Did you recently get engaged and are you planning to say “I Do” in Scotland this year or next? We want to tell you about the four finest wedding venues in Scotland that were reviewed and rated by real wedding couples for the WeddingDates Awards in 2023. Have a look at them and let us know if any of them have stolen your heart! Happy planning!
The Lodge on Loch Lomond
Our first venue is in east Argyll & Bute and is located at Luss on the shore of Loch Lomond. It enjoys panoramic views over the loch and the surrounding mountains. It’s located just 24 miles from Glasgow airport.
The venue’s waterfront location makes it an ideal venue when it comes to outdoor ceremonies. With lovely options for your wedding celebration, such as the floral arch on the terrace looking over the loch for your ceremony, or one of the elegant banqueting suites hosting up to 200 guests, also with lake views. If you are arranging smaller numbers they can accommodate more intimate weddings.
The team will ensure that everything is perfect on the day and the two rosette Chef Brigade will serve fresh and tasty locally selected produce. There’s a spa on site and an array of leisure activities for your guests to enjoy such as boat trips and water sports. There are 48 bedrooms on site and some dog-friendly options.
Leonardo Boutique Hotel Huntingtower Perth
This next romantic Scottish countryside venue is nestled in 6 acres of beautifully groomed grounds. Offering proximity to Perth and on the outskirts of Almondbank this is a wonderful backdrop for weddings of all sizes.
The wedding team at Leonardo Boutique Hotel Huntingtower Perth can’t wait to welcome you to their stunning and contemporary wedding location. They will help you to fully customise your experience and oversee every element of your ceremony, including the design, décor, catering, and beverage options. The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests for a ceremony, and they have several options for outdoor rituals. There are six customisable luxury event spaces so they can oblige regardless of the size of your guest list.
There are 34 spacious bedrooms, some of which are pet-friendly. The conservatory, panelled dining room and bar, all have a real clubhouse feel so you and your guests can relax before or after the wedding.
Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate
The third hotel on the list is a luxurious Scottish Castle Hotel located in the beautiful East Lothian countryside, just a few miles from central Edinburgh. Situated amid breathtaking private estate grounds, this location offers accommodation and a charming chapel set in 40 acres of stunning private grounds.
If you are a history lover, you may be interested to hear that Carberry Tower Mansion’s first foundation stone was set in 1480. The Mansion house has hosted kings, queens, princes, and princesses over the ages, all enticed by the stunning surroundings and the prospect of roaring fires and hearty feasts.
The private estate now provides a distinctive wedding experience. It’s a venue worth considering as it has a stunning chapel that can accommodate up to 150 people. Up to 71 guests can be accommodated in the Grande Suites, Executive and Classic guestrooms, and the Royal Suites, which are furnished for the bride and/or groom and provide views over the estate grounds.
Garfield House Hotel
Our last hotel on the list is the Garfield House Hotel which is a part of Best Western Hotels in the UK. This lovely hotel is located in the town of Stepps, just outside of Glasgow and is an independently owned and family run hotel.
The hotel features gorgeous spaces including the Drawing Room, Lounge Bar, Campsie Suite and Buchanan Suite that will make your day flow wonderfully. Not to mention their exquisite rooms for the honeymoon and wedding. The venue offers a wide selection of suites to cater for every size of wedding – from intimate ceremonies to large family celebrations and gives you the freedom to tailor a menu to reflect your own personal taste.
There are 47 luxurious room options to choose from – Twin Rooms, Double Rooms and Executive Rooms. You can also choose to have a relaxed day after the wedding in their Honeymoon Suite and brides can enjoy the private time in their Bridal Suite too.
We hope you enjoyed reading about our top four Scottish wedding venues. For a full list of our Top Rated UK Venues, check them out here!
