Just to the west of Glasgow, Renfrewshire is known for its rich industrial heritage, historic towns and cultural connections. During the 18th and 19th centuries, the region was renowned for its significant impact on the textile manufacturing industry and is famous for producing the recognisable Paisley Pattern. Paisley was also shortlisted for UK City of Culture 2021, and is a great place to go if you’re a big fan of music and history. And thanks to the abundance of amazing venues, travel connections and lovely surrounding countryside, Renfrewshire makes for a fantastic wedding destination in one of the most diverse and exciting areas of Scotland.
Our 2025 Wedding Report revealed that Renfrewshire (and the rest of Scotland as a whole) is where 12% of all UK weddings take place. The average cost of a wedding in the region is £18,617, which is over £2,000 less than couples across the UK pay on average. This is partly why more than four in five (83%) couples who live close by choose not to travel elsewhere to get married. But with its riverside backdrops and rural venues dotted across the rolling Renfrewshire hills, it’s a brilliant place to host a wedding that feels relaxed yet refined.
Weddings in Renfrewshire strike a great balance between Scottish tradition and modern flair. Many couples choose a fusion of modern elegance and rustic aesthetics, blending heritages like tartan, tweed and kilts with minimalist styling and neutral tones. Popular colour palettes include soft whites, sage, mossy greens and muted taupes, which go great alongside the region’s hilly landscape and woodland surrounds.
Relaxed, documentary-style photography is in demand, with couples preferring to capture candid moments over staged portraits. The same goes for florals, with wild, unstructured bouquets using seasonal Scottish blooms such as thistles, heather and native ferns growing in popularity.
Couples are also embracing menus that celebrate Scotland, from fresh West Coast seafood and wild venison to foraged herbs and hearty root vegetables. Whisky bars and craft beer stations are big crowd-pleasers, with couples loving the option for guests to raise a glass with a whisky for the toasts, as well as a glass of fizz.
Renfrewshire has a great selection of wedding venues, from unique historic spaces to country houses set away in the idyllic countryside, making it a great choice no matter what sort of feel you want from your big day.
If you’re excited to spend your wedding day steeped in luxury, a country manor might be just what you’re looking for. Ingliston Estate & Country Club is just about as pristine and picturesque as a venue can be, and is just a short trip from Glasgow Airport if you have guests flying into the area. Or Mar Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort is a vast Victorian manor with a massive variety of ceremony and reception options, allowing you to customise your entire day. If you’re excited to take advantage of the great summer weather, you could have an outdoor wedding ceremony, with Gleddoch Hotel Spa & Golf having some spectacular outdoor spaces (as well as indoor) and 75 bedrooms for you and your loved ones.
If you’d rather choose a venue that reflects the local history, Coats Paisley is a Gothic revival church built in 1894, and is arguably the most iconic building in Renfrewshire. It’s one of those buildings that really does have to be seen to be believed, and ensures your wedding day won’t be forgotten in a hurry!
The average cost of a wedding venue in Renfrewshire (and the rest of Scotland) is £5,685, which is about £300 less than the national UK average. The region might not be huge, but there’s a great selection of venues to suit any taste, style and budget.
Wedding venue lead times in Renfrewshire are similar to other parts of Scotland, with most couples booking their venue around 12 to 18 months in advance. As there’s a smaller selection of venues in the area compared to cities like Glasgow and Edinburgh, the most popular onesv can book up very quickly, so it’s best to get in there as soon as possible.
If you’re open to midweek dates, or you’re happy to have a winter wedding, you’re more than likely going to cut this wait right down and secure your venue with a six-month wait or less. On top of this, you’re also likely to pay less as well, as many venues offer off-peak discounts. That makes a winter wedding in Renfrewshire perfect if you don’t want to spend too much on your special day.
Renfrewshire has a similar climate to the rest of Scotland, with warm summers and chilly winters, with rain always a distinct possibility. But, you can have a beautiful wedding in the area no matter which season you go for.
Spring (March - May) brings fresh greenery and early blossoms, especially in areas like Gleniffer Braes Country Park, with average highs between 9°C and 14°C (48°F to 57°F). It’s a great time to think about a wedding at a venue with a mix of indoor and outdoor spaces, like the absolutely lovely Lynnhurst Hotel.
Summer (June - August) is a busy time for weddings in Renfrewshire, with long days and average highs of 17°C to 19°C (63°F to 66°F). Outdoor ceremonies and garden receptions are especially popular in July, when there’s less chance of rain.
Autumn (September - November) is when the air is crisp and the leaves turn brown and begin to fall off the trees, which creates a cosy vibe. Expect temperatures between 9°C and 15°C (48°F to 59°F) and a higher chance of rain.
Winter (December - February) tends to be quiet, and with average highs from 5°C to 7°C (41°F to 45°F), you’ll want to make sure you choose a venue where you and your guests can keep warm inside, like Bowfield Hotel & Spa.
Thanks to how close it is to Glasgow, Renfrewshire is one of Scotland’s most accessible wedding locations, as the city has great connections across not just across Scotland, but northern England too. The M8 motorway runs straight through the region, connecting it directly to Glasgow city centre (20 to 30 minutes by car) and Edinburgh (just over an hour).
The local rail network is excellent too, with regular train services to Paisley, Johnstone and Bishopton from Glasgow Central Station. Paisley Gilmour Street is the main station and offers frequent, fast connections across the region.
Glasgow Airport (GLA) is right in the heart of Renfrewshire, just minutes from loads of top venues, which is ideal for guests travelling from further south or abroad. Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is also within a 90-minute drive, making it a useful alternative.
When it comes to somewhere to stay, the county has a wide range of hotels, with several having their own events space, which makes them a great choice of wedding venue in their own right. Two brilliant hotel wedding venues in Renfrewshire are Parklands Hotel and Country Club and The Normandy Hotel, which should definitely be added to your list of possibilities.
