{"id":2591,"date":"2025-09-13T23:50:55","date_gmt":"2025-09-13T22:50:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.5starweddingmagazine.com\/?p=2591"},"modified":"2025-09-13T23:51:04","modified_gmt":"2025-09-13T22:51:04","slug":"luxury-wedding-venues-in-edinburgh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/luxury-wedding-venues-in-edinburgh\/","title":{"rendered":"Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When The Howard Edinburgh closed its doors, it left a space in the city\u2019s luxury wedding scene. But couples planning a romantic Scottish celebration are spoiled for choice \u2014 Edinburgh is a city of grand hotels, exclusive-use estates, and fairytale castles. Here are five of our favourite venues that carry on the tradition of elegance, intimacy, and unforgettable celebrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee.jpg\" alt=\"Exclusively yours -The Howard Edinburgh\" class=\"wp-image-11063446\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-1155x770.jpg 1155w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-293x195.jpg 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-390x260.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" title=\"Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee.jpg\" alt=\"Exclusively yours -The Howard Edinburgh\" class=\"wp-image-11063446\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-1155x770.jpg 1155w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-293x195.jpg 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-marquee-390x260.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prestonfield House<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just five minutes from Edinburgh\u2019s Old Town, Prestonfield House is a masterclass in glamour and theatre. The interiors are a riot of colour and texture \u2014 velvet, gold leaf, and oil paintings \u2014 making every corner photograph-ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Weddings at Prestonfield<\/strong><br \/>Ceremonies can be held in the rose-filled gardens or inside the Stables Ballroom with its sweeping drapes and candlelit drama. After the vows, treat your guests to Champagne on the lawn before moving inside for a grand dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> Up to 400 for a reception, 180 for a seated dinner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exclusive Use:<\/strong> Available for full buyout, including 23 opulent bedrooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Style:<\/strong> Baroque, decadent, luxurious<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Newhall Estate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For couples seeking a countryside escape without losing easy access to the city, Newhall Estate is a gem. Located just 12 miles from Edinburgh, the estate spans over 1,000 acres and includes a walled garden, woodlands, and a picturesque reservoir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Weddings at Newhall<\/strong><br \/>This is an exclusive-use venue, which means your wedding feels like a private country house weekend. Hold your ceremony outdoors in the gardens or in the bright Coach House, then enjoy dinner in a marquee or barn-style setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> Around 150 guests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exclusive Use:<\/strong> Yes, including accommodation for up to 40 guests on-site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Style:<\/strong> Countryside romance, private estate elegance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Carlowrie Castle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/listing\/carlowrie-castle.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/listing\/carlowrie-castle.html\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Carlowrie Castle<\/a> brings together heritage, design, and a thoroughly modern approach to weddings. Just 20 minutes from central Edinburgh, the castle sits in 32 acres of manicured grounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens.jpg\" alt=\"Exclusively yours -The Howard Edinburgh\" class=\"wp-image-11063448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-1155x770.jpg 1155w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-293x195.jpg 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-390x260.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" title=\"Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens.jpg\" alt=\"Exclusively yours -The Howard Edinburgh\" class=\"wp-image-11063448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-1155x770.jpg 1155w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-293x195.jpg 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/carlowrie-weddings-gardens-390x260.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Weddings at Carlowrie<\/strong><br \/>Couples can host a ceremony in the orangery-style marquee, on the lawn with the castle fa\u00e7ade as a backdrop, or inside the stately drawing rooms. The castle is available for exclusive use, ensuring total privacy for your celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 50\u2013450 guests, depending on space and setup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exclusive Use:<\/strong> Yes, including 9 luxury bedrooms for up to 18 guests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Style:<\/strong> Grand, romantic, exclusive-use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dundas Castle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a fairytale castle is your dream, <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/listing\/dundas-castle.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/listing\/dundas-castle.html\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dundas<\/a> delivers in spectacular style. Located just outside Edinburgh, this 15th-century castle is privately owned and only available for exclusive hire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"400\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-1200x400.jpg\" alt=\"Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh\" class=\"wp-image-11063449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-1200x400.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-600x200.jpg 600w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-770x257.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-1536x512.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-500x167.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-293x98.jpg 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-1400x467.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-390x130.jpg 390w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"400\" title=\"Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-1200x400.jpg\" alt=\"Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh\" class=\"wp-image-11063449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-1200x400.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-600x200.jpg 600w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-770x257.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-1536x512.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-500x167.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-293x98.jpg 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-1400x467.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1-390x130.jpg 390w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/Dundas-Castle-1920x640-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Luxury Wedding Venues in Edinburgh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Weddings at Dundas Castle<\/strong><br \/>The Auld Keep is perfect for an atmospheric ceremony by candlelight, while the Pavilion offers a light-filled space for larger celebrations. The lawns and terrace create beautiful settings for photos and drinks receptions with sweeping views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> Up to 200 for a seated dinner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exclusive Use:<\/strong> Yes, including 17 luxurious bedrooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Style:<\/strong> Fairytale castle, heritage elegance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Balmoral<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No list of Edinburgh wedding venues is complete without The Balmoral. Standing proudly on Princes Street, this Rocco Forte hotel epitomises city sophistication, offering views of the Castle and the Scott Monument.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Weddings at The Balmoral<\/strong><br \/>Say \u201cI do\u201d in the Sir Walter Scott Suite with its lofty ceilings and crystal chandeliers, then host an elegant dinner in one of the hotel\u2019s grand salons. The Balmoral is ideal for couples seeking a central location and the buzz of Edinburgh on their doorstep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> Around 260 guests in the main ballroom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exclusive Use:<\/strong> Partial exclusivity available (ballroom and salons)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Style:<\/strong> Classic city glamour, luxury five-star service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Edinburgh<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Edinburgh is a city that wears its romance on its sleeve. Cobbled streets, historic architecture, sweeping views from Calton Hill \u2014 it\u2019s a city that offers atmosphere by the bucketload. With these venues, you have the best of both worlds: grand city glamour, countryside seclusion, and castle magic, all within a short drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plan Your Edinburgh Celebration<\/strong><br \/>Whether you imagine an intimate city dinner, a castle weekend with all your favourite people, or a full-scale celebration under the stars, these venues can make it happen. <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/contactus\">Contact the 5 Star Wedding Travel Team<\/a> for availability, pricing, and tailored recommendations for your perfect Edinburgh wedding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When The Howard Edinburgh closed its doors, it left a space in the city\u2019s luxury wedding scene. But couples planning a romantic Scottish celebration are spoiled for choice \u2014 Edinburgh is a city of grand hotels, exclusive-use estates, and fairytale castles. Here are five of our favourite venues that carry on the tradition of elegance, intimacy, and unforgettable celebrations. Prestonfield House Just five minutes from Edinburgh\u2019s Old Town, Prestonfield House is a masterclass in glamour and theatre. 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