20 of the most unusual places people have got married in Scotland

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Weddings in Scotland

Forget stately homes and white weddings - Scotland's liberal laws on weddings mean couples have got married in all sorts of unusual places.

As long as the wedding is conducted by a religious official, registrar or non-religious Humanist Society Scotland celebrant, it's legally binding in Scotland. Here are some of the most weird and wonderful places that couples have hosted their weddings across the country.

Alpaca fan? Youre in luck - one Scottish couple are now offering weddings on their alpaca farm in Innerleithen. You can even use them as ring bearers - if you dare.placeholder image
Alpaca fan? Youre in luck - one Scottish couple are now offering weddings on their alpaca farm in Innerleithen. You can even use them as ring bearers - if you dare.
Scottish couples who love being near the sea have hosted their weddings at Corsewall Lighthouse in the North Rhinns of Galloway,  which, on clear days, offers views of the Irish coast.placeholder image
Scottish couples who love being near the sea have hosted their weddings at Corsewall Lighthouse in the North Rhinns of Galloway, which, on clear days, offers views of the Irish coast.
One brave couple decided to get married in strong winds and lashing rain on the Isle of Skye in 2018. The brides dress reportedly got covered in mud, but the scenery was gorgeous.placeholder image
One brave couple decided to get married in strong winds and lashing rain on the Isle of Skye in 2018. The brides dress reportedly got covered in mud, but the scenery was gorgeous.
Several couples have chosen to tie the knot at Scotlands bothies, since there are no laws prohibiting outdoor marriage.placeholder image
Several couples have chosen to tie the knot at Scotlands bothies, since there are no laws prohibiting outdoor marriage.
This is a very niche venue for a wedding and a genuine museum. The building was once a working colliery and blends Victorian architecture with industrial style.placeholder image
This is a very niche venue for a wedding and a genuine museum. The building was once a working colliery and blends Victorian architecture with industrial style.
This legendary rock and dancehall venue in Glasgow hosted a wedding reception a good few years ago, though the couple actually got married in a nearby church.placeholder image
This legendary rock and dancehall venue in Glasgow hosted a wedding reception a good few years ago, though the couple actually got married in a nearby church.
Scottish couples who love being near the sea have hosted their weddings at Corsewall Lighthouse in the North Rhinns of Gallowa,  which, on clear days, offers views of the Irish coast.placeholder image
Scottish couples who love being near the sea have hosted their weddings at Corsewall Lighthouse in the North Rhinns of Gallowa, which, on clear days, offers views of the Irish coast.
If alpacas arent quite enough, Edinburgh zoo has seen couples get married in their Mansion House building then pose for pictures among the penguins afterwards.placeholder image
If alpacas arent quite enough, Edinburgh zoo has seen couples get married in their Mansion House building then pose for pictures among the penguins afterwards.
Game of Thrones fans can geek out by getting married in Winterfell - well almost. Doune Castle was used for shots of the Starks home in the very first episode.placeholder image
Game of Thrones fans can geek out by getting married in Winterfell - well almost. Doune Castle was used for shots of the Starks home in the very first episode.
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