log cabin ravensheugh

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log cabin ravensheugh, east lothian?

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Here’s my complete guide to getting married at Log Cabin Ravensheugh, Dunbar, East Lothian

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The details:

  • log cabin is a small wooden traditional Canadian cabin, built on the cliff edge in 1960s by the earl of haddington for his canadian wife, with a short walk through the trees down to the beach

  • the cabin is on a large patch of grassy land, ideal for larger events with a marquee (up to around 150 guests, depending on marquee/stretch tent capacity)

  • log cabin (comfy for up to around 40 guests seated inside for smaller events, up to 80 standing) has a big log fire

  • fresh water onsite but no power

  • small kitchen space in cabin but not suitable for large-scale catering

  • stunning sea views over the forth and the bass rock, right over to fife on a clear day

  • DIY, outdoor, laidback party vibes in the heart of John Muir country

Weddings at Log Cabin Ravensheugh FAQs

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What services do Log Cabin Ravensheugh offer for weddings?

Log Cabin Ravensheugh hire includes cabin, exclusive use of the land around the cabin, space for guests to camp. Picnic style benches and tables inside the cabin for up to 40 guests.

Cabin is accessible but the grassy land is quite uneven.

There’s no power but there is clean running water. The cabin has a small kitchen area with gas powered cooker/stove.

Lots of firewood for the log fireplace is also included.


What price is a wedding at the Log Cabin Ravensheugh?

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This varies greatly as log cabin ravensheugh offers different pricing for hire depending on time of year, if you are booking the full weekend (required for marquee/stretch tent events) or just having a small event in the log cabin itself.

Ballpark price for a wedding at log cabin ravensheugh of £4000 for weekend hire in the summer.

Hire price doesn’t include marquee/staffing/catering/power/tables and tableware etc.


Is there accommodation for wedding guests at Log Cabin Ravensheugh?

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There is space for guests to camp if they chose to. Not far from Dunbar and a bit further along the coast in the opposite direction is North Berwick. Lots of hotels, hostels, self catering and eco cabins in the area. Also within walking distance of Harvest Moon self catering wood cabins.

There’s a toilet block on the site (and one in the cabin itself).


Is there parking onsite at Log Cabin Ravensheugh for guests?

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Yes, there’s an onsite car park by the camping area. Couples get keys to the gates for weekend hires and will responsible for guests parking on the site.


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Is confetti allowed at The Log Cabin Ravensheugh?

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Yes, as long as it is biodegradable natural confetti. Plastic and glitter confetti are not allowed.


Sample wedding menu for Log Cabin Ravensheugh?

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There’s no restrictions to who you book for catering on-site. For larger events, you’ll need catering and bar services, table and glassware and to hire in tables, chairs, PA, power generators (often catering can arrange this), staffing and lighting for evening.

For small events solely in the cabin you could manage food and drink and service however you like. Street food trucks with a generator, seafood platters and cake, buffet or picnic style service, a BBQ or spit roast…whatever works for your event.

Not sure where to begin? Aside from 12 years of photography wedding and elopement work, I’ve also been helping couples to design elopements and small weddings (for up to around 20-30 guests) and could hook you up with all the best local independent suppliers for food, wine, beer and cocktails, entertainment and decor etc etc…See my design work info here.

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I’ve shot all over Scotland and beyond but specialise in Edinburgh and East Lothian weddings and elopements. I love little weddings.

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Log Cabin Ravensheugh, Dunbar

A 1960s traditional canadian style wood cabin on the cliffside by Dunbar, with breathtaking sea views.

 

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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It was an absolute JOY having you as part of our day.

Thank you so much for the potato banter and the million times you had to tell me how to hold my dress!”  

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