What better way to get a sense of a venue than attending a venue open day to see it all done up? Tour these Scottish wedding spaces, speak to the wedding team and suppliers and let the planning begin
There are lots of wedding venues to choose from in Scotland, but it's hard to know which place is right for you until you visit in person and start to picture how your wedding could look.
A venue open day is the perfect opportunity to get a feel for a space and the wedding team, so you can narrow down the right place to get married.
What is a venue open day?
While you can book appointments to get a tour of wedding venues throughout the year, an open day is a more informal way to go along and see the venue in person.
Typically the wedding spaces will be dressed to show off how they could look on your wedding day and you'll also get the chance to speak to their wedding team and ask any questions you have.
What to expect from a venue open day?
You'll likely get a guided tour of the venue along with some other visitors, and there might be some areas you can wander through at your own pace.
This is a great opportunity to ask lots of questions about prices, availability packages and what's included when booking the venue.
Venues will sometimes have their favoured suppliers there as well, so you can start to plan even more of your wedding.
Tips for attending a venue open day
Have an idea of what you're looking for before you go. Think about your guestlist size and any must-haves for the venue, such having accommodation, being exclusive use, or being accessible.
Pick up any brochures they have so you'll be able to refer back to prices and other numbers that you might forget. Make notes while you're there so you remember any little details, things you liked and the answers to your questions.
Check ahead of the event if you need to buy/reserve a ticket, register your interest, or if you can just turn up on the day.
Scottish venues having wedding open days in 2025
May
Mansfield Traquair Wedding Venue Showcase
When: Wednesday 22nd May, 5pm–8pm
Where: Mansfield Traquair, 15 Mansfield Pl, Edinburgh EH3 6BB
Don't miss the exclusive Wedding Venue Showcase at the stunning Mansfield Traquair – one of Edinburgh’s most breathtaking and romantic settings.
The venue will be beautifully dressed to inspire your vision, and the expert team will be on hand to chat all things weddings. Come and see how magical your big day could be!
By appointment only. Book your appointment by emailing mansfield@heritageportfolio.co.uk
(Photo: Derek Christie Photography)
The Torrance Wedding Open Day
When: Saturday 24th May
Where: The Torrance, 135 Main Street, East Kilbride, Glasgow, G74 4LN
Attend The Torrance's wedding open day for the opportunity to explore all areas of the Manorview venue during a one-to-one appointment with a member of its dedicated wedding team.
The ballroom will be set for a wedding and couples will be able to view all of the additional spaces too – including the stunning honeymoon suite. Canapés will be served alongside a celebratory glass of fizz.
Various times available – pre-book here to be paired with a member of the wedding team
Photo: Forza Photography
The Corinthian Club Wedding Showcase
When Sunday 25th May, 11am–4.40pm
Where: The Corinthian Club, 191 Ingram St, Glasgow G1 1DA
Whether you are looking for the perfect place for your special day or searching for the perfect suppliers to full your big day together, come along enjoy fizz and live music and discover everything The Corinthian Club has to offer.
Free entry. See more details about this event here.
Pollokshields Burgh Hall Wedding Open Evening
When: Thursday 29th May, 6pm-8pm
Where: Pollokshaws Burgh Hall, 2025 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1NE
See Pollokshields Burgh Hall under the twinkling lights and imagine how your wedding day could look.
Meet some of the vendors who help make weddings here the best they can be and ask all those questions you've got jotted down.
Live music from The Jiggers.
Free entry. See more details and reserve your space here.
(Photo: Studio Chloe David)
June
National Mining Museum Wedding Open Evening
When: Tuesday 17th June, 5.30pm–8pm
Where: National Mining Museum Scotland, Lady Victoria Colliery, Newtongrange, Midlothian, EH22 4QN
Come along and see this unique museum venue in all it’s glory. Meet its trusted of wedding suppliers and enjoy a glass of fizz while you talk to the dedicated team.
Free entry – register here
Photo: Wonderful and Strange
Lodge on Loch Lomond Wedding Open Day
When: Sunday 22nd June, 12pm–3pm
Where: Lodge on Loch Lomond, Luss, Alexandria, G83
Take the opportunity to see this popular hotel set and dressed for the big day and have a chat with the team about all things wedding!
Lodge on Loch Lomond can accommodate intimate celebrations as well as larger gatherings up to 200 guests – so do bring the team your ideas and they'll be happy to suggest how best to bring your plans to reality.
Free drop-in entry, no need to pre-book.
Photo: CIA Photography
