Few wedding venues anywhere in the world carry the symbolic weight, visual impact, and sense of place of Edinburgh Castle. Set high above the city on Castle Rock, it offers a setting that feels both monumental and deeply rooted in Scotland’s national story. A wedding here is unmistakably Edinburgh, unmistakably Scotland, and entirely memorable, combining historic grandeur with breath-taking views across the city and beyond.

The castle’s interior event spaces balance formality with warmth. Rooms such as the regimental halls are defined by high ceilings, historic artefacts, and a strong sense of ceremony, yet they remain welcoming rather than austere. From a photographic perspective, these spaces offer clean architectural lines, rich textures, and controlled lighting that lend themselves to elegant, composed imagery. The scale of the rooms allows moments to unfold naturally, without guests feeling compressed or disconnected.

What truly sets Edinburgh Castle apart is its relationship with the city around it. Stepping outside reveals panoramic views over Edinburgh’s rooftops, the Old Town, and the distant landscape beyond. These elevated vantage points create extraordinary opportunities for portraits that feel expansive and iconic, grounding the couple within the wider story of the city. Even brief moments outdoors can produce images that are instantly recognisable and impossible to replicate elsewhere.

Despite its international profile, weddings at Edinburgh Castle are carefully managed and feel surprisingly contained. The structure and professionalism of the venue ensure that ceremonies and receptions run smoothly and to time, which creates a calm framework for the day. This allows me, as a photographer, to work discreetly and attentively, focusing on genuine interactions rather than logistics or interruption.



Having photographed weddings at Edinburgh Castle, I understand both its opportunities and its constraints. It is a venue that rewards preparation, sensitivity to light, and an awareness of space and timing. My approach as Lee Live: Wedding Photographer is to honour the scale and significance of the setting while keeping the focus firmly on the people at its centre, creating a wedding story that feels personal, grounded, and worthy of such an extraordinary backdrop.