Getting Married in Scotland

Your dream Scottish wedding in the Highlands

Many couples all across the globe dream of a romantic Scottish wedding. Whether you have ancestral roots here, you’ve visited before and fallen in love, or you’ve simply always wanted to get married in this stunningly beautiful country. Whatever the reason, we can make your dream wedding a reality at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness. Set in the capital of the Highlands, we are surrounded by the rugged beauty of the mountains and glens. Our flexible venue has everything you need for weddings large or small. Plus, our dedicated team can help you plan your big day from anywhere in the world. Putting you in touch with local suppliers and ensuring everything runs smoothly from start to finish.

Our flexible wedding venue and hotel

We offer the complete package at the Kingsmills. You can hold your ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception all in one place. We also have luxury hotel accommodation onsite for wedding couples and their guests.

Our range of event rooms offer indoor and outdoor ceremonies and flexible spaces for dining and celebrations. We can accommodate up to 200 guests for a ceremony, 300 for a wedding breakfast and 350 for an evening reception. We also welcome small, intimate weddings and elopements. It’s your day and we can make your vision come to life!

You’ll have your own personal Wedding Co-ordinator, your main point of contact throughout, who can help with all aspects of wedding planning. If you are planning from far away, they can put you in touch with local suppliers and share local knowledge. Whatever you need, just let them know. They are with you every step of the way.

The perfect Scottish wedding destination

When it comes to Scottish wedding destinations, Inverness is a perfect choice. It’s easy for you and your guests to get here whether you’re travelling within the UK or internationally. Inverness is well-connected with its own airport, train station and bus station.

And although Inverness is a vibrant, bustling city, with modern conveniences and facilities, it’s also on the doorstep of the breathtaking Scottish Highlands. A wild and magical place for you to explore, with the most magnificent landscapes imaginable!

Resources and information

The Scottish Government website provides the information you’ll need to prepare for getting married in Scotland, whether you are from the UK or another country. This includes who is eligible to get married, the different types of wedding ceremonies, and all the forms and paperwork you’ll need to provide and complete. You’ll find further details here on the National Records of Scotland website, such as how to register for marriage and check if you need a UK visa.

Allow plenty of time to make these arrangements, at least three months. Your marriage notice and any additional forms need to be with the registrar at least 29 days before the wedding.

Make a wedding enquiry

Find out more about wedding facilities at the Kingsmills in our wedding brochure. Should you wish to arrange a viewing or ask any questions at all, please get in touch.