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Find your perfect wedding venue that is full of history and romantic character with the Scottish Historic Buildings Trust.

With venues on both coasts of Scotland, you can trust that there is a perfect solution for your vision. With venues on both coasts of Scotland, and ranging from the fully restored to DIY ready, you can trust that there is a perfect solution for your vision. An experienced team of event planners will help you every step of the way. In collaboration with you, your family and outside advisors they wi

ll work hard to make your dream a reality in one of our unique venues. Our venues currently include Riddle's Court in Edinburgh, Custom House in Leith and Strathleven House in Dunbartonshire. Visit our website for more information on the types of wedding celebrations available at each venue.

10/09/2024

Real-life weddings at Riddle's Court 💕

Alex and Alexandros tied the knot at Riddle's Court on 7th July 2024 in a beautifully intimate ceremony with family and friends.

The ceremony took place in our Geddes room with its painted ceiling and views across Edinburgh and beyond. The calming tones of the room's decor tied in with their beautiful floral arrangements.

The couple then had a drinks and nibbles reception after.

💐 Ochre Botanical Studios
📷 Anna Urban Wedding Photography
🥂 Riddle's Court, Edinburgh team
🍡 Crunch Platters

https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/riddles-court/

03/09/2024

Elspeth & Tom 12.07.24 💕

“Having our wedding at Riddle’s Court was a magical experience. The historical building is full of charm and was perfect for our party size. The team were so welcoming and accommodating from start to finish and made sure our day ran smoothly. My only regret is we didn’t get a photo taken in the accessible toilet with the bread oven! I cannot recommend Riddle’s Court highly enough.” - Elspeth

💐 Ochre Botanical Studios
📷 Lou Rob Photo
🥂 Riddle's Court, Edinburgh team

Reviews like this make our day. Weddings at Riddle's Court come in all shapes and sizes, we can accomodate ceremonies only, to a full day wedding. Get in touch for more info.

https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/

31/08/2024

G & N 18th May 2024 💕

Riddle's Court, all set up for G&N who tied the knot here back in May.

Thank you to the wonderful Kate Godfrey Photo for these images 📷

27/08/2024

First look 💕

More and more photographers are taking first look photos, for the couple, for brides and their dad/mum/grandparents, bridesmaids and groomsmen, a real trend in 2024. Isn't this one of Becky and her Dad just beautiful?

23/08/2024

Throwback to 13th March 2021 💕 Triona & Darren

Riddle's Court is the perfect intimate venue for elopements and small weddings. We still have some availability between now and December.

Prices start from £500 + vat. Get in touch with the team for more information.

https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/

20/08/2024

Scottish traditions are on the rise and we are seeing couples introduce these old ways into their ceremonies and wedding plans.

From drinking whisky from a Quaich, an ancient Scottish tradition that seals the bond of two people, and marks the blending of two families. To hand-fasting ceremonies, a scottish piper, kilts and ceilidh bands.

We are always happy to help, get in touch with the team with any questions.

https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/

📷 Sarah Fulton Photography Leanne Heron Photography Natalia Swiader Photography Harper Scott Photo

14/08/2024

We are Hiring!

Riddle’s Court is a unique venue for exceptional events in Edinburgh’s Old Town. It is a versatile space, holding various events throughout the year, from conferences to concerts, weddings, drinks receptions, meetings to product launches, story-telling dinners and exhibitions.

As our number of events grows, we seek an Event Co-ordinator to join our team. You will have responsibility for managing events from inquiry to delivery by client requirements.

Are you passionate about Customer Service? Can you use your initiative? Have a keen eye for detail and have a positive "can do attitude?". Then this role could be for you.

35 hours per week over 7 days, must be available to work evenings and weekends when required. £21k - £23k, depending on experience.

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be perfect for the role, to [email protected]

**Closing date noon on Wednesday 4th September**

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13/08/2024

Did you know you can book our onsite accommodation when booking your wedding at Riddle's Court? 💫❤️

Whether you are eloping and want to extend your celebrations or have an entire wedding at Riddle's Court, a two-night stay can be added to your booking. A fully self-contained apartment, a stone's throw from Edinburgh Castle and steeped in Scottish history. It is a perfect place to build into your wedding plans, offering a place to get ready and a place to escape and relax at the end of your evening.

Sleeping under a 16th-century painted ceiling, the King's Chamber offers an elegant mix of historic architectural features with modern additions.

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Check out the King's Chamber here

https://www.shbt.org.uk/our-buildings/the-kings-chamber/

10/08/2024

DIY weddings 💕

A big trend for 2024 wedding season is DIY decor and favours.

We have loved seeing our creative couple's ideas come to life. From homemade painted tiles, tablescapes, sketched menu cards to floral arrangements.

https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/

07/08/2024

2025 dates still available 💕

From elopements, simple ceremonies to full day weddings.

Contact the team for more details https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/

24/07/2024

If you are planning a wedding and want to add a personal touch, the Riddle’s Court Events Team can help. We can work with you to create a bespoke drink or serve up your favourite classic cocktail to create a unique and memorable experience for you and your guests.

A few of Hope's creations from R&S's wedding last weekend ❤️

https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/riddles-court/

23/07/2024

Real-life weddings at Riddle's Court ❤️

Jordan & Fiona tied the knot at Riddle's Court in May in a beautifully intimate ceremony with friends and family. With drinks in the courtyard followed by some stunning photos around the building and beyond.

💐 Bride's own design
📷 Kate Godfrey Photo
🥂 SHBT Weddings team

Thanks for choosing Riddle's Court

18/07/2024

Jewel toned florals completely transformed the Geddes room for E&T's wedding ceremony last Friday 💐

Ochre Botanical Studios you did not disappoint!

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16/07/2024

This has made our day! ❤️

A happy couple is why we love what we do. Thank you for your lovely words.

G&G
July 2024

02/07/2024

Sustainability 🍃🍂

If you are planning on getting married soon but want to choose to do it more sustainably, we can help. What better way to be more sustainable than to get married in an historic building that has undergone a major conservation and regeneration project?

At Riddle's Court, we have a huge eco-friendly decor inventory, with reusable flowers, vases, candle stick holders, empty gin bottles, ivy, tealights.

You can get creative with your decor too and we are always here to help.

📷 Wedding breakfast set up using our inventory.

For more information on weddings at Riddle's Court, please visit our website. https://www.shbt.org.uk/our-buildings/

17/06/2024

We have a fantastic list of musicians and bands on our supplier list that can cater for each couples preferences during their ceremony, and for evening celebrations.

A fiddle or folk band are often part of a wedding at Riddle's Court, dancing the night away at a ceilidh, or the atmospheric music of a piper. If something more subdued or a great disco party atmosphere is your thing, anything goes.

We have a guide to music trends for 2024 on our website. In this guide, we round up a few trending styles of music that make for the ultimate soundtrack to your special day. You can read it here

https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/2023/12/music-trends-2024/

11/06/2024

Real-life weddings at Riddle's Court ❤️

Sophie and Graeme tied the knot on 31st May at Riddle's Court. Weddings come in all shapes and sizes and they choose a wonderful intimate ceremony with family and friends.

After their ceremony they enjoyed drinks, taking the opportunity for some breath taking images around the building and the backdrop of Victoria Street.

Congratulations again from all of us, we loved being part of your big day.

💍 The Soulful Celebrant
📷 Leanne Heron Photography
💐FAUNA Flower folk
🗺️ Riddle's Court, Edinburgh managed by Scottish Historic Buildings Trust

For more info on weddings at Riddle's Court, visit our website, https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/

05/06/2024

Real-life weddings at Riddle's Court ❤️

Mary-Elizabeth & David celebrated their wedding at Riddle's Court on Saturday 25th May.

On arrival their guests enjoyed drinks and canapes from the wonderful team Culinarians in the Library room. Followed by a delicious three-course meal served in the Geddes room.

The party continued in full swing after dinner with a fabulous ceilidh and music from HotScotch Ceilidh Band

The rooms were decorated by the bride herself, coordinating all the decor, place names, seating plan and menu card design. The very talented bride even made her own cake! It was lovely seeing all their ideas and personal touches come together.

We had the privilege of working with some fantastic suppliers too. Congratulations again to such a lovely couple.

🍽️ Culinarians
🎵 HotScotch Ceilidh Band
🌻 Flowers by Lorraine Graham Flowers
📷 Sarah Fulton Photography
🗺️ Riddle's Court, Edinburgh managed by Scottish Historic Buildings Trust

24/05/2024

Gus ❤️🐾

Today’s post is dedicated to one of our cutest guests this year! Becky, Barry & Gus 04.05.24
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20/05/2024

Real-life weddings at Riddle's Court ❤️

Becky & Barry tied the knot on 4th May at Riddle's Court. A larger wedding with a full house of friends and family, eating, drinking, laughing and dancing!

The ceremony took place in the Geddes room, with its paneled walls and beautiful painted ceiling, and the wedding breakfast and dancing took place in the library, with its big windows and sparkly chandeliers.

We loved seeing all their ideas come together and make their day so special. We had the privilege of working with some fantastic suppliers too.

Congratulations again to such a lovely couple.

💍 Celebrant - Sam Conroy - Celebrant
🎵 Piper (Glyn from Scottish Pipers)
🎼 Ceilidh Ragin’ Ceilidh Band
📷Photographer
🍽️ Culinarians
🗺️ Riddle's Court, Edinburgh managed by Scottish Historic Buildings Trust

17/05/2024

Do you want your wedding photos to stand out from the crowd? 📷⭐

Then Riddle’s Court is the venue for you! There are many beautiful features and charming rooms filled with nooks and crannies, perfect for capturing your special day within this Category A-listed merchant’s tenement.

Just a few steps up from Riddle's Court through Riddle's Close, couples will find themselves in the heart of Ediburgh's Royal Mile, a stone's throw away from Edinburgh Castle and Victoria Street, all of which make for some truly stunning Scottish backdrops.

So whether you're posing in the building or on around the surrounding streets, you're sure to end up with some stunning photos.

For more information on getting married at Riddle's Court, visit our website https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/

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06/05/2024

Reviews like this make our day ❤️

From start to finish, this full day wedding was a dream to help plan. H&A's vision for their special day came together just as they had imagined.

Thank you for choosing Riddle's Court!

https://www.shbt.org.uk/our-buildings/riddles-court/

02/05/2024

Elopement at Riddle's Court ❤️

Page and Eddie couldn't wait to become Mr & Mrs, and planned their elopement at Riddle's Court in February. A beautifully intimate ceremony just the two of them.

Our events team had the privilege of being their witnesses. Thank you for choosing Riddle's Court, we wish you health and happiness.

Wedding photography https://www.jmphotography.video/links/6545

25/04/2024

Real-life weddings at Riddle's Court 💍

Sophie and Joe couldn't wait to become Mr & Mrs, and tied the knot in an elopement style wedding here at Riddle's Court, taking the opportunity for some breath taking images around the building.

The team acted as their witnesses, and along with their fantastic photographer and celebrant, they enjoyed a beautifully intimate ceremony, just the two of them ❤️

Images from Ali Jay Photography

22/04/2024

Multi-day weddings ❤️

Weddings are traditionally one-day affairs, but we’re seeing many couples now opting for a more immersive experience and extending their celebrations over two or three days. Especially for their guests who must travel.

Whether this is a welcome party the night before with a drinks and canapes, a private dinner or a farewell brunch for the morning after which is a great way to share stories from your big day. Not to mention spending a little extra time with family and friends.

A great way to start planning is by finding a venue that can accommodate all your requirements that is nice and central to hotels and other accommodation for your guests. Discuss your plans with the venue and chosen caterers, they are always happy to help and can often give you lots of ideas or inspiration.

Riddle’s Court is located in Edinburgh’s Royal Mile in the heart of the Old Town, a building as beautiful as it is intriguing. If you are looking to extend your wedding celebrations, we’d love to hear from you.

https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/riddles-court/

📷 Images from The Restaurant Photographer
🍸 Cocktails & canapes from Culinarians

15/04/2024

Spring into wedding season 💍

Our spring wedding season at Riddle's Court has started with a bang, from mid week elopements, to micro weddings and our first of our larger weddings last weekend.

For those planning ahead to 2025, we still have great availability for weekends in Spring 2025.

📷 Natalia Swiader Photography
💐 Ochre Botanical Studios Julie Cook Flowers

12/04/2024

Last month we hosted a workshop with a difference at Riddle's Court with & Reel Time Events and this time it was bagpipes!

If you are interested in organising a Bagpipe workshop for your friends or colleagues, get in touch today with our team today.

03/04/2024

Gordon & Lauren ❤️

Real-life weddings at Riddle's Court. A larger wedding with a full house of friends and family, eating, celebrating and dancing!

We had the privilege of helping to plan their big day, and loved seeing it all come together.

📷 Katie Blair Matthews
💐 Garlands Florist
🍽️ Edinburgh Food Social
💍 Celebrant - Catherine Hansen

https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/riddles-court/

28/03/2024

Vow renewals ❤️💍

A vow renewal is a ceremony of celebration and recommitment where a married couple reaffirms their marriage vows to each other. As this isn't a legally binding ceremony, the way that a wedding ceremony is, there really aren't any hard-and-fast rules about how to renew your vows. The sky is the limit!

If you're looking for great vow renewal ideas, start with your venue. The ceremony location can influence every aspect of the big day, from the food, decor and the ambiance. Riddle’s Court offers the perfect romantic venue for your renewal, intimate rooms with atmospheric period features with modern interventions. Our catering partners are some of the best in the business, from simple graze boards to full 6-course menu.

Get in touch with the team for more information and see if Riddle's Court is the right fit for you. https://weddings.shbt.org.uk/riddles-court/

26/03/2024

An evening of Whisky & Women! 🥃

This month Riddle’s Court was delighted to host another event at Riddle's Court last week, ‘Women + Whisky’ with . The group enjoyed a night of whisky tasting and storytelling which showcased incredible women throughout Scotland’s history.

Looking to host a unique event? Please get in touch with the Riddle’s Court team

https://www.shbt.org.uk/our-buildings/riddles-court/

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