£500 - £5,955 for Venue Hire
Up to 60
1 Bedrooms
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Description

Riddle’s Court offers an intimate and romantic setting for your wedding ceremony or special occasion. It is just a short walk from both the Royal Mile Registry Office and St Giles Cathedral in the centre of the picturesque Old Town of Edinburgh. Riddle’s Court is full of stunning details that help your day feel like a part of Edinburgh’s history – from elaborate ceilings, chandeliers and the charming courtyards to the stunning onsite accommodation where King James VI once held a royal banquet, there’s a host of opportunities to capture your special day. Prices start from £500+VAT depending on what your celebration looks like! We also have package options which include exclusive use of the entire building and our honeymoon suite. Restored by Scottish Historic Buildings Trust in 2015-2017, Riddle's Court is a historic jewel in Edinburgh's Old Town. Hidden until recently, it is a historic and atmospheric building. A unique venue for exceptional events and spectacular entertaining, with modern amenities and full lift access.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Taylah Egbers
Firstly, a huge congratulations on your engagement! You must be so excited to start planning your special day. Finding the perfect venue is where the fun really starts, and we are thrilled that you have considered Riddle’s Court in your search. We've seen plenty of different weddings over the years and we're dedicated to making your wedding personal and unforgettable!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1985
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4

Overview of Riddle's Court

Wedding Venue Type
City Hotel / Venue
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
60
Reception Capacity
80

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Confetti Permitted
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence

Wedding Venue Details

Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
Bridal Changing Facilities
Exclusive Use
City View
In-House Wedding Coordinator

Wedding Catering

Alcohol Licence
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Kosher Catering
Halal Catering
Asian Catering
External Catering Permitted

Pricing for Riddle's Court

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£500
Maximum Price
£5,955
From intimate ceremonies to full day weddings, Riddle’s Court offers a variety of options to fit your needs- request our brochure to find out more information. Your hire will include the use of our ornate chivari wedding chairs with a choice of ivory or blue seat pads, any onsite decoration you may wish to use, and a dedicated event coordinator to help plan the special day.
What is included in this pricing:
Choice of preferred caterers
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included
External caterers not permitted
Furniture included

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At
£500
Maximum Price
£5,955
Number of Guests Included
60
From intimate ceremonies to full day weddings, Riddle’s Court offers a variety of options to fit your needs- request our brochure to find out more information. Your hire will include the use of our ornate chivari wedding chairs with a choice of ivory or blue seat pads, any onsite decoration you may wish to use, and a dedicated event coordinator to help plan the special day.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Furniture included
Couple accommodation included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Reviews for Riddle's Court
(49)

Laura and Andrew
Happy couple married in September
November 2024
We had a great day
Thanks for everything, we had a great day!
Tass Floral Studio
Wedding: October
November 2024
A joy to work at Riddles Court.
Working with the team at Riddles Court was super easy from start to finish. Despite being a venue in central Edinburgh they did everything to ensure arrival and set up was as smooth as possible. The team was great at contact beforehand and was extremely helpful in providing what I needed for the set up of Bea and Hamish’s wedding flowers. The team were super friendly throughout, kept me company on the day and made it a joy to work at Riddles Court.
Beagan and Hamish
Happy couple married in October
November 2024
Cannot speak highly enough
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the kindness, patience, flexibility and organisational skills for our wedding. It was a complete honour getting married in such a beautiful building, but we especially cannot speak highly enough of you all. You made the day a breeze we're so so grateful to you all!
Siobhan and Kevin
Happy couple married in September
November 2024
We really can’t say thank you enough
Our wedding day at Riddles court was an absolute dream and wouldn’t have been possible with out the support from the team. Riddles court was the only venue we viewed, I had seen a photo of the Geddes room and instantly fell in love. The building has a very special feel to it. My only complaint was I wish we had had more time to enjoy Riddles court. I would recommend to anyone who is booking a wedding at Riddles court to have the whole wedding there so you have time to really enjoy the space.
Minna and Ryan
Happy couple married in September
November 2024
Exceeded all of our expectations
We had the most incredible experience planning our wedding with the team at Riddles Court. The venue was dreamy and the catering team they partnered with was incredible. We hadn't had the chance to visit beforehand but it all exceeded all of our expectations. Would highly recommend it for anyone who is looking for a unique setting that is in an iconic part of Edinburgh and especially for anyone who is planning from far away!
Erin and Charlie
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
Thanks for everything !!
Thanks for everything !!
Lori and Nitobie
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
Wonderful to get a chance to support conservation
Riddle’s Court has the quickest and kindest events organisers, making it an easy choice and highly recommended. The location is also stunning and it’s wonderful to get a chance to support conservation. The library room was the perfect size and backdrop for our ceilidh wedding reception. Their ‘in house’ decorations made for one less thing to worry about planning for. Thank you Riddle’s Court for making our wedding reception the perfect party.
Georgie and Struan
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
The day went perfectly
The Riddles Court team were a dream to work with. Nothing was too much trouble and the team went over and above for us – Hope even ran out onto the street to meet our lost Deliveroo driver for me in the morning! We were especially impressed with how well the team organised the day, from making sure we had time for family photos, a confetti moment, a group shot – that really made a difference. The day went perfectly and it's such a testament to the team!
Natalia Swiader (Photographer)
Wedding: September
October 2024
Stunning Elopement Venue
Absolutely stunning elopement venue in the heart of Edinburgh Old town, with an abundance of natural light - where classy meets historic and cosy.
Thea Salisbury (Wedding & Events Pianist)
Wedding: October
October 2024
Beautiful venue
I had a great time working with the team at Riddles court. Excellent communication from staff in the lead up to the wedding and I was invited for a viewing of the venue, which was very helpful. The team were very friendly and helpful on the day of the wedding. There was clear communication throughout the wedding day and there was always someone around if I had any questions. Thank you for having me play at your beautiful venue!

Location & Contact Details for Riddle's Court

Wedding Venue Address

322 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH1 2PG, Scotland, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

Perfect for public transport or taxi drop-off, Riddle's Court is situated on the Lawnmarket, the top part of the Royal Mile in central Edinburgh. The nearest car park is about 5 minutes' walk away, but most guests opt to be dropped off just outside.

Nearest Town

Edinburgh

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M8, Junction 1

Nearest Train Station

Edinburgh Waverley Station

Nearest Airport

Edinburgh Airport

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Riddle's Court?

It’s so hard to choose, but one in particular that stands out was in July when we hosted our biggest group of guests to date. We had been working with the couple for nearly three years, and after so many postponements, to see everyone finally gathered was extremely heart-warming. From the couple and guests to the suppliers and staff members at Riddle’s Court, everyone was overjoyed to celebrate.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Make the planning process fun, prioritise what you want to do and don't get bogged down by tradition! Don't book yourself in to create 70 DIY favours and invitations if you hate crafting, and don't stress about a first dance or cake cutting if it's not for you. Try to keep optimistic and plan for things that will make you happy. Once you realise that there's no 'one way' to have a wedding, it makes everything so much easier!

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

A recent couple decided to decorate the venue with their two favourite things: Lego and quirky patterned shoes! What made it even more personal was that each Lego model had a unique story relating to the couple’s relationship for all the guests to discover.

Describe Riddle's Court in 5 adjectives

Unique, romantic, historic, intimate, unforgettable!

Where’s the best photo spot at Riddle's Court?

Definitely our picturesque external staircase - it's the showstopper as you come off the Royal Mile!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Riddle's Court?

Not at one of our weddings, but Riddle's Court has seen its share of famous faces over the years - from King James IV and the Duchess of Buccleuch to Maggie Smith, Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie.

What’s your favourite canapé?

The mini potato scones with chive cream cheese and sun-dried tomato from our onsite caterers is a winner - though we've seen so many delicious canapes over the years, it's impossible to choose.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Any kind of ice-cream - but impartial to mint choc-chip!

What is Riddle's Court most unique feature?

This is a difficult question as there are so many unique features from throughout history at Riddle's Court. There is a spectacular painted ceiling that was commissioned in the 1890s that ties together the history of the building, the city, and the University of Edinburgh. In our onsite apartment, there are painted beams from a royal banquet held there in the 16th century - and not to mention our destination loo and great glass lift that you can only truly appreciate in-person!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Scottish Historic Buildings Trust is the charity who restored and who manages Riddle's Court - their mission is to restore at-risk buildings throughout Scotland for the benefit of the community and so they're sustainable and suitable for contemporary use. This means that all the profits from our weddings and venue hire go back into the charity - so a wedding with us is an investment into Scottish heritage. It doesn't get much better than that!
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