This slice of Scotland has all the room you could want to relax and breathe before and after your wedding day. There are gorgeous green rolling hills, towering mountains, castles, coastal cliffs, breezy beaches, quaint seaside towns, and two of the world's oldest golf courses here, though your wedding guests shouldn't mistake the area for nothing more than a pastoral paradise. There's Aberdeen to enjoy as well, with its bustling city centre and centuries-old distilleries to tour, as well as the brilliant architecture of the old city to admire.
Now let's talk about your wedding! In an area as diverse as this, you're going to find Aberdeenshire wedding venues of all kinds, from rugged outdoor spaces to elegant castles.
Aberdeenshire Has More Than Seaside Ambiance
Though many of the wedding venues in Aberdeenshire have that, too, as Scottish law allows couples to marry anywhere, indoors or out. So you could celebrate your marriage right on the beach or on the rolling lawns of a family-run farm. There are five-star luxury hotels and historic barns you can hire, as well as impressive historic castles, all of which will have absolutely stunning views. There are also sprawling country estates, though if you're looking for something more intimate, you'll find plenty of restaurants and pubs that would be more than happy to host your big day.
Tip: One of the easiest ways to narrow down your options is to use a wedding budget planner to determine how much you can comfortably spend on an Aberdeenshire wedding venue.
Finding the Perfect Aberdeenshire Wedding Venue
You can browse Aberdeenshire wedding venues for days, but to choose the one that will make your wedding day perfect, you'll need to check them out in person. Step one is making a list of wedding venues in Aberdeenshire that set your heart aflutter (and that can comfortably host your anticipated wedding guest list). From there, start reaching out to see which of them are available on your chosen wedding date. These are the venues you'll tour so you can decide which one you love best.
Touring wedding venues in Aberdeenshire might seem like a minor item on your wedding checklist, but your tours will be about more than seeing what facilities look like in person. Your walkthroughs will also be an opportunity to ask questions about how the venue handles weddings and the answers you receive will help you make your final decision.
As for what sorts of questions you should ask, start by inquiring about their wedding packages and pricing, the deposits you'll have to put down to book, the venue's cancellation policy, if they have catering on-site and a decorator on staff, and if you can set up a tasting before booking. If you're looking at outdoor wedding venues in Aberdeenshire, be sure to ask how they keep guests comfortable in the rain and other inclement weather.
Remember that it's only when you've visited a venue in person that you will be able to confidently decide if it's right for your wedding. More information equals more confidence! That's why Hitched has created resources that give couples the information they need to plan beautiful weddings. Whether you're looking for a venue or need a table planner, we can help!
