The only place you can get 'Gretna Green' on your marriage certificate
Discover Weddings in Gretna Green, Scotland
The authentic, original home of the Anvil Wedding for over 268 years, our venues are the only official Gretna Green wedding venues, and the only place you can get 'Gretna Green' on your marriage certificate. With a multi-award-winning wedding team and as a trusted family business since 1885, we are home to the Famous Blacksmiths Shop, the world-famous runaway wedding destination and Gretna Hall, the runaway destination of choice for rich and famous of centuries gone by. Our venues and hotels lie at the heart of the romantic history and heritage of Gretna Green.
If you would like to speak with a member of our Gretna Green wedding team, call us on 01461 336 001 or email: [email protected].
Alternatively, you can make an enquiry from any of our wedding packages, special offers or wedding venue pages.
Wedding Venues
The Famous Blacksmiths Shop, Gretna GreenThe Original Home of Romance
"Getting married in Gretna Green has a romantic legacy, spanning more than 265 years, with couples coming from worldwide to be a part of the next chapter in our story." As Scotland's most famous wedding venue, the Famous Blacksmiths Shop stands at the heart of Gretna Green village. Built, in 1713, the Blacksmith's Shop has been hosting Gretna Green weddings since couples began to elope to Scotland in 1754 from England and Wales; where marrying under 21, without their parent’s consent became outlawed… so beginning the ‘Anvil Wedding’. "The legend of the marriage anvil began as the Blacksmith Priests would strike their anvil as part of the wedding ceremony - forging the lives of the two lovers together in an unbreakable bond." |
If you would like to speak with a member of our Gretna Green wedding team, call us on 01461 336 001 or email: [email protected].
Alternatively, you can make an enquiry from any of our wedding packages, special offers or wedding venue pages.
Gretna Hall Historic Marriage House and Hotel, Gretna Green
Built, in 1710, as a private manor home for the Gretna Estate, Gretna Hall Hotel, has been hosting weddings since the late 18th century. An affluent home turned coaching inn, Gretna Hall attracted a host of wealthy runaways, including Lords, Earls and those of royal bloodlines. Renowned for some of the most scandalous of elite runaway weddings, it is now a luxury hotel and Historic Marriage House; sitting on 10 acres of grounds, offering contemporary luxury in a truly historic setting. "Gretna Hall is the perfect all-in-one venue with your ceremony, reception and accommodation in one luxurious, romantic, historic setting."
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If you would like to speak with a member of our Gretna Green wedding team, call us on 01461 336 001 or email: [email protected].
Alternatively, you can make an enquiry from any of our wedding packages, special offers or wedding venue pages.
Weddings at Smiths Hotel, Gretna Green
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At Gretna Green, we are dedicated to helping you bring the wedding of your dreams to life and our expert team has designed a series of exclusive packages just for you. Together with our wonderful choice of Gretna Green and Gretna wedding venues, we have a great range of all-inclusive wedding packages for you to choose from. Whether you are looking for a small, intimate Scottish wedding, such as our 'Gretna Green' package right up to larger 'Love Story' 40 to Love Celebration 60 or 80 Guest package, we can cater to your wedding needs and budgets. Gretna Green budget wedding packages from as low as £449.00, as well as a range of online exclusive wedding package deals and special offers.
For over 265 years, couples have continued to flee to Gretna Green to marry over the anvil, but as our family business has grown, so have our wedding packages and we now offer a range of all-inclusive weddings from 2 to 180 guests. Whilst there have been a lot of changes in that time, the spirit of Gretna Green remains strong. Today we offer you a great choice of Scottish wedding venues, in Gretna Green including the Famous Blacksmiths Shop and Gretna Hall Hotel and Historic Marriage House as well as our award-winning 4-Star Smiths Hotel. We are also proud to offer 1 exceptional Gretna wedding venue too - The Old Toll Bar – The First and Last House in Scotland since 1830.
Planning Your Wedding
Every bride and groom that marries with us, becomes another important line in our Gretna Green story of romance and enduring love and holds a very dear place in our hearts. Marrying at Gretna Green is more than just a wedding. It is an inauguration into centuries of history and the exclusive, life-long ‘club’ of ‘Anvil Brides and Grooms’.
If you're planning a Gretna Green wedding then our multi-award-winning wedding planners can help. Our wedding team have over 100 years of combined wedding experience so you can be assured you're in safe hands; of the only official wedding bureau in Gretna Green.
We understand that wedding planning can feel like a daunting task, but let us take the weight off your shoulders with our venue-only or all-inclusive wedding packages. Prefer something more bespoke? We can tailor any of our wedding packages to suit your individual needs.
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Vow Renewals & Anvil Blessings
We don’t just perform and host weddings here in Gretna Green, we are also the perfect place for a vow renewal. If you are looking to repeat your vows in an official ceremony with a minister, to reaffirm your commitment to each other; we have a wonderful range of options available if you would like to have your marriage blessed. Talk to one of our wedding planners to find out more.
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Anvil Handfasting
The tradition of handfasting has been at the heart of Scottish and English weddings since medieval times. It was originally a ceremony between a couple to confirm their commitment to marry – the original engagement. Our Anvil Handfastings are a mixture of a traditional handfasting ceremony and our unique anvil ceremony to create an unforgettable experience you won't find anywhere else.
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Request a Brochure
If you would like to speak with a member of our Gretna Green wedding team, call us on 01461 336 001 or email: [email protected].
Alternatively, you can make an enquiry from any of our wedding packages, special offers or wedding venue pages.
If you would like to request a brochure to be posted to you, you can do so here: REQUEST A BROCHURE
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