Melville Castle is just outside Edinburgh, making it particularly convenient for a Scottish destination wedding.

Edinburgh Airport is around 20 minutes' drive from the castle, while Edinburgh itself is close enough for your guests to make the city part of their trip. 

Furthermore, Glasgow airport is also nearby - just 60 minutes' drive - so it'll be easy for your guests to have access to competitive flight prices.

Yes. US citizens can legally marry in Scotland, and you don't need to be resident here first.

There is some paperwork to complete before your wedding, and you'll need to make sure everything is submitted within the required timescales. Your wedding coordinator can help you understand what you'll need and when.

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Absolutely. We can arrange a virtual showround of Melville Castle, so you can explore the spaces, bedrooms and grounds from home.

Your wedding coordinator can then work with you remotely as your plans develop, helping with everything from timings and menus to trusted local suppliers.

Yes. You can hold your ceremony and celebrations at the castle, with a choice of beautiful spaces and the surrounding grounds.

That means your guests can arrive, settle in and enjoy the occasion without travelling between different venues.

Of course. Planning from overseas doesn't mean finding every supplier yourself. Our wedding team can introduce you to trusted Scottish suppliers and help bring the different elements of your day together.

From flowers and photography to entertainment and a traditional Scottish piper, we'll help you find the right people for your celebration.

Or, if you'd prefer us to take care of more, our All Taken Care Of package includes many of the suppliers you'll need from the outset.

Absolutely. When your guests have travelled all the way to Scotland, it makes sense to enjoy a little more time together.

Subject to availability, you can extend your stay at Melville Castle and turn your wedding into a longer celebration. Think drinks or dinner together before the big day, followed by breakfast and time to catch up the morning after.

And with Edinburgh so close, your guests can easily add a few days in the city to their Scottish adventure.

If you've fallen in love with a particular date or season, we'd recommend getting in touch early. Popular dates at Melville Castle can book well in advance.

But you don't necessarily need years to plan your wedding in Scotland. If you're considering a last-minute celebration, intimate wedding or elopement, speak to our team. If we have availability, we can help everything come together on a much shorter timescale.

A deposit secures your wedding at Melville Castle, with further payments made as your wedding approaches.

We'll set out the payment schedule clearly from the beginning, so you know exactly what is due and when. If you're paying from the USA, our team can also guide you through making payments from overseas and answer any questions along the way.

Full payment and booking terms will be provided with your wedding information.