City Chambers Edinburgh Registry Office is the perfect civil wedding venue in Edinburgh.
It’s always thrilling being able to see inside a recently-refurbished wedding venue and the Marriage Suite at City Chambers, 253 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ, does not disappoint.
As the most experienced and sought-after City Chambers photographers and videographers, we’ve been honoured to photograph countless weddings at this fabulous venue in Edinburgh and always enjoy the atmosphere and architecture on offer.
City Chambers Edinburgh Registry Office is in the perfect location for anyone wanting to get married in the city, with excellent transport links and an abundance of hotel accommodation to choose from. Only Gretna Green pips Edinburgh to the post for the most weddings in Scotland yearly. However, we think this relocation of the marriage room from Lothian Chambers might inspire even more couples to get married in the city. It might just begin to give Gretna a run for its money.
If you’re planning on getting married in this stunning location, surrounded by many of the key sights and attractions in Edinburgh, contact us now. We would be privileged to photograph your wedding.
Discover more about the Edinburgh Registry Office
The City Chambers have been freshly and considerately renovated to provide a beautiful setting for a touch of romance. Four rooms have been made available for weddings:
Guest Lounge
Couples can meet family and guests in the comfortable Guest Lounge, with fantastic views across Edinburgh’s New Town and the Kingdom of Fife.
The Alexander Suite
The main Ceremony Room is officially called The Alexander Suite and was named in honour of Alex Currie, a lovely gentleman who had worked at the Registrar’s Office for 23 years. The Alexander Suite has been tastefully decorated in neutral yet warm tones, with a fireplace included as a focal point and an understated chandelier providing a touch of luxury.
Signature Room
Newly-wed couples sign the marriage schedule in a smaller adjoining Signature Room.
These spaces’ appeal and versatile nature work beautifully for your civil wedding ceremony.
Those in charge of the renovation have achieved a look any couple will love when looking for an Edinburgh Registry Office to get married in. This will not be remembered for a dated or tired look. Instead, the renovation has brought this stylish wedding venue into the 21st century.
The City Of Edinburgh Council has also taken great care to use locally-sourced suppliers for the décor and interior. A lovely example is the oak furniture used in the marriage rooms, sourced from the Grassmarket Community Project. The fittings also feature contemporary velvet upholstery by Scottish Designer Mairi Helena and Scottish Tweed from the Isle of Bute. Couples can also use the experienced and friendly wedding team if assistance is required.
The Wee Neuk
The Wee Neuk is the smallest ceremony room situated within City Chambers Edinburgh Registration Office and is separate to the Alexander Suite rooms.
Perfect for accommodating a couple and their two witnesses only, The Wee Neuk is perfect if you are eloping to Edinburgh and prefer not to have an elaborate ceremony.
Newlywed Photo Session
After your wedding at the City Chambers Marriage Suite, you can take full advantage of the city centre location. Photos can be taken inside the marriage room and in the reception area. A bonus is the beautiful staircase which offers plenty of natural light for photos.
Outside, there are many more opportunities to capture some beautiful moments against the backdrop of Edinburgh’s Old Town.
Iconic locations and landmarks are all within easy reach, with gorgeous newlywed photos guaranteed. The many sights of Edinburgh provide ample inspiration for taking the wedding day photos you will look back on for many years to come.
One hour of coverage provides enough time to shoot fabulous photos at most, if not all, of the following locations within 2 minutes walk of City Chambers Edinburgh Registry Office: City Chambers Quadrant, Parliament Square, St Giles’ Cathedral, Royal Mile.
Two hours of coverage allows for the same newlywed photo locations above, plus choose additional coverage at one of the following locations:
– Calton Hill. Elevated location offering some of the best views across Edinburgh, including one of the best views of Edinburgh Castle!
– Victoria Street & Vennel. Iconic cobbled streetscape with picturesque colourful shop facades, our shoot concludes with a great view of Edinburgh Castle.
– Arthur’s Seat. Edinburgh’s own extinct volcano is an oasis of tranquillity just a few minutes from the city centre, offering fabulous views towards the Old Town.
– Princes Street Gardens. Take a stroll down The Mound to the beautiful gardens located directly beneath Edinburgh Castle.
Newlywed reviews
City Chambers Photographer Prices
City Chambers Collection One
Photography
- One Photographer
- £349 for one hour Monday – Friday
- Saturday or Sunday is two hours minimum (£649)
- Extra coverage is £300 per hour
- Coverage usually starts a few minutes before your wedding ceremony
- Ceremony photos
- Newlywed photos with family and/or friends
- Newly-wed photoshoot on Royal Mile/Old Town
- Include Claire as a witness to your marriage ceremony – £95 (perfect for eloping couples with no guests/witnesses attending)
- Minimum 60+ photos per hour of coverage
- All photos are individually edited in our timeless style and supplied as high-resolution digital files in colour + black and white
- Password-protected online web gallery for viewing/sharing/downloading your photos
- Unlimited downloads of your photos
- Minimum two-year online backup of your photos
City Chambers Collection Two
Photography + Videography
- One Photographer + One Videographer
- £698 for one hour Monday – Friday
- Saturday or Sunday is two hours minimum (£1298)
- Extra coverage is £600 per hour
- Coverage usually starts a few minutes before your wedding ceremony
- Claire and Jonathon can act as your witnesses for the marriage ceremony at no extra cost (perfect for eloping couples with no guests/witnesses attending)
- Newly-wed photoshoot + video on Royal Mile/Old Town
- Minimum 60+ photos per hour of coverage
- All photos are individually edited in our timeless style and supplied as high-resolution digital files in colour + black and white
- Choose from 20 fabulous titles to customise the opening chapter of your video
- Your choice of music used as the backing tracks for your video
- Video supplied as a digital download high-definition MPEG4 video file (playable on most devices)
- Password-protected online web gallery for viewing/sharing/downloading your photos
- A private online web page for streaming/sharing your video
- Unlimited downloads of your photos and video
- Minimum two-year online backup of your photos and video
Standard Features Included With Every Booking
1. Free initial consultation
Our meeting costs nothing more than your time. Chat, drink, discover. Ask questions, and view albums with no pressure to book. Video call option available.
2. Ongoing support and ideas
Help and advice about anything wedding-related, from our initial meeting until your wedding day and beyond. With years of experience, we have many tips and advice to share.
3. Every photo is professionally edited
All photos are professionally edited and supplied watermark-free in colour plus black and white high-resolution JPEG format.
4. Password-protected web gallery
We respect your privacy – only you can choose who views your gallery. View your photos online and easily order gallery-quality prints, including framed prints and canvas. Share your gallery with family and friends for hassle-free sharing.
5. Unlimited high-resolution digital download of all photos
USB sticks were so yesterday. Streaming/downloading means easy sharing all of your photos with family and friends. Unlimited downloads/shares.
6. Safe backup of all your photos
We’ll safely archive every photo for a minimum of 1 year, ensuring peace of mind for you if you have a technology meltdown.
Real wedding photos at Edinburgh Registry Office
A selection of a few of our favourite photos of newlyweds married at City Chambers.
Edinburgh City Chambers real wedding blog
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