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£500 - £5,955 for Venue Hire
Up to 60
1 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
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Late Availability
Last Minute Dates Available
20% Off
Description
Description
*We are honoured you are considering Riddle’s Court to be a part of your special day. After an amazing 2024 the small team here at Riddle’s Court are currently out of the office enjoying a well-deserved break. We will return on the 6th of January 2025 and very much look forward to speaking with you then.
Are you recently engaged and looking for your perfect wedding venue? Why not come along to the Riddle’s Court Wedding Showcase! Get your tickets now https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2025-wedding-showcase-tickets-1112618735589*
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
Pricing for Riddle's Court
Location & Contact Details for Riddle's Court
Location & Contact Details for Riddle's Court
Wedding Venue Address
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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FAQs
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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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