Duns Castle And Gleneagles Wedding


by Pamela360 - Date: 2009-03-20 - Word Count: 438 Share This!

If you are planning to get married then there is no better place that to do it in a Scottish castle, or a five start hotel resort deep in the Scottish scenery. These particular locations provide a picturesque setting for any nuptials.

For any medieval fans or those looking for a dramatic setting Duns Castle is the ideal location. This medieval building is situated in the Scottish borders on the edge of the little market town of Duns. Duns Castle is considered one of the most preserved medieval castles in Scotland and hosts some very unique architectural qualities. If you are looking for that perfect romantic wedding venue in Scotland, a wedding at Duns Castle is a beautiful setting for that special day.

The castle, which was built around the 14th century was bought for William Hay of Drummelzier by his father the Earl of Tweedale in 1696. The Hay family have lived there in unbroken succession ever since. The Hays have considerably enlarged and embellished the building into its final Gothic Revival form, designed and completed by the celebrated architect James Gillespie Graham between 1818 and 1822. Duns law on the estate is the historic scene of the Scottish Covenanters rising against King Charles 1 in 1639 under General Leslie, who was quartered in the Castle. The first Mrs. Hay of Duns Castle was a descendant of Mary Seton, a lady-in-waiting to Mary, Queen of Scots, so the house has strong Stuart connections.

Another breathtaking venue in Scotland is Gleneagles resort that offers a more contemporary setting for a wedding. Gleneagles is one of Scotland's most luxurious 5 star resorts and a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Set in 850 acres of Perthshire countryside, Gleneagles is home to three of the top Scottish Championship Golf Courses and a wide range of exhilarating outdoor leisure activities. Throughout the hotel you will find the finest comfort - from the elegant restaurants to the luxury bedrooms and the calming environment of the spacious new destination spa by ESPA. Located within an hour's drive from the international airports of Edinburgh and Glasgow, this is a unique place to escape for business and pleasure. A wedding at Gleneagles will be one to remember.

Scotland has a wide variety of wedding venues from historic castles to modern five start resorts to the less extravagant hotels and function rooms. Not only does the Scottish countryside offer amazing locations but the major cities own a vast array of venues. Wherever you choose, Archibald Photography is a Glasgow wedding photographer that specialised in wedding photography at the aforementioned locations. For information concerning wedding photography Edinburgh visit http://www.archibaldphotography.co.uk.

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