Best Places to Elope on a Budget
Many couples are looking for the best places to elope on a budget. The Mill Forge hotel by Gretna Green are specialists at elopement weddings.
In one venue they have everything couples may need. Whether it’s a stunning ceremony venue, beautiful gardens, accommodation and a dedicated tea of wedding planners.
Their location just two miles from Gretna Green avoids the busy tourist areas. However, they’re still touched the village’s romantic history.
The Mill Forge offers a range of wedding packages designed for eloping couples. Extra guests can be added to the package if required, and each package has a selection of upgrades available too.
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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
Best Places to Elope on a Budget
Ceremonies at The Mill Forge
Your marriage ceremony will take place by soft candlelight in a purpose-built ceremony venue. Ceremonies can be conducted by a registrar or a local minister. Once married the happy couple can be escorted around the manicured gardens by a professional wedding photographer.
Accommodation at The Mill Forge
There are thirty-three ensuite rooms available. The rooms are arranged around three separate courtyards and come in a variety of styles. There are:-
Comfortable double, twin and single bedrooms.
Spacious family rooms that can sleep as many as five.
Opulent bridal suites for the happy couple which come with bubbly and chocolates.
Reception Meals at The Mill Forge
The bar and restaurant holds three individual function rooms. As well as a mouth-watering menu for the night prior to your wedding, the function rooms offer:-
An array of delicious wedding menus.
A selection of evening snacks and buffets to delight your tastebuds.
A range of wines sourced from around the globe.
Wedding Planners at The Mill Forge
There are a team of experienced wedding planners to help you every step of the way. They will:-
Discuss the various wedding packages and work out costings with you.
Secure your preferred date and time.
Book additional accommodation at The Mill Forge for any guests travelling with you.
Help plan your wedding reception meal.
Assist with booking a minister or registrar to conduct the ceremony.
Advise you of the necessary legal paperwork you must submit to register your wedding.
Contact our wedding planner team via email or on 01461 800344 for answers to all your questions.
