Renowned worldwide, the celebrated Blacksmiths shop at Gretna Hall is perhaps Gretna's best known venue. Many places in and around the small village of Gretna Green can lay claim to being marriage venues, but Gretna Hall was the first official stop in Scotland for traveling stagecoaches and private carriages which made it the first choice for a “Blacksmith’s Wedding”, a hastily performed ceremony according to the Laws of Scotland.

Built in 1710, Gretna Hall has hosted countless thousands of marriages, over hundreds of years. Today there are three marriage rooms contained within the blacksmith's cobbled courtyard; The Workshop, Cottage and Linton suite. The gardens at Gretna Hall are extensive and provide an ideal backdrop for photographs, featuring a purpose built pond, Gazebo, kissing gate and 'Gretna Green' sign alongside the large lawns and woodland.

There are 3 rooms in which you can marry, all contained within the historic Blacksmiths Coutryard:

Blacksmiths Workshop

The Blacksmiths Workshop is the largest of Gretna Halls three marriage rooms and is ideally suited for larger wedding parties. The Workshop is steeped in the history and traditions of Gretna Green and hosts Gretna Halls marriage records dating back to the 1700's. The workshop has capacity for up to 60 guests. Through a side door, the workshop leads on directly into The Bridal Chamber.

Blacksmiths Cottage

The Blacksmiths Cottage is a warm and intimate setting preferred for smaller wedding parties. The cottage is arranged with an entrance vestibule leading into the main room and then a signing area to the left where couples retire to sign the marriage schedule. Ideal for parties of up to 15 people, the unique atmosphere of the cottage perfectly compliments the romance and history of the building.

The Linton Suite

Named after John Linton, Gretna Halls famous Wedding Blacksmith of the 1800’s, the room contains various items from his dedicated marriage room in Gretna Hall, of note; his signing table which now houses his original register. By signing your legal documents at his table you become part of 200 years of history, tradition and romance. The room can accommodate up to 20 people.