How to read the new December-January issue of Tie the Knot Scotland

Discover how to plan a Scottish wedding in the December-January issue of Tie the Knot Scotland. From luxe wedding venues to expert advice, timeless jewellery, fashion and real wedding stories – there's so much inspiration!

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When is the new issue of Tie the Knot Scotland out?

The new issue covers the months of December and January and officially hits shelves on Friday 21st November.

Can I read Tie the Knot Scotland online?

Yes, you can read the magazine online here for free.

Where can I buy Tie the Knot Scotland magazine?

Tie the Knot Scotland is available to buy at WHSmith shops, WHSmith Travel (airports and railway stations), selected Tesco supermarkets and independent local newsagents.

How much does the Tie the Knot Scotland magazine cost?

It costs £4.99 to buy a physical copy of the magazine. You can also buy an individual magazine directly from us (postage applies).

What is Tie the Knot Scotland?

We’re Scotland’s biggest and best wedding magazine. Our magazine is full of the best wedding suppliers and venues across Scotland, as well as the latest wedding trends. We’ve got all the information and inspiration you need to plan your wedding in Scotland.

A newlywed couple smiles as they cut into a stacked tiramisu tower at their wedding reception, surrounded by stained-glass details — Proving that DIY can be decadent, this homemade tiramisu tower – a twist on the classic champagne moment – at One Devonshire Gardens by Hotel du Vin in Glasgow was the sweetest labour of love (Photo: McLellan Photography)

How often does Tie the Knot Scotland come out?

Tie the Knot Scotland is a bi-monthly magazine, the newest issue covers October and November and was released on Friday 21st November. The next issue will come out at the end of January 2026.

Can I subscribe to Tie the Knot Scotland?

Yes! A subscription to Tie the Knot Scotland ensures that you’ll never miss an issue. Subscribe and you’ll have an issue delivered every two months. New issues are out every February, April, June, August, October and December.

It costs £12 for a 6-month subscription (3 issues) and £20 for a year’s subscription (6 issues).

What’s inside the new issue of Tie the Knot Scotland?

Planning a wedding in Scotland has never looked more inspiring – and the December-January issue of Tie the Knot Scotland is packed with ideas to help you create the perfect day.

From bridal fashion and makeup trials to kiltmakers, boutiques, and luxury venues across Scotland, this issue is brimming with expert advice, supplier insights, and real wedding stories.

Whether you’re searching for luxury Scottish wedding venues, bridal style inspiration, or practical planning tips, you’ll find it all inside.

A bride in a long satin gown and veil walks with her groom through an abundant white and green floral arch at a grand stone doorway — Jamie Neil, the founder and lead planner at NOVU Weddings & Events, helped curate this stunning wedding at Blair Castle (Photo: Colin Ian Ross)

A bridal photoshoot with Kirsten Cameron at The Exchange, Glasgow

When Kirsten Cameron, now Mrs Coakley – star of BBC Scotland’s ‘The Agency: Unfiltered’ and co-founder of influencer and social media agency, Aquarius Creative – tied the knot in Mallorca she broke the (Scottish) internet. Kirsten said her ‘legal I dos’ to now-husband Adam at Glasgow city-centre venue, The Exchange, before they jetted off to Spain.

Inside our December-January issue, a talented team of suppliers (including Opus Couture) and creatives recreated her bridal magic.

Check out our previous exclusive photoshoot: Emily Shak at the Collector's Hall

Bride seated in an elegant white gown among draped white fabric and tall candles in a minimalist indoor wedding setup — Kirsten Cameron sparkled in this luxe shoot with Opus Couture at The Exchange. (Photo: Gemma Purdon Photography)

How to plan your wedding ceremony timeline

You’ve chosen the dress, secured your dream venue and rallied your ‘I do’ crew. But before you get swept up in décor and details, there’s one essential element you can’t overlook: the legal side.

Without completing the correct steps, you’re not getting married… you’re just hosting a (very beautiful) party. That's why we've got the lowdown on everything you need to know about what actually happens during a legal wedding ceremony in Scotland.

Everything you need to know to plan your wedding ceremony in Scotland

A guide to luxury Scottish wedding venues

Whether it’s five-star indulgence, timeless design or exclusive surroundings, we round up Scottish venues that each offer their own take on luxury.

From Rosebery House and Crossbasket Castle to The Balmoral and The Collector's Hall – there's loads of inspiration inside our latest issue.

Luxurious wedding reception setup inside a grand hall with tall columns, ornate ceilings and elaborate floral arrangements with hanging chandeliers — An unforgettable black-tie wedding at The Signet Library in Edinburgh (Photo: Karolina Kotkiewicz)

A bride and groom share a joyful moment beneath a marble statue and warm terracotta wall at their wedding venue — With its Georgian charm, central location and thoughtful touches, RCPE in Edinburgh leaves a lasting impression (Photo: Melody Joy Co)

Wedding table decorated with vibrant blue hydrangea centrepieces and blue-and-white patterned plates arranged for a formal reception — Blue can be a tricky tone to master in wedding design – but Laura McCranor Weddings & Events proved it can be effortlessly chic at this Cameron House wedding. (Photo: Jill Cherry Porter Photography)

Finding an unforgettable wedding outfit

Inside this issue you'll also meet two grooms who were grateful for their kiltmaker’s sharp eye in creating custom outfits, and a mother of the bride placed their confidence in a boutique and walked away looking incredible.

Discover the latest from boutiques, groomswear specialists and occasionwear stores

two grooms in smart Scottish kilts pose in an elegant period room with tall windows and ornate curtains — Jack and Steven married at Newhall Estate in the Scottish Borders and each enjoyed their own take on Gunn tartan kilt outfits from MacGregor and MacDuff (Photo: Rachel and Tonie Photography)

Weddings abroad: Italy special

Italy has always been a popular choice for destination weddings. In fact, the A-list can’t resist either: Sicily recently played host to Charli xcx and George Daniel’s cool nuptials, George and Amal Clooney went for full Venetian glamour, and Emily Blunt and John Krasinski married at Lake Como’s Villa d’Este.

Find out more about Laura McCranor, an award-winning luxury planner

That's why we caught up with Laura McCranor Weddings & Events on how to plan the ultimate Italian soiree – plus showcase two show-stopping weddings that place there too.

Bride and groom standing by Lake Como, framed through a doorway, with an outdoor reception table set for dinner overlooking the water — Erin and Adam made it legal at a low-key ceremony in East Lothian, followed shortly after by a spectacular wedding on the shores of Italy’s most romantic lake (Photo: Belle Lumiere Photography)

Bride and groom standing outdoors at sunset, with the groom kissing the bride’s head as she smiles and holds a bouquet of white roses, surrounded by tall trees — Olivia and Daryl swapped uncertain Scottish weather for guaranteed Italian sunshine with a three-day party that was as relaxed as it was unforgettable. (Photo: Carlo Paloni)

Real Scottish wedding stories

Get inspired by real couples who made their wedding day entirely their own. In this issue:

A seriously chic marquee wedding in Ayrshire
An intimate autumn wedding in St. Andrews
An elegant black-tie festive wedding at Canongate Kirk and Barnbougle Castle
An effortlessly stylish city wedding in Edinburgh

Looking for ideas for your own day? Dive into these real Scottish weddings, from intimate elopements to grand celebrations

Bride in an off-the-shoulder gown smiling beside a vintage red tractor, while the groom sits on the tractor wearing a white shirt and black bow tie at a countryside wedding — With family at its heart and fashion in its details, this seriously chic Ayrshire wedding turned a blank-canvas marquee into a standout celebration. (Photo: Gemma Purdon Photography)

Bride and groom walking towards a domed observatory building, with the bride holding a bouquet and her backless gown flowing behind her — Fashion, music, photography and family were front and centre as this creative couple crafted an effortlessly stylish city wedding in Edinburgh. (Photo: Meggy Mac Photography)

A bride wearing an off-the-shoulder ballgown and dramatic layered veil stands in a luxurious bedroom, softly lit by a chandelier — This bride's dress was a show-stopper! (Photo: Nicole Parrack Creative)

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