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ScottiSh VENUES
A highland retreat
For a wedding venue that takes you away from it all, choose a stunning
retreat with a homely and relaxed atmosphere, deep in the Scottish
Highlands. Hidden in the historic Pass of Brander,
Brander Lodge
is a
family-run hotel that prides itself on a friendly welcome.
You’ll get all the help you need to plan the perfect event and you and your
guests will enjoy attentive, but unobtrusive service throughout. The
hotel’s award-winning bistro offers fresh dishes made from the very best
local producers, including Grants of Taynuilt and the Inverawe smoke
house. Best of all, when you’ve had enough of eating and drinking, you
can wander outside and gaze up at every star in the night sky. Romantic
and peaceful, this is Scotland at its best.
www.branderlodge.com
Hidden gem
Step away from the hustle and bustle of 21st century life and enjoy the comforts of a
traditional Highland hunting lodge.
Ledgowan
in Achnasheen, Ross-shire, is a beautiful
Victorian country house hotel with a proud shooting heritage. It’s surrounded by
spectacular scenery, and the Isle of Skye is just 55 minutes away.
The hotel’s warm and cosy atmosphere lends itself perfectly to a Christmas wedding,
with welcoming log fires and stunning decorations, including a huge tree and
chestnuts to roast on the open fires. Fine food and an efficient, friendly service makes
this is a truly magical place. It’s available for exclusive use for parties of up to 25, so
give your guests an experience they’ll never forget by introducing them to this
hidden part of Scotland.
www.ledgowanlodge.co.uk
Location,
location, location
A top spot for a Scottish
wedding is the recently
refurbished
Lothian
Chambers
in the centre of
Edinburgh. Standing
proudly at the corner of
George IV Bridge and the
historic Royal Mile, its location is hard to beat. Built in 1816, it features
an ornate central staircase, which leads to the upper hallway and
balcony. Bathed in natural light from three cupolas, it’s perfect for
capturing some choice wedding photographs.
The largest room is the City of Edinburgh Suite, which can
accommodate 110 guests – its huge arched windows have wonderful
views over Parliament Square and the historic St Giles Cathedral. For
smaller events, there’s the Melbourne Suite (40 guests) and the
McIntyre Suite (24 guests). There’s even a gathering area, entered from
West Parliament Square, which means your guests can assemble in
comfort as they wait for you to make your grand entrance!
www.edinburgh.gov.uk
Great expectations
Can you imagine a more romantic setting than a
17th century house, set in a sheltered walled
garden?
Innes House
, a private family home situated
in the north of Scotland, promises to meet all of your
expectations by offering a truly exclusive experience.
You can hold your ceremony outside in the secluded
garden or in one of two beautiful reception rooms.
The East Dining Room caters for 80 people for a sit-
down meal and its huge sash windows give direct
access to a paved garden (with its own fountain)
which can be covered with a marquee to
accommodate additional guests. After enjoying a
fabulous dining experience, you and your guests can
make your way to the magnificent ballroom to
dance the night away.
www.inneshouse.com
For that extra sense of grandeur, why not
choose a venue that’s steeped in history…
Timeless classics