Abbotsford magical and infamous home of Sir Walter Scott, set above the River Tweed, nestled in a secluded spot amidst the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders. This stunning location provides the ideal setting and perfect for you to celebrate your wedding with up to 30 daytime guests. There are number of choices of where to hold your ceremony, from the luxurious Hope Scott Wing wedding suite, to our exquisite gardens or the intimate simplicity of the family chapel. You can then enjoy the splendour of the library, drawing room and picture corridor for an elegant drinks and canape reception. Then moving onto Ochiltrees our stunning contemporary dining room that can host up to 80 guests. Luxury accommodation is at hand in the elegantly furnished Hope Scott Wing, allowing you to prepare for your special day in quiet calm and to end it in lavish comfort.

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Name of Wedding Contact: Susan Thornton

We want to make this beautiful and magical home available for you to celebrate such a special occasion. The Hope Scott Wing over the years has enjoyed may special occasions and is just full of joy. The pleasure with our offer is you can make it what you want depending on your budget. keep it intimate and enjoying the stunning surroundings as they are or if you have themes in mind work with a wedding planner to add to this splendour.

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No. of Weddings Hosted

Less than 10

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

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Overview of The Abbotsford Trust

Wedding Venue Type

Country House / Manor House

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

Reception Capacity

Wedding Venue Accommodation

No. of Bedrooms

Bridal Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church within walking distance

Wedding license

Dancefloor available

Wedding Venue Details

Landscaped gardens

Exclusive use

Bridal Changing Facilities

Wedding Catering

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

In-house catering

Halal catering

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Abbotsford, Melrose, Scottish Borders, TD6 9BQ, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Describe the best wedding that happened at The Abbotsford Trust?

There is no where more special that Abbotsford in the sunshine. One of our lovely couples were lucky enough to bring the weather with them and marry amidst our beautiful tulip festival. There relaxed and informal day really suited the couple and allowed them to feel like they were getting married in their own home.

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

Don't panic! Yes, there are many things to think about but everything comes together in the end.

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

A wedding of a keen fisherman and golfer, they subtly added their hobbies to their wedding. From canapes served with golf balls, to cheese served on a small wooden boat they captured their personalities in their food and decoration.

Describe The Abbotsford Trust in 5 adjectives

Intimate Luxury Peaceful Elegant Stunning

Where’s the best photo spot at The Abbotsford Trust?

Our beautifully manicured gardens proven popular with couples, however, if you are looking for something a little different, we have opened up our woodlands with breathtaking views over the river tweed

What’s your favourite canapé?

All of our canapes are outstanding but my personal favorite has to be Roast beef and caramelised onion choux buns

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Once the sun has set on your perfect day, couples love to cozy up next to the roaring fire in our luxury accommodation and have a lovely moment to themselves.

What is The Abbotsford Trust most unique feature?

The whole setting is most definitely the most unique feature, Sir Walter Scott created something which is truly unique. Special arrangements can be made to have photos in Sir Walter Scott's Library. Completed in 1824 and, to many, the most iconic room at Abbotsford, Scott’s magnificent library.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We are most proud of our accommodation, it is so unique and and kept to such high standards by our housekeeping team.

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