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Price: ~£3,000
Guests: 180
Description
Description
Welcome to The Seton Garden: Your Romantic Wedding Venue in East Lothian
Imagine saying “I do” in a historic walled garden that blends timeless charm with a rustic, romantic atmosphere. Located just outside Longniddry, The Seton Garden offers a unique wedding experience surrounded by beautiful landscaped grounds once part of the Seton Palace estate—a favourite retreat of Mary Queen of Scots. This venue provides a flexible, elegant setting where you can design your perfect day, supported by a professional and attentive team dedicated to making your wedding seamless and memorable.
Ceremony and Reception Spaces Tailored to Your Vision
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, The Seton Garden has a variety of stunning spaces to suit your style and guest list.
- The Walled Garden: Exchange vows outdoors surrounded by ancient stone walls and the historic Seton Collegiate Church nearby. This open-air space comfortably hosts up to 250 guests, perfect for a romantic ceremony under the sky.
- Seton Collegiate Church: For couples seeking a traditional and historic setting, the 15th-century Seton Collegiate Church is just a two-minute walk away. This non-denominational venue features stone floors and soaring ceilings, offering a peaceful sanctuary for up to 100 guests.
- Bespoke Marquees: In partnership with Myreton Marquees, The Seton Garden provides elegant, customizable marquees for your reception. Sized to fit between 60 and 400 guests, these marquees can be styled to reflect your personal taste, creating a warm and inviting space for your wedding breakfast and evening celebrations. The main marquee also accommodates up to 180 guests for ceremonies.
Exceptional Catering and Dedicated Wedding Services
Your culinary experience is in expert hands with Craig Wood Catering, known for delivering outstanding food and service. Together, you can craft a bespoke menu—from a formal three-course wedding breakfast to relaxed sharing platters—that perfectly suits your day. The venue’s dedicated team, including a wedding coordinator and Master of Ceremonies, ensures every detail is managed smoothly. All wedding packages include exclusive use of the property, marquee rental, and a delicious three-course meal.
Key Features That Make Your Day Special
- Exclusive weekend use from Friday through Sunday midday, giving you plenty of time to set up and celebrate without rush.
- Flexible guest capacity ranging from 60 to 400, accommodating weddings of all sizes.
- A “blank canvas” venue encouraging you to personalise every detail of your wedding day.
- Beautiful photo opportunities throughout the landscaped gardens and with the historic church as a stunning backdrop.
- On-site amenities including a dance floor, live music facilities, a licensed bar, and luxury toilets for your comfort and convenience.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Craig Wood
Hi, We are so excited to show off our Wedding venue in the heart of beautiful East Lothian. Please check out our website for lots of information on The Garden. Look forward to hearing from you, Craig
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2003
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
19
Overview of The Seton Garden
Wedding Venue Type
Garden / Outdoor
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
180
Reception Capacity
249
Pricing for The Seton Garden
Pricing for The Seton Garden
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Furniture included
Reviews (10)
- HHannah and Duncan25/08/2024Amazing value, food and service Amazing value, food and serviceAbsolutely incredible! We got married in August 2024 and could not have had a better day, everything from the food to the service was outstanding. The horsebox serving cocktails was an amazing touch and Craig and the team made the entire wedding feel stress-free and just allowed us to focus on our day. I could not recommend The Seton Garden as a wedding venue enough, you get a beautiful venue, the most insanely delicious food and incredible service. The whole day was just perfection. Thank you all so much for making our day the best day ever, absolutely world class. Absolutely incredible! We got married in August 2024 and could not have had a better day, everything from the food to the service was outstanding. The horsebox serving cocktails was an amazing touch and Craig and the team made the entire wedding feel stress-free and just allowed us to focus on our day. I could not recommend The Seton Garden as a wedding venue enough, you get a beautiful venue, the most insanely delicious food and incredible service. The whole day was just perfection. Thank you all so much for making our day the best day ever, absolutely world class.
- CCraig Wood14/04/2023We have been very fortunate to cater on several occasions at this spectacular venueWe have been very fortunate to cater on several occasions at this spectacular venueWe have been very fortunate to cater on several occasions at this spectacular venue. Highly recommend.We have been very fortunate to cater on several occasions at this spectacular venue. Highly recommend.
- jjohn johnston14/04/2023Perfect place for a wedding, mind the weather helpedPerfect place for a wedding, mind the weather helpedPerfect place for a wedding, mind the weather helped. First class day.Perfect place for a wedding, mind the weather helped. First class day.
- wwhenuryoung14/04/2023This is a fantastic venue in a greatThis is a fantastic venue in a greatThis is a fantastic venue in a great. location, the facilities provide excellent catering with a warm marquee and a great atmosphere. The toilet facilities were also first class. There is ample grounds and areas where you can chat have a drink and enjoy the moment. I cannot recommend them enough as they go out there way to ensure your function is just perfect.This is a fantastic venue in a great. location, the facilities provide excellent catering with a warm marquee and a great atmosphere. The toilet facilities were also first class. There is ample grounds and areas where you can chat have a drink and enjoy the moment. I cannot recommend them enough as they go out there way to ensure your function is just perfect.
- SStef and Charlotte (Facebook review)28/02/2023Perfect for my daughters wedding Perfect for my daughters weddingWe chose the Seton Garden Wedding Venue for my daughter's wedding in August. The wedding ceremony took place in the Seton Collegiate Church next door so this was an obvious choice. We chose it because it is a perfect setting for a wedding reception. Craig Wood, who runs the venue and provides the catering offered a great menu choice and a great service. When the marquee is erected within the walled garden, and the outside furnishings are in place, it is perfect. Craig was… See more on facebookWe chose the Seton Garden Wedding Venue for my daughter's wedding in August. The wedding ceremony took place in the Seton Collegiate Church next door so this was an obvious choice. We chose it because it is a perfect setting for a wedding reception. Craig Wood, who runs the venue and provides the catering offered a great menu choice and a great service. When the marquee is erected within the walled garden, and the outside furnishings are in place, it is perfect. Craig was… See more on facebook
- CCat and Bhrian (Facebook review)28/02/2023no question felt stupid at any point.no question felt stupid at any point.Where do I start? From start to finish Craig was amazing with the organisation of our wedding. He listened and remembered everything we told him and no question felt stupid at any point. He was always contactable and got back to us quickly! We were able to pick whatever we wanted for food and the quality was unbelievable - the amount of guests who have also commented on the food quality has been testament to this. Where do I start? From start to finish Craig was amazing with the organisation of our wedding. He listened and remembered everything we told him and no question felt stupid at any point. He was always contactable and got back to us quickly! We were able to pick whatever we wanted for food and the quality was unbelievable - the amount of guests who have also commented on the food quality has been testament to this.
- RRoss and Adelle (Facebook review)28/02/2023everything ran like clockwork. everything ran like clockwork.We had our wedding at The Seton Garden on 9th July 2022 and we honestly cannot thank Craig and his team enough! Craig filled us with confidence from our initial meet and blew it out the park on the day! The food was outstanding, absolutely delicious and everything ran like clockwork. All the staff were so friendly, attentive and couldn’t have been more helpful. The Seton Garden looked absolutely stunning and we have had so many people comment on how perfect everything was! We had our wedding at The Seton Garden on 9th July 2022 and we honestly cannot thank Craig and his team enough! Craig filled us with confidence from our initial meet and blew it out the park on the day! The food was outstanding, absolutely delicious and everything ran like clockwork. All the staff were so friendly, attentive and couldn’t have been more helpful. The Seton Garden looked absolutely stunning and we have had so many people comment on how perfect everything was!
- EEmily and Tom Jablonki (Facebook review)28/02/2023We had an absolutely amazing wedding dayWe had an absolutely amazing wedding dayWe had an absolutely amazing wedding day at The Seton Garden on 06/08/22. Since we booked the venue last year, Craig was an absolute legend. He kept us calm when it was needed, we always had a laugh and he took the stress out of organising a venue and catering. He explained everything clearly to us and as he always promised, he replied to our emails very quickly, clarifying anything that we were not sure about throughout the year. FULL REVIEW ON THE SETON GARDEN FACEBOOK PAGEWe had an absolutely amazing wedding day at The Seton Garden on 06/08/22. Since we booked the venue last year, Craig was an absolute legend. He kept us calm when it was needed, we always had a laugh and he took the stress out of organising a venue and catering. He explained everything clearly to us and as he always promised, he replied to our emails very quickly, clarifying anything that we were not sure about throughout the year. FULL REVIEW ON THE SETON GARDEN FACEBOOK PAGE
- CChris and Nicky Johnston (Facebook review)28/02/2023We had our perfect day here We had our perfect day hereWe had our perfect day here on the 13/8/22. The day went seamlessly from start to finish. We have had lots of guests commenting on how great the food was and how attentive all the staff were- a big shout out to both Craig and Audrey in particular who looked after us and our guests, and saved our cake from disaster as it started to melt due to the heat on the day!! From when we booked in October last year, Craig was in touch regularly to help us put together our special day and was always on hanWe had our perfect day here on the 13/8/22. The day went seamlessly from start to finish. We have had lots of guests commenting on how great the food was and how attentive all the staff were- a big shout out to both Craig and Audrey in particular who looked after us and our guests, and saved our cake from disaster as it started to melt due to the heat on the day!! From when we booked in October last year, Craig was in touch regularly to help us put together our special day and was always on han
- CClare and Craig Smith (Facebook review)28/02/2023couldn't have asked for a more incredible day. couldn't have asked for a more incredible day.We got married in September 2022 and couldn't have asked for a more incredible day. The garden along with the church was the perfect location for our dream wedding. Craig was so chilled, friendly and easy to communicate with and was always quick to respond to our many queries and requests. Unlike with many other caterers, we were given the flexibility of being able to choose our own wedding menu and the food did not disappoint - people are still talking about it to this day! All of our guests We got married in September 2022 and couldn't have asked for a more incredible day. The garden along with the church was the perfect location for our dream wedding. Craig was so chilled, friendly and easy to communicate with and was always quick to respond to our many queries and requests. Unlike with many other caterers, we were given the flexibility of being able to choose our own wedding menu and the food did not disappoint - people are still talking about it to this day! All of our guests
Location & Contact Details for The Seton Garden
Location & Contact Details for The Seton Garden
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Where is The Seton Garden wedding venue located?
The Seton Garden is located in East Lothian, Scotland, at EH32 0PG, Seton Mains, just outside Longniddry. It offers a picturesque and historic setting for your wedding.
What types of ceremony spaces does The Seton Garden offer?
The Seton Garden offers several ceremony spaces including:
- The Walled Garden: An open-air outdoor space surrounded by ancient stone walls, accommodating up to 250 guests.
- Seton Collegiate Church: A historic 15th-century non-denominational church seating up to 100 guests, just a short walk from the garden.
- Marquee Ceremonies: Elegant marquees that can host ceremonies with up to 180 guests.
Can I hold my wedding reception at The Seton Garden?
Yes, The Seton Garden provides bespoke marquees in partnership with Myreton Marquees, customizable to your style and sized for 60 to 400 guests, perfect for wedding breakfasts and evening celebrations.
Does The Seton Garden provide catering services?
Yes, catering is provided by Craig Wood Catering, renowned for outstanding cuisine and service. Couples can create bespoke menus ranging from formal three-course meals to sharing platters, tailored to their wedding day preferences.
Is exclusive use of the venue available for weddings?
All wedding packages at The Seton Garden include exclusive use of the property from Friday through Sunday midday, allowing ample time for setup, celebration, and a relaxed schedule.
What is the guest capacity range for weddings at The Seton Garden?
The venue is highly flexible and can accommodate weddings with guest lists ranging from 60 to 400 people, making it ideal for both intimate and grand celebrations.
Are there facilities and amenities available for guests at The Seton Garden?
The Seton Garden offers excellent amenities, including:
- A licensed bar
- Luxury toilets
- On-site dance floor
- Live music facilities
Can we personalize the décor and layout of our wedding at The Seton Garden?
Absolutely! The Seton Garden is a "blank canvas" venue, encouraging couples to fully personalize every detail, from décor to seating, ensuring the wedding reflects your unique vision.
What professional support is provided for weddings at The Seton Garden?
The venue provides a dedicated wedding team including a wedding coordinator and Master of Ceremonies to ensure all details are smoothly managed for a seamless and memorable day.
Are there beautiful locations onsite for wedding photography?
Yes, the landscaped gardens and the historic Seton Collegiate Church provide stunning backdrops for wedding photography, capturing the timeless charm and romantic atmosphere of your special day.
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