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Surgeons’ Hall wedding photos – see Jon and Mandy’s wonderful day

I was delighted to be invited to create Jon and Mandy’s Surgeons’ Hall wedding photos.

They were married at the historic Surgeons’ Hall, a fabulous wedding venue steeped in history and in Edinburgh’s city centre.

Surgeons’ Hall is a beautiful venue where I’ve been fortunate to photograph weddings.

It’s a great wedding venue with impressive architecture and offers total privacy for your wedding day.

No matter what the weather does on your wedding day, Surgeons’ Hall offers a beautiful range of backdrops for your wedding photos.

Getting ready for your big day and seeking a Surgeons’ Hall photographer? Drop us a line to see if we’re free!

Surgeons’ Hall Wedding Photos

Below is a selection of my favourite photos from Jon and Mandy’s wedding at Surgeons’ Hall.

  • A pair of white, lace-embellished bridal shoes with medium heels, displayed on a windowsill against a blurred background.
  • A pair of white, lace monsoon ballet flats positioned on a dark surface with a natural light background.
  • A white wedding dress with lace detailing hanging on a wooden door in a well-lit room.
  • Close-up of a white wedding dress featuring detailed floral embroidery with small beads and sequins.
  • Rear view of a woman's hairstyle with three white rose accessories and tiny pearls, elegantly styled in a bun.
  • A silver bracelet with blue and white gemstones, laid in a circular shape on a dark wooden surface.
  • A woman with short brown hair and a blue top smiling softly by a window with natural light illuminating her face.
  • Close-up of white roses and purple flowers, highlighting the delicate textures and soft colors.
  • Close-up of white roses and purple veronica flowers in a floral arrangement.
  • A bouquet of white roses and purple flowers tied with a navy ribbon, standing on a windowsill with a blurred green background.
  • Portrait of a woman with red hair styled up, wearing a dark dress, smiling gently at the camera.
  • Close-up of a sea holly flower with delicate purple blooms and spiky green leaves against a soft white background.
  • A single white rose with a soft focus on its swirling petals, lying against a bright white background with green leaves.
  • A delicate white floral corsage with green leaves and pearl accents on a white background.
  • Bronze plaque reading "the royal college of surgeons of edinburgh" on a stone wall, with slight wear marks.
  • A bagpiper in traditional scottish attire, including a kilt and sporran, stands playing bagpipes at a gate entrance.
  • A bagpiper in traditional scottish attire playing in a historic courtyard, framed by blurred architectural details foreground.
  • Elegant room featuring rows of blue chairs, light blue walls adorned with portraits, intricate white ceiling with a central skylight, and a patterned blue carpet.
  • Elegant room with ornate ceiling, blue chairs arranged in rows, and framed paintings on the walls.
  • A floral arrangement with white roses and lilies on a polished wooden table in a room with cream walls and a dark chair in the background.
  • Four men in traditional scottish attire with kilts standing in front of an ornate building with blue doors.
  • Four men in traditional scottish kilts and jackets, laughing and talking in front of a large blue door.
  • A man in a formal black suit with a white boutonniere smiles while standing with his arms crossed in front of a blue door.
  • Two wedding rings lie on a textured surface, one slightly in front of the other, with a soft-focus background.
  • Close-up of a groom's dark suit with a white rose and lavender boutonniere, complemented by a vibrant, striped tie.
  • Close-up of a tartan kilt with a decorative silver sword pin attached to the fabric.
  • A man in traditional scottish attire, including a kilt and sporran, stands by a large blue door, smiling and holding the door handle.
  • Four people standing on a balcony under a large circular skylight in an ornate building with neoclassical architecture.
  • A family of three standing in front of a building entrance; the man wears a kilt, the boy is in a suit with sneakers, and the woman is in a long black dress.
  • A man and a woman standing and smiling in front of wooden doors, dressed in formal attire, the man in a suit and the woman in a dress and jacket.
  • A man in a gray suit and a young boy in a kilt and jacket holding hands in front of a wooden door.
  • A groom in traditional scottish attire greets an elderly man with a cane outside a building, with an older woman beside them looking on.
  • Three people dressed in formal attire with boutonnieres posing for a photo outside an elegant building entrance.
  • A wooden door with two signs reading "presidents room" and "the logan turner room," featuring a stainless steel handle.
  • A woman applying makeup to another woman in a warmly lit room.
  • A woman in a navy blue evening gown and white shawl, holding a bouquet of white roses, seated in a red and blue patterned armchair.
  • A woman in a navy blue gown sits on a vintage chair, holding a bouquet of white roses, with a patterned carpet beneath her.
  • A woman applying makeup to a young girl in an elegantly furnished room.
  • A woman in a navy blue dress and matching shoes sits in a red leather armchair, holding a bouquet of white flowers, with a patterned red and blue rug underneath.
  • A man in a traditional scottish outfit, including a kilt and sporran, sits confidently in a leather chair against a richly patterned rug.
  • A bride and groom flanked by two bridesmaids holding bouquets in a room with dark wood paneling and paintings. the groom wears a traditional kilt.
  • A bride in a white dress stands with her father in a tartan kilt and two bridesmaids in navy dresses, all holding bouquets, in an elegant room.
  • A bride and groom pose for a photo indoors; the groom wears a tartan kilt and the bride is in a white gown, holding a bouquet. they stand smiling between two red leather chairs on a patterned carpet.
  • Three women in formal attire, two in navy dresses and one in a white wedding dress, holding bouquets and smiling in an elegant room with red chairs and a patterned rug.
  • A bride and her bridesmaids in navy dresses posing with white and blue bouquet flowers, focused on the bouquets.
  • A bride in a white lace gown holding a bouquet of white flowers, standing in a room with a wooden cabinet and a red patterned carpet.
  • A bride in a white dress smiles while sitting in a red leather chair, holding a bouquet, with a cabinet and persian rug in the background.
  • A bride in a white dress sits smiling on a red leather chair, holding a bouquet of white and pale yellow flowers, with a wood-paneled background.
  • Guests in formal attire seated in rows at a wedding ceremony indoors, with portraits on the wall and a boy in a kilt in the foreground.
  • Group of adults in formal attire seated at a ceremony, with some women wearing colorful hats.
  • Two men in traditional scottish kilts and attire sitting and laughing together at a wedding ceremony, with guests seated around them.
  • A woman leading a group of bridesmaids along a library hallway, all holding bouquets and dressed in formal attire.
  • Three bridesmaids walking down a hallway, holding bouquets, and smiling during a wedding ceremony.
  • Bride in white dress and groom in scottish kilt walking down a hallway, smiling and holding hands, with display cases on either side.
  • People ascending and descending a grand staircase with red carpet in an elegant room with pink walls and portraits.
  • A bride and groom descend a curved staircase in an elegant hallway, with a portrait hanging on the wall above them.
  • A bride and groom descending a curved staircase with red carpeting, beneath a colorful stained glass window.
  • A bride and groom holding hands on a curved staircase in a hotel, with portraits hanging on the walls.
  • Three bridesmaids holding bouquets walk down the aisle in front of seated guests in an elegantly decorated room.
  • Two bridesmaids holding bouquets walk down the aisle in a decorated room with guests standing and watching.
  • Bride and groom walk down the aisle, surrounded by guests, in a room with blue chairs and ornate carpet. the groom wears a kilt.
  • Bride and groom walking down the aisle, the groom in a traditional kilt, surrounded by smiling guests in a decorated room.
  • A joyful bride and groom walk down the aisle, the groom in a kilt, as guests watch and a woman scatters flower petals in a decorated room with portraits on the walls.
  • Bride in white dress and groom in scottish kilt sit facing each other at a wedding ceremony, with an officiant speaking and guests seated around them.
  • Four bridesmaids in navy dresses and a bride in white at a wedding ceremony, all holding bouquets, smiling as they watch something off-camera.
  • A group of guests seated in rows at a formal event, attentively watching a ceremony. a man in a kilt and a woman holding a bouquet are visible.
  • Four bridesmaids holding bouquets stand in a line, smiling towards a bride seated in the foreground in a wedding hall.
  • A bride in a white dress holding a bouquet smiles while seated, surrounded by bridesmaids and guests in a ceremonial room.
  • A group of people sitting in rows, attentively watching a speaker at an event, dressed in semiformal attire.
  • Wedding ceremony in an elegant room with seated guests, bride and groom at the front, and portraits on the walls.
  • A wedding ceremony in a room with a woman in a floral dress and a man in a kilt standing at the front, while another woman sits and listens.
  • A bride seated, laughing joyfully at her wedding ceremony, with groom, officiant, and bridesmaids nearby in a room with elegant decor.
  • A couple reads from a paper during their wedding ceremony, standing before a small group of guests in a room with portraits on the walls.
  • A bride in a white dress smiling and looking up at a man in a kilt during a wedding ceremony, with guests and bridesmaids in the background.
  • A bride in a white dress laughs joyfully while seated, facing a groom in a kilt, surrounded by guests in a room with floral decorations.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom in a kilt smile at each other, holding hands in a hall with seated guests.
  • Interior of an elegant hall during a wedding ceremony, featuring ornate ceiling details, portraits on the walls, and guests seated facing a couple at the front.
  • A bride and two men in kilts during a wedding ceremony inside an elegant room, facing away from the camera.
  • A bride and groom in traditional attire exchanging rings during a wedding ceremony indoors while the officiant and guests watch.
  • A bride in a white dress smiling joyfully at the groom during a wedding ceremony, with guests in the background.
  • Bride in a white dress exchanging vows with groom, both standing in a room with portraits on the walls, viewed from the side.
  • A bride and groom kiss during their wedding ceremony in an elegant room, the groom wearing a traditional kilt.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom in a kilt hold hands and smile at each other in a formal room with wood-paneled walls and ornate chairs.
  • A groom in a dark suit signs a document at a table during a wedding ceremony, under the watchful eyes of a smiling bride and an officiant.
  • A bride in a white dress signs a document at a table, with a floral arrangement in front and two people watching her in a formal room.
  • A bride seated at a table signing a document, flanked by a groom in a kilt and two smiling women in dresses, in an elegant room with portraits hanging.
  • A smiling bride and groom signing a marriage certificate at a table in an elegant room with paintings and antique furniture.
  • A newlywed couple kissing while signing their marriage certificate at a table, with a floral bouquet in the foreground and elegant room decor.
  • A newlywed couple smiling as they walk through a crowd of clapping guests in a hall adorned with portraits.
  • A bride and groom in traditional attire smiling as they descend a grand staircase with red carpeting in an elegant interior.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom in a black suit share a joyful moment, smiling at each other indoors.
  • A couple in formal attire kissing each other on the cheek during a wedding ceremony, surrounded by smiling guests.
  • A woman in a purple dress embracing a man in a suit at a formal event, with observers in the background.
  • A bride in a white dress smiles while receiving a decorative item from a woman in a black and white dress in a hotel lobby, as two men observe.
  • A man in a kilt hugs a woman in a pink dress, both smiling, in a room with others in formal attire, some also wearing kilts.
  • A bride and groom shake hands with a guest at their wedding, the groom in a kilt and the bride in a white dress, smiling in a hallway with onlookers.
  • A bride in a white dress converses with a man in a dark suit in a hallway, as guests in varied attire observe nearby.
  • A bride and groom greet an elderly man at a wedding reception, surrounded by guests in a warmly lit hall.
  • A joyful bride and groom shaking hands with an older man in a crowded room, with guests and laughter in the background.
  • A bride and groom in formal wedding attire greet guests in a warmly lit room, showing smiles and engaged in a conversation.
  • A couple in wedding attire smiling at each other, holding champagne flutes, with the groom wearing a kilt.
  • A wedding group posing in front of a building, with the bride and groom flanked by bridesmaids in blue and groomsmen in kilts.
  • A wedding group with four women in navy dresses and five men in scottish kilts, with the couple in the middle, standing in front of a building entrance.
  • A group of family members in formal attire posing for a photo at a wedding outside a building entrance. some wear kilts; others have hats.
  • Aerial view of a bride and groom sitting on the floor, holding hands in a circular room with checkered flooring.
  • Royal College of Surgeons Hall wedding Mandy and Jon
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom in a black suit lie on a checkered floor, sharing a kiss, with the bride's dress spread around them.
  • Newlyweds sitting on a red carpeted staircase, exchanging smiles. the groom is wearing a kilt and sporran, while the bride is in a white strapless dress.
  • A bride and groom in formal attire smiling at each other in a hallway, the groom wearing a kilt and the bride in a lace gown.
  • A bride in a white gown and a groom in a kilt share an intimate moment in a dimly lit hallway with classical decor.
  • A bride and groom embracing in a hallway, the groom wearing a kilt and the bride in a lace gown, surrounded by elegant architectural details.
  • A bride and groom embracing in a hallway, the groom in a kilt and the bride in a lace dress, with warm lighting highlighting them from the front.
  • A bride and groom smiling, seated together between two classical bust sculptures in an elegant room with a checkered floor and framed artwork.
  • A bride in a white gown and a groom in a black suit seated closely together, smiling, in a classic room with marble columns and bust sculptures.
  • A bride and groom sharing a kiss, with the bride seated on the groom's lap, both dressed in formal wedding attire, in a room with elegant decor.
  • A person holding a wooden tray filled with small, open-faced tarts in a room with a red carpet.
  • Elderly man in a blue shirt sitting at a banquet table, smiling, with a champagne glass and decorative plant in front of him.
  • Elderly woman smiling at a banquet, holding a bouquet, with a man laughing in background.
  • A woman in a black dress and red scarf, smiling at a formal dining event, while another woman in a black fascinator listens intently.
  • Woman in floral dress smiling at baby in white outfit at a formal event.
  • A tall vase filled with white lilies and purple flowers on a blurred background of a banquet hall setting.
  • Postcard of birshtall abbey, kent, attached to a flower vase, in focus against a blurred background of people at an event.
  • Table marker with "york" and a white flower emblem in a glass stand, with out-of-focus guests in the background.
  • Table decoration featuring a clear drop-shaped glass with a blurred background showing a man and a "welcome to whitby" postcard.
  • Guests in formal attire dine at round tables in an elegant room with chandeliers and portraits on the walls.
  • Ornate domed skylight with intricate metal framework set in an elaborately detailed white ceiling.
  • Guests clapping for a bride and groom at a wedding reception, with a bagpiper in traditional scottish attire playing in the foreground.
  • A bagpiper in traditional scottish attire playing at a formal indoor gathering with applauding guests.
  • Bride and groom walking joyfully through a clapping crowd in a banquet hall, the groom dressed in a kilt and the bride in a white gown.
  • A bride and groom, the groom in a kilt, walking through applauding guests at their wedding reception.
  • Wedding guests clapping and smiling at the bride as she enters the room, decorated with historical portraits, at a reception.
  • A newlywed couple smiles while walking through a clapping crowd at their wedding reception, the groom in a kilt and the bride in a strapless dress.
  • A man in traditional scottish attire, including a kilt and sporran, playing the bagpipes at an indoor event, walking past an elderly woman.
  • A bagpiper in traditional scottish attire performing at a wedding reception with guests watching.
  • A bagpiper in traditional scottish attire plays at a wedding reception in an elegant room while a bride, groom, and guests watch and smile.
  • A bagpiper in traditional scottish attire playing at a wedding reception, with a smiling bride and groom seated in the background.
  • A bagpiper in traditional scottish attire playing at a wedding reception, with guests sitting around tables, observing and smiling.
  • A bagpiper in traditional scottish attire plays at a wedding reception in an ornate room while guests watch.
  • A bagpiper in traditional scottish attire playing at a formal indoor event with seated guests, some of whom are interacting warmly.
  • A bagpiper in traditional scottish attire playing for guests at a formal indoor dining event.
  • Man in kilt and tie speaking into a microphone at an event, holding a paper, with guests in the background.
  • Guests at a wedding reception, including a bride and another person smiling, seated at a table with several attendees and dining sets in a brightly lit room.
  • Man in black suit and yellow tie speaking into a microphone at a formal event, reading from a card, with blurred background.
  • A bride in a white dress smiling at a wedding reception table surrounded by guests.
  • Elderly woman laughing joyfully at a wedding reception, surrounded by guests in a decorated venue.
  • Man in kilt speaking to guests at a formal dinner event with tables set elegantly, guests engaged and dining in a brightly lit room.
  • A bride and groom laugh joyfully at a wedding reception table, surrounded by guests in a brightly lit room.
  • A woman in a white dress smiles while seated at a crowded event, with guests at tables engaging in conversations around her.
  • Bride laughing joyfully at a table during a wedding reception, with a groom next to her and guests interacting around them.
  • A man in a tuxedo giving a speech at a wedding reception, with guests seated at tables listening and smiling, in an elegant room with white lilies on the tables.
  • Man in a kilt and jacket speaking into a microphone at a wedding reception, smiling at a seated woman who is looking at him.
  • Elderly woman in a floral dress laughing joyfully at a table during a festive event with guests and a waiter in a kilt.
  • A bride speaking into a microphone at a wedding reception, with a groom and elderly woman seated nearby, in an elegant dining room.
  • A bride and groom stand at their wedding reception, engaging with seated guests in an elegant dining hall.
  • A person in a kilt and jacket smiling at a bride speaking into a microphone at a wedding reception.
  • A bride in a white dress speaking into a microphone at a wedding reception, smiling, with guests and floral decorations in the background.
  • Bride and groom standing together in a banquet hall filled with seated guests during a wedding reception, with portraits on the walls.
  • A bride and groom giving a speech at their wedding reception, surrounded by seated guests in a decorated hall.
  • A man in a black suit passes a wooden doll across a dining table to a smiling woman, as others look on in a brightly lit room.
  • A man in a formal uniform speaks into a microphone at a dinner event, addressing seated guests in a decorated room with paintings.
  • A smiling groom in a suit with a boutonniere holds a microphone, seated next to a bride in a hall filled with guests.
  • Man in formal attire speaking into a microphone while holding papers, standing in a room adorned with paintings.
  • A smiling woman in a formal setting with other guests, seated at a dinner table adorned with glasses and decor.
  • A bride and groom laugh joyously at a wedding reception table surrounded by guests in a well-lit room.
  • Men in kilts clapping at a lively indoor event with seated and standing guests, some engaged in conversation.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom in a kilt standing on a staircase in front of a large, ornate stained glass window.
  • Bride in white dress and groom in kilt standing at the bottom of a grand staircase beneath an elaborate stained glass window, inside an elegant hall.
  • A wedding cake with a same-sex couple topper on a table, with a band performing in the background on a stage.
  • Wedding cake topped with a figurine of a bride and groom sitting on a bench, with a colorful floral design on the tiers, set against a blurred background of a party.
  • A bride and groom in traditional scottish attire smiling and walking through a hall as guests applaud at their wedding reception.
  • A bride and groom in wedding attire kiss as they cut a three-tiered cake at their reception. the groom wears a kilt and the cake is decorated in bright colors.
  • A bride and groom in formal attire cutting a three-tiered, colorful wedding cake in a room with a stage and musical equipment in the background.
  • A bride and groom in a dance pose during their wedding reception; the groom is wearing a kilt, and a drummer is visible in the background.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom in a kilt share a romantic dance at their wedding reception, with a band playing in the background.
  • A bride and groom share their first dance at a wedding reception, surrounded by guests watching and taking photos. the groom wears a kilt and the bride is in a white dress.
  • A bride and groom share a dance at their wedding reception, surrounded by guests in a well-lit hall.
  • A bride and groom sharing a kiss on their wedding day, with the groom wearing a kilt and the bride in a white gown, in a room with musical equipment in the background.
  • A bride and groom smile as they participate in a dance, surrounded by guests in a well-lit hall, with traditional scottish kilts visible.
  • A group of people joyfully dancing at a formal event, with one woman in a pink polka-dot dress featured prominently in the foreground.
  • Adults enjoying a lively dance at a party in a ballroom with a wooden floor, as a band plays in the background.
  • People dancing in pairs at a lively indoor event, on a wooden floor with a band performing in the background.
  • People of various ages joyfully dancing in pairs at an indoor event with a wooden floor.
  • A young woman in a blue dress dances alone with a red ribbon at a lively party while other couples dance around her.
  • Four people of varying ages dance together in a lively ballroom, two women in colorful dresses lead their male partners, with onlookers in the background.
  • Adults dancing together at a lively event, with some couples performing dance moves while others enjoy in the background.
  • Guests enjoy dancing at a lively indoor wedding reception, with a man in a kilt and woman in a blue dress smiling and holding hands in the foreground.
  • A couple dancing joyfully at a lively indoor event while a band performs in the background and others watch.
  • A band performs at an indoor event, featuring a vocalist, guitarist, bassist, keyboardist with a laptop, and an accordion player.
  • A man playing an accordion on stage with band members in the background, including a guitarist and a drummer.
  • Two women dancing and smiling at each other in a ballroom with a live band playing in the background.
  • Two women dancing and smiling at a party, with a band performing in the background.
 

Founded in 1505, Surgeons’ Hall is officially known as the Royal College Of Surgeons Edinburgh, also known as Surgeon’s Quarter.

It contains a museum with interesting exhibits, including various surgical instruments and human tissue examples (including skulls!).

It is home to one of the world’s largest and most historic collections of surgical pathology. I’ve visited the museum with my family, and we found it fascinating.

Surgeons’ Hall in Edinburgh is a truly magical wedding venue. Its unique combination of grandeur, history, and charm makes it a joy to create stunning wedding photos.

Nestled in the city’s heart, this iconic building provides a breathtaking backdrop at every turn, from its magnificent Georgian architecture to its elegant interiors.

The venue’s exterior is a photographer’s dream. Its stately columns and intricate stonework create timeless, dramatic Surgeons’ Hall wedding photos.

Whether it’s a romantic shot of the couple framed by the grand entrance or a candid moment beneath the evening city lights, every photo infuses elegance and character.

Inside, the Surgeons’ Hall is equally enchanting.

The grand rooms, adorned with chandeliers, ornate ceilings, and period details, radiate sophistication and provide a beautiful setting for capturing intimate moments.

With its stunning skylight and rich woodwork, the Playfair Hall bathes the space in natural light, perfect for airy, glowing photos.

Meanwhile, the grand staircase offers a regal setting for unforgettable portraits.

What makes Surgeons’ Hall even more magical is its versatility. Whether a small, intimate ceremony or a large, lavish celebration, the venue’s spaces can be tailored to reflect each couple’s vision.

This allows photographers to create personalised, storytelling images that capture the essence of the day.

The vibrant energy of a wedding adds to the joy of creating Surgeons’ Hall wedding photos.

Each photo effortlessly combines the laughter of guests, the romance of the couple, and the lively atmosphere, creating a gallery that vividly tells a love story.

From its historic elegance to its photogenic charm, Surgeons’ Hall is a truly magical venue that inspires creativity and ensures couples walk away with photos as unforgettable as their wedding day.

Comprehensive coverage of Mandy and Jon’s wedding day meant an early start photographing the latter stage of the bridal party preparations before heading across to the wedding venue.

It was great to see one of my favourite pipers, Jim Nicholl, awaiting guests and piping as they entered Surgeon’s Hall.

Groom Jon looked dapper in his kilt and was in good humour as he greeted guests. Jon and Mandy were married in a beautiful Humanist ceremony officiated by Juliet Wilson.

Signing the marriage schedule officially made our newlyweds’ marriage official, and family and friends cheered as our couple celebrated with a kiss!

Surgeons' Hall wedding photos: A bride in a white dress and a groom in a black suit lie on a checkered floor, sharing a kiss, with the bride's dress spread around them.

Congratulations to Jon and Mandy. Their wedding day was wonderful, with many moments I’ll never forget. It’s been a pleasure creating your Surgeons’ Hall wedding photos!

What a great range of photos to choose from for a wedding album! It is going to look fantastic.

You might also enjoy taking a peek at Jon and Mandy’s Arthur’s Seat pre-wedding photos.

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