Established in 2020 as a way to support small independent local businesses and creatives as well as my elopers, The Elopement Society is a secret collaboration.

Made to help romantic renegades to plan and design their perfect elopement or small-scale wedding in and around Edinburgh and along our beautiful East Coast.

I help couples to design their celebration days by sharing my local knowledge and over a decade of wedding photography experience. Whether it’s the classic gothic city centre spots, secluded gardens, country woodlands, castle ruins, beautiful beaches, victorian harbour towns or a great wee bookstore, we’ll build a day that helps to tell your story.

I can hook you up with all the suppliers you need and help to figure out the timeline for the day as well as provide my photography.

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Edinburgh Elopement Packages

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Edinburgh City Elopement Packages

From bookstores to secret gardens, open green spaces to quiet opulence, Edinburgh is blessed with insanely beautiful architecture flanked by both country and coast.

edinburgh elopement packages
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Scottish Coastal Elopement Packages

The perfect place for romantic runaways, East Lothian is the most idyllic location for coastal, harbour town, castle ruin or woodland wedding seekers. And we know the best spots.

scottish coastal elopement packages
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Woman in white off-shoulder dress and glasses holding a bouquet of flowers, smiling in front of a weathered wooden door.
A group of people celebrating a wedding on a cobblestone street, with a woman in a white wedding dress and another woman holding a bouquet of flowers talking to each other, while two friends stand in the background laughing.
A bride and groom share a kiss outdoors at sunset, with the bride holding a bouquet of flowers and wearing a veil, while the groom is dressed in a dark suit.
A bride and groom kissing outdoors on a grassy hill with an old stone monument and cityscape with historic buildings in the background.
People sitting at a dining table with drinks and flowers, smiling and laughing during a celebration or gathering.
Black and white photo of a couple embracing outdoors, one in wedding dress and the other in suit, near water with a castle in the background.
A rustic wooden window frame with greenery and a bouquet of flowers on the windowsill, surrounded by vine leaves and plants.
A white wedding dress hanging on a hanger outside a house with a black wooden porch and a carved deer skull mounted above the doorway under a pitched roof. There is a chimney with an antenna on top, and other rooftops and trees are visible in the bac
A bride and groom standing inside a heart-shaped wreath made of twigs outdoors near a stream, with greenery in the background.
A bride and groom exchange wedding vows during a ceremony outdoors, with a woman in the background smiling.
A woman with dark hair and a man with glasses and a beard embrace lovingly outdoors. The woman rests her head on the man's chest, with her eyes closed and her hand on his chest, showing an engagement ring. The woman is also wearing a pearl necklace a
A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet standing next to a groom in a green jacket, plaid kilt, and green socks on a rocky beach with the ocean and a large rock formation in the background on a clear day.
A couple in vintage clothing stands close together in a field, with a ruined castle in the background, captured in black and white.
Two women exchanging vows at a beach wedding, with another woman holding a book or folder, and the ocean and rock formation in the background.
A couple in formal attire embracing in a forest of tall, leafless trees.
A wedding photo of a couple on the rocks by the ocean with a clear blue sky, the man in a green suit and the woman in a white off-shoulder gown holding a bouquet of flowers.
A man sitting on a bench in a garden talking to a woman standing nearby, with a small garden shed and surrounded by lush green foliage.
A couple touches foreheads, smiling, outdoors, with greenery in the background. The man has long hair, a beard, glasses, and is wearing a navy blazer with a boutonniere. The woman has wavy blonde hair and is wearing a light-colored blouse.
A man and woman sitting on orange chairs in a stylish room with ornate white walls, surrounded by framed pictures and artwork, with a small table holding a cake in front of them.
A smiling couple walking outdoors in a garden, the man in a navy blazer and white pants holding a wine glass, and the woman in a white dress with a bouquet of flowers, both wearing sunglasses.
A couple in vintage wedding attire standing in front of a green garage door, looking at each other, with cobblestone pavement beneath them.
A couple dressed in wedding attire sharing a kiss in front of a modern concrete architectural background.
Double exposure black and white photo of two men in suits standing outdoors in a field of tall grass or reeds.
A black and white photo of a man and woman sitting together in a bar, drinking from pint glasses. The woman has long dark hair and is wearing an off-shoulder dress, while the man has short dark hair, is wearing a suit, and is looking at the camera. B
A couple standing on a dock with a harbour of boats behind them, holding an umbrella in rainy weather.
Bride and groom standing closely together on a stone walkway under a covered archway, with the bride in a white wedding dress and the groom in a blue suit, facing each other with their foreheads touching.
A bride and groom exchanging rings during a wedding ceremony in an outdoor setting, with an officiant smiling in the middle.
A woman in a wedding dress and veil smiling, with her hand near her face, standing in front of bookshelves.
A woman and man dancing outdoors during sunset with greenery and a large bushy tree in the background.
A couple dressed in wedding attire, holding hands and facing each other, standing outdoors near an ancient stone ruin with a scenic view of a river and city in the background.
A bride and groom holding hands and smiling while walking outside on a city street, with black iron fences and stone buildings in the background.
A couple holding hands during a wedding ceremony in front of a historic building, officiant reading from a book.
A bride and groom share a kiss on a cobblestone street in a city with tall buildings and colorful bunting overhead.
A bride and groom holding hands in front of a historic building with a hilltop monument in the background.
Blurred silhouette of couple in a cafe with a view of a Gothic-style church spire in the distance, framed by a brick wall and a street lamp.
Two men in suits are standing close together, touching foreheads in an intimate moment, under a wooden gazebo with intricate carving details.
A bride and a young boy are sharing a kiss under a large stone archway between two tall columns on a cloudy day.
A couple leaning their foreheads together in a park with trees, a fountain, and a castle in the background.
A couple in wedding attire stands embrace with trees without leaves in the background.
A couple dressed in vintage or wedding attire sharing an intimate moment outdoors in front of a lush green ivy-covered wall with a window.
A young woman with red hair and glasses adjusting her white lace dress, wearing a colorful floral headband, in a bright indoor space.
A close-up black-and-white photo of a couple about to kiss, dressed in formal attire, with the woman wearing a hat and a small flower boutonniere.
A bride and groom standing close together in a garden surrounded by yellow and purple flowers, sharing an intimate moment.
A couple kissing outdoors, holding hands, with a stone wall and green ivy in the background.
A couple standing on a grassy cliff edge with a clear blue sky and some clouds above them.
A woman with long wavy hair in a floral dress is applying lipstick in front of a mirror with a wooden frame. There is a lamp and a vase of flowers on a table nearby.
Two women sharing a kiss, with one woman holding the other's face gently, both with brown hair. One woman has a flower boutonniere.
A bride and groom walking on a sandy beach, with the ocean and a large rock formation in the background. The bride holds a bouquet, and both are dressed in formal wedding attire.
View of the ocean with a small island in the distance, a lighthouse on a rocky outcrop, a sandy beach, and a partly cloudy sky, with greenery and a fence in the foreground.
A person holding a large, elaborate floral bouquet with white roses, baby's breath, and other mixed flowers, standing in front of a rustic wooden fence.
A man and woman dressed in vintage clothing smiling at each other on steps in front of a black door with the number 2, surrounded by potted plants and flowers.
A light blue vintage Volkswagen Beetle parked on a dirt road beside green bushes and an open field under a clear blue sky.
A couple with closed eyes and wrapped in a blanket, embracing closely at the beach.
A couple dressed in wedding attire, standing on rocky terrain outdoors with cliffs and cloudy sky in the background, with a double exposure effect.
A woman in a long white dress and a man in a dark suit standing side by side against a stone wall.
A double exposure photograph of a bride and groom kissing, with a brick wall and greenery in the background.
A reflection of a wedding ceremony with a bride and groom, and two other people, one woman and one man, with the woman holding a bouquet of flowers.
A woman in a striped light-colored suit with a floral boutonniere, wearing a wide-brimmed hat, standing outdoors against a brick wall with green bushes and plants.
People celebrating at a dinner table with a cake, glasses of wine, and a lit candle in a dimly lit, elegant restaurant. One person is taking a photo while others are engaged in conversation.
A couple dressed in wedding attire stands closely outdoors in front of an old stone building and greenery, with Edinburgh Castle visible on a hill in the background.
A black and white photo of a couple standing in front of a storefront, with the woman holding a bouquet of flowers. They are dressed formally, and the man is wearing sneakers. The storefront has the word 'hello' written vertically.
A women in a wedding dress looks at herself in a mirror with three women around her, all smiling and holding head coverings, in a beautifully decorated room.
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the first rule of 

the elopement society?

F*ck the rules.

We’re the wedding industry renegades. The Tastemakers. The ideas folks.

We’re here to shake up the industry and question some of the traditions and messages, in our wee way.

We’re for the couples who want to get wed their own way. We’re here to turn your celebration day into a great date. We’re here to create celebration days which have you feeling like a local, a home from home to return to whenever you wish.

The laws on marriage are different in Scotland to other parts of the UK. Here a licensed celebrant can legally marry you pretty much anywhere at any time of the day.

Our aim is to guide you to the best independent local small businesses, brands and creatives who all have strong sustainability policy and integrity, quality, personality and equality at their hearts.

We want the process to be part of the fun, for you to enjoy the doing of things instead of getting lost in the internet ether with no idea aside from tiktoks of what to expect or where actually is good.

We’re proud to be part of the REBEL LOVE DIRECTORY JUNEBUG WEDDINGS and LOVE MY DRESS DIRECTORY plus SCOTTISH WEDDING UNCONVENTION DIRECTORY

incoming→ → ALTERNATIVE LOVE☼™

“Can’t thank Solen, Andrea and all our suppliers enough for making our wedding so special. We’re so happy this company exists, they truly make magic!”
— Kira & Jared
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What’s included (all/any of the following):

  • Me as your photographer for up to 4.5 hrs on the day and your choice of any or all of the following:

  • A wonderful celebrant will officiate your day

  • Those all important wedding flowers delivered to you or your ceremony space

  • A delicious cake delivered to you

  • Recommendations for spaces to host your ceremony and any meal & celebrations

  • Local wine merchant delivery

  • Stunning accommodation options (see below for a bit more about those)

  • Local hairdresser and bridal makeup recommendations

  • Any other suppliers you’d like to include (eg, caterers, musicians, video)

Wedding & Elopement Pricing

edinburgh hourly elopement & wedding coverage
edinburgh elopement packages
half day weddings & elopements pricing
full day scottish weddings pricing
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incoming→ → ALTERNATIVE LOVE☼™

Edinburgh Elopement Society

for romantic renegades, laidback lovers and the camera shy

Grab my full Edinburgh and East Lothian elopement design assistance & photography 2026 brochure:

Edinburgh Elopements

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Designing Local Neighbourhood Elopements in Edinburgh for International Couples
Designing Local Neighbourhood Elopements in Edinburgh for International Couples

This business specialises in helping US and international couples plan destination elopements in Edinburgh. We plan neighbourhood days that feel like simple local luxury, featuring the best local independent brands as your suppliers. Feel like a local taking your witnesses on a date in your favourite local hotspots.

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Edinburgh Elopement photographer : Kenny & Logan, Botanical Gardens
Edinburgh Elopement photographer : Kenny & Logan, Botanical Gardens

Kenny & Logan’s wee wedding ceremony day features in the current issue of Tie the Knot Scotland. I photographed the day and helped hook them up with some suppliers and suggested some of their celebration trip spots.

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elopement = rebellious act of marrying in secret

Got questions on how to elope in Scotland? Check out our growing list of FAQs…

FAQs
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  • A couple sharing a kiss during their wedding, with the woman wearing a floral headpiece and a white wedding dress, and the man in a light-colored suit with a floral tie.

    Wedding Photography

    More detailed general intel for couples planning weddings in Edinburgh, East Lothian and across Scotland.

    WEDDING DAY

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    Edinburgh Elopement Packages

    Head here to see the full service packages I can offer to elopers, alongside my supplier pals from The Elopement Society…ssssh, it’s a secret.

    EDINBURGH ELOPEMENT PACKAGES

  • A woman holding a large bouquet of flowers on a beach, with two other people nearby and the ocean in the background.

    Scottish Coastal Elopement Package

    Something unique and off-the-beaten track for quiet lovers looking for secluded and simple celebrations by the sea - harbour towns, castle ruins, beaches, woodland and more on offer for your ceremony day.

    SCOTTISH COASTAL ELOPEMENT PACKAGE

  • A close-up of a couple standing very close, with foreheads touching and eyes closed, outdoors in a grassy area, sharing an intimate moment.

    35mm Weddings & Elopements

    I offer hybrid packages for all my wedding and elopement coverage, this is a link to a little more about my film photography.

    WEDDINGS ON 35mm FILM

  • Two women standing in front of a bookshelf, one wearing a wedding dress and the other in a dark suit, during a wedding ceremony at a library or bookstore.

    Elopement Planning

    Established in 2020 as a way to support small independent local businesses and creatives as well as my elopers, The Elopement Society is a secret collaboration…Edinburgh and East Lothian elopement packages.

    EDINBURGH ELOPEMENT PACKAGES

  • A bride and groom walking together in a park surrounded by tall evergreen trees and shrubs.

    Edinburgh & East Lothian Venues

    Creative wedding and elopement spaces I love photographing in and around Edinburgh & East Lothian. Options include my favourite outdoor venues and historic spaces alongside local small independent neighbourhood venues.

    VENUE GUIDE

  • A group of women, including a bride in a white dress with black polka dots, and five bridesmaids in matching gold dresses, are standing outdoors surrounded by green trees. They are smiling, holding bouquets of flowers, and celebrating, with one woman tossing a piece of fabric or cloth into the air.

    Wedding Photo Guides

    What to expect from working with me. I’ve made a 3 part gallery blog showing the before, during and afters of full day wedding coverage to explain my process and how work is delivered.

    PHOTO GUIDES

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    For International Elopers

    For all out of town elopers, this page is dedicated to you, with links to useful logistical intel and info on how I can help to plan a full elopement (or tiny wedding) for you in and around Edinburgh with the best local suppliers.

    ELOPE TO SCOTLAND

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    Elopement FAQs

    Eloping in Scotland is different to anywhere else in the UK, this page has some useful intel and info links about how to begin planning your day and where/when & who can legally officiate.

    ELOPEMENT FAQs

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    Wedding & Elopement photo portfolio

    More wedding and elopement photography, a mix of digital and 35mm/medium format film shots

    WEDDING PORTFOLIO

Unique Edinburgh & Scottish East Coast Elopement Experiences

For romantic renegades, laidback lovers and the camera shy