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Planning a Multi-Day Wedding in Scotland: What to Consider

Scotland is the perfect location for a multi-day wedding. The landscapes, the exclusivity and the personalities of the historic castles and country houses all create a warm and intimate setting. If you’re just starting your research, our Ultimate Guide to Getting Married in Scotland is a great place to begin. This guide focuses on the […]

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Exclusive-Use Weddings in Scotland: What It Means & How It Works

Exclusive-use weddings make up a large portion of Scotland’s luxury wedding landscape. Many of the country’s most prestigious venues – from restored Highland castles to island retreats and countryside manor houses – now operate primarily on an exclusive-use basis for weddings above a certain size. But “exclusive use” varies significantly between properties, and couples often […]

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How to Choose a Scottish Wedding Venue: Expert Criteria & Questions to Ask

Choosing a wedding venue in Scotland isn’t as simple as picking the prettiest castle. Understanding how to choose a Scottish wedding venue goes far deeper than guest numbers and aesthetics. From microclimates to exclusivity options, catering restrictions to travel logistics, the Scottish wedding landscape comes with its own set of nuances that couples don’t realise […]

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Best Time of Year to Get Married in Scotland

Scotland is one of the most atmospheric wedding destinations in Europe, but it’s also a location where weather and daylight can change dramatically from month to month. If you’re trying to choose the best time of year for your celebration, it helps to understand how the seasons influence light, weather, venue availability, cost and overall […]

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Scotland Wedding Legalities Explained

Scotland is one of the simplest and most flexible places in Europe to get legally married, which is exactly why so many couples choose it for destination weddings. There’s no residency requirement, the paperwork is manageable and you can choose from civil, religious or humanist ceremonies – all fully recognised under Scottish law. If you’re […]

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The Ultimate Guide to Getting Married in Scotland

Scotland offers a combination that’s hard to replicate elsewhere – dramatic landscapes, centuries-old castles, private estates, refined hotels and a strong culture of exclusive-use weddings. It’s a destination built for multi-day celebrations, intimate guest lists and weddings that feel atmospheric and offer a level of exclusivity that’s hard to match elsewhere. This guide draws on […]