Weddings Blogs

Ideas and inspiration for a spring Scottish wedding We love spring at the Kingsmills Hotel. As this glorious season comes to an end, we’re already thinking about next year’s spectacular spring weddings! So if you’re busy planning a wedding for next spring, here are some ideas to help and inspire you. As nature bursts into […]

Save the date … Sunday 29th October 2023 As we celebrate a busy season of summer weddings, we at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness are excited about our upcoming pop-in event. Our take on the traditional wedding open day! We cannot wait to welcome couples from near and far to explore our luxurious property and […]

What does elope actually mean? A great idea for small weddings . . . and not to mention romantic! And if you elope to Scotland, you are guaranteed a day to remember. Eloping used to mean young couples, whose families didn’t approve, sneaking off to get married so no one could stop them. These days, […]

Tips for a rainy wedding day in Scotland In Scotland, we have famously mixed weather. Whatever time of year, there’s always a chance of rain. Just as there’s always a chance of glorious sunshine. So for couples getting married here in the Scottish Highlands, that just means you have to be prepared. Keep an eye […]

8 of the best wedding apps and sites Planning a wedding can feel like a huge task! But today it’s easier than ever to get organised, thanks to the many wedding apps and sites at your fingertips. Use them to plan, budget and organise your big day. To help you get started, we’ve been looking […]

Inverness wedding suppliers If you’re planning a wedding in Inverness, be sure to print off our wedding planning checklist here for a list of things to organise before the big day. And to help you tick off some of those bridal essentials, such as the all-important dresses and flowers, here are some of our favourite […]

The latest Scottish wedding trends Whilst many of us have had our wedding day planned since we were 6 years old, there are always new ways to plan and prepare for the big event. So from the latest fashion advice to tips on saving money and sustainability, here are some recent Scottish wedding trends to […]

Green, sustainable wedding tips and ideas A wedding is a magical event, bringing friends and family together to celebrate a loving couple. It may be large or small, but it doesn’t have to be wasteful. By making a few important considerations, you can have a sustainable, eco-friendly, guilt-free wedding. Here, we share a few tips […]

Enjoy a free stay at the Kingsmills before your wedding Here at the Kingsmills Hotel, we appreciate the importance of your wedding day. There’s no room for anything but pure perfection! That’s why we offer couples the chance to “try before you buy” with this wonderful wedding offer… “Try before you buy” wedding offer Simply […]

Every love story is beautiful, but yours is our favourite Meeting that special someone and planning the rest of your lives together as a couple will mean that you want to have the wedding of your dreams. Plan an experience which will leave you and your guests with unique and lasting memories. Beautiful and memorable […]

Wedding twists to make your day unique Every wedding is special, and there are lots of things you can do to put a twist on a traditional wedding. You can tailor many aspects for a more modern, personalised approach to your big day. Keep the traditions you love and ditch the ones you don’t. It’s […]

Scottish winter wedding tips … Why knot? We all know the beautiful Scottish Highlands makes the perfect backdrop for a breath-taking winter wedding. But there is something magical about a winter wedding at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness. Glorious gardens dusted in snow, the historic backdrop of a snow-capped manor, not to mention a stunningly […]

The Kingsmills Wedding Planning Checklist Congratulations. You’re Engaged! After the initial celebrations, it can become quite daunting to think about all the planning that you need to do. But fear not! Our Wedding Coordinators have picked up a few tips over the years. So we’ve put together this wedding planning checklist to help you get started … […]

Alternative Guest Book Ideas A guest book is a traditional way to collect messages from guests at a wedding or special occasion. But sometimes it’s nice to do something a bit different. This week we’ve been scouring Instagram for some alternative guest book ideas, so that you can create a unique keepsake from your event […]

Stag party ideas in Inverness and Scottish Highlands If you’re planning a stag party, the Scottish Highlands is a fantastic destination. There are plenty of places to enjoy outdoor adventures in the Scottish Highlands during stag weekends, from golf to fishing. Here, at the Kingsmills Hotel, we offer a range of guest rooms for stag […]