Edinburgh is all about hearty hospitality, making its pubs the perfect setting for weddings that are relaxed and impressive. Say “I do” in a cosy pub tucked just off the Royal Mile or host a reception in a traditional inn with views of Arthur’s Seat. With real ales, warming whiskies, and that unmistakable Scottish spirit, your guests will feel right at home in these pub wedding venues. Scroll down and find the Edinburgh pub that will turn your big day into the kind of love story worth toasting.
Booking costs of pub wedding venues average £30 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:
| From £20 | to £38 | per person |
| From £400 | to £1650 | minimum spend per event |
| From £150 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
Entire Venue at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar
in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue’s central location made it very easy for everyone to find.’
Ollie's at Ollie's Private Event Space
in New Town - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Fabulous venue in an excellent location.well stocked bar. Loved the intimate nature of it.’
Devil's Cut at Angel's Share Hotel
in New Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘A number of guests noted that the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Thank you for hosting us!’
You'll find pub wedding venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Edinburgh, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 65 and 100 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller pub wedding venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of August 2026:
Mezzanine at Little Picardy, rated 5/5 - lounge for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘We would definitely hire this venue again if we were looking to host a small event.’
Raised Area at Chanter Edinburgh, rated 5/5 - event space for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Clean, spacious and very helpful staff...’
Private Bar at Everyman Edinburgh, rated 4.6/5 - bar for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘The space suited our purposes really well. The food was nice, the drinks were excellent.’
Page last updated in August 2026
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