Wedding suppliers in Fife

Planning a wedding in Fife

Bounded by the Firth of Forth to the south and the Firth of Tay to the north, Fife is a peninsula with a strong identity. St Andrews, with its ancient university, cathedral ruins and famous links, draws couples from around the world, while the fishing villages of the East Neuk offer harbours and pastel cottages that photograph beautifully. In the west, Dunfermline Abbey reflects the town's royal history.

Ceremony freedom

Marrying in Scotland gives couples more choice of location. Religious and belief ceremonies, including humanist weddings, can be held almost anywhere, outdoors included, so a beach or clifftop ceremony along the Fife Coastal Path is a real possibility. Speak to the local registrar about the details and the notice you need to give.

Venue styles

Fife has country house hotels, farm and barn venues, coastal settings, historic buildings in St Andrews and town hotels in Kirkcaldy and Dunfermline. Golf-related venues are part of the scene around St Andrews.

Getting guests there

Fife is easy to reach from Edinburgh across the Forth bridges, and Edinburgh Airport is close to the southern edge of the county. The M90 runs north through the west of Fife, and rail lines serve Dunfermline, Kirkcaldy, Cupar and Leuchars, the nearest station to St Andrews. The East Neuk is less connected, so plan transport if your venue is there.

Plan ahead for

• Major golf tournaments and university graduation weeks in St Andrews, which fill hotels quickly.
• Coastal wind, even on sunny days; ask about sheltered spots for drinks.
• Booking popular summer weekends well ahead, or considering Fridays and shoulder seasons.

Prices vary with the day of the week and season, so compare a few of the local suppliers listed above.