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10 of the best

unusual wedding venues

in Scotland

Are you on the hunt for your perfect Scottish wedding venue? One oozing with uniqueness and filled with bags of character? Somewhere that is soooo you two and the kind of spot your friends and family will be raving about for years to come? Read on as we have hand picked ten of the best unusual wedding venues in Scotland…

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1. A Farm in The Scottish Highlands
I’m not sure about you, but as a child I used to dream of living on a farm. Well how about hosting your own wedding at Bogbain Farm? Complete with barn and bothy, it combines the character of a working farm, with the space, flexibility and character that these buildings offer. (Photos by Soraya Photo)

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2. A Secret Library off Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
Forget the rules about not talking in the library – once you’ve discovered The Signet Library you won’t be able to keep it to yourself. With its stunning architecture and dramatic columns it is the ultimate wow-venue.  Edinburgh’s The Signet Library is the perfect party spot. (Images by Blue Sky Photography)

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3. A Cow Barn in a Field
Aptly named, the Coos Cathedral in Aboyne is an amazing space to hold your ceremony and your reception. If it’s a blank canvas you’re after so you can style it to your heart’s content, then this space ticks all the boxes. And remember to look out for the Coo himself…(Photos by Donna Murray Photography)

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4. A Glasgow Theatre
If you’re after something with a bit of drama about it, then how about Cottier’s Theatre in Glasgow’s West end? Built by a revolutionary artist-designer, it is an awe-inspiring space where the party can continue long into the night. (Photos by Struve Photography)

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5. An Island Adventure
Dreaming of your very own secret island adventure, then how about Incholm Island? It’s the kind of place the Famous Five would have journeyed to (complete with picnic hamper of provisions). You can plan it all with the help of Incholm Abbey and the lovely team at Maid of the Forth who will make sure you and your guests get to and from the wedding safely. (Photos by Blue Sky Photography)

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6. Some Underground Caves
You know your guests are going to love receiving an invite to a wedding at The Caves in Edinburgh. Packed with atmosphere and steeped in history, you can hold your ceremony, reception and dancing here with lots of areas left over for your guests to explore. (Photos by Blue Sky Photography)

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7. Mediterranean Magic in the Merchant City
Believe it or not, Arta is a former cheese factory. Now it is home to Glasgow’s magnificent Mediterranean-themed event space (remember Susan and Al’s City Chic WFIL Wedding?) You’ll love all the different areas inside, with space for your ceremony, wedding reception and plenty space to party. Chances are your guests won’t want to leave. (Photos by Chantal Lachance-Gibson Photography)

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8. A Byre in St Andrews
Sitting on the cliffs above St Andrews, looking out onto the bay, is a barn with striking red doors. Inside is a gem of a space to hold your wedding celebrations. Kinkell Byre can host as big a wedding as you’d like – with space for 200, or even up to 500 guests, depending how you use the space. And with a 4,500 square foot wooden dance floor area there’s lots of space for your guests to shake the most exuberant of ceilidh moves. (Photos by Elemental Weddings)

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9. A White House on A Hill
The journey to the white house on a hill on the west coast of Scotland, will become part of your wedding adventure. The remoteness of Crear means that you will truly feel away from everyday life. Add that to the breathtaking scenery and beautiful beaches closeby and it is a little bit of heaven. (Photos by Bill Baillie Photography)

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10. A Hidden Edinburgh Courtyard
Nestled on an unassuming Edinburgh street is Timberyard. A relative newbie, but stacking up the awards left right and centre, it’s a gem of a spot perfect for an intimate wedding where remarkable food and incredible hospitality sit side by side. Go for a meal and start planning the celebrations…  (Photos by Kimberley Brand)
Any of these ticking lots of boxes? Let us know how your plans go… Alie x