The Campbeltown Courier Wedding Inspiration Guide

Historic Wedding ...

The West Coast boasts dozens of castles, manor houses, chapels, abbeys and cathedrals that will transport the happy couple and their guests into a fable as king and queen of their own castle. Even picturesque ruins or hill forts can provide a storybook backdrop for that special day. For those with a sense of whimsy and drama, everyone can turn out in ancient Viking or medieval dress. How much fun!

Country Wedding...

Pastoral cottages offer an intimate wedding experience, complete with accommodation for all the guests and home-cooked fare. For an epic affair with hundreds of guests, consider a barn dance wedding – add hay-bale seating, fairy lights and a horse-drawn carriage for a rustic atmosphere.

Island Wedding...

Whisk guests off to one of the islands for a destination marriage, where scenic hills provide a pictureperfect backdrop against the stunning coastlines. The guests will get to enjoy an exotic holiday before or after the big event.

Outdoor Wedding...

Get married on the high seas in a chartered boat, or arrive at a loch side ceremony in a rowboat. Or choose one of the West Coast’s many gorgeous gardens, and tie the knot among a fragrant profusion of rhododendron and rose blossoms. Barefoot seaside weddings are also very popular, given the plethora of sugary beaches here.

Theme Weddings...

Highland themed affairs are, of course, a popular choice, especially for brides or grooms with ancestral connections to the area. A ceilidh dance is a must for a traditional Highland fling, with the couple and guests twirling and leaping into the wee hours as the natives have done for generations. A whisky-themed wedding at a distillery is another very Scottish option for a memorable day.