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Price: £650 – £1,100
Guests: 120
Bedrooms: 8
Description
Description
Your Unique Glasgow Wedding Awaits
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that blends rich Scottish heritage with modern style, The National Piping Centre in Glasgow is the perfect choice. Set in a stunning Italianate former church from 1872, this award-winning venue offers a one-of-a-kind backdrop that’s both historic and welcoming. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, its distinctive character creates a warm atmosphere that your guests will remember.
Beautiful, Flexible Spaces for Every Moment
The National Piping Centre offers a variety of elegant spaces designed to fit your wedding day perfectly:
- The Auditorium: Located on the first floor, this grand space is ideal for your ceremony and wedding breakfast. With sweeping tartan drapes, stunning stained glass windows, and a large stage for entertainment, it comfortably seats up to 120 guests and can host up to 150 for an evening reception.
- The Blue Room: Just next to the Auditorium, this room features beautiful stained glass windows inspired by Piobaireachd music, creating a unique and atmospheric setting for your drinks reception.
- The Museum of Piping: Welcome your guests with arrival drinks in this fascinating museum, offering a truly Scottish experience that sets the tone for your celebration.
- The Piper's Tryst Restaurant: For smaller, more intimate weddings, this cozy restaurant provides a traditional Scottish ambiance perfect for close-knit gatherings.
Expert Planning, Authentic Scottish Touches, and Award-Winning Food
Your dedicated wedding coordinator will guide you every step of the way to ensure your day runs smoothly. One of the venue’s standout features is the option to include a world-class piper to greet you and your guests, adding a truly authentic Scottish flair. The award-winning head chef and culinary team will design a delicious menu tailored to your preferences, whether you prefer a seated meal or buffet. Flexible packages are available to suit your style and budget.
Convenient Location and Comfortable Accommodation
The National Piping Centre also offers the charming Pipers' Tryst, a four-star hotel with eight bedrooms, perfect for you and some guests to stay overnight. Located centrally in Glasgow, the venue is easy to reach with excellent transport links and plenty of nearby accommodation options. Combining historic charm, cultural richness, and expert service, this venue promises a truly memorable Scottish wedding experience.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Emily Nelson
Congratulations on your engagement! Thank you for considering us here at the National Piping Centre to host your wedding.
I can't wait to meet you both to show you round our unique wedding venue and to hear all about your plans for your special day.
Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or would like some quotes. I'm always happy to help!
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1997
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
5
Overview of The National Piping Centre
Wedding Venue Type
City Hotel / Venue
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
120
Reception Capacity
150
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
8
Sleeps No. of People
16
Bridal Suite
Standard Room
Pricing for The National Piping Centre
Pricing for The National Piping Centre
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Furniture included
Day before set up available
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Full day hire of our venue is £1100.00 and a provides access to our Auditorium, Blueroom, Museum and Restaurant. Evening hire starts from £650.00 and provides access to our Auditorium and Blueroom from 6.30pm.
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- LLauren and Derek02/07/2025We cannot thank the team enough!We cannot thank the team enough!From start to finish, everything went off without a hitch, allowing us to feel completely relaxed and enjoy every moment of our special day. The venue looked stunning, the food was out of this world, and the care and attention we received throughout the weekend were second to none. It truly was the best day of our lives, and we owe it all to the tireless efforts of Emily, Natalie, and the entire team who went above and beyond to make everything so perfect. we can wholeheartedly recommend.From start to finish, everything went off without a hitch, allowing us to feel completely relaxed and enjoy every moment of our special day. The venue looked stunning, the food was out of this world, and the care and attention we received throughout the weekend were second to none. It truly was the best day of our lives, and we owe it all to the tireless efforts of Emily, Natalie, and the entire team who went above and beyond to make everything so perfect. we can wholeheartedly recommend.
- FFrank and Johnny30/06/2025A truly wonderful, unforgettable day!A truly wonderful, unforgettable day!From the first meeting when planning our wedding, to the very end of the big day itself, we couldn't have dreamt of a better, easier and more amazing experience! Huge thanks to Lauren and her team for being with us every step of the way and for ensuring that everything went smoothly for Frank and I, and our guests. The National Piping Centre was exactly what we had hoped for: traditional, intimate and high quality. And we had our own piper (thanks again Emma!) to welcome the guests and pipe us into the ceremony. Magical! Every one of our guests had a blast and we are so happy that we made the decision to have our whole big day here. The ceremony was unforgettable, the meal was outstanding and the reception and disco just so much fun for everyone, from young to older! It really was the best day ever. So much thought, care and attention went into all the fine details, and we can't thank the NPC enough! From the first meeting when planning our wedding, to the very end of the big day itself, we couldn't have dreamt of a better, easier and more amazing experience! Huge thanks to Lauren and her team for being with us every step of the way and for ensuring that everything went smoothly for Frank and I, and our guests. The National Piping Centre was exactly what we had hoped for: traditional, intimate and high quality. And we had our own piper (thanks again Emma!) to welcome the guests and pipe us into the ceremony. Magical! Every one of our guests had a blast and we are so happy that we made the decision to have our whole big day here. The ceremony was unforgettable, the meal was outstanding and the reception and disco just so much fun for everyone, from young to older! It really was the best day ever. So much thought, care and attention went into all the fine details, and we can't thank the NPC enough!
- CCarrie07/06/2025Amazing team, great venueAmazing team, great venueI had the best time at my wedding- largely due to Emily and her team who were so on the ball with all the details that I could relax and enjoy the evening. They couldnt do enough to help and kept everything running smoothly. Food was great and the hall itself is beautiful and a great size.I had the best time at my wedding- largely due to Emily and her team who were so on the ball with all the details that I could relax and enjoy the evening. They couldnt do enough to help and kept everything running smoothly. Food was great and the hall itself is beautiful and a great size.
- HHartley and Yvette10/07/2024Fantastic, incredible, amazing.Fantastic, incredible, amazing.Everyone at the piping centre made sure our big day went perfectly. We're so grateful to all the staff, but especially Emily and Lauren who kept us on track throughout the day, and our piper who did a beautiful job piping my wife down the aisle. The team were very good with allergens and made sure all of our guests dietary requirements were taken care of. They were also just generally delightful and friendly, providing a wonderfully welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. I thought getting married would be more nervewracking but everything went so smoothly and we knew we were in safe hands. I wish I could give more stars.Everyone at the piping centre made sure our big day went perfectly. We're so grateful to all the staff, but especially Emily and Lauren who kept us on track throughout the day, and our piper who did a beautiful job piping my wife down the aisle. The team were very good with allergens and made sure all of our guests dietary requirements were taken care of. They were also just generally delightful and friendly, providing a wonderfully welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. I thought getting married would be more nervewracking but everything went so smoothly and we knew we were in safe hands. I wish I could give more stars.
- MMolly & Steven11/05/2024The perfect day!The perfect day!We celebrated our wedding at the National Piping Centre and it was absolutely perfect! The venue was beautiful, the food was amazing and the team working on the day as well as helping us plan it was professional, friendly and attentive to every detail. A special thanks to Natalie and Emily who were supporting us throughout the whole process, but every member of staff added to making our day the perfect one. Their support and commitment meant that we never felt stressed or unsure what was happening, and we could just enjoy the whole experience. We chose to stay at the hotel along with several members of the family, and we would warmly recommend it, as it added to the experience. We celebrated our wedding at the National Piping Centre and it was absolutely perfect! The venue was beautiful, the food was amazing and the team working on the day as well as helping us plan it was professional, friendly and attentive to every detail. A special thanks to Natalie and Emily who were supporting us throughout the whole process, but every member of staff added to making our day the perfect one. Their support and commitment meant that we never felt stressed or unsure what was happening, and we could just enjoy the whole experience. We chose to stay at the hotel along with several members of the family, and we would warmly recommend it, as it added to the experience.
- AAndrew and Deborah05/08/2023Our wedding day Our wedding dayWe were completely impressed with NPC from start to finish. We had an amazing coordinator, Emily, who was always quick to reply to emails, set up zoom meetings with us as we don’t live in Glasgow and generally was always efficient and helpful. On the day, the decorations were set up beautifully and the staff ensured that we were on track and helped us where to stand/move. Even though we ran over time we did everything we wanted to and it didn’t feel stressed at all. We would 100% recommend to anyone getting married in Glasgow! We were completely impressed with NPC from start to finish. We had an amazing coordinator, Emily, who was always quick to reply to emails, set up zoom meetings with us as we don’t live in Glasgow and generally was always efficient and helpful. On the day, the decorations were set up beautifully and the staff ensured that we were on track and helped us where to stand/move. Even though we ran over time we did everything we wanted to and it didn’t feel stressed at all. We would 100% recommend to anyone getting married in Glasgow!
- GGeorge Gourlay18/04/2023Everything was done to perfection. Everything was done to perfection.Our wedding venue... where everything was done to perfection. Building provides a great backdrop with tasteful decor which is just Scottish enough. Love the historic black & white photos on the walls, the stained glass and the way the light shines into the blue room. The food was well presented and lovely just like in the bistro. The service great. The bar stocked with Scottish craft beers and gins impressed the guests. The organising, management of the day, accommodating the providers of cake, decor, entertainment - all done very professionally. The venue size created a great atmosphere for a party evening. Great location for guests travel and accommodation with lots of hotels in surrounding streets and travel hubs everywhere. Thanks to all who helped create a fantastic day.Our wedding venue... where everything was done to perfection. Building provides a great backdrop with tasteful decor which is just Scottish enough. Love the historic black & white photos on the walls, the stained glass and the way the light shines into the blue room. The food was well presented and lovely just like in the bistro. The service great. The bar stocked with Scottish craft beers and gins impressed the guests. The organising, management of the day, accommodating the providers of cake, decor, entertainment - all done very professionally. The venue size created a great atmosphere for a party evening. Great location for guests travel and accommodation with lots of hotels in surrounding streets and travel hubs everywhere. Thanks to all who helped create a fantastic day.
- WWonderful Wedding at The National Piping Centre26/04/2022June WeddingJune WeddingWe had our wedding at the Piping Centre in June. Emily and the team were fantastic. Beautiful venue, brilliant piper and the food was fantastic - the standard was well above what is often served at wedding venues! Couldn't have asked for more!We had our wedding at the Piping Centre in June. Emily and the team were fantastic. Beautiful venue, brilliant piper and the food was fantastic - the standard was well above what is often served at wedding venues! Couldn't have asked for more!
- TTiffany & Joe MacMillan09/08/2018Massive Thank You!Massive Thank You!Joe and I would like to say a massive thank you to both of you for all your help and support, and patience, given throughout our wedding planning. You answered every request and offered support beyond what we could have imagined. Thank you for this, it made the planning process less stressful and more enjoyable. On the day of the wedding when I arrived at the NPC, I immediately felt welcomed. Caitlin was there to greet me and my dad and did so calmly and very positively. All of the wedding party commented on how welcome they felt and how smooth the day ran. It was well-planned and ran to the schedule decided by, both, me and joe.Joe and I would like to say a massive thank you to both of you for all your help and support, and patience, given throughout our wedding planning. You answered every request and offered support beyond what we could have imagined. Thank you for this, it made the planning process less stressful and more enjoyable. On the day of the wedding when I arrived at the NPC, I immediately felt welcomed. Caitlin was there to greet me and my dad and did so calmly and very positively. All of the wedding party commented on how welcome they felt and how smooth the day ran. It was well-planned and ran to the schedule decided by, both, me and joe.
- NNikki & Craig Ferguson18/05/2018Fantastic!Fantastic!I had my wedding here in March and I have to say Caitlin & the team were fantastic, from the early planning stages to delivering the most wonderful special day. All our guests had a brilliant time & the day was completely stress free, only complaint I have is that it went in far too fast!! Great staff, great venue special memories. xxxI had my wedding here in March and I have to say Caitlin & the team were fantastic, from the early planning stages to delivering the most wonderful special day. All our guests had a brilliant time & the day was completely stress free, only complaint I have is that it went in far too fast!! Great staff, great venue special memories. xxx
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What makes The National Piping Centre in Glasgow a unique wedding venue?
The National Piping Centre offers a unique wedding experience by blending rich Scottish heritage with modern style. Set in a stunning Italianate former church from 1872, it provides a historic and welcoming backdrop for your special day, making it perfect for couples seeking a distinctive venue.
What types of wedding spaces are available at The National Piping Centre?
The venue features several elegant and flexible spaces including:
- The Auditorium: Ideal for ceremonies and wedding breakfasts, seating up to 120 guests with capacity for 150 at evening receptions.
- The Blue Room: Perfect for drinks receptions with unique stained glass inspired by Piobaireachd music.
- The Museum of Piping: A fascinating setting for arrival drinks with an authentic Scottish atmosphere.
- The Piper's Tryst Restaurant: Cozy and traditional, suited for intimate weddings.
Can The National Piping Centre accommodate both large and intimate weddings?
Yes, The National Piping Centre offers flexible spaces and packages that cater to both intimate gatherings—such as in The Piper's Tryst Restaurant—and larger celebrations, with the Auditorium seating up to 120 guests and up to 150 for receptions.
Does the venue offer any authentic Scottish wedding touches?
Absolutely. One standout feature is the option to include a world-class piper to greet you and your guests, adding authentic Scottish flair to your celebration. The venue also embraces its rich cultural heritage throughout the wedding experience.
How does The National Piping Centre support wedding planning?
Your dedicated wedding coordinator will guide you through every step to ensure your day runs smoothly, offering expert planning, assistance with menu customization, vendor coordination, and more.
What catering options are available at this wedding venue?
The award-winning culinary team designs delicious, tailored menus to suit your preferences, whether you prefer a seated meal or a buffet. Flexible catering packages are available to match your style and budget.
Is accommodation available onsite or nearby at The National Piping Centre?
Yes, the venue boasts the charming Pipers' Tryst, a four-star hotel with eight bedrooms, ideal for you and some guests to stay overnight. Additionally, there are plenty of nearby accommodation options in central Glasgow.
Where is The National Piping Centre located, and how accessible is it?
The venue is conveniently located in central Glasgow, at postal code G4 0HW, with excellent transport links making it easy to reach for you and your guests. Its central location offers access to various nearby hotels and amenities.
What is the maximum guest capacity at The National Piping Centre for weddings?
The Auditorium can comfortably seat up to 120 guests for ceremonies and wedding breakfasts and accommodate up to 150 guests for evening receptions, making it suitable for medium-sized weddings.
Can I host different parts of my wedding at multiple spaces within The National Piping Centre?
Yes, the venue's variety of spaces allows you to host different wedding moments at different locations, such as:
- Arrival drinks in The Museum of Piping.
- Drinks reception in The Blue Room.
- Ceremony and wedding breakfast in The Auditorium.
- Intimate dining in The Piper's Tryst Restaurant for smaller groups.
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