Conic Hill
A short, sharp climb at Balmaha rewarded with one of the best loch views in Scotland. Allow two hours.
Together with their families
request the pleasure of your company at the marriage of
Alfie & Lorna
Friday · the fifteenth of May · two thousand and twenty-six
Ceremony at two o'clock in the afternoon
Fruin Farm · Glen Fruin · Loch Lomond · Scotland
After what feels like a long road, we're getting married in the Scottish hills — and we'd love nothing more than to have you there. Below you'll find everything you need to plan the day with us: travel, where to stay, the order of the day, what to wear, and a place to RSVP.
45
minutes from Glasgow
2:00
pm ceremony
till midnight
ceilidh & dancing
1 Mar
RSVP by 2026
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The Day
Order of celebrations
Here's how Saturday will unfold. Times are approximate — please arrive a little before the ceremony so we can begin on time.
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1:30 pm
Guests arriveWelcome drinks on the lawn — please be seated by 1:55 pm.
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2:00 pm
The ceremonyHeld in the farm's flower-lined barn. About thirty minutes.
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2:45 pm
Drinks & photographsCanapés, fizz, and group photos in the meadow.
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4:30 pm
Wedding breakfastThree Scottish-inspired courses, served in the long barn.
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7:00 pm
Speeches & cakeTears, laughter, possibly both at once.
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8:00 pm
First dance & eveningLive ceilidh band, then DJ until late.
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12:00 am
CarriagesThe coach back to Glasgow leaves promptly at midnight.
The Venue
Fruin Farm
A working farm tucked into Glen Fruin, just west of Loch Lomond. Wide skies, ancient woodland, and red squirrels in the trees. We fell for it the moment we drove down the long farm track.
A working farm in Glen Fruin
The farm has been in the same family for generations. The barn is dressed with seasonal wildflowers, lit by hundreds of candles and strung with festoon lights as the evening draws in.
Nearby you'll find Loch Lomond, the Trossachs, and some of the prettiest walks in Scotland.
Glen Fruin · Helensburgh · G84 9EE
Ceremony
Held in the long barn, dressed with eucalyptus, hydrangea and Scottish wildflowers.
Reception
Family-style supper served in the candle-lit barn. Local produce, Scottish cheeses, and far too much cake.
Outdoor space
Open meadow, fire pit, and a view across to the hills. Bring a layer for the evening.
Useful info
Local taxis & places to stay
Glen Fruin is rural and the venue is up a long farm track — pre-booking a taxi and a place to stay is what'll make the day stress-free. The blocks below are placeholders for the couple to fill in with verified local recommendations before invitations go out.
Local taxis
Pre-book your return run in advance. Apps like Uber and Bolt aren't reliable this far out of Glasgow.
[ Local taxi firm — name ]
Short description of the firm and the area they cover.
Phone: TBC
[ Second taxi firm — name ]
Useful if you're staying on the eastern side of the loch.
Phone: TBC
[ Garelochhead / closest pickup ]
Closest pickup point to Fruin Farm — best for the late-evening run.
Phone: TBC
Couple to confirm names & numbers with venue before invitations go out.
Where to stay
Closest to the venue
[ Hotel / inn — name ]
Closest accommodation to Fruin Farm — ideal if you'd rather not deal with a long taxi back at midnight.
Website: TBC
Treat yourself
[ Lochside hotel — name ]
Higher-end option with restaurant and spa for guests making a weekend of it.
Website: TBC
Mid-range
[ Mid-range hotel — name ]
Comfortable, friendly hotel within easy taxi distance of the venue.
Website: TBC
Easy on the wallet
[ Pub with rooms / B&B — name ]
Honest, clean rooms — the budget-friendly option close to the venue.
Website: TBC
For groups
Self-catering cottages
Lovely Airbnbs and cottages around Loch Lomond if you'd like to stay together as a group.
More options
Wider area search
If the above are full, search Helensburgh, Garelochhead, Luss, Arrochar and Balloch for more rooms within easy reach of the venue.
Getting to the venue
All distances and journey times below are approximate. Each card has a live Google Maps directions link — tap it for current traffic, public transport options and turn-by-turn directions to the postcode G84 9EE.
By air
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
~30 miles · ~50 minutes by car
The closest international airport to the venue. Hire car desk on arrival, or pre-book a taxi (~£60–80). No direct public transport route — taxi is the practical option.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
~75 miles · ~1 h 35 min by car
More long-haul connections than Glasgow. Hire car or transfer via Glasgow Queen Street train + Helensburgh Central + taxi (~3 h total).
Glasgow Prestwick (PIK)
~60 miles · ~1 h 20 min by car
Smaller airport south of Glasgow — Ryanair routes from European cities. Hire car recommended.
By train
Helensburgh Central
~5 miles · ~12 min by taxi from station
The closest mainline station. Direct trains from Glasgow Queen Street (~50 min) and Edinburgh (via Queen Street, ~2 h). Pre-book a taxi to the venue — Helensburgh-based firms cover Glen Fruin.
Garelochhead
~3 miles · ~8 min by taxi from station
Smaller station even closer to Glen Fruin. Fewer trains but a shorter taxi from the station — handy for the late-night run home if you've stayed locally.
From Glasgow Queen St
~50 minutes by train + ~12 min taxi
Trains to Helensburgh Central run roughly every 30 minutes during the day. Buy in advance for the best fares.
By car / road
From Glasgow city
~30 miles · ~45 min
A82 north along the loch, then A814 toward Helensburgh, then up the B832 into Glen Fruin. The farm track is signposted from the road. Free parking on site.
From Edinburgh
~80 miles · ~1 h 40 min
M9 → M876 → A82 north along Loch Lomond. Allow extra time on Friday afternoons.
From the south (M6/M74)
From Manchester ~225 mi · ~4 h
From London ~410 mi · ~7 h
M6 north → M74 → M73/M80 around Glasgow → A82 along Loch Lomond. Stop at Luss for a leg-stretch and one of the best loch views in Scotland.
Parking & satnav
Free on-site parking on the meadow. Cars can be left overnight if you'd prefer not to drive after the celebrations.
Postcode for satnav: G84 9EE
What3words: (couple to add)
Other ways
Bus / coach
Citylink coaches run from Glasgow Buchanan St toward Loch Lomond and Inveraray. Alight at Garelochhead or Arrochar & Tarbet and pre-book a taxi the rest of the way.
Private coach (TBC)
Couple may arrange a private coach from central Glasgow with a midnight return — please note this on your RSVP if of interest, and we'll confirm details closer to the day.
Cycle / e-bike
The lochside National Cycle Route 7 passes within ~5 miles of the venue. Beautiful in good weather, but allow plenty of time and bring a change for the ceremony.
Live travel updates
Friday traffic out of Glasgow can be slow — check live conditions before you set off.
Note on Google API: the directions links above use the public Google Maps URL format — they open in real Google Maps with current traffic data, no API key required. Embedding live drive-time numbers on the page itself would need a paid Distance Matrix API key, which we've avoided for this static site.
While you're here
Make a weekend of it
Loch Lomond is one of our favourite places in the world. If you've travelled a long way, here's what we'd point you towards.
Loch cruise
Hop on a steamer from Tarbet or Balloch. Perfect for a slow morning before the wedding.
Luss village
Picture-postcard cottages, a tiny kirk, and a pebble beach. Tea-rooms galore.
Glengoyne distillery
An hour's tour and tasting at Scotland's most beautiful distillery. Book ahead.
Inchcailloch island
A tiny, wooded island reached by a five-minute ferry from Balmaha. Wild garlic, bluebells, woodpeckers.
The Trossachs
Just east of the loch — quieter, wilder, and home to red deer, ospreys and pine martens.
Did you know
Curiosities of Loch Lomond
A few things about the place that make it more than just a pretty backdrop.
Wallabies on Inchconnachan
One of the small wooded islands in Loch Lomond is home to a colony of wild wallabies — descendants of a handful released by Lady Arran Colquhoun in the 1940s. They've been hopping around in the bracken ever since.
Britain's largest body of fresh water
Loch Lomond is the largest lake in mainland Britain by surface area — over 27 square miles, dotted with around 30 islands. You can see a handful of them from Conic Hill on a clear day.
The Highland Boundary Fault
The fault line that separates the Scottish Highlands from the Lowlands runs straight through Loch Lomond — you can literally walk from one geological world into another on Conic Hill.
The capercaillie still calls here
The Argyll forests around Glen Fruin are one of the last strongholds of the capercaillie, the giant grouse whose courtship "song" sounds like a cork popping followed by sharpening knives.
Rob Roy country
The eastern shore of the loch is the heart of Rob Roy MacGregor's old stomping ground — the cave where he reputedly hid from the redcoats is still there, just north of Inversnaid.
Scotland's first National Park
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs was designated Scotland's first National Park in 2002 — 720 square miles of mountains, glens, lochs and forest, with the venue tucked right inside it.
Moments
A few of our favourites
Photographs from our adventures so far. We'll keep adding to it as the day approaches.
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Drop your photos into the /images folder and update index.html to swap in the real shots.
What to wear
Dress code
Black tie optional. Think garden-party meets Highland barn — comfortable, considered, and ready to dance.
Our colours
Forest green, sage, blush, peach, soft gold and cream. Take inspiration if it helps — but please wear what you love.
Tartan welcome
Kilts, sashes, ties, scarves — wear your clan tartan with pride. If you don't have one, the Scottish Register of Tartans is a fun rabbit hole.
A few notes
- The ceremony is indoors but the drinks reception spills outside — bring a wrap or jacket for the evening.
- It's a working farm — heels can sink into grass, so consider a flat or block heel.
- Tartan is welcome, encouraged, celebrated.
- Please avoid full white or ivory.
Kindly Reply
RSVP
We can't wait to celebrate with you. Please reply by 1 March 2026.
Questions
Frequently asked
If we've missed anything, please drop us a line.
Can I bring a plus-one?
Plus-ones have been included on a guest-by-guest basis. Your invitation will say if you've been allocated one.
Can I bring my children?
We adore your kids — but we've kept the celebration mostly grown-ups-only. Children of immediate family are warmly welcome; otherwise please consider it a date night.
What time should I arrive?
Please aim to arrive between 1:30 pm and 1:55 pm so we can begin the ceremony promptly at 2:00 pm.
Will the day be indoors or outdoors?
The ceremony and dinner are indoors. Drinks and photographs will be outside, weather permitting — bring a layer!
Is there parking?
Yes, free parking is available on the farm. Cars can be left overnight if you'd prefer not to drive after the celebration.
What's the dress code?
Black tie optional, garden-party-meets-barn. Tartan welcome. Please save full white/ivory for the bride.
Can I take photos?
During the ceremony we'd love you to be fully present — no phones or cameras please. Snap as many as you like once we're out of the barn.
How do I let you know about dietary needs?
Please add anything we should know to the dietary field on your RSVP. We'll be in touch closer to the day if we need any more detail.
Gifts
Our registry
Your presence is the only present we need. If you'd like to mark the day with a gift, we're putting it all towards our honeymoon — somewhere with hopefully a few fewer raindrops than Scotland.
Contribution links will be added closer to the day.