YOUR WEDDING IN THE HEART OF SCOTT’S COUNTRY

Set above the murmuring waters of the River Tweed, nestled in a secluded spot amidst the

rolling hills of the Scottish Borders, lies Abbotsford; magical and historic home of Sir Walter Scott,

the Wizard of the North.

This stunning location provides the ideal setting for you and your guests to celebrate your

wedding. There are a number of choices of where to hold your ceremony, from the dignified

grandeur of Scott’s library, to our exquisite gardens or the intimate simplicity of the family chapel.

Luxury accommodation is at hand in the elegantly furnished Hope Scott Wing, allowing you to

prepare for your special day in quiet calm and to end it in lavish comfort.

Our experienced Wedding Coordinator is on hand to realise your romantic vision, and the

natural beauty of the gardens and grounds provides a unique stage to capture the moment on

film so that the memories can last a lifetime.

Scott was the consummate storyteller, and Abbotsford was built on the proceeds of his literary

triumphs, making it the perfect place to begin your own tale…

YOUR CEREMONY

SIR WALTER SCOTT’S LIBRARY

Completed in 1824 and, to many, the most iconic room at

Abbotsford, Scott’s magnificent library borrows elements from

Rosslyn Chapel and adds the author’s flair for the unique to create

a truly memorable space for your ceremony.

You will exchange your vows in this edifice to the written word,

which is home to Scott’s personal collection of over 7,000 volumes,

and has stunning views over the River Tweed.

CHINESE DRAWING ROOM

If the library was Scott’s domain, then the drawing room belonged

to his beloved wife, Charlotte. Over the generations, this room has

resounded with music and laughter in equal measure, and shares

the wonderful Tweed views with the library.

The exquisite Cantonese wallpaper that gives this room its name

depicts the Five Blessings of Health, Luck, Happiness, Long-Life, and

Wealth, providing a truly felicitous backdrop to your ceremony.

THE FAMILY CHAPEL

For those seeking a Catholic ceremony, the simple intimacy of

our historic family chapel provides the perfect setting for your

special day.

Built for Charlotte and James Hope Scott in 1855, it was used for

private worship by the family as recently as 2004. It is still used to

celebrate mass today.

THE GARDENS

For an outdoor wedding, nowhere is more romantic than

Abbotsford’s immaculate gardens. Conceived during the Regency

period and designed as ‘outdoor rooms’, the gardens offer a

tranquil and beautiful space for you to exchange your vows amidst

the scent of flowers and the soft buzzing of the occasional bee,

all overlooked by Abbotsford’s iconic East façade.

“All our guests were hugely impressed with the beautiful setting and the

excellent service”Tom & Ayako

THE RECEPTION

We want to help you to make your wedding day unforgettable. There are a variety of options at

Abbotsford for drinks receptions and your wedding breakfast that will ensure the celebrations

live long in the memory.

Your wedding breakfast will be created by The Orde Food Company, a well established local

family business, committed to personal service and using the very finest of Scottish Borders

produce. An extension of the Abbotsford team, their experienced specialist wedding chefs will

work with you to invent imaginative and delicious menus to suit every taste.

OCHILTREE’S DINING

Located a stone’s throw away from the House and Gardens, within our state of the art visitor

centre, Ochiltree’s provides a flexible space for your evening Reception. Ochiltree’s can be

dressed to your unique specifications, meaning the only limits are those of your imagination.

The balcony offers stunning views over the house and walled garden, the perfect vista to enjoy

your wedding day sunset with a glass of champagne.

MARQUEE

Wedding parties larger than 80 people will be accommodated in a marquee, sited on a beautiful

terrace between the house and the River Tweed. The marquee can be customised and dressed

to suit your requirements, and the wedding breakfast will be flawlessly catered for by The Orde

Food Company. All that is left for you to do is dance the night away.

GARDENS

Abbotsford’s intimate gardens are the perfect setting for an outdoor drinks reception. Your

guests can arrive to the skirling of pipes, as you raise a glass beneath the open sky, among the

fragrant blooms and picturesque arches.

HOPE SCOTT WING

For a smaller gathering, the elegantly furnished Hope Scott Wing, with its marvellous Tweed

views provides a great alternative for a buffet wedding breakfast or drinks reception.

THE ACCOMMODATION

Marriage is a time of family celebration, and Abbotsford’s Hope Scott Wing provides you with

the opportunity to bring everyone together within a beautiful family home built for luxury.

The wing forms part of the extensions made to the main house in the middle of the

nineteenth century by Scott’s granddaughter, Charlotte Hope Scott, and her husband James.

The rooms within retain all the style and beauty of the period, whilst having been seamlessly

adapted to modern living. Seven sumptuous bedrooms, six with en-suite bathrooms, provide

flexible, elegantly furnished spaces to accommodate your wedding party.

The dining room, with its views of the Tweed, is ideal for rehearsal dinners or family feasts alike.

Your home away from home during your time at Abbotsford is tastefully decorated with

artwork and furniture from the family collection. Striking the perfect balance between antique

and contemporary, the wing reflects Scott’s vision for Abbotsford as a museum one can live in.

Yours alone for the duration of your stay, the wing is well appointed and supplied with everything

you should need, so you can prepare for your special day in quiet calm and end it in lavish

comfort. All that remains is to relax and focus on enjoying yourselves.

CONTACT US

Deep in the undulating green heartland of the Border Country, Abbotsford is conveniently sited

close to the Scottish Borders Railway terminus at Tweedbank, and close to the historic towns of

Melrose and Galashiels.

For more information on your wedding at Abbotsford, please contact our

Wedding Coordinator on weddings@scottsabbotsford.co.uk or telephone 01896 752043

To talk over options on the telephone, call 01896 752043

We would like to thank all those who contributed photography to this brochure, including Duncan Ireland Photography

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