Edinburgh: Handfasting Ceremony
ID: GYG1168752-1790687
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
45 min.
Description
Experience a symbolic handfasting ceremony in Edinburgh. Learn about the ancient meanings of the ritual and make your own simple vows if you wish.
Step into Scottish tradition with a symbolic handfasting ritual, a timeless ceremony where tartan ribbons bind two hands and two hearts.
Meet your traditional Scottish celebrant who will guide you through the ancient meanings of the ritual, share the Celtic traditions of love and unity, and invite you to make your own simple vows if you wish.
This short ceremony is non-legal and suitable for symbolic commitments, engagements, anniversaries, and vow renewals. It is a heartfelt cultural experience blending history, landscape, and love into a moment you’ll remember for a lifetime.
Locations in and around Edinburgh, or by arrangement in the Trossachs, or in the heart of the Highlands.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Scottish tradition with a symbolic handfasting ritual
- Learn about the ancient meanings of the ritual from a Scottish celebrant
- Make your own simple vows if you wish during this non-legal ceremony
- Receive a keepsake certificate of handfasting to remember the experience
- Locations in Edinburgh, or by arrangement in the heart of the Highlands
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The ceremony is non-legal and suitable for symbolic commitments, engagements, anniversaries, and vow renewals.
Weather in Scotland can be changeable. Please consider appropriate clothing and footwear.
INCLUDED
- A short symbolic handfasting ritual
- Tartan ribbons for binding
- Keepsake certificate of handfasting
- Photos permitted throughout
NOT INCLUDED
- If you would like us to arrange a photographer or piper for the ceremony, these can be arranged at additional cost.
- If you would like to use a specific indoor venue, this may incur an additional cost.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
