastline. Surrounded by woodland, cliffs and open countryside, it offers a dramatic and unforgettable setting for weddings. The estate’s 15th-century dovecot provides a truly unique ceremony space, while receptions take place in a light and spacious Pavilion designed to flow seamlessly from day to evening celebrations. With on-site accommodation and a strong sense of privacy, Dunglass Estate delivers an immersive wedding experience that blends natural beauty, historic character and modern comfort.

Carlowrie Castle

Carlowrie Castle is an exclusive-use 19th-century castle set in peaceful countryside just outside Edinburgh. Beautifully restored, it combines classical architecture with contemporary interiors to create a refined and elegant wedding setting. Ceremonies can be held within the castle or outdoors on the surrounding lawns, while receptions take place in the purpose-built Orangery Pavilion, designed to flow seamlessly from day to evening celebrations. With landscaped grounds and on-site accommodation for close guests, Carlowrie Castle offers a calm, stylish and fully immersive wedding experience in a private estate setting.

Broxmouth Courtyard

Broxmouth Courtyard is a beautifully restored country estate wedding venue set in the East Lothian countryside. Formed from a collection of historic stone buildings arranged around a central courtyard, it offers an intimate and private setting for weddings. The venue blends rustic character with contemporary luxury, creating a relaxed yet refined atmosphere throughout the day. With flexible ceremony and reception spaces, on-site accommodation, and a layout designed for natural flow between celebrations, Broxmouth Courtyard provides a warm, immersive wedding experience in a peaceful rural setting.

Newhall Estate

Newhall Estate is a secluded country house wedding venue set within the rolling countryside of the Scottish Borders. Surrounded by woodland, fields and landscaped grounds, it offers a peaceful and private setting for weddings. The restored house blends historic character with modern comfort, providing flexible spaces for ceremonies, receptions and evening celebrations. With indoor and outdoor ceremony options, on-site accommodation and a strong sense of seclusion, Newhall Estate delivers an immersive wedding experience that feels relaxed, personal and deeply connected to its natural surroundings.

The Signet Library

The Signet Library is a prestigious wedding venue in Edinburgh’s Old Town, set in a grand Georgian building on Parliament Square near the Royal Mile. Featuring distinct spaces such as the elegant Lower Library for ceremonies and the dramatic Upper Library for receptions and evening celebrations, it offers flexibility for weddings of varying sizes and styles. Licensed for civil, humanist and religious ceremonies, the venue accommodates up to around 150 guests for a ceremony and approximately 220 for a seated reception. With historic architecture, integrated sound facilities and a central city location, The Signet Library delivers a refined and memorable wedding setting.

The George Hotel

The George Hotel is a prestigious wedding venue located on Edinburgh’s iconic George Street. Set within elegant Georgian townhouses, it combines historic architecture with contemporary luxury interiors. The hotel offers beautifully designed event spaces for ceremonies, receptions and evening celebrations, all within a single central location. With stylish accommodation for guests and excellent transport links, it provides a seamless city-centre wedding experience. Blending classic grandeur with modern comfort, The George Hotel is an ideal venue for couples seeking a refined, stylish and accessible Edinburgh wedding setting.

Melville Castle

Melville Castle is a historic country house wedding venue set within woodland and parkland just outside Edinburgh. Surrounded by mature trees and landscaped grounds, it offers a romantic and tranquil setting for weddings. The castle combines classical architecture with refined interiors, providing elegant spaces for ceremonies, receptions and evening celebrations. With indoor and outdoor ceremony options, on-site accommodation and a peaceful estate setting, Melville Castle delivers a complete and immersive wedding experience that blends heritage, natural beauty and modern comfort.

Eskmills Venue

Eskmills Venue is a contemporary wedding venue set beside the River Esk in Musselburgh, just outside Edinburgh. Surrounded by mature trees and landscaped grounds, it offers a calm riverside setting combined with modern architecture and light-filled interiors. The venue provides flexible spaces for ceremonies, receptions and evening celebrations, all designed to flow seamlessly throughout the day. With a strong connection to the outdoors and excellent transport links to Edinburgh, Eskmills Venue delivers a relaxed, stylish and accessible wedding experience in a beautiful natural setting.

Archerfield Waterfront

Archerfield Waterfront is a contemporary coastal wedding venue set within the 550-acre Archerfield Estate in East Lothian, offering panoramic sea views and modern architectural design. Just over 30 minutes from Edinburgh, it provides a striking alternative to traditional castle and country house venues. The light-filled interior, flexible layout and expansive terrace overlooking the Firth of Forth create a stunning setting for ceremonies, receptions and evening celebrations. With space for large guest numbers and access to luxury accommodation across the estate, Archerfield Waterfront delivers a wedding experience that feels both stylish and immersive.

The Caves

The Caves is an extraordinary wedding venue hidden beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town in the historic South Bridge vaults. Its atmospheric stone arches, original terracotta floors and layered history give weddings a dramatic and unique backdrop, with options for both intimate gatherings in The Rowantree and larger celebrations in the main vaults. Fully licensed for civil, humanist and religious ceremonies, The Caves accommodates ceremonies, dinner and evening receptions all in one immersive space. Located in the heart of the city, it offers couples and guests a truly memorable setting that celebrates Edinburgh’s past while accommodating modern wedding celebrations.

The Rowantree

The Rowantree is a historic, vaulted Edinburgh wedding venue tucked beneath the South Bridge in the Old Town. Perfect for intimate celebrations — roughly 30 to 60 day guests and up to 110 in the evening — it combines atmospheric stone arches with a cosy, character-filled layout. Licensed for civil, humanist, religious and hand-fasting ceremonies, The Rowantree allows couples to host their ceremony, drinks and reception all in one interconnected space. Its unique heritage and central city location make it ideal for couples seeking a personal, memorable wedding in a setting that captures Edinburgh’s history and charm. 

Marlin's Wynd

Marlin’s Wynd is an atmospheric, historic wedding venue buried beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town, combining a Georgian reception room with ancient vaulted cellars dating back to the 1540s. As part of the Unusual Venues of Edinburgh collection, it offers couples exclusive use for their full wedding day — from ceremony to drinks and evening celebrations. With capacity for around 40–50 guests during the day and up to about 120 in the evening, the venue is licensed for civil, humanist, religious and hand-fasting ceremonies. Its layered history, striking architecture and central city location make it a uniquely memorable setting for weddings.

The Balmoral

The Balmoral Hotel is one of Edinburgh’s most prestigious wedding venues, located on Princes Street with panoramic views over the Old Town, Edinburgh Castle and the city skyline. With historic elegance, refined interiors and a range of event spaces — from the grand Sir Walter Scott Suite for large celebrations to smaller heritage suites ideal for intimate weddings — it accommodates ceremonies, wedding breakfasts and receptions of varying sizes. The hotel’s dedicated wedding team assists with bespoke planning and dining experiences, while its luxury rooms and suites provide comfort for couples and guests alike. This iconic Edinburgh setting blends luxury, location and atmosphere.

The Cellar Bar

The Cellar at Kimpton Charlotte Square is an intimate, characterful wedding event space located in the basement of the Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel in central Edinburgh. With exposed brickwork and industrial-chic design, it offers a stylish backdrop for smaller receptions, evening celebrations and after-party gatherings. Licensed for private events tied to wedding days, The Cellar accommodates up to about 40 seated guests or around 65 standing for drinks and dancing. Its flexible layout, private bar and sound setup provide everything needed for a lively celebration, while proximity to the hotel’s facilities — including larger reception spaces and accommodation — adds convenience for couples and guests.

Dalmahoy Hotel

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club is an elegant country estate wedding venue near Edinburgh, set within over 1,000 acres of parkland and golf courses. Offering a blend of historic manor house charm and modern event spaces, it caters to weddings of all sizes, from intimate gatherings in period rooms to grand celebrations in the adaptable Dalmahoy Suite. Licensed for civil, humanist and religious ceremonies, Dalmahoy also features a picturesque estate church and outdoor garden options. With on-site accommodation, extensive grounds and a dedicated wedding team, it provides a flexible and memorable setting for a full wedding day experience.

Carberry Tower

Carberry Tower is a luxury wedding venue with over 35 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds just outside of Edinburgh. This 450-year-old castle is charming, serene, and perfect for romantic weddings. With capacity to seat 150 guests, the private chapel within estate grounds allows a special wedding ceremony with its floor to ceiling glass windows looking on to a walled garden. A short stroll from the chapel is the banqueting Pavilion where a scrumptious feast can take place. During the evening, dancing and entertainment can take place in many picturesque areas and the night can be spent in one of their delightful rooms. 

Kirknewton Stables

Kirknewton Stables is a rustic wedding venue set in the landscaped grounds of Kirknewton House Estate near Edinburgh. A restored former coach house and stable, it offers couples an intimate, exclusive-use space featuring exposed stonework, oak beams and a large walled garden ideal for outdoor ceremonies, drinks receptions and photos. Licensed for weddings of about 60–110 seated guests, with marquee options expanding capacity up to around 150, it provides flexibility and character in equal measure. Only about 25 minutes from central Edinburgh, Kirknewton Stables blends countryside tranquillity with accessibility, great photographic backdrops and a personal, blank-canvas setting for bespoke celebrations. 

Balbirnie House

Balbirnie House Hotel in Fife is a luxurious country house wedding venue set within 400 acres of landscaped parkland and golf course, midway between Edinburgh and St Andrews. Housed in a Category A-listed Georgian mansion, it offers a range of elegant indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, including gardens, the Long Gallery, the Orangery and the impressive Millennium Ballroom. Licensed for civil and humanist ceremonies, Balbirnie House hosts bespoke celebrations for up to approximately 216 guests for a wedding breakfast and around 250 for evening receptions. With on-site accommodation, dedicated planners and award-winning service, it provides a refined and memorable setting for every style of wedding.