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WEDDINGS AT
THE RIVERS SUITE,
CRAIGLOCKHART
Licensed Civil, Religious &
Partnership Ceremonies
Sumptuous surroundings
in a beautiful setting
Original 20th century chapel option
Up to 120 guests for your
wedding breakfast
Competitive rates
Ample parking
WINTER WEDDING PACKAGES:
£5,000 for 60 guests (day and evening)
Additional day guest - £65.00
Additional evening guest - £10.00
Further details on our bespoke wedding packages
from our dedicated Functions Team:
T: 0131 455 3711
or visit www.napier.ac.uk/weddings
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Our experienced photographers will help you
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the City of Edinburgh
Wedding
Guide
You & Edinburgh - the Perfect Match . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Your Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Documents Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
The Ceremony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Marrying in a Registrar’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Where to Find Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
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You & Edinburgh the Perfect Match
We are delighted that you have chosen
to celebrate your marriage or civil
partnership ceremony in Edinburgh
and look forward to sharing with you
the happiness of your special day.
This brochure has been designed to
assist you with your arrangements
and contains information to help you
plan your day.
You can choose to have your civil
ceremony in one of the three registrar’s
offices, in any of the prestigious
buildings in Edinburgh or anywhere
you wish - providing the place has
been agreed with the couple, the
registrar and the venue owner.
This brochure will give you details of the
registrar’s offices and what to do if you
choose to have your civil ceremony in a
different location as well as information
about the paperwork you will need to
complete to make sure your marriage
or civil partnership is legal.
Edinburgh has three registration
offices at which you can choose to
have your civil ceremony. These are
based at Lothian Chambers,
Leith registrar’s office and South
Queensferry registrar’s office. You’ll
find contact details and a map showing
the location of each office on page 18.
Edinburgh offers some magnificent
historic buildings, hotels, restaurants
and visitor attractions in which you
can have your civil ceremony. You will
need to contact your venue of choice
in the first instance to make sure they
can accommodate you on the date
you want. You or your venue will then
contact Lothian Chambers and we
can confirm the registrar’s attendance
to conduct your ceremony.
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Civil ceremonies are only carried out
by registrars or assistant registrars and
a registrar may be booked up to two
years before the date of the ceremony.
It is also possible to hold a civil
ceremony in Scottish Territorial waters.
This is obviously a bit more
complicated and the procedure for
giving notice differs slightly from
the normal procedures. Please
contact the registrar’s office at
Lothian Chambers for advice.
Registrar’s Office
Lothian Chambers
59-63 George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1RN
e.mail: registrars.lothianchambers@
edinburgh.gov.uk
Tel:
0131 529 2609
(Outside UK: +44 131 529 2609)
Fax:
0131 529 2613
(Outside UK: + 44 131 529 2613)
Helpful websites
www.edinburgh.gov.uk/registrars
www.nrscotland.gov.uk
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Your Choice
First you have to choose where and
when you would like your civil ceremony
to take place.
If you decide to hold your civil ceremony
in one of our registrar’s offices contact
the office you have chosen to check
availability for the date you require.
Details of all the offices can be
found on page 18 or by visiting
www.edinburgh.gov.uk/registrars.
You can book the appointment time
over the telephone or by calling into
the relevant office.
If you decide to have your civil
ceremony in a venue, contact the
venue to make a provisional booking
for the date you require. The venue
will then ask you to complete an AP
form which, once filled out by yourself
and your venue, should be taken or
sent to the registrar’s office at Lothian
Chambers to book a registrar. This
form will confirm the attendance of
a registrar at your ceremony. If the
venue does not have AP forms they
can be obtained from Lothian Chambers.
If you decide to have your ceremony in
a location a bit more unconventional –
contact Lothian Chambers and we will
be happy to issue you with an AP form
and discuss your choice of venue.
Wherever you decide your civil
ceremony is to take place, it’s your
day and we want to make it as special
as possible for you. You may choose
to have a quiet, informal ceremony
with just yourselves and your two
witnesses. You may prefer to have
a large traditional ceremony with
escorts, guests, readings and music or
you may prefer something in between.
Couples are invited to personalise their
civil ceremony by adding their own
vows or including words and music that
have a special meaning to them.
You may choose to write certain parts
of the ceremony yourself or choose
from the options given in the ceremony
booklet issued by the registrar.
You may choose to include readings
or poetry for one of your guests to
read out as part of your ceremony.
You may choose to include a traditional
element to you ceremony e.g.
handfasting or candle ceremony etc.
You may also wish to have music to
enhance your ceremony. This may be
recorded music or live musicians.
Please let staff know of any special
requests you may be thinking about.
If it is reasonable we will endeavour
to comply with your wishes.
When you complete your notice forms,
you should also fill out the requirements
form issued by the registrar. This form
allows us to know what you are planning
on the day so we can work with you to
ensure everything goes well.
The forms for lodging notice of your
intention to marry or enter into a civil
partnership can be collected from
any registrar’s office in Scotland or
downloaded from the National
Records of Scotland’s website at
www.nrscotland.gov.uk
The notice forms must be completed
by the couple and taken or sent to the
registrar’s office where the ceremony
is to take place or, if your ceremony
is in a venue, to Lothian Chambers.
Please note we cannot accept e-mailed
or faxed notices or documents.
The minimum period for lodging notice
forms is 29 days before the date of
the ceremony. The maximum period
is three months before the date. We
normally recommend that couples
lodge their notice forms with the
registrar six – eight weeks before
the date of the ceremony. However,
if either of the parties are non EEA
nationals we recommend ten –
twelve weeks notice be given.
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Documents Required
Along with the marriage notice forms
you must enclose your birth certificates
and proof of current place of residence
which must be dated within the last 3
months, and, if appropriate:
• Decree of Divorce – if you have
been previously married or have
been in a registered civil partnership
and this has ended in divorce or
dissolution you will need to produce
a decree of divorce or dissolution
issued and stamped by the court
where it was granted.
• Death Certificate – if you are
widowed or are a surviving civil
partner you will need to produce
a certified copy of your previous
spouse’s or registered civil
partner’s death certificate.
• Certificate of No Impediment –
a certificate issued by your country
of domicile, if that is outside the UK,
saying there is no impediment to
you marrying in Scotland. (Please
note that this is not required
for same-sex marriages or civil
partnership registrations).
• Passports – for everyone - unless
born in the UK prior to 1/1/1983.
• If you are a non-EEA national then
please contact the registrar’s office
for advice as further documents
are required.
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All certificates must be originals
(not photocopies) and will be returned
to you apart from Certificates of
No Impediment. Photocopies of
passports and relevant visas may be
acceptable to lodge notice provided the
originals are produced before
the date of the ceremony.
The relevant fee must accompany the
notice forms. The current fees can be
obtained from the registrar.
The notice forms and documents can
be sent by post or courier but you
should always contact the office to
ensure that they have arrived safely
and everything is in order for your
ceremony to go ahead.
Please note: your marriage or
civil partnership registration cannot
go ahead unless you have lodged
your notice forms and relevant
documents with the registrar
within the correct timescale.
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The Ceremony
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Upon Arrival
Witnesses
The registrar will meet you both
privately before the ceremony begins
to go over the ceremony process and
give you the opportunity to ask any
questions and discuss any final points
relating to the ceremony. This can be
done individually or by speaking to
both parties at the same time – the
choice is yours. If you are having any
readings, the registrar will also speak
to your ‘Readers’ to confirm at what
point in the ceremony this will happen.
Once all the preliminaries have been
carried out, the registrar will assist in
organising how any attendants and the
main parties will make their entrance
into the ceremony room, where the
couple will stand etc. The registrar will
ensure that the guests are standing
and that, if requested, the appropriate
music is being played as one or both
of the parties make their entrance,
with attendants if wished, and the
ceremony begins.
The registrar will meet the two people
who are going to act as your witnesses.
They may be related to you, friends or
someone you have just met. They must
be aged 16 or over and capable of
understanding the ceremony and will sign
the schedule with you after the ceremony.
Readings
If you choose to have readings at
your ceremony, the registrar will
need to know the names of the
people who will be doing the readings,
in order that (s)he can call them
up at the appropriate time.
Music
It is normal to have background music
playing when your guests begin to
congregate in the ceremony room.
When the registrar announces the
couples’ entrance into the room
another piece of music may be played.
Thereafter, more background music
may be played while the schedule is
being signed. If you are having live
music the registrar will liaise with the
musicians to let them know when to
start and stop playing. If you are having recorded music and your ceremony
is in a registrar’s office then you should
hand in the CD before the date of your
ceremony. If your ceremony is in a
venue then you should arrange for
one of your guests or venue staff to
operate the sound system as the
registrar cannot be responsible for this.
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The civil marriage ceremony
You have the option to amend much
of what is said during your ceremony
to make it more personal to you both.
You may wish to write certain parts
yourself or choose from the options given
in the ‘Your Civil Marriage in Edinburgh’
booklet issued by the registrar.
The only parts of the ceremony
you cannot omit are when you both
confirm your identity, the wording of
the declarations and when you are
pronounced married. You can however,
add to the wording which will be used.
If you have chosen to personalise your
ceremony, you should make sure that
the amendments to your ceremony are
returned to the registrar’s office at
least two weeks before your ceremony.
Please remember that the registrar
is there to help you and there is no
need to be worried or nervous about
the ceremony.
The civil partnership
registration and ceremony
In the case of a registration only,
the couple and their witnesses will
be taken into the ceremony room
and signing of the civil partnership
schedule will take place.
You also have the option of including
in the registration a non-statutory
ceremony. As previously mentioned,
we encourage couples to personalise
their own ceremony. You may wish to
write the whole ceremony yourself or
choose from the options given in the
‘Your Civil Partnership in Edinburgh’
booklet issued by the registrar.
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As the ceremony is non-statutory there
is nothing you are required by law to
say to each other.
If you have chosen to personalise your
ceremony, you should make sure that
the amendments to your ceremony are
returned to the registrar’s office at
least two weeks before your ceremony.
Signing of the schedule
Once you have been pronounced
married / legal civil partners, you
and your two witnesses will sign the
marriage / civil partnership schedule.
If your ceremony is taking place in
a registrar’s office, the registrar will
then leave you in order to register
your marriage/civil partnership and
prepare your certificate. During this
time there will be an opportunity for
photographs to be taken. When the
certificate has been prepared, the
registrar will then present this to
you before you and your guests leave
to continue your celebrations.
If your ceremony is in another venue,
then the registrar will leave you with
your family and friends to continue
celebrating. Your certificate will be
posted out to you or you can arrange
to collect it from Lothian Chambers.
Should you require any further copies,
these are available on payment of a
statutory fee.
Changing an existing Civil
Partnership to a Marriage
Couples now have the option to change
an existing civil partnership which
took place in Scotland to a marriage.
This can be done by either an
administrative route or by means of a
ceremony. The couple must make an
appointment for whichever route they
choose. The administrative route is a
simplified procedure which involves the
couple completing the application form
usually within the public office.
The marriage will then be registered
and a marriage certificate can be
purchased. The ceremony route will
involve giving the usual marriage
notice period and paying the relevant
fees. The ceremony can take place at
the venue of your choice.
Documents to be produced to change
a civil partnership to a marriage are
• previous civil partnership certificate issued in Scotland
• photographic identity document
for both parties – e.g passport,
driving licence
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Marrying in a
Registrar’s Office
The Suites
Lothian Chambers
Lothian Chambers, at the corner
of George IV Bridge and the historic
Royal Mile, is a beautiful and
impressive building which has been
renovated and refurbished. Formerly
the Midlothian County Buildings,
there are three stunning ceremony
rooms, the largest of which can
accommodate 110 guests.
Ceremony parties have their own
entrance through West Parliament
Square into the Gathering Area,
specifically designed to allow the
couple and their guests to assemble
in comfort before moving to the
ceremony room. The Gathering Area
is fully accessible and has a lift to
take less able guests up to the
ceremony rooms on the first floor.
An ornate central staircase with
decorative cast iron railings leads to
a beautiful upper hallway and balcony.
With its marble pillars and decorative
frieze, this area is flooded with light by
three cupolas. All the ceremony rooms
are accessed from this first floor area.
There is parking for one car directly
outside the entrance in West
Parliament Square. There is no other
parking available at the office.
The City of Edinburgh Suite
Originally used as the main Council
chamber, this stunning room will seat
110 guests, in addition to the couple
and their two witnesses.
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The dark wood panelling on the walls is
topped with beautiful carved mouldings
and contrasts with the light wood floor.
Light streams in through three large
arched windows which look out over
Parliament Square to the historic
St Giles’ Cathedral. Three stunning
chandeliers hang from the ornately
decorated and vaulted ceiling.
After the ceremony the schedule
will be signed at a decorative writing
table at the front of the room in the
presence of your guests.
wood doors and window surrounds
with a wood and marble fireplace.
After the ceremony the schedule will be
signed at a writing table at the front of
the room in the presence of your guests.
The McIntyre and Melbourne Suites
share a small ante room in which the
couple and their witnesses can gather
before entering the ceremony room.
Edinburgh
International Festival
Lothian Chambers is situated in the
very heart of the city and during the
The Melbourne Suite
Edinburgh International Festival and
This consists of two adjoining rooms
Festival Fringe the area around the
which can be used together or separately. building becomes alive with street
In addition to the couple and their two performers and fringe show acts.
witnesses the Melbourne Suite can
Surrounding streets are closed off to
take 28 guests if used separately or
host these events, which means that
40 if used together.
access to the office may take a little
longer. Also there is no parking
The suite overlooks Melbourne Place
in Parliament Square West during
(part of George IV Bridge) and the
the Festival. Please take this into
Royal Mile.
account if you are planning to have
your ceremony in Lothian Chambers
There are beautiful natural wood doors during August.
and window surrounds and a distinctive
wood and marble fireplace. The writing Please note that all other times there
table where you will sign the schedule
is a restriction on the playing of music
after your ceremony is located in the
in Parliament Square West between
rear part of the suite.
9am and 4.30pm from Monday to Friday.
The McIntyre Suite
This is the smallest of the ceremony
suites and takes 24 guests in addition
to the couple and their two witnesses.
Overlooking George IV Bridge, it is
named after the architect who
redesigned the building at the end of
the 19th century. It has lovely natural
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Leith Registrar’s Office
The Ceremony Suite at the Leith
registrar’s office, 30 Ferry Road,
is set in a complex of buildings dating
from the 1930s, which includes Leith
Theatre, Thomas Morton Hall and the
former Leith Town Hall.
There is space within the entrance
gates for one car and your guests
should be able to park nearby.
The ceremony room can accommodate
40 guests in addition to the couple
and their two witnesses.
There are four seats at the front of
the room which are used for the
couple and the two witnesses. Any
additional bridesmaids or escorts
should sit in the row behind.
Your guests will go up the impressive
staircase to the first floor of Thomas
Morton Hall to a large reception
area where they may await your
arrival in comfort.
The chamber can accommodate 37
guests in addition to the couple and
their two witnesses.
The entrance to the main building
has four steps, therefore anyone
with limited mobility should check
suitability before booking.
There is a large car park on the
seafront at the Forth Rail Bridge,
five minutes walk away.
All Ceremony Rooms
All the ceremony rooms in each venue
have dried or silk floral arrangements.
However, you can supply your own
fresh flowers if you wish. Please contact the registrar in advance should
you wish to do so.
South Queensferry Office
Please don’t arrive too early as you
may have to wait outside until the
previous ceremony is finished.
However at Lothian Chambers there is
a specific area for you and your guests
to congregate prior to your ceremony.
In the interests of safety and comfort
please ensure that the numbers
attending your ceremony do not
exceed the capacity of the room you
have chosen. There is no standing in
the rooms and any guests not able to
be seated will be asked to wait outside
the room.
The registrar’s office is on the cobbled
High Street of the historic town of
South Queensferry, on the seafront
between the Forth rail and road bridges.
Do tell the registrar if there is to be
a video recording. We will try to
place the camera operator in the
After the ceremony, the schedule is
signed in the ceremony room in the
presence of your guests.
Due to the ceremony room being on
the first floor it is not suitable for
anyone with mobility problems.
However, you should discuss any issues
with the staff at Leith as alternative
arrangements may be possible.
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The ceremonies take place in the
impressive council chamber with its
beautiful corniced ceilings and stunning
views over the Firth of Forth.
best position in the room. All cameras
must be handheld and have their own
power supply. We must insist that any
furniture moved for the purpose of
taking photographs should be put
back again and this should be made
clear to any photographers.
If you wish to supply your own CD,
please hand this in to the registrar
before the date of your ceremony. To
avoid disruption during the ceremony
all your music should be on ONE CD.
Photographs may be taken, either by
a professional photographer or by your
guests. However we would ask that
anyone taking photographs does not
move around the room during the
ceremony as this can be extremely
distracting for everyone. The registrar
will be happy to suggest a suitable spot
for a photographer to stand.
In order that other couples may also
enjoy the facilities, please help us to
keep the office tidy by telling your
guests not to throw confetti, rice etc in
or around the registrar’s office. This
may breach the Litter Act and anyone
doing so may be fined.
We hope this brochure will answer
your questions but, if you require
further information or clarification,
please do not hesitate to contact a
member of staff.
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City Chambers
Other Council Venues
Edinburgh’s City Chambers is one
of the city’s most luxurious and
opulent venues. It can accommodate
a variety of ceremonies, from the
intimate to the grand and has a
specialist events team that assist in
the planning and co-ordination of
ceremonies and receptions.
The Council also has a range of halls,
theatres and other surprising venues
throughout the city which you may
hire for your special occasions.
From the stunning new facilities in
the Usher Hall, to the grandeur of
the Assembly Rooms in George Street,
to local community halls, there is
something to suit all budgets.
Situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s
historic Old Town, the City Chambers
is surrounded by beautiful views of
the city’s landmarks. The venue itself
is steeped in history, providing an
enchanting backdrop to celebrate
your big day.
Dining at the City Chambers is also
fully catered for, with a variety of
menus to suit all tastes and budgets.
Contact them on
0131 529 5974 or e-mail
[email protected]
www.citychambersedinburgh.co.uk
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Where to Find Us
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96 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 3DH
Telephone: 0131 225 5577
[email protected]
www.grandlodgescotland.com/weddings
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Ben Lomond Way
Balloch G83 8QL
01389 722 212
Old Schoolhouse Tankerness
Orkney KW17 2QT
01856 861 203
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C ELEB R ATE YO U R WED D I N G I N S T Y LE AT G &V
Founded on tradition but infused with Scottish and Italian style.
G&V offers a unique, 5* experience, whether it’s your wedding venue,
drinks reception or post ceremony afternoon tea. Every detail will
be taken care of seamlessly to create a dream that will last forever.
DISCOVER MORE AT GANDVHOTEL.COM
1 GEORGE IV BRIDGE
EDINBURGH
EH1 1AD
SCOTLAND
T : +44 131 220 6666
F : +44 131 226 6660
[email protected]
GANDVHOTEL.COM
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When you're
planning a special
day, you need a
venue that puts you
centre-stage and
your guests
at ease.
From day one, we'll
work with you to
create the wedding
or civil partnership
of your dreams. It's
your day, and we're
here to help you make
it happen.
• White weddings to civil
partnerships
• Licensed rooms for civil
and religious ceremonies
• Up to 100 seated guests for
a wedding ceremony and
breakfast and up to 120
guests for an evening
reception
• Smaller suites for more
intimate weddings
To tell us about the unforgettable day you'd like to create,
call our wedding-planning team today on 0131 669 0444.
BEST WESTERN Kings Manor Hotel I 100 Milton Road East I Edinburgh I EH15 2NP
[email protected] www.kingsmanor.com
3035263
HISTORIC & ROMANTIC
Pinkie House is a glorious setting for intimate celebrations of life, love
and marriage. With beautiful gardens, grand rooms and a real sense of
occasion, it’s a world of its own, yet lies within easy reach of Edinburgh.
With its honey-coloured stone, crow-stepped gables and turrets reaching
to the sky, Pinkie House is an enchanting blend of beauty and history.
And, once inside, the picture is just as compelling.
Whether it’s an intimate gathering of a dozen or a grand occasion for
120, we offer romance, elegance and sheer practicality. From the
magnificent Painted Gallery to the the intimacy of the Library and
Ronald Graham Suite, or a grand marquee on the beautifully manicured
lawn, Pinkie House is a venue that will live long in the memory.
We’d be delighted to host both the ceremony and the reception or
reception alone.
Our own delightful chapel can host up to 400 guests, and makes a
striking setting for those most important two words of your life.
Civil weddings can be held in a number of different spaces, including the
Painted Gallery and the Ronald Graham Suite. And whatever you choose,
we will work with you to make sure that your day flows smoothly.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
PATRICIA COCKBURN, EVENTS MANAGER
LORETTO SCHOOL, MUSSELBURGH EH21 7RE
TEL: 0131 653 4473 • EMAIL: [email protected]
3035397
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MACDONALD HOLYROOD HOTEL
Romance blossoms in the Historic Old Town of Edinburgh, and with its picturesque location in the
country’s capital, the Macdonald Holyrood Hotel is the ideal venue for a Scottish wedding. Offering
luxury accommodation, a health and beauty spa, fantastic food and drink, elegant wedding suites and
beautiful photogenic surroundings, this city-centre hotel will make your big day one to remember.
With the spectacular views of Arthur’s Seat in the background it’s quite easy to forget that you are only
minutes away from the hustle and bustle of city centre life. So relax and enjoy the surroundings and allow
our Wedding Team to cater for all the requirements of your big day.
Your wedding day should be perfect. That’s why our team will be on hand every step of the way to
ensure everything runs smoothly for you. They can help with all aspects, from menu and wine selections
to table plans and entertainment, leaving you to simply enjoy yourself.
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Our wedding packages offer our couples the flexibility to tailor a package that suits them best and the
self-contained events floor ensures that each wedding has exclusive use of the space and our undivided
attention, for their big day.
With extensive accommodation and a health club and spa, the Macdonald Holyrood Hotel can offer
many additional services.
For more information contact our weddings team on
0844 849 9028 or [email protected]
Or visit our website www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/Edinburgh
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Vitaliteeth Dental Spa provides the highest quality dental
treatments as well as using state-of-the-art equipment so you can
have 'Confidence In Your Smile'
T: 0131 208 2222 I E: [email protected]
Quote code: WED to receive a discount
116 Ocean Drive I Edinburgh I EH6 6JG
3035549
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The perfectly central location for your
informal wedding meal.
• ‘Taste Our Best’ accredited menu
• A warm welcome from first
contact to final goodbye
• Groups from 2 to 80
• Exclusive restaurant use/private
rooms available
• Edinburgh’s widest range of
Scotch Whiskies!
15 Elm Row, Edinburgh, EH7 4AA
0131 556 2020
AMBER RESTAURANT & WHISKY BAR AT THE SCOTCH WHISKY
EXPERIENCE. NEXT TO EDINBURGH CASTLE
www.simplyexquisitebridal.com
Like Us on Facebook:
www.amber-restaurant.co.uk
0131 477 8477 • [email protected]
/simplyexquisitebridal
3035264
3035420
0131 556 9349
www.triggstudio.com
152 Dundas Street • Edinburgh • EH3 5DQ
3035521
3035523
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3035654
BY APPOINTMENT TO
HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN
KLEEN CLEANERS
DRY CLEANER
EDINBURGH
EST.1947
SPECIALIST DRY CLEANER
Garment Care Specialists in Dry Cleaning and Wet Cleaning
Wedding Gown & Couture • Kilts, Highland Wear, Cashmere,
Silk & Fur • Vintage garments and Leather & Suede
All garments are hand finished & Steam only service available
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT OUR SERVICES VISIT OUR WEBSITE
10 ST MARY’S STREET, EDINBURGH EH1 1SU
0131 5564337
www.kleen-cleaners.co.uk • [email protected]
3035262
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Royal Over-Seas League
Edinburgh’s most central wedding venue
• Licensed for Civil Marriages and Partnerships
• Unrivalled views of Edinburgh Castle and
Princes Street Gardens
• No limited menu choices.
• Complimentary honeymoon suite*
• Reception for up to 100 guests
Call today for a show around and pick up a wedding pack or
visit our website at www.rosl-edinburgh.org
Tel: 0131 225 1501 • Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Royal Over-Seas League • 100 Princes Street • Edinburgh • EH2 3AB
*minimum of 45 for meal and evening reception
3035334
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Woodland views. A stunning sunken garden. Fantastic food.
Outskirts of Edinburgh. Experience, dedication, professional service.
Perfect occasions. Give us a call. We’ll be delighted to help.
WEDDINGS . ACCOMMODATION . EVENTS . CONFERENCES . MEETINGS
Edinburgh Conference Centre Heriot-Watt University, Riccarton, Edinburgh, EH14 4AS
T: 0131
451 3115 |
E: [email protected]
www.edinburgh-conference-weddings.com
3035362
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Tel: 0131 645 8189 ❤ Email: [email protected] ❤ Web: www.ttce.com
Our award-winning specialists can assist you with planning your dream honeymoon.
We are happy to come to meet you at a time convenient to you to discuss your requirements.
It is our personal service that sets us apart.
3035418
Kyloe's Private Dining Room can cater
intimately for up to 16 guests. The award
winning restaurant's private dining room
includes its own lounge area where guests
can enjoy fizz and canapés on arrival before
being seated for a sumptuous wedding
breakfast in charming surroundings. The
experienced team will ensure all of your
expectations are met and that you have the
best day possible.
The four luxury apartments are situated a
short distance from the private dining room;
the perfect place to stay the night prior or
the night of your wedding. The Rutland
Hotel’s luxury apartments offer the highest
calibre of features complemented with
stylish décor and plenty of space to make
you feel at home. Ideal for the groomsmen
or bridal party to stay (or the perfect retreat
for the bride and groom to slip away to on
the evening!).
Visit our websites to find our more information now or call us on
0131 229 3402.
Private Dining: http://www.kyloerestaurant.com/private_dining/
Apartments: http://www.therutlandhotel.com/no15/
Hotel: http://www.therutlandhotel.com
3035481
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3035231
Celebrate your wedding
in a unique property in the
heart of Edinburgh
Riddle’s Court
&
Glasite Meeting House
Two historic properties available for
wedding ceremonies,
receptions and special events.
Please contact
Scottish Historic Buildings Trust
to discuss available packages.
0131 220 1232
[email protected] www.shbt.org.uk
3035302
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&
Weddings
Civil Partnerships
Under the discerning gaze of Scottish greats the Royal Society
of Edinburgh is the perfect place to celebrate your wedding.
If you only want to hold your wedding ceremony we are
happy to organise just that for you. If it’s your ceremony plus
a reception afterwards we would be delighted to help you
celebrate in style, be that a simple drinks reception after your
ceremony, a more traditional wedding reception, or perhaps
something in between.
Our venue can comfortably accommodate up to 90 people
for weddings.
And what about keeping the children entertained? Our
Theatre is available to show movies while the adults are
enjoying the party.
22-26 George St, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH2 2PQ
0131 240 5034
www.royalsocedvenue.co.uk
“
I just wanted to formally
thank the RSE for a truly
fantastic day. It was such
upheaval because of the
weather and travel issues but
the RSE made everyone feel
so welcome that they really
helped to make the day a
huge success.
”
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