The Best Wedding Venues in Glasgow
If you've decided to tie the knot in Glasgow, you'll find yourself overwhelmed with the plethora of fantastic wedding venues available in this lively Scottish city. From distilleries and castles to mansions and hotels, there's no shortage of top-notch options to choose from on this curated list of Glasgow's finest.
Glasgow is a great place to think about having your wedding. Famed for its liveliness and party spirit, it’s vibrant music and arts scene, culture and architecture, there's a whole host of wedding venues for you to choose from not too far from the city centre.
The Corinthian Club
A stunning wedding venue in the heart of Glasgow city, just minutes from George Square, Royal Exchange Square and the famous Glasgow Style Mile. With the state of the art facilities and professional staff, the Corinthian Club has everything you need for a bespoke fairytale wedding. Here’s an example wedding we recently had the honour of documenting at the Corinthian Club.
Mar Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort
There’s something magical about the idea of you and your guests getting lost in the throes of celebration in a 240 acre woodland. Five Star Mar Hall is west of Glasgow and is a beautiful location to have your special day. Designed by Robert Smirke, the architect of the British Museum - this country escape is full of charm and character and is one of the top luxury wedding venues in Scotland. Choose to wed in the Grand Hall, one of Mar’s private rooms or depending on the season, the beautiful gardens. You’ll have the rolling Kilpatrick Hills as your backdrop, what could be more beautiful?
Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel
Sitting right opposite stunning gardens, in the heart of Glasgow city, this 5-star luxury venue provides a spectacular setting for a luxury Glasgow wedding. Expect glossy marble reception, stunning chandeliers, incredible service, rich wood panelling, luxurious fabrics and more!
Crossbasket Castle
Crossbasket castle is a truly magical location for a wedding and is surrounded by some beautiful grounds. If you’re after a luxurious and glamorous party then the four storey private bridal tower, grand ballroom and beautiful gardens are sure to please. For celebrations of more than 60 people wedding breakfasts are held in the Roosevelt Grand Hall which overlooks cascading waterfalls on the River Calder. A truly enchanting scene that will be unforgettable. Crossbasket castle can be hired exclusively for you and your guests to celebrate if your guestlist is more than 100. Oh and they also have Michel Roux, a Michelin Star Chef on site...Better start curating your guestlist now!
Boclair House
How does getting married in a red sandstone Tudor Gothic Mansion sound? Boclair house is located near the heart of the city and can most definitely be crowned as one of Glasgow's most magnificent buildings. Boclair House exudes elegance and glitz - huge sparkling chandeliers and mirrored pillars in the grand ballroom make for a movie-esque style location. Complemented by the plethora of old Hollywood stars' photos that line the walls. If you dream of glitz, glamour and decadence this is the place for you.
Pollok House
A world famous art collection, claimed to be one of Scotland's grandest Edwardian country homes, and the founding place of the natural trust. Welcome to Pollok House. Opulent and full of ancestral history this stately home is an incredible venue to say “I do” at. Complete with beautiful grounds, a library with a grand piano and beautiful french doors that open out onto the garden you’re sure to wow your guests and have some of the most gorgeous wedding photos.
The Engine Works
When contemporary and rustic blend together you find The Engine Works. With a history interlinked with Rolls Royce, the venue acts as a reminder and source of inspiration to future creators and innovators in design. If you want something modern with a small twist of tradition, this venue is incredibly beautiful and on trend. Think exposed brick work, floods of natural light, streams of fairy lights and modern decor. For those wanting something pared back but still aesthetically pleasing The Engine Works is perfect and caters for parties from 75 - 250.
Sherbrooke Castle
Walk through the lush gardens, up the winding path to the beautiful Sherbrooke Castle and you’ll feel like you’re in a real fairytale. A truly romantic location the castle is one of the finest banqueting locations and is set in tranquil and leafy Pollokshields, south of Glasgow, if you’re after something simultaneously relaxed yet still special. The venue is unforgettable and offers a range of wedding packages all year round to suit your needs. Here’s a wedding we documented recently at this venue.
Fancy yourself as a gardener or a horticulturalist? Greenbank garden has more than 3,600 species of plant and is a beautiful paradise of peace and tranquillity. Marquee weddings and tipi receptions look wonderful here if you’re wanting a blend of rustic charm and stately home and will ensure you make the most of the gardens. Explore the sundials, sculptures and fountains that add that regal touch to Greenbank - there’ll be plenty of gorgeous photo opportunities for you and your guests.
Harelaw Farm
After a barn wedding? Fear not, we have the perfect venue easily accessible on the outskirts of Glasgow in the Ayrshire countryside. Harelaw offers two barns for your ceremony, as well as the option of a marquee. The Wedding Byre usually hosts wedding ceremonies of approximately 150. Once a former milking byre there is a rustic feel, with exposed stone walls and original wooden beams. Having a smaller wedding? The Byre can be used for both the ceremony and reception. Going large? The Hay Barn seats up to 250 guests and comes with a stage, dancefloor, and light canopy, as well as the adjacent 'Sow's Ear' bar.
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A unique wedding venue in the heart of the Glasgow’s Merchant city. The exteriors of this venue is grand and provide a beautiful backdrop for your wedding photography.