Discover some of the most beautiful wedding venues I’ve worked at with my brides across Scotland and Europe. From historic castles to luxury resorts, these locations provide the perfect setting for elegant bridal makeup and hair that lasts all day.
GG’s Yard is a unique and stylish wedding venue, offering intimate charm with contemporary touches. Its versatile spaces allow for a variety of bridal looks, ensuring each bride’s natural beauty is enhanced with calm, polished makeup and hair styling.with orig“Crossbasket Castle, a stunning historic venue in central Scotland, is a favourite location for preparing uxury bridal makeup and hair services.
Boreland Loch Tay is a beautifully restored farmhouse and barn wedding venue set on the shores of Loch Tay, blending rustic charm with modern comforts and spectacular Highland scenery. Its flexible indoor and outdoor spaces — from the grand barn to the welcoming farmhouse lounges — provide calm, spacious environments perfect for luxury bridal hair and makeup preparation, ensuring polished, camera‑ready looks that last throughout the day. With on‑site accommodation and dramatic loch views
The Balmoral Hotel is one of Edinburgh’s most iconic luxury wedding venues, offering a grand and elegant setting in the heart of the city. Its refined suites provide an ideal environment for seamless bridal hair and makeup preparation, ensuring a flawless, long-lasting bridal look that photographs beautifully.
Carol Fairfield has also provided luxury hair and makeup services at The Balmoral for private, high-profile clients, including millionaire guests flown in for Dior’s Cruise 2025 fashion sh
Set amidst scenic Scottish landscapes, JA Mar Hall Golf Resort and Spa offers a luxurious and serene setting for weddings. Its elegant interiors and beautiful grounds provide the perfect backdrop for soft glam or full luxe bridal makeup and hair, ensuring brides look flawless for their special day
Cornhill Castle exudes historic charm and sophistication, making it an iconic wedding destination in Scotland. The castle’s grand spaces and picturesque surroundings are ideal for creating timeless bridal looks, from natural elegance to radiant, camera-ready glam. Within easy reach of Edinburgh & Glasgow
Crossbasket Castle is a five-star Scottish wedding venue offering timeless elegance and refined surroundings, ideal for long-lasting bridal makeup and hair with a luxury result.
Gosford House is a majestic historic estate with stunning architecture and landscaped gardens. Its refined spaces are perfect for enhancing your natural beauty, allowing calm, effortless bridal makeup and hair that lasts throughout the day . It provides a wonderful setting for both intimate weddings and lavish receptions.
Gosford House is an exclusive use wedding venue in East Lothian.
Glenapp Castle was voted as one of the most romantic hotels in the UK by Harpers Baazar.
Glenapp Castle offers a romantic, fairy-tale setting for luxury weddings. Its exquisite interiors and dramatic scenery complement soft glam and elegant bridal makeup, ensuring every bride feels confident, radiant, and photographed beautifully.Located in Girvan, which is situated on the east coast of the Firth of Clyde,
Wedderlie House is a hidden gem nestled on a private estate in the breathtaking Scottish Borders. Positioned within touching distance of Edinburgh & Glasgow Well suited to professional bridal hair and makeup services
A premier destination wedding venue in Cape Town, South Africa. The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa provides the perfect backdrop overlooking the ocean for luxurious bridal beauty, from soft glam to full camera-ready glam.
Carlowrie Castle was built in the Scottish Baronial style between 1852 and 1855 on the outskirts of Kirkliston, a town approximately 10 miles from Edinburgh. Perfect for calm, luxury bridal beauty preparation
Borturich Castle is a stunning historic venue nestled in the Scottish countryside. Its grand halls and scenic surroundings provide the perfect setting for long-lasting bridal makeup and hair, from soft elegance to full luxury glam.
Located between Edinburgh’s Old Town and New Town, The Carlton Hotel offers a classic city wedding setting with elegant event spaces and beautiful views across the skyline. Its central location and comfortable bridal suites make it ideal for luxury bridal hair and makeup, from natural soft glam to full, camera-ready bridal looks.
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Culzean Castle offers spectacular cliff-top views and sprawling country park grounds. This iconic venue is ideal for wedding ceremonies with panoramic backdrops, and its elegant interiors provide refined spaces for beauty prep and memorable celebrations.
Balbirnie House – Fife
Housed in an A-listed Georgian mansion set among expansive parklands, Balbirnie House has been recognised as one of the world’s best wedding hotels. Its grand ballroom, refined interiors and lush grounds offer classic, elegant settings for bride-and-groom portraits and celebrations alike.
Marine North Berwick is a stylish coastal wedding venue overlooking the Firth of Forth, with sweeping sea views and elegant interiors. Its light-filled suites provide a calm, spacious setting for professional bridal hair and makeup preparation, ideal for natural, soft glam and luxury bridal looks that photograph beautifully against the coastal backdrop.
Cameron House is a stunning historic venue with panoramic views of Loch Lomond. And situated only 40mins from Glasgow.
It's grand halls and scenic surroundings provide the perfect setting for long-lasting bridal makeup and hair, from soft elegance to full luxury glam.
Archerfield House & Estate (near North Berwick)
Archerfield House & Estate offers a grand and exclusive setting just outside North Berwick, combining historic architecture with expansive grounds. Its private bridal suites and generous space allow for seamless bridal hair and makeup preparation, perfect for refined, long-lasting bridal looks within a prestigious estate setting.
Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa – St Andrews
The Old Course Hotel is one of Scotland’s most prestigious wedding venues, overlooking the iconic Old Course and West Sands beach. Its spacious, light-filled suites provide an exceptional setting for luxury bridal hair and makeup preparation, ensuring refined, long-lasting bridal looks that photograph beautifully against the dramatic coastal and golf-course backdrop.
Rusacks St Andrews
Rusacks St Andrews combines historic charm with contemporary luxury, directly overlooking the Old Course. Its stylish suites and intimate atmosphere provide a calm, elegant environment for bridal hair and makeup preparation, perfect for relaxed yet polished bridal looks in a truly iconic location.
The Fife Arms – Braemar, Scottish Highlands
The Fife Arms is a world-renowned luxury hotel set in the heart of Braemar within the Scottish Highlands. Surrounded by dramatic landscapes and rich heritage, its beautifully curated interiors and private suites provide an exceptional setting for luxury bridal hair and makeup preparation. Ideal for intimate, destination weddings, the hotel offers a refined yet relaxed atmosphere for creating elegant, long-lasting bridal looks that photograph beautifull
Mar Lodge Estate – Braemar, Scottish Highlands
Mar Lodge Estate is a stunning Highland wedding venue set amid sweeping Scottish landscapes and historic estate grounds. Its serene, light-filled spaces provide an ideal setting for luxury bridal hair and makeup preparation, ensuring polished, camera-ready bridal looks that last from morning preparations through to evening celebrations. Perfect for couples seeking a refined, elegant Highland wedding with dramatic natural backdrops.
Carrick Castle is a historic, waterfront castle venue set on the shores of Loch Goil, offering breathtaking Highland scenery and timeless architecture. Its elegant interiors and calm preparation spaces provide the perfect environment for luxury bridal hair and makeup, ensuring flawless, long-lasting bridal looks that photograph beautifully against the loch and surrounding mountains. Ideal for intimate and destination weddings seeking romance and refinement.Argyll & Bute, Scottish Highlands
Eilean Donan Castle is one of Scotland’s most iconic and photographed wedding venues, set at the meeting point of three sea lochs in the Highlands. Its dramatic historic interiors and unique preparation spaces provide a truly unforgettable setting for luxury bridal hair and makeup, ensuring timeless, camera-ready bridal looks that complement the castle’s cinematic surroundings. Ideal for intimate and destination weddings seeking romance, heritage and striking Highland scenery.
Strathallan Castle Estate is a grand and historic country estate set amidst the rolling hills of Perthshire. Its elegant interiors, expansive grounds, and private bridal preparation spaces create the perfect setting for luxury bridal hair and makeup, ensuring polished, camera-ready looks that last from morning preparations through to evening celebrations. Ideal for couples seeking refined, picturesque, and timeless Scottish weddings.
Fruin Farm – Dumbarton, Scotland
Fruin Farm is a charming countryside wedding venue set in the scenic Dumbarton area, offering a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere for celebrations. Its spacious, light-filled interiors and calm preparation spaces make it an ideal setting for luxury bridal hair and makeup, ensuring polished, long-lasting bridal looks that photograph beautifully throughout the day. Perfect for couples seeking a refined, intimate wedding with a touch of rustic Scottish charm.
Fingask Castle is a historic 16th‑century castle nestled in the picturesque countryside of Perthshire. Its elegant interiors, private suites, and tranquil surroundings provide the perfect setting for luxury bridal hair and makeup preparation, ensuring polished, camera-ready bridal looks that last throughout the day. Ideal for couples seeking a fairytale Highland wedding with timeless elegance and stunning photographic opportunities.
Thackray House is a boutique wedding venue nestled in the heart of Callander, with scenic views of the Trossachs and surrounding countryside. Its elegant bridal preparation spaces and calm, light‑filled interiors offer an ideal setting for luxury bridal hair and makeup, ensuring refined, long‑lasting looks that photograph beautifully throughout your celebration. Perfect for couples seeking an intimate, stylish wedding with Highland‑inspired charm.
Crear Weddings is a beautifully restored, exclusive‑use coastal estate offering breathtaking panoramic views across the Inner Hebrides, Irish Sea and rugged Scottish coastline. Its historic stone house, light‑filled studio and elegant barn spaces provide a stunning and versatile setting for clients, with calm, luxurious preparation areas ideal for professional bridal hair and makeup. Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement, a house‑party celebration or a bespoke destination wedding weekend
Brodick Castle is a historic and picturesque wedding venue on the Isle of Arran, surrounded by sweeping gardens and stunning coastal views. Its light-filled interiors and serene bridal suites provide the perfect environment for luxury bridal hair and makeup, ensuring flawless, camera-ready looks that last throughout your celebration. Ideal for couples seeking a refined, romantic Scottish castle wedding with unforgettable natural backdrops.
Brig o’ Doon House Hotel is an elegant country house wedding venue set in the historic village of Alloway, surrounded by lush gardens and tranquil grounds. Its spacious bridal suites and serene preparation areas provide the perfect setting for luxury bridal hair and makeup, ensuring polished, camera-ready looks that last from morning preparations through to evening celebrations. Ideal for couples seeking a refined, intimate Scottish wedding with timeless charm.
Dalduff Farm is a charming countryside wedding venue set in the heart of Perthshire, offering rustic elegance with beautifully landscaped grounds. Its light-filled bridal preparation spaces provide a calm, comfortable setting for professional bridal hair and makeup, ensuring polished, long-lasting bridal looks that photograph beautifully throughout the day. Perfect for couples seeking a refined, intimate wedding with Scottish countryside charm.
Gleneagles Hotel is an iconic luxury wedding destination set in 850 acres of stunning Perthshire countryside. Its elegant suites and private bridal preparation rooms provide the perfect environment for professional bridal hair and makeup, ensuring polished, camera-ready looks that last throughout your celebrations. Ideal for couples seeking a refined, grand Scottish wedding with breathtaking landscapes and world-class hospitality.
Blairquhan Castle is a majestic Regency-era estate set amidst sweeping parklands in South Ayrshire. Its grand interiors and serene bridal suites provide an ideal setting for professional bridal hair and makeup, ensuring polished, camera-ready looks that last from morning preparations through to evening celebrations. Perfect for couples seeking an elegant, timeless Scottish castle wedding with refined charm and beautiful photography opportunities.
Mingary Castle is a beautifully restored 13th-century castle set on the dramatic Ardnamurchan Peninsula, offering breathtaking coastal views and a truly exclusive wedding experience. Its intimate interiors and private preparation spaces create an exceptional setting for luxury bridal hair and makeup, ensuring refined, long-lasting bridal looks that photograph beautifully against the castle’s rugged Highland and sea-view backdrop. Ideal for couples seeking a secluded, destination castle wedding w
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