Places to Elope in Scotland
Of all the places to elope in Scotland, where is more iconic than Gretna Green? Couples have been eloping to Gretna Green for centuries and you can join in that rich tradition.
Here at The Mill Forge Hotel we are one of the most popular venues in the area. This is due to the fact we have everything needed for a wedding in one stunning place.
At The Mill Forge, we offer:-
An experienced wedding planner team to help you all the way through the booking and organisation of your perfect wedding.
A range of great value wedding packages designed with eloping couples in mind.
An intimate candlelit ceremony venue.
A restaurant with three separate function rooms that offer private dining.
Manicured gardens where you can have your forever memories captured.
Luxurious bridal suites for the happy couple.
Your Choice of Wedding Packages
Our packages were created to suit the needs of eloping couples. There are options for everyone, no matter how their wedding is imagined. If you’d like to bring along a couple of family members or friends, they can easily be added. We also offer a range of upgrades which include:-
A contemporary album filled with pictures taken by a professional wedding photographer.
A traditional Scottish piper who’ll play you into and out of our ceremony venue.
A bridal stylist and beautician to give you a makeover prior to you walking down the aisle.
A delicious wedding cake made by a local baker.
A hand tied bridal bouquet and a groom’s buttonhole.
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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
Places to Elope in Scotland – The Mill Forge
With all this, and staff dedicated to realising your wedding dreams, we really do believe we have the ideal venue for eloping couples. Get in touch today, we’re happy to talk to you.
Contact our wedding planner team via email or on 01461 800344 for answers to all your questions.