FAQs

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How do I get to Thirlestane?

Answer

There are many ways to get to Thirlestane. The simplest way is to drive from where you land while remembering that in the UK they drive on the left. Also, if you are arriving to EDI, we are planning coach hire to transport guests in one or two trips from Edinburgh down to Lauder. The drive is less than an hour from the airport. Additionally, you are welcome to utilize the local bus systems and we will do our best to meet you at your arrival point.

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What meals will be provided?

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Most accommodations will offer a bed and breakfast rate standard or will provide a picnic basket of groceries for your use. We will be hosting a welcome party for dinner on Friday night, and the "Wedding Breakfast" (Dinner) to celebrate our first meal as a married couple. We are also hosting a brunch the day after the ceremony before departures. Likely the only meal you will need to plan for other than snacks is lunch before the ceremony.

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Is there a firm dress code?

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While we would like the day of the ceremony to be more formal, please feel free to dress to impress. It's not every day you rent a castle. Be as bold as you dare. Wear a fascinator to the Garden Party! Opt for the velvet!

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What will the weather be like?

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While it will be the middle of the summer in Scotland, often the weather does not exceed 80 degrees and sits in the 60s throughout the day. We recommend packing for spring weather in the US. Also remember that the sun will be up late that far north so the temperature will not drop substantially.

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Do you recommend any restaurants in Edinburgh?

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The Kitchin (Michelin), Restaurant Martin Wishart (Michelin), The Ivy on the Square, The Witchery, Ondine, The Lookout, BABA, Dishoom, Wedgewood the Restaurant, L'Escargot Bleu Restaurant. For more information, check out the linked itinerary on the travel page!

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What should we eat around the castle?

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The Black Bull, Flat Cat, The Spotty Dog, Main Street Trading, The Blue Coo Bistrot at The Buccleuch Arms, The Hoebridge, Burts, Provender. For more information, check out the linked itinerary on the travel page!