Due to essential maintenance the WEST Footpath/Cycleway is CLOSED except during weekends . please use the EAST Footpath/Cycleway.
There are roadworks in both directions.
Access Restrictions
Getting Married at The Forth Bridges
Tie the Knot with a Touch of Scottish Magic
With sweeping vistas of the Firth of Forth and countless epic photo opportunities, getting married by The Forth Bridges guarantees a unique and memorable day.
And, with many wedding traditions originating in Scotland, this is a community that takes your celebrations very seriously. Expect plenty of good old fashioned Scottish hospitality to help you pin the tartan, pay the piper and share a wee dram on your special day.
Whether you're looking for a UNESCO Heritage Site, a historic grand castle, a chic country hideaway or even a stunning island setting, there's a magical venue for each and every love story.
Main photo courtesy of Claire Tennant Photography.
Photo to right courtesy Blue Sky Photography.
Wedding Inspiration
The Forth Bridges area offers wealth of choice for your special day. Expect stunning settings, experienced teams, and a touch of Scottish sparkle.
All of the wedding teams have excellent contacts with local supplier so you can be sure that they can cater to your every wish. From bagpipes to balloons, they'll have you covered.
Browse this page for inspiration for:
- Inchcolm Island Weddings
- Overlooking The Bridges
- Country Gems Wedding Venues
- Weddings in Grand Splendeur
Photo courtesy of Hopetoun House | Blue Sky Photography
Wedding Open Days
HOPETOUN HOUSE
WEDNESDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER 2024, 4 – 8PM
Hopetoun House will be launching their Winter Wedding Offer and there'll be the opportunity to view all of the private event spaces, discuss your plans and ask any questions.
This exclusive event is strictly by appointment only so please contact a member of the weddings team on weddings@hopetoun.co.uk or call 0131 331 2451 to make your personal appointment.
THE DOUBLETREE
SUNDAY 6TH OCTOBER 2024, 12-3PM
The Hope View Suite will be set up for a ceremony along with some tables set up by suppliers showcasing a range of style and decor ideas.
You will be welcomed with a glass of fizz and a goodie bag filled with supplier information so you won't go away empty handed. We will also be serving canapes and our iconic DoubleTree warm cookies.
OROCCO PIER
SUNDAY 20TH OCTOBER, 12-3PM
The perfect opportunity to speak with some of the industries well known wedding suppliers and see the recently refurbished event space, Fuchsia. The experienced wedding team will also be on hand to help plan your dream day.
Entry is FREE of charge with complimentary prosecco and canapés on arrival. Please register in advance.
Overlooking The Bridges
Wedding venues in North and South Queensferry offer iconic photo opportunities aplenty.
There's the charming cobbled lanes and colourful houses of South Queensferry, or right by the water on the pretty beach of North Queensferry. Plus of course, the splendid and magnificent three bridges giving a unique and dramatic edge to your photos.
Get married in Queensferry and you'll be right at the heart a historic community adding your own little bit of history to the bridges.
Orocco Pier
FuchsiaThis fabulous, newly refurbished space has floor to ceiling windows with a private deck that leads directly onto the beach.
The exclusive area boasts a new lime wash oak bar, wall panelling and soft romantic lighting. The perfect setting to celebrate your wedding!
The DoubleTree
Hope View or Caledonian SuiteNestled above the historic town of North Queensferry, with stunning panoramic views over the River Forth and its iconic bridges.
The Hope View Suite offer a fabulous private terrace with captivating views of the Queensferry Crossing, whilst the Caledonian Suite captures views of all three bridges - spectacular at night!
Scotts
Set Sail for ScottsSituated against the stunning backdrop of the Three Bridges and Firth of Forth, Scotts at Port Edgar Marina offers a unique blend of food, drink, style and service.
Choose from an extensive food and drinks menu in spectacular yet laid back surroundings.
Thirty Knots
Contemporary and InformalSituated beneath the iconic Forth Bridge in South Queensferry,
Thirty Knots is home to an informal restaurant, a contemporary take on
the traditional pub.
Celebrate your nuptials in the private event space with a stunning outdoor terrace with views across the water.
Island Romance
Known as the 'Iona of the East' Inchcolm Island is a wonderful, tranquil location. Accessible only by boat, the sail across, with the seals and wildlife, makes it feel a world away. It's dramatic, rugged and above all, romantic.
The island is home to the delightful Inchcolm Abbey, founded by David I and once a retreat for the mighty Robert The Bruce. The monastic buildings are some of the best preserved in Scotland.
The old Chapter House, Refectory and Dormitory offer atmospheric settings for weddings ranging from 20-100 people, or you can get married elsewhere and sail across for your wedding photos. You can even get married on the boat!
Queensferry's cruise operators have a wealth of experience in helping couples to get married on then island and can help ensure your day is everything you've dreamed of.
Forth Boat Tours
Charter The Forth Belle or The Forth PrincessCharter The Forth Belle or The Forth Princess to arrive on Inchcolm in style, or say 'I do' on board, with a full catering option.
Forth Boat Tours also offer a range of packages with local venues such as Dakota, Hopetoun House and Orroco Pier.
Maid of The Forth
Open Air or Heated CabinThe Maid of the Forth was specifically designed to operate to Inchcolm Island with an open air upper deck and enclosed and heated lower deck.
Join the 'Maid' on a public sailing to and from the island, or you charter her for exclusive use. Celebratory drinks can be provided on the island and on board catering is available for the private charter.
Chic Country Hideaways
Within a stones throw of the bridges, you'll find charming rural venues, carefully designed to make your day extra special.
Both Charlestown and Culross are in the ancient Kingdom of Fife, and, as you would expect, have a lovely sense of history to them.
Culross is Scotland's most complete example of a burgh of the 17th and 18th centuries. White-harled houses with red-tiled roofs line the steep cobbled streets.
Charlestown is a beautiful, tranquil village a few miles west of Dunfermline. A planned village created by Charles Bruce, it overlooks the Firth of Forth and the three bridges.
The Inn at Charlestown
Picturesque Village SettingThis lovely country hotel with a newly refurbished ceremony room and function suite, has the setting, history and experience to create your dream wedding day.
Weddings at The Inn At Charlestown can be tailored to suit your personal requirements and everything can be arranged to create the most exclusive, individual and romantic wedding.
The Den at Culross
Surrounded by NatureThe Den has just been lovingly converted to offer several different spaces that can be utilised for all styles of weddings and celebrations.
The stunning Barn, Byre and traditional Courtyard are available to hire as a blank canvas. Create your own special memories in these beautiful, flexible spaces on a family farm in historic Culross.
Grand Settings
Hopetoun House
Elegance and splendourThe elegant and romantic setting of Hopetoun House, near Edinburgh is the perfect wedding venue for a stylish celebration.
Visiting Hopetoun really is the best way to appreciate the scale and splendour of this Stately Home and why it is the perfect setting for your wedding day.
Photo courtesy of Hopetoun House | Juliette Lichman Photography
Barnbougle Castle
Dalmeny EstateBarnbougle Castle combines the romantic and dramatic at a spectacular coastal location within 2,000 acres of private parkland on the Dalmeny Estate.
The formidable tower commands sweeping views of the Firth of Forth and the wooded grounds and terrace overlook a beach with private access. Your guests can sip champagne, relax and socialise outdoors or in the grand reception rooms.
Photo courtesy of Barnbougle Castle
Dundas Castle
Luxury Scottish CastleFrom the medieval to the elegant, the great outdoors to the intimate indoors, there are many locations to choose from for your unique ceremony.
The venue is partnered with Heritage Portfolio who will provide you with five-star dining throughout your celebration. Personalise your menu and enjoy a tasting before the big day to ensure everything is perfect.
Photo courtesy of Craig and Eva Sanders Photography
Honeymoon Inspiration
Discover the towns, villages, countryside and attractions on both sides of the Firth of Forth.
With Edinburgh, Dunfermline, St Andrews, The Falkirk Wheel and The Kelpies in easy reach, you can build an iconic honeymoon to remember.
