Eloping UK
Eloping in the UK has a long tradition and nowhere is more associated with eloping couples than Gretna Green. In fact, there’s now a huge tourist industry built on the historic trend.
Here at The Mill Forge Hotel, we’re nestled in the countryside just two miles away from Gretna Green. That puts us close enough to bask in the village’s romantic history, but also far enough away to escape the busy tourist areas.
As a dedicated and award-winning wedding venue, we welcome eloping couples from around the country every day of the week. At The Mill Forge you can find:-
A beautifully unique ceremony venue where vows are exchanged by soft candlelight.
A range of wedding packages designed specifically for eloping couples.
A team of experienced wedding planners offering friendly advice on all aspects of weddings at The Mill Forge.
A bar and restaurant offering private dining in one of three separate function rooms.
Thirty-three bedrooms arranged round three courtyards.
Spectacular gardens with a variety of backdrops for your wedding photographs.
Packages for Eloping in the UK
The packages shown below are designed specifically with eloping couples in mind. Should you wish to be joined with friends and family, they can easily be added to your chosen package.
- 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
We also have a range of upgrades to allow you to tailor your package to make your wedding dream a reality. The upgrades are:-
A bridal makeover on the morning of your wedding.
A traditional Scottish piper who’ll pipe you down the aisle.
16 8×6 photos taken by a professional wedding photographer and delivered in a contemporary boxed album.
A delicious home-baked 8 inch wedding cake with thistle topper.
A hand-tied bride’s bouquet and groom’s buttonhole.
Bay trees, petals and candlelit lanterns to enhance your aisle.
Chair covers and sashes for your reception meal.
Contact our wedding planner team via email or on 01461 800344 for answers to all your questions.
