When it comes to looking for a unique venue full of character and stunning features, the Ghillie Dhu is the perfect one for you. Located in the heart of Edinburgh 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 wedding vision to life for memories that will last for a lifetime.
The Ghillie Team love adding all the extra little touches to ensure your day as is special as can be. From our piper for guest arrival, a candle lit ceremony, confetti toss at our stunning front door, live acoustic music during your drink’s reception and a choice menu. To an evening full of great food, ceilidh bands and cocktails. Whatever you are looking for to make your perfect day – whether its one of our packages or something more bespoke, we would love to help.
Thinking about saying “I Dhu” in our beautiful venue, drop us an inquiry below or contact our wedding coordinator directly amydavies@ghillie-dhu.co.uk to discuss more details.
Dreaming Of The Perfect Picturesque Outdoor Wedding:
Rutland Gardens is a beautiful private garden just steps away from the Ghillie Dhu. We offer private hire of the Gardens to make your day extra special. Choose from a ceremony under the trees, a drinks reception in the sun or photographs with a stunning backdrop. The Rutland Gardens is the perfect addition to your wedding day.
Looking To Have A Reception Only:
Getting Married Abroad? We offer reception only packages for those looking for a special day without the ceremony. Choose from our Traditional Wedding Breakfast or open a buffet for your guests then celebrate your marriage with Music, Drinks, and dancing within our Beautiful City Centre Venue. Create your perfect wedding reception and party the night away at the Ghillie Dhu.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Amy
Congratulations on your engagement! i would love to show you around our beautiful venue and discuss wedding details for your wedding day. Whether your looking for a small intimate wedding or to have up to 180 guests we would love to hear from you.
Say I Dhu with us.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2010
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
40
Overview of Ghillie Dhu
Venue Type
City Hotel
Venue
Dining Capacity
150
Reception Capacity
180
Usual Access Time
10:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
01:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes
Ceremony & Reception
Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Venue
Exclusive Use
Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Pet Friendly
Outdoor Reception Space
City View
Open Flame Permitted
Landscaped Gardens
Food and Drink
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
External Catering Permitted
Halal Catering
Vegan
Bar
Cultural Specialists
Other
Pricing for Ghillie Dhu
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£700
Maximum Price
£1,200
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Furniture included
Packages
(price per head)
Prices Start At
£85
Enjoy a glass of prosecco for the drinks reception, two canapes, a glass of prosecco for the Toasts, 3 course Wedding Breakfast and a half bottle of wine per person.
2 Rutland Place, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH1 2AD, Scotland, United Kingdom
Travel Notes
Head to the west end of princess street to find us!
Nearest Town
Edinburgh City Centre
Nearest Motorway & Junction
Queensferry Street
Nearest Train Station
Edinburgh Waverly
Nearest Airport
Edinburgh Airport
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Wedding Open Day
20th October 2024
Join us at our wedding open day on Sunday 20th October from 11am - 3pm. A perfect opportunity to see our beautiful venue and discuss your dream wedding with our wedding co-coordinator. Book in now!
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Ghillie Dhu?
Every wedding is so different its hard to chose the best one - we love getting to share your special day!!
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Plan Ahead to get the important parts out the way so you can really enjoy adding your special unique touches
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
We love when people have their dogs as ring bearers at their wedding at the Ghillie Dhu!
Describe Ghillie Dhu in 5 adjectives
Romantic, unique, historic, unusual and Picturesque
Where’s the best photo spot at Ghillie Dhu?
A confetti shot in front of our beautiful entrance, a couple shot on our timeless staircase or a group shot in our stunning Rutland Gardens
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Ghillie Dhu?
Not yet......
What’s your favourite canapé?
Our Red Pepper and Parmesan Mini Quiche
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Our Hot morning rolls go down a treat as a late feast at weddings - The Chip Buttys are a MUST!!
What is Ghillie Dhu most unique feature?
We are a beautiful refurbished church with some original features.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
All of our lovely events that take place within our Auditorium