As an experienced Carberry Tower wedding photographer, we’re delighted to share a selection of our favourite photos from three weddings at this historic venue in East Lothian.

Carberry Tower Wedding Photographer 5-Star Reviews

Choose us as your Carberry Tower wedding photographer, and we’ll provide fabulous photos and award-winning customer service. But don’t just take our word for it:

Rachel and KeiranRachel and Keiran

Jonathon did a fantastic job with our photos and video. He captured the day perfectly! We got a video of the ceremony, speeches and first 3 dances which Jonathon was able to do himself with cameras set up and it was amazing to see after. I highly recommend Love Wedding Photos and Film and will use them in the future for any photographer needs I have.

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Jude and AhmetJude and Ahmet

Jonathon recently photographed our wedding and we couldn't be happier with the results. Our families were also extremely pleased and have been creating montages and framing the photos. Jonathon put us at ease and was professional and friendly and created lots of shots in such a short space of time. The communication before hand and after was great especially as there was last minute changes to our wedding. I would definitely recommend. Many thanks.

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Julia and StephenJulia and Stephen

Jonathon and Claire were an absolute dream to have as our photographer and videographer. We absolutely treasure every photo and our wonderful video. We would recommend Love Wedding Photos and Film to any couple who are looking for natural, joyful photos that capture each moment just as it is.

We can’t thank you both enough.

Julia and Stephen Meiklejohn x

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Carberry Tower Wedding Photos

The gallery of my favourite Carberry Tower wedding photos from various weddings we’ve had the pleasure of photographing.

  • bridal makeup pre-ceremony in The Library
  • bride profile hair detail in The Library
  • bride reflection in a mirror in The Library
  • bride portrait in The Library
  • groom and groomsmen walking along the tree-lined approach
  • groom and groomsmen in the Snooker Room
  • groom and groomsmen in the Snooker Room
  • guests waiting for the arrival of the bride in The Chapel
  • guests waiting for the arrival of the bride in The Chapel
  • bride looking out the window of the Library
  • bride with veil lowered over her face
  • bride's dress being buttoned up in the Library
  • bride full-length by the window in The Library
  • bride by the window in The Library
  • bride, bridesmaids and flowergirls in The Library ready for the ceremony
  • bride, bridesmaids and flowergirls make their way to The Chapel
  • flower girls walking up the aisle in The Chapel
  • processional in the chapel as the bride walks up the aisle
  • Humanist ceremony viewed from the balcony in The Chapel
  • guest reading during the Humanist ceremony in The Chapel
  • flower girls watching the humanist ceremony in The Chapel
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  • Humanist ceremony view from the balcony in The Chapel
  • flower girls watching the Humanist ceremony in The Chapel
  • exchange of rings during Humanist ceremony in the Chapel
  • newlyweds' first kiss in The Chapel
  • newlyweds' first kiss in The Chapel
  • newlyweds kiss after signing the marriage schedule in The Chapel
  • wedding party after signing the marriage schedule in the Chapel
  • newlyweds recessional from the Chapel
  • confetti shower outside The Chapel
  • confetti shower outside The Chapel
  • Pipe Major Iain Grant raises a toast to the newlyweds in The Pavilion
  • Pipe Major Iain Grant leads the newlyweds to Carberry Tower
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  • newlyweds kissing with a glass of champagne at the entrance to Carberry Tower
  • bride and flower girl on the Champagne Terrace
  • newlyweds beneath the giant Redwood trees
  • newlyweds raise a toast beneath the giant Redwood trees by Carberry Tower wedding photographer
  • newlyweds walking beneath the giant Redwood trees
  • newlyweds in the grounds of Carberry Tower
  • newlyweds walking across the spacious lawn
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  • young guest taking a photo with a disposable camera in The Pavilion
  • Pipe Major Iain Grant leads the newlyweds to the top table in The Pavilion
  • the newlyweds make their way to the top table in The Pavilion
  • Pipe Major Iain Grant raises a toast to the newlyweds in The Pavilion
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  • bride smiling during groom's speech in The Pavilion
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  • newlyweds cutting the cake in the Rose Garden Room
  • Newlyweds' first dance in the Rose Garden Room
  • newlyweds' first dance in the Rose Garden Room
  • Newlyweds' smiling at each other during their first dance in the Rose Garden Room
  • Evening reception dancing in the Rose Garden Room
  • Evening reception dancing in the Rose Garden Room
  • Northern Light band providing the evening entertainment in the Rose Garden Room
  • blonde haired female guest dancing newlyweds' first dance in the Rose Garden Room
  • Girl in a red dress dancing during the evening reception in the Rose Garden Room
  • A woman in a fruit-patterned robe smiles while sitting, as another woman styles her hair with a flat iron in a room with bookshelves and a lamp.
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  • Person smiling, wearing a robe with hair in curlers, seated indoors with a blurred background.
  • A woman in a robe smiles, holding two patterned gift bags. She stands in a room with wooden bookshelves, colorful dresses hanging, and a dining table with chairs.
  • A woman in a floral dress smiles while dancing at an indoor event surrounded by other people in formal attire.
  • Two people in white robes embrace each other, with one facing away and the other smiling. They are indoors, in a room with bookshelves and warm lighting.
  • Person in a white robe sitting on a chair, smiling while holding a folding fan. Another person stands nearby, partially visible. Wooden shelves with books are in the background.
  • A woman in a fruit-patterned shirt laughs while holding a folding fan, sitting in a room with wooden decor and a fireplace in the background.
  • Six men playing poker around a green table, with cards and poker chips visible. Drinks and snacks are scattered on the table.
  • Person wearing sunglasses and a checkered shirt plays poker, smiling as they gather chips. Another person wearing glasses is seated next to them. Table has cards, chips, and a drink can.
  • Hands shuffling a deck of playing cards on a green table. A can is visible in the background.
  • A man adjusts another man's tie in a room with ornate wallpaper, a lamp, and a wooden mirror. Both are dressed in formal attire.
  • A man in a formal suit and tartan sash stands indoors with a boutonniere on his lapel, smiling. A lamp and a wall are in the background.
  • Five men in matching kilts and jackets walk side by side on a tree-lined path, smiling and conversing.
  • Five men in sunglasses wearing matching blue jackets and green tartan kilts stand together on a path, surrounded by greenery.
  • Four people in formal attire standing on a garden path, smiling at the camera. The group includes two men in suits and two women in colorful dresses, one with a white hat.
  • Two men in suits hugging outdoors; the man facing the camera is wearing sunglasses and smiling.
  • A bride in a white gown stands while a woman in a green dress kneels to adjust her shoe in a bedroom with a four-poster bed.
  • A person fastens the ankle strap of a white high-heeled shoe on someone else's foot, with a white dress partially visible.
  • Bride in a white gown and veil holds a bouquet of white flowers, standing near a window with light filtering in, with floral wallpaper and a lamp in the background.
  • A bride in a white gown stands in a bedroom with floral wallpaper. She holds a bouquet and wears a veil, with an elegant bed and curtains in the background.
  • Bride in a lace wedding dress holding a bouquet of white flowers, standing in a room with patterned wallpaper and a bed in the background.
  • A bride in a white gown stands in a room with bookshelves and a fireplace. A person in a green dress assists with her train.
  • A bride in a white dress walks with bridesmaids in green and blue dresses, accompanied by an older man in a suit, along a tree-lined path.
  • A bride in a white dress walks on a path alongside a man in a suit and a woman in a green dress, set against a backdrop of greenery.
  • A couple is getting married indoors on a red carpet, with a person officiating the ceremony. Guests are seated, and decorative flowers and candelabras are in the background.
  • A bride in a lace dress reads vows to a groom wearing a kilt and jacket. They are indoors with a window and flowers in the background.
  • A group of people in formal attire sit together, some holding flower bouquets.
  • Couple exchanging rings during a wedding ceremony, with an officiant holding a book in the background.
  • A bride and groom kiss during their wedding ceremony, holding hands. She wears a white dress and veil; he is in a kilt and jacket. They stand in front of large windows with greenery outside.
  • Bride and groom holding hands and smiling joyfully during a wedding ceremony, with the groom raising a fist in celebration. An officiant stands nearby.
  • Bride in a white dress and groom in a kilt celebrate joyfully indoors, holding hands aloft, with floral decorations and large windows in the background.
  • A group of smiling and clapping people sit in a row at a formal event, wearing formal attire and holding bouquets. Books and framed items are on wooden shelves in the background.
  • People sitting in an audience, smiling and clapping. Two women in the foreground are wearing floral and red dresses.
  • A bride in a lace dress and veil smiles while looking at a groom in a dark outfit and tartan sash. They are indoors with wooden shelves in the background.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom in a kilt walk down the aisle smiling, with guests seated on either side in a bright venue.
  • A couple in wedding attire walks through a cheering crowd outdoors. The bride holds a bouquet and laughs, while the groom, wearing a kilt, smiles. Guests throw confetti.
  • A bride and groom walk joyfully down an outdoor path, surrounded by smiling guests who are tossing confetti. The groom wears a kilt, and the bride holds a bouquet.
  • Bride and groom celebrate while walking through a crowd of cheering guests at an outdoor wedding. The bride holds up a bouquet, and the groom wears a kilt.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom in a kilt toast with drinks in a garden setting.
  • People at an outdoor social gathering, two women and one man in the foreground holding drinks, smiling and conversing.
  • A bride in a white dress and veil hugs a groom in a black suit, smiling and holding a bouquet. They stand in front of a stone wall and greenery.
  • A bride and groom walk away on a garden path. The groom wears a kilt, and the bride holds a bouquet and raises a glass. People gather in the background.
  • Two women seated on stone steps, one in a checked dress and the other in a beige dress, both smiling. The woman in beige holds a drink.
  • A woman with long blonde hair, wearing a dark top, is smiling while holding a glass. She is outdoors with greenery in the background.
  • A woman and man stand together outdoors, smiling. She is in a green dress with a corsage, and he is in a dark suit and tie. They are in a garden with flowers and greenery.
  • wedding photographer at Carberry Tower: A bride in a white gown and a groom in a kilt walk hand in hand down a tree-lined path.
  • A bride and groom joyfully walk hand in hand. The groom wears a traditional kilt, and the bride holds a bouquet. They're outside on a tree-lined path.
  • Bride and groom walking outdoors, the bride in a white dress and the groom in a kilt with a sporran, holding a bouquet.
  • wedding photographer at Carberry Tower: Bride in white gown and groom in tartan kilt stand facing each other on grass, with brick building in the background.
  • A bride and groom hold hands and smile at each other, walking on a wooden path surrounded by greenery.
  • A bride in a white dress holds a bouquet while a groom in a suit with a plaid shawl stands beside her. They are smiling outdoors, surrounded by greenery.
  • Bride and groom stand smiling at each other outside, with the bride holding a bouquet of white roses.
  • A bride and groom enter a venue holding hands. The groom wears a traditional Scottish kilt, and the bride wears a white gown. They appear to be at a wedding reception.
  • People in formal attire standing and clapping at an event, with tables decorated with white flowers in the foreground.
  • A group of people sitting around a table at a formal event, smiling and engaged in conversation. Candles and drinks are on the table.
  • Man in a vest and tie sitting at a table, smiling in a crowded room.
  • People seated at a formal event, smiling and laughing.
  • A woman in a green dress sits smiling at a formal event, surrounded by guests at elegantly set tables.
  • Bride and groom laughing at a wedding reception table with white floral decorations and other guests.
  • A man in a tuxedo raises his arm while holding a glass, smiling at a wedding reception. Guests around him are clapping and cheering.
  • A group of people seated at tables, laughing and enjoying a social event. Candles are lit in the background.
  • A group of people sitting at a formal event, with some smiling and others engaged. Candles and glassware are visible on the table.
  • A bride smiles as she gives a speech with a microphone at a wedding reception, surrounded by people and decorations.
  • Bride and groom in kilts cutting a wedding cake with a sword in a reception hall, surrounded by guests and musical equipment.
  • Bride and groom in formal attire cutting a tiered wedding cake with a sword, surrounded by guests at a reception.
  • Bride and groom dance at a wedding reception, holding hands, with musicians performing in the background.
  • Bride and groom smile and hold hands during a wedding dance. The groom wears a kilt, and musicians play in the background.
  • A bride and groom dance together in a reception hall. The groom is wearing a kilt, and there is a band playing in the background.
  • A bride and groom are smiling and dancing at their wedding reception. The groom is wearing a kilt, and there are guests clapping in the background.
  • A bride and groom, wearing a white gown and a tartan outfit, kiss on a dance floor surrounded by guests with some clapping and smiling.
  • A bride in a white dress dances joyfully with guests at a lively indoor wedding reception.
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  • A bride and groom smiling at each other while sitting on a bench, the bride holding a bouquet of flowers.
  • Bride and groom kissing, the bride holding the groom's face, both dressed in traditional wedding attire with a stone wall backdrop.
  • A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet stands on stone steps in a park.
  • A bride and groom smiling at each other, wearing wedding attire, with a blurred building in the background.
  • A bride and groom in wedding attire, the groom wearing a kilt, stand smiling in front of a historic stone castle under a cloudy sky.
  • A bride and groom smiling closely together in formal wedding attire, with a historic building blurred in the background.
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  • Bride in a white dress and groom in a kilt holding hands and smiling while walking through a park.
  • A joyful wedding group celebrates by throwing confetti at the smiling bride and groom in a garden setting.
  • A wedding party joyfully throwing flower petals at a newlywed couple in a garden, with guests smiling and celebrating.
  • Man in traditional scottish attire, including kilt and sporran, standing in an elegant room with a guitar on a stand behind him.
  • A man joyfully embracing a woman in a glittery blue dress at an indoor gathering.
  • A bride and groom, the groom in a kilt, walk down the aisle smiling, surrounded by guests in a room with ornate decorations and paintings.
  • A bride in a white dress stands among guests at an indoor wedding reception, with guests in formal attire looking on and holding drinks.
  • An elderly man in a kilt and sporran speaks from a paper in a formal room with seated listeners, portraits on the wall, and a guitar on display.
  • A newlywed couple signing their marriage certificate in a room with vintage decor and natural lighting.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom in a scottish kilt, both smiling, walk hand in hand through a crowd at a wedding reception.
  • A bride in a white dress signing a document at a table, with the groom in a dark suit watching beside her, indoors by a window.
  • A bride and groom kissing outside a stone church, the groom in a tartan kilt and the bride in a white dress, holding a bouquet, with white floral arrangements on either side.
  • A newlywed couple kisses, surrounded by applauding guests in a vintage-style room, while a bridesmaid in purple watches.
  • A woman in a mauve dress with a floral bouquet embraces a man in a suit at a wedding reception, while other guests look on.
  • A bride in a white dress smiling joyfully while holding a champagne glass, with guests and a man in a kilt in the background at a wedding reception.
  • A bride in a white dress holding a bouquet smiles as she stands beside a luxury car, assisted by a bridesmaid in purple.
  • A bride in a white dress and veil holds a bouquet, smiling in front of an ornate stone archway adorned with white flowers.
  • Woman with short red hair laughing at a social event, wearing an elegant brown dress. blurred guests in the background.
  • A man in a black suit and a woman with a floral hair accessory, both smiling, share a close, joyful moment at an indoor gathering.
  • A joyful woman in a red floral dress laughs while holding glasses at a social gathering, surrounded by other guests conversing in an elegant room.
  • A bride and groom exchanging vows at a wedding ceremony in a luxurious room with ornate decor, observed by guests seated and standing around them.
  • Five women in matching burgundy dresses holding bouquets, with one holding a baby, standing outside a stone building.
  • Bride in a white dress and groom in a kilt kissing at their wedding ceremony, with guests and ornate décor in the background.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom in a kilt kiss passionately in a room with elegantly dressed guests looking on.
  • A smiling bride holding a bouquet, standing in front of a stone building with white flowers on the left.
  • A bride and groom smiling and looking out a window, the bride in a veil and the groom in a black suit.
  • Five bridesmaids in purple dresses and a bride in white laugh together, while a young boy in a kilt peeks through one bridesmaid's legs.
  • Bride and groom kissing at wedding ceremony, surrounded by guests in a decorated hall.
  • A black luxury car parked on a tree-lined path with evenly spaced trees and small white boulders on either side of the path.
  • Bride and groom holding hands and smiling at each other during their wedding ceremony, with an officiant holding a book in the background.
  • A vintage white volkswagen van drives down a tree-lined avenue, with greenery and spaced-out white stones on either side.
  • A wedding couple in a black convertible car driving down a tree-lined road, with the car decorated with a white ribbon.
  • A bride smiling in a convertible car with an older man driving, both dressed formally for a wedding, surrounded by trees.
  • Five men in suits and kilts standing and laughing around a green billiards table in a rustic room with a stone wall backdrop.
  • Four men wearing traditional scottish kilts, laughing and walking together on a grassy field.
  • A smiling bride in a white dress and veil sits in a convertible car, holding a bouquet of flowers, ready to depart.
 

A Brief History Of Carberry Tower

Carberry Tower Mansion House & Estate is a breathtakingly romantic venue just 7 miles from Edinburgh, nestled within 40 acres of gorgeous private parkland. If you’re dreaming of grandeur mixed with cosy charm for your wedding day, this historic gem ticks every box.

Carberry Tower isn’t just another stately home—it’s a place bursting with stories of royal intrigue, romance, and rich Scottish history. Picture walking down the aisle where centuries of love stories have unfolded, under the majestic roof of a castle whose foundations date back to 1480. It’s pretty special to think your big day will become part of this incredible legacy.

Fancy a sprinkle of drama? This place has it in spades. Did you know Mary Queen of Scots herself surrendered right here at Carberry Hill? Today, you can still wander up to the ‘Queen’s Mount’, soak in the panoramic views across Edinburgh, and capture unforgettable wedding photos steeped in history and lush countryside.

Over the centuries, Carberry Tower has been lovingly expanded from a medieval fortress into the luxurious mansion it is today, thanks to a handful of passionate owners, including the Fullertons, the Elphinstones, and legendary Scottish architect David Bryce. These visionaries added the grandeur that makes Carberry a picture-perfect backdrop for weddings, from its beautifully panelled entrance hall to the regal library designed by the acclaimed Robert Lorimer.

Speaking of royalty, Carberry Tower once hosted Princess Elizabeth (the late Queen Elizabeth II) and Princess Margaret during their childhood visits. Imagine celebrating your special day in the same rooms where royals once laughed, played, and relaxed. It’s enough to make any bride feel truly royal!

Nature lovers, rejoice! The Estate is a haven for wildlife—friendly roe deer and pheasants roam freely among some of Scotland’s finest trees, from magnificent weeping beeches to the majestic cedars lining the grand sequoia avenue. Every corner of Carberry offers stunning spots for wedding photos, full of natural beauty and serene charm.

Today, after a meticulous restoration, Carberry Tower is proudly back in private Scottish hands. It’s run by a family whose connection to the Estate goes right back to their childhood, bringing warmth, personality, and genuine Scottish hospitality to every celebration. Their family motto, ‘A Deo Favente’—With God’s Favour—flies proudly above the tower, symbolising their commitment to providing an unforgettable experience.

At Carberry Tower, you’re more than just guests—you’re warmly welcomed as friends. Whether you’re sipping champagne in the gardens, dancing under twinkling lights, or laughing around beautifully dressed tables, your day will be filled with joy, care, and effortless elegance.

Choosing Carberry Tower means choosing a venue filled with heart, history, and hospitality. It’s a place where every detail, from the warm greeting as you arrive to the heartfelt goodbyes as you depart, is lovingly curated to ensure your wedding isn’t just another day—it’s the beginning of your very own timeless love story.

Being a Carberry Tower wedding photographer is a dream.

As an experienced Carberry Tower wedding photographer, every corner of this fabulous venue offers something unique, from the grandeur of its stone façade to the hidden pathways through its lush grounds.

Capturing the bride and groom under the ancient trees or alongside the beautiful rose garden is pure magic, especially when the golden sunlight filters through the leaves.

The interior is equally captivating, with grand fireplaces, opulent staircases, and wood-panelled rooms that lend warmth and character to intimate moments.

What makes Carberry Tower so joyful for photographers is the atmosphere it creates.

Couples are often relaxed, inspired by the beauty around them, and guests are full of smiles, enjoying the setting.

The tower’s blend of regal splendour and natural beauty allows for creative freedom—candid shots during the drinks reception on the lawn or dramatic portraits framed by the estate’s historic grandeur.

Every wedding feels like a fairytale, and as an experienced Carberry Tower wedding photographer, it’s a privilege to capture the love, laughter, and unforgettable memories created in such a magical setting.

Photographer

Claire Fowler – Award-winning Edinburgh wedding photographer & videographer

Once upon a time, Claire Fowler was climbing the corporate ladder in one of Europe’s largest banks, mastering spreadsheets, crunching numbers, and making critical financial decisions. Then, in 2006, she married Jonathon and soon after was trading boardrooms for bridal bouquets. Goodbye banking, hello breathtaking wedding photos and films!

From banking to bridal – a career with a creative twist

With hundreds of weddings captured since 2006, Claire is one of Scotland’s most experienced and in-demand wedding photographers and videographers. What started as a passion turned into a full-time career, proving that following your dreams (and ditching the 9-to-5) can pay off beautifully.

Her style? A perfect mix of artistic creativity and documentary storytelling, capturing the real, raw, and ridiculously romantic moments. Whether it's a windswept elopement on Arthur’s Seat or a lavish castle wedding, Claire’s got it covered—literally.

Why couples trust Claire (and you should too!)

- Experience that counts – hundreds of weddings beautifully covered, zero awkward posing, and a knack for making couples feel at ease.

- Award-winning photography & videography – Recognised for capturing love stories in their best light.

- Authentic & timeless style – No cheesy filters, just natural, heartfelt storytelling that stands the test of time.

- Personalised service – Every couple gets the VIP treatment, ensuring their wedding photos are as unique as their love story.

Claire’s dedication, eye for detail, and passion for storytelling make her the obvious choice for couples who want stunning, meaningful images. So, if you want a photographer who can capture the magic of your day (and won’t make you stand stiffly like a Victorian portrait), book Claire Fowler today!

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