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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.

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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.

  • 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.

    Contact us now to start planning!

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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.

    Contact us now to secure your booking!

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  • Hair of the Dog:
    The Morning-After Brunch

    What'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".

    Contact us to start planning your unforgettable post-wedding gathering!

  • 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.

    Book now to reserve your spot!

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Wedding FAQs

What are the minimum and maximum numbers of guests?
Our minimum guest count is 60 (Sunday-Thursday Wedding) and 70 (Friday & Saturday Wedding), and our maximum guest count is 150 for the ceremony and wedding breakfast and 180 for evening guests.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Yes, we have a fully stocked bar with an extensive range of drink options. This is hidden behind the draped curtains during your ceremony.

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.

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.

Our wedding-co-ordinator attends full-day weddings and MCs for couples.

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.

We have two wireless microphones that can be used for speeches.

Yes, we have a range of cover bands, ceilidh bands, DJs and more.

Ask our wedding co-ordinator for our little purple book of recommend wedding suppliers.

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.

Absolutely, get in touch today to discuss Wedding venues in Edinburgh.

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Tuck into a delicious pie and pint, plus sides for just £20.

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