Beautiful Places to Elope
There are many beautiful places to elope to. Here at The Mill Forge we have an award-winning hotel and wedding venue. We’re located just two miles from Gretna Green, so we’re close enough to be touched by the village’s romantic history, yet we’re far enough out of town to avoid the busy tourist areas.
We’re very proud to be able to offer customers:-
A unique ceremony venue which stands in the grounds of the hotel.
A range of packages designed to suit parties of all sizes.
Thirty-three ensuite rooms to accommodate the happy couple and their guests.
A bar and restaurant boasting three separate function rooms.
A team of experienced wedding planners to help you plan your day.
Stunning gardens ideal for wedding photographs.
Elopement Package Options
The packages showcased below are designed for eloping couples, however extra guests can easily be added. There’s also a variety of upgrades available to fulfil your wedding dreams.
- 2025
- 2026
- 2027

Elopement Weddings – Escape Package
Wedding Package For 2+ People- Your candlelit wedding venue
- 1 Night’s stay in a comfortable double room on a bed and breakfast basis
- Bottle of sparkling wine in room
- Assistance with booking a minister or registrar to perform the ceremony. (Extra fees payable)

Soulmates Package
Wedding Package For 2+ People- Your candlelit wedding venue
- 2 Night stay in a comfortable double room with breakfast
- Private 4 course wedding meal for the happy couple from our Table D’Hote menu
- Glass of Buck’s Fizz on arrival and a glass of sparkling wine to celebrate

Cherish Package
Wedding Package For 2+ People- Your candlelit wedding ceremony
- 2 Nights in a luxurious Bridal Suite
- Private 4 course wedding meal for Bride & Groom
- 16 8x6 Photos Taken by a Professional Wedding Photographer and presented in a contemporary boxed album including online photo proofing

Ceremony Only
- Use of our candlelit ceremony venue and gardens
- Friendly advice from our team of wedding planners
- Help in booking other wedding services such as photographers, pipers etc
Beautiful Places to Elope
Your Ceremony Venue
All couples marrying in our purpose-built ceremony venue can enjoy:-
A private candlelight ceremony conducted by a minister or registrar.
The wonderfully intimate atmosphere created by soft candlelight and romantic music.
The assistance of our wedding planner team.
Access to our stunning gardens where a professional wedding photographer can capture your forever memories.
Your Accommodation
Relax after your big day in one of our thirty-three bedrooms. There’s a variety to choose from including:-
Spacious family bedrooms that can sleep, one, two, or three children.
Luxurious bridal suites for the happy couple.
Comfortable single, twin and double bedrooms.
Your Reception
Join your nearest and dearest for a delicious meal. Our bar and restaurant have three individual function rooms which all offer:-
Mouth-watering wedding menus.
A wide array of buffets and evening snacks.
A selection of wines from around the globe.
Access to our bar and beer garden.
Our Wedding Planners.
Our team of wedding planners are here to help. Whatever you want to know about Gretna Green weddings at The Mill Forge, they’ll have the answer.
Contact our wedding planner team via email or on 01461 800344 for answers to all of your questions.