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beautiful grounds, and the gorgeous foliage around the exposed beams gives that lovely outside inside feel,” explains Amy.

When you get married in Scotland you really are spoilt for choice. Couples from overseas are drawn by the spectacular scenery to elope here. And Hartree Estates near Biggar in the Scottish Borders boasts such an idyllic setting it’s no wonder so many of their to-be-weds opt for an outdoor wedding. “You have exclusiveuse of the 30-acre estate so the grounds are entirely yours to explore,” says events manager Amy Martin. “We have lakes, woodlands, formal gardens with stunning water features and beautiful stone courtyards. We even have our very own wishing well.”

While the tipis are wonderful in their own right, the lawns and gardens make for a pretty stunning backdrop to your vows. “Outdoor ceremonies are something we do really well,” says Amy. “We have beautiful oak bentwood chairs that we bring outside and refectory style tables for signing your register. Our staff bring drinks and food platters to you so if you’re outside we simply come and find you!” or outdoor ceremony up until the very day,” assures Amy. “We have ample staff and can move everything in or out if needed. This is very important to make sure the flow of the day is seamless, from ceremony to dinner and dancing.”

If outdoor vows aren’t possible, the tipis are a picture-perfect alternative.

“We have more than enough space for 120 guests for an indoor ceremony with twinkling fairy lights, stunning foliage and roaring fires,” says Amy.

Into the night

Hartree Estates specialises in tipi weddings; perfect for couples with an eye for a boho or festival-style celebration, and the three giant bespoke on-site tipis with their double oak doors and wooden floors create a really rustic vibe. “Our bespoke tipis with their floor to ceiling windows give you panoramic views of the

Let the games begin!

The flexibility at Hartree Estates means you can create a totally bespoke wedding. “Garden games are superfun,” says Amy. “We’ve had everything from giant jenga to cricket and croquet out on the lawns. We’ve had bell tents and tipple trucks, cocktail hours and gin pop-ups. We are not a fast and furious wedding venue with strict rules. It’s relaxed and at your pace. You have the whole weekend so you can really take time and enjoy every moment with friends and family.”

Whatever the weather Obviously in Scotland we can never guarantee sunshine but at Hartree it’s bound to be magical, wherever you end up saying ‘I do’. “You can decide on whether it’s going to be an indoor

If the weather does stay fine though and you’re determined to celebrate outside, you’ll love gathering round the outdoor firepits. Amy says, “We keep the fires well-stocked throughout the day and night so you can listen to music, watch the sun go down, star gaze and toast marshmallows. It’s just magic.” You could even finish the night with a sparkler send off!

Weekend wedding

You know you’ve been to a fabulous wedding when you’re not quite ready to leave and at Hartree you can keep the fun going. There are three houses on the estate; the Penthouse, White House and Hartree Lodge, and lots of parties stay on the Sunday night. Amy suggests enjoying some downtime in the peaceful grounds, exploring the wildlife and walks with friends and family. She can even book out the local pub for a Sunday roast! What a fantastic way to finish your wedding weekend! hartree-estates.co.uk

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“We had an absolute ball from beginning to end, it was such a huge success. We cannot thank you enough for your hard work in bringing our ideas and day to life! Everything went so smoothly, and all the guests said how wonderful the venue and staff were!”

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