With the nickname Gateway to the Highlands, Perth and Kinross is a beautiful part of central Scotland with centuries of rich Scottish history, plenty of dramatic scenery, and warm and welcoming villages filled with life and character. The area is also a popular destination for sports fans, with Gleneagles Golf Resort home to the Ryder Cup. From ancient castles to lochside lodges, Perth and Kinross is a fabulous region to host your dream wedding, and offers a wide selection of venues and vendors for every kind of celebration, whether you’re dreaming of grandeur or having something intimate with just your nearest and dearest.
Our 2025 Wedding Report shows that 12% of all UK weddings take place in Scotland, including Perth and Kinross. A huge 83% of couples who live in the area choose to stay local when they get married, which is a testament to the region’s appeal as a wedding destination. And with the average cost of a wedding in the region being over £2,000 less than the UK average, it’s great if you have a smaller budget, too.
With something for everyone, Perth and Kinross makes for a wonderful location to host your wedding, no matter your taste, style and budget.
Nature plays a big role in weddings in Perth and Kinross, whether it's outdoor ceremonies within the trees or set against scenic backdrops of lochs and mountains. Eco-friendly weddings are also on the rise, with couples choosing venues that focus on sustainability and locally sourced produce. And speaking of food, local couples love to include nods to popular Scottish dishes, such as haggis, neeps and tatties. You’ll find Edradour and Blair Athol whisky distilleries in the local area, so they always make for a most welcome addition to the drinks lineup.
Scottish heritage features prominently in local weddings, too. Handfasting ceremonies, ceilidh dancing and tartan details are common touches, particularly at castle or country house weddings. Many couples incorporate traditional music and even Highland games into their celebration to give their special day some real Scottish flair.
There’s also a growing trend for multi-day weddings in this region. With so much to see and do locally, such as hiking, stargazing and spa days, many couples are turning their wedding into a full weekend retreat for themselves and their guests.
Perth and Kinross is full to the brim with impressive venues, from luxury estates to rustic barns nestled in the hills. You’ll find a range of styles around the area, from fairytale castles and five-star hotels to scenic outdoor spots by rivers, lochs and forests.
With so much history around Perth and Kinross, you can pay homage to the region's stories and legends by hosting your special day right where they happened. Fasque Castle looks like it has been lifted straight from the pages of a story, boasting some incredible locations, including sunken and walled gardens. Nestled away in a private glen, Fingask Castle can host 70 guests thanks to on-site self-catering cottages. Murthly Estate is an incredibly exclusive luxury venue, hosting just 12 weddings a year – so get in quick! Everything about The Atholl Palace Hotel is stunning, from the absolute grandeur to the breathtaking mountain views. And there’s also Megginch Castle Weddings, which has been home to the Drummond family since 1660, and is surrounded by ancient gardens, orchards and parkland.
If you love the thought of an elegant and luxurious wedding venue in Perth and Kinross, but a manor house is more your vibe, there are certainly plenty of those to choose from, too. Manors, mansions and estates around the region include Errol Park, Leonardo Boutique Huntingtower Perth, Murrayshall Country Estate and McArthur Manor, all of which are perfect if you want to make your big day extra special
A venue option on the rise for a lot of couples is one that focuses on the great outdoors, and with so much amazing countryside around Perth and Kinross, it’s certainly a brilliant way to tie the knot during the warmer months. Take a look at Scottish Lavender Oils, Bachilton Barn, The Byre at Inchyra and Cardney Steading Events & Weddings to see just how special an outdoor ceremony and reception can be.
While the temptation might be high to lean into the region’s landscape and history, if you’re keen to inject some personality into your big day, you can do just that with your wedding venue. Perth Racecourse is a staple of the area and the perfect place to celebrate. Birnam Arts Centre is super versatile and can suit a range of celebrations. Culdees Castle Estate has everything from a whisky snug to a private chapel, allowing you to have the bespoke wedding of your dreams.
Perth and Kinross, as well as the whole of Scotland, is ideal if you’re getting married on a budget. Not only is it one of the more affordable UK regions, but there are lower-cost venues that are perfect if you want to keep your spending low. Venues like Fishers Hotel, Birnam Hotel and Moness Resort are all affordable venues that should be added to your list of considerations.
The average cost of a wedding venue in Perth and Kinross (as well as Scotland as a whole) is £5,685, which is also less than the overall UK average of £5,945. So, if you’re on a tight budget, you have plenty of venue options to choose from.
With such a diverse mix of venues to fit all kinds of wants and needs, wedding venue booking lead times in Perth and Kinross can be fairly lengthy. On average, you’ll need to book between 12 and 18 months ahead, but some of the more popular venues and dates can be booked up more than two years in advance. If you have a particular venue or date in mind, we’d recommend getting in there as quickly as possible.
If you’re a little more flexible, this can work in your favour. For example, if you’re open to a winter wedding or a date in the middle of the week, you’ll likely find something six months from now, or even less if you’re happy to consider a wide range of venue types. And not only will this make finding somewhere easier, it’ll often cost you less, too.
Being inland and fairly close to the Highlands, Perth and Kinross has a slightly milder climate than coastal regions across Scotland, meaning colder winters, warmer summers and plenty of seasonal variety to inspire your wedding planning.
Spring (March – May) sees woods and parklands like Kinnoull Hill Woodland Park burst with life, and temperatures warming up from around 9°C (48°F) in March to 15°C (59°F) in May. It’s a popular time for nature-themed weddings and outdoor photoshoots during the latter half of the season.
Summer (June – August) is peak wedding season in Perth and Kinross, with long days, lush greenery and average highs of 17°C to 21°C (63°F to 70°F). It’s ideal for garden parties, marquee receptions and alfresco drinks overlooking the lochs at venues like Millearne Gardens and Boreland Loch Tay.
Autumn (September – November) brings crisp air and beautiful colours to the countryside, which makes for some exceptional wedding photography. There are usually highs of 8°C to 16°C (46°F to 61°F), making it perfect for cosy, atmospheric weddings. With an increased chance of rain, you’ll want to go for a venue like Dalnaglar Castle, which has a mixture of indoor space, as well as some outdoors, for if the weather behaves.
Winter (December – February) weddings in Perth and Kinross are often snow-kissed, especially the higher in the hills you go. Average highs hover around 3 to 6°C (37°F to 43°F), but can often dip below freezing. That means indoor venues are a must, such as the fantastic Enterkine Country House Resort and Alexander House.
Perth and Kinross are well connected for guests travelling from across Scotland, the UK and further afield. The city of Perth itself is a central hub, with easy access to rural venues dotted around the region.
By road, Perth sits on the A9, which connects it with Stirling, Inverness and Edinburgh. It’s about 90 minutes from Glasgow or Edinburgh by car, with plenty of parking at most venues, especially those that are more remote. Just bear in mind that some of the more in-the-sticks venues might be hard to get to during and just after a bout of snow.
By rail, Perth station is served by direct trains from major cities including Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee and Inverness. By air, both Edinburgh (EDI) and Glasgow (GLA) airports are under two hours away by road.
As for somewhere to stay, there’s a great range of options, from boutique hotels and country house estates to family-owned B&Bs. There are even plenty of brilliant hotels around the area that have event spaces of their own, which makes them a convenient option if you’re looking to have your whole day in one location. Hotels including Wyndham Duchally Country Estate, Crieff Hydro Hotel, Mercure Perth Hotel, Laila Usmani and Murraypark Hotel are all lovely hotel wedding venues around Perth and Kinross.
