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Weddings at Ghillie Dhu Edinburgh
When it comes to looking for a unique wedding venue in Edinburgh, full of character and stunning features, the Ghillie Dhu is the perfect one for you. The wedding venue is located in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre and with an award-winning Auditorium, our venue is one of a kind to host your wedding day. Our wedding co-ordinator, Amy, will work with you to plan wedding details and bring your perfect Scottish wedding vision to life for memories that will last for a lifetime.
Join us for our wedding open days for an amazing opportunity to see our beautiful Edinburgh auditorium set up for a wedding and speak to our fantastic wedding team about your dream day!
Thinking about saying “I Dhu” in our beautiful venue, drop us an inquiry or contact the Edinburgh Wedding team directly at weddings@ghillie-dhu.co.uk to discuss more details.
our Wedding Packages
Celebrate your special day at Ghillie Dhu, where stunning Scottish charm meets elegant city-centre style. From intimate ceremonies to lavish receptions, our bespoke wedding packages are designed to create unforgettable moments, complete with exceptional dining, dedicated wedding coordinators, and a truly magical atmosphere for you and your guests.
Intimate Weddings
Christmas Weddings
Winter Weddings – Save up to £2,000
Reception Only
Sunday Weddings
More than just a wedding
At Ghillie Dhu, we don’t just offer weddings, we offer packages throughout your entire engagement to marriage journey. Whether it is an engagement party, a hen/stag do, or a post wedding celebration we have a range of packages to suit you.
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Celebrate your engagement with an unforgettable celebration! Whether you envision an intimate gathering in the raised area of our main bar or a lavish party in our spacious auditorium, we're here to bring your dream engagement party to life.
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Elevate your Wedding Eve with a Welcome Party to set the stage for your big day! Gather your guests for an unforgettable evening filled with warmth, excitement, and anticipation. Whether you prefer an intimate dinner in one of our cozy booths or drinks in our raised area for those who've traveled to join you, we have tailored packages to suit your needs.
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Hair of the Dog:
The Morning-After BrunchWhat's Included:
Welcome Mimosas: Begin your first morning as a married couple with a mimosa toast.
Continental Breakfast: Enjoy a sumptuous spread featuring freshly baked pastries, an assortment of fruit preserves, a rustic ham and cheese board, and a selection of hot breakfast items to satisfy every craving.
Tea and Coffee Station: Treat yourself to a cup of tea or freshly brewed coffee.
Hydration Station: Stay hydrated with our hydration station offering chilled water and a selection of refreshing fruit juices to keep you feeling energized throughout the morning.
Package Details:
Designed for: 40 guests
Price: £800.00
With our "Hair of the Dog – The Morning After" package, guests can unwind and recover in style, ensuring that the wedding celebrations continue on a high note even after the big day.
Contact us to book this package for your wedding celebration!
The Day After Celebration
For those who want to extend the wedding festivities into the day after, indulge in our "Hair of the Dog – The Day After Celebration". Enjoy full use of a semi-private raised area with complimentary live music, creating the perfect atmosphere for unforgettable memories.
Customize your celebration with our Party Package, tailoring the experience to your specific preferences and desires.
Designed for: Up to 60 guests standing and seated
Continue the celebration in style with "Hair of the Dog – The Day After Celebration".
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Celebrate your wedding anniversary with us! Relive the magic of your special day by returning to where it all began. Book a table for a memorable dining experience and enjoy a complimentary bottle of fizz on us.
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We held our evening wedding celebration at Ghillie Dhu on 28th March 2025, with just seven weeks to plan it (as we were married abroad) — and it was absolutely perfect. The venue itself was stunning, and the staff were professional, friendly, and incredibly efficient throughout the night. We opted for the hot fork buffet, catered by Ghillie Dhu, and it exceeded our expectations. The food was delicious, the portions generous, and the variety of choices meant that even our guests with the most unusual allergies were well looked after. But the true star of the show was Amy, Ghillie Dhu’s wedding coordinator. From the moment we got in touch, Amy was a dream to work with. She was responsive, flexible, and incredibly supportive, answering all our questions with ease — even arranging Zoom calls with us while we were still abroad. Her organisation was flawless; she thought of everything so we didn’t have to. On the day itself, Amy was there every step of the way, making sure everything ran like clockwork. She was so friendly and warm, it genuinely felt like our best friend was running the event. She was always one step ahead, keeping a watchful eye to make sure we were happy and relaxed. Amy is absolutely in the right job — she’s phenomenal at what she does, and we truly can’t thank her enough for helping make our celebration so special!
– Rebecca and Sean
The best day of our lives. If you’re pondering the idea of booking the Ghillie Dhu- do it! It is a stunning venue that is so unique right in the heart of Edinburgh, we had most of our guests travel from Ireland/ Australia/ Canada and it was a perfect location for plentiful hotels. The venue itself was breathtaking, and we didn’t have to worry about a thing. Our wedding coordinator from the venue Amy Davies was incredible. She took care of us so well, and the day was so seamless and smooth. It really was the most magical day. I’ll never stop looking at our pics. Thank you to the Ghillie Dhu team- all the staff were fabulous and so hospitable. Thank you thank you!
– Chloe and Stephen
We can’t recommend the Ghillie Dhu highly enough. It goes without saying that the venue is beautiful and well placed within the city, but every aspect of the day met those same high standards. The food was excellent and many of our guests have reached out to us since to say how much they enjoyed it. The drinks package was well received and great value. The decor and stationery provided by the venue all looked brilliant. The staff were all pleasant and more than accommodating to any of our needs. Our wedding co-ordinator Amy was unbelievably helpful in the build up and throughout the day. She was always on hand to deal with any queries we had and was open and adaptable to any changes we wanted to make to the running order/schedule. She was always friendly and personable which helped to put aside any wedding day nerves. We can’t thank the Ghillie Dhu enough for their part in our day.
– Jack and Anna
We had our wedding at Ghillie Dhu May 2025 and I could not have asked for a better venue! The team were helpful and accommodating and the coordinator, Amy, was fantastic. From answering every email, to setting up the room and noting down everything that was requested, the whole day flowed seamlessly. The ceremony and drinks reception were in the garden which was beautiful. The food and drink was delicious and great portion sizes. We had guests coming up to us all night to say how brilliant it was. Thank you so much!
– Emily and Cameron
I got married at the Ghillie Dhu in April 2025. The venue was perfect and all our guests were in awe with how stunning it was. I planned the wedding from overseas and Amy Davies the wedding coordinator is amazing. She helped me plan the wedding for months and answered all my questions and queries. I didn’t arrive in Edinburgh until a week before and there were no issues or last minute follow ups because everything had been handled already by Amy and all I had to do was show up. Her calm presence eased my nerves and she was on hand all day to make our wedding flow perfectly from start to finish. The food was amazing and huge portions and all our guests were so happy with how good it was. We highly recommend Ghillie Dhu and Amy Davies for the perfect wedding in the city. Thank you so much!
– Katie and Alex
Our wedding at Ghillie Dhu was absolutely exceptional from viewing the venue, everything in between to the special day. Emma was absolutely amazing, would answer any questions I had, always kept us in the loop and was there every step of the way! The day of the wedding couldn’t have gone better, everything ran as smoothly as we could’ve hoped for and that is all thanks to Emma for being incredible! We would highly recommend having your wedding at this stunning venue!
– The Wilsons
Emma was the most perfect wedding coordinator. From the day we first met Emma she was so patient, helpful, kind and fun. Our day was so wonderful from start to finish all thanks to Emma, Tyla and the team at the Ghillie Dhu being so brilliant. Couldn’t recommend the Ghillie Dhu enough. The staff, food and venue were more than what we could have hoped for- thank you for everything, we loved every second.
– The Hogan-Hepburns
Wedding testimonials
Wedding FAQs
What are the minimum and maximum numbers of guests?
What time will our wedding be?
We have detailed below our recommended timeline; however, this is fully adaptable.
Arrival – Groom 13:00 Guests 13:15 Bride 13:55
13:45 – Guests seated for Ceremony
14:00 – Ceremony to begin
14:45 – Drinks reception
16:30 – Call to dinner
16:50 – Bride & groom introduced into room
16:50 – Speeches
17:30 – Dinner served
19:30 – Evening Guest arrival
20:00 – Cake cutting and First dance
22:00 – Evening Buffet served
01:00 – Guests depart
Fridays and Saturdays Weddings
01:00 – 03:00 – Booths in main bar.
Get in touch with our wedding co-ordinator today to discuss an early wedding, twilight wedding or reception wedding timeline.
Where does the ceremony, drink reception and the wedding breakfast take place?
Your wedding ceremony takes place in our award-winning wedding venue auditorium with a candle lit organ as a beautiful backdrop and draped curtains to create an intimate warm atmosphere. Afterwards, head down our spiral staircase and we will gather your guests for a confetti toss at our picturesque front door. Guests will then be welcomed into our Main Bar for canapes and drinks whilst you get your first photographs together as Mr and Mrs. Our Edinburgh Auditorium will then be transformed into the perfect space for your guests to enjoy their wedding breakfast before dancing the night away.
What is the process of planning a wedding at Ghillie Dhu?
Enquire with our wedding Co-Ordinator and chose your ideal wedding date before placing a deposit of £1000 to secure it. A year prior to your wedding date, we will book you in for a detail planning meeting and your menu tasting. Our wedding co-ordinator will be on hand to book further meetings with throughout the planning process. We require guests numbers and food pre-orders 4-6 weeks prior to your wedding date and payment must be made two weeks in advance.
Do you offer menu tasting?
Yes, we offer menu tasting for up to four guests. Enjoy a glass of fizz and trying a sample wedding menu paired with wine that is served on your wedding day.
Is it possible to offer a choice menu for our guests?
We will now be offering 1 choice for each course as standard, with vegetarians and other requirements being catered for separately. If couples wish to offer a choice menu, there is a surcharge of £5 per person
Is there a Bar in the Auditorium?
Yes, we have a fully stocked bar with an extensive range of drink options. This is hidden behind the draped curtains during your ceremony.
Is there any on-site accommodation?
We do not have on-site accommodation; however our sister venues are just a short journey from the city centre, and we offer exclusive deals for wedding couples and wedding party guests.
Is the venue fully accessible?
Yes, our venue is fully accessible. We have an extendable ramp for entry, a lift to the auditorium level and accessible bathrooms on both the ground and upper floor.
Can someone be our MC?
Our wedding-co-ordinator attends full-day weddings and MCs for couples.
Do you provide Decor?
We have our own on-site decor including silver chairs, thisle pot and candlestick centrepieces, white or black linen and purple or white napkins.
Anyone looking for a more tailored decor look for their wedding ask our wedding co-ordinator about out Ghillie – All wrapped Up package.
Do you have a microphone for speeches?
We have two wireless microphones that can be used for speeches.
Do you have in-house entertainment?
Yes, we have a range of cover bands, ceilidh bands, DJs and more.
Do you have a list of recommended suppliers?
Ask our wedding co-ordinator for our little purple book of recommend wedding suppliers.
Will we be able to come in to set things up the day before?
Our wedding co-ordinator will set up your wedding the morning of the big day. We will arrange a date best for drop off and then you can sit back and relax before your wedding.
Can we have our ceremony at a different venue?
Absolutely, get in touch today to discuss Wedding venues in Edinburgh.