Unusual Wedding Venues in Scotland | Colstoun House
WHY CHOOSE COLSTOUN HOUSE & ESTATE FOR YOUR WEDDING?
Colstoun is, in essence, an impressively grand Scottish house. Don’t let the stateliness fool you: it’s anything but stiff and stuffy. In fact, Colstoun House feels like it’s a home that belongs to a favourite relative. Located in the easy to reach town of Haddington, the moment you cross the entrance and make your way along the meandering drive, you’re transported to a place that’s quintessentially Colstoun. Although thoroughly homely, there’s an other-worldly quality to the estate. Put simply, it’s a brilliant location to host a vibrant, energetic wedding. Currently, Colstoun House has 10 guest bedrooms providing accommodation for up to 20 adults. Every bedroom has a unique name and decor meaning you can choose your guests bedrooms based on their personality or an element in the room you feel they would enjoy. Not only are there rooms aplenty, Colstoun has a formal dining room that can host meals for up to 36 people. Ideal for the folks who’re staying over to celebrate your wedding. Bear in mind, I only commit to weddings that are in alternative spaces so I’m well-versed with the unusual wedding venues of Scotland. Colstoun House, along with Cambo House are my all-time favourite country-side venues. Both are utterly unique with their own sense of voice and aesthetic.
1. Phenomenal Grounds: Walled Garden
The grounds are sprawling and enchanting. My first wedding at Colstoun was in October and it was in full autumnal bloom. There’s no doubt the grounds will look glorious at any time of year, but isn’t Scotland especially bonnie in autumn? From spending a day there, there’s no doubting the claim that Colstoun is dedicated to ‘creating the most beautiful parkland in Scotland’. The house is surrounded by 100 acres of Parkland which are some of the most beautiful parkland grounds in Scotland. There’s a lovely walled garden a stone’s throw from the Coach House. There’s a large number of raised beds which are home to all sorts of fruit and vegetables including Apple Trees, Lavender, and Sweet Peas as well as Goji Berries and Jerusalem Artichokes. Produce aside, the grounds are a gift to any wedding photographer. Epic photos are guaranteed with grounds like Colstoun.
2. Various Ceremony + Reception Locations
There’s plenty of options available to couples who choose Colstoun as their wedding venue. Aside from various outdoor ceremony spots, you also have fantastic indoor options. The Drawing Room can hold up to 100 people for wedding ceremonies. Alternatively, you could hold your ceremony in Scotland’s most unique event space, The Polytunnel, with a capacity of up to 200 people. The Coach House is a polished barn wedding venue and can accommodate wedding receptions for of up to 150 guests. Colstoun is one of Scotland’s most unique wedding venues on account of its versatility. Couples have plenty of ways to design a day that’s reflective of them.
3. Interior
Colstoun has embraced the legend of the pear - as you walk around the House you’ll notice pears in almost every room. Indeed, Colstoun houses a legendary Pear that is nearly as old as Colstoun itself. The Brouns were given the Pear by Hugo de Giffard who was reputed to be a wizard. This kind of summarises what this place is all about. There’s an aesthetic that’s uniquely Colstoun. You’ll not find any other house quite like it. It certainly doesn’t take itself too seriously and guests are made to feel thoroughly at home.
WEDDING TYPE
Outdoor Ceremony Options | Walled Garden | On-site accommodation | Spacious Sprawling Gardens
UNUSUAL WEDDING VENUES OF SCOTLAND
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I'm Carole-Ann; boss lady at Harper Scott Photo and exceptionally well versed in the world of the off beat, creative + unconventional wedding. My aim is to help you with your hunt through the internet to find authentic inspiration about where best to hold your wedding. I'd recommend my Definitive Guide to Scotland's Most Alternative Wedding Venues next.