Summer Weddings
KILDONAN HOTEL
Perched on the southern tip of the Isle of Arran, overlooking panoramic sea views of the Firth of Clyde, Pladda Island and Ailsa Craig, the Kildonan Hotel is the perfect intimate wedding venue and is fully licensed for all marriage ceremonies. The outdoor area is simply stunning. Wellmaintained gardens, incorporating a beautiful gazebo in the centre for ceremonies, decking area and feature stone walls for amazing photographs. And of course the beach is literally a stone’s throw away with basking seals, diving gannets and otters playing on the rocks. You will have exclusive use of the Function/Dining room which has floor to ceiling windows all around, giving you and your wedding guests those amazing views in the day and a romantic sunset in the evening. The layout and décor of the room itself will complement your personal style and colours making your special day truly unique.
ANDY SURRIDGE
Long after the cake has been eaten, the flowers have wilted and the suits have gone back you will still have your wedding album to remind you of that most important day of your life. My wedding photography is about story telling - capture of the emotions and atmosphere of the day through reportage style photography. Together with stunning images with Arran’s scenery as your backdrop, I create a contemporary, stylish and complete story of your wedding day. It is always privilege to photograph such a special occasion and whilst remaining discreet many couples thank us for helping the day run smoothly, whether it’s suggesting the best place to cut the cake or a last minute repair job to the brides dress. Whether you are having the most intimate of ceremonies or celebrating in grand style I aim to capture the essence of your day in pictures to last a lifetime.
DOUGLAS HOTEL
Weddings at the Douglas Hotel are tailor made to your individual desires - whether you require a small intimate occasion or a more extravagant and grand event, we have the facilities to make the perfect celebration, creating the wedding of your dreams. We work closely with you to get all of the wee details just right –you can reply on us to help you enjoy the planning and take the worry and stress off your hands. We offer wedding packages to suit your budget, from mid week accommodation inclusive weddings from just over £5000, to summer weekend weddings from £7500. Please call us on 01770 302968, or email Carolyn@ thedouglashotel.co.uk for more details or to pop in for a friendly, no obligation chat.
ALTACHORVIE ISLAND RETREAT
A wedding is the most important day in the lives of two people. So it is especially true on this day, like no other, that all the tiny details are in hand. And that is why Altachorvie Island Retreat is the perfect place for your special day. Every celebration is special to them – and they enjoy nothing better than a great wedding. At Altachorvie they listen to the bride and groom to guarantee a relaxed and memorable wedding day that’s the one that they want. The friendly, expert and professional team has the long experience and expertise to make sure your wedding day runs smoothly. Simple and intimate or lavish and glamorous, the hotel, which is under new management, can cater for whatever you desire. Nestled on Shore Road, Lamlash the hotel benefits from the majestic backdrop of Holy Isle is Arran’s only exclusive use venue. The palm trees in the impressive lawned gardens are testament to its sheltered location. Altachorvie Island Retreat is licensed for all kinds of wedding and civil partnership ceremony. You can decide to make your vows in the garden or in one of the public rooms of the house. An exclusive wedding at Altachorvie means just that - you and your guests have full, uninterrupted use of the house and grounds. Altachorvie’s menu style is distinctly Scottish. It’s about fun dining with influences from travels around the world. The chefs like to know where all of the produce comes from and support island producers and suppliers whenever they can. They can cater for up to 70 day guests, accommodation for 50 overnight guests and up to 100 evening guests and they are determined to ensure everyone enjoys a bespoke experience in cuisine, accommodation and service.