Planning a Wedding at Gretna Green
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Gretna Green and your marriage will be a match made in heaven
From hopeless romantics to rebellious runaways and everyone in between, we’ve been uniting couples since the Georgian era. Which means we know a thing or two about planning a nice do.
What Makes us Who We Are?
The only place where “Gretna Green” appears on your marriage certificate.
This special place has long been a haven for love on the run, but we’ve made countless travellers feel at home down the years. Perhaps it’s because we’ve been a family-run business since 1885, but we want every guest to feel connected to our household, with its rich history and unique attractions.
Easy as 1, 2, 3…
Arranging your wedding with us is so simple. 1: Decide the Date. 2. Pick a Package. 3. Sort the Schedule. The package covers the good stuff like your ceremony venue and preferred hotel, while your marriage schedule involves a legal document. Rest assured though, we’ll gladly lead you through each stage.
Discover our Wedding Brochure
Want to dig into the detail of what weddings here look like? If you’re thinking about getting married in Gretna Green, then alongside this website our wedding brochure is a great place to start. Packed full of information about our wedding venues, packages and receptions, as well as menus, hotel options and more, it’s the perfect guide to weddings at Gretna Green.
A Standout Shopping Destination
Tucked away in a southern corner of Scotland we may be, but when you visit Gretna Green you’ll find we boast all sorts of boutique shopping delights. Whether you’re looking for fine foods, fashion choices or souvenirs, we stock all sorts of tempting Scottish and British brands. Our Foodhall outlet is also full of eats and treats, with farm fresh produce, bakery goods, beverages, confectionery and much more besides.
Let us Show You Around
Sit back and take in Gretna Green’s iconic Famous Blacksmiths Shop, our 4-star Smiths Hotel and the historic Gretna Hall Hotel. A quick view of our virtual ‘Show Around’ videos is the ideal way to picture our wedding venues, marriage rooms, accommodation and more.
Ceremony Types
Overseas Couples
Travelling over a border to be married at Gretna Green is a familiar part of our story, though the boundary line most have crossed is that between England and Scotland. We regularly greet wedding parties from further afield too, but we recommend that international couples read the short guide found below.
Wedding Facts & Figures
We know that passions can run high with weddings, so it helps that we keep our costs as low as possible. Here you can find out more about our fees and how to access our Terms and Conditions, plus there’s a link for lots of answers to the questions we’re asked most often.
Speak to Our Team
Whatever event size and ceremony detail you’re looking for, we know that your wedding is the one that counts. Every intended union has a lot riding on it and raises a lot of questions, so you can ask us about our experience, your expectations and anything else you need to.
