Testimonials
We Love Weddings!
The Argyll and Bute Registrar’s love weddings and one of the most special things for us is to get feedback from you afterwards and to see your lovely pictures to remember the special day.
If you have been married by one of the Argyll and Bute Registrar’s we would love to hear from you, your feedback means the world to us!
We got married on 3rd of May at the Helensburgh and Lomond civic centre, the venue is stunning based at the old school house and right next to the water. Jane was our registrar and we couldn’t have asked for a better person to marry us. From when we first met her she was warm and bubbly and put our minds at ease. She was on hand to answer any questions on the lead up to our day, and always did so promptly and nothing was ever too much a bother! Jane made our day very personal to us, Thanks again for a fabulous day
Carina and Jake - May 2025
Helensburgh Registration Office
Wow - what an amazing experience we had with Argyll Bute, with Samantha being absolutely incredible. The Argyle Bute website was extremely resourceful and provided tips and background which helped us plan the ceremony and add special elements. Samantha was a star! She was on top of every detail and was calming and encouraging. Couples are extremely lucky to have her. Samantha captured our love story perfectly and added extra details which made our ceremony so special. She also included the children in the special moments which made our ceremony extra special becoming an official family. We HIGHLY recommend Argyll Bute for ceremonies and especially Samantha who made our wedding once in a lifetime for us.
Doug and Tristen - July 2025
Carrick Castle Estate
Gemma was great, we are both really happy to have had her perform the ceremony of our marriage. She was very helpful, taking all our suggestions and background, and crafting a ceremony that was exactly what we wanted. Thank you so much.
Andrew and Katie - September 2025
Portnahaven Beach Islay
Lorna, our registrar, was nothing short of amazing from our very first contact right through to our incredible wedding day. From the beginning, she made us feel completely at ease, and that care and attention carried through every step of the process.
The ceremony itself was beautifully intimate, allowing us to truly connect with the meaning behind every word and every glance. Lorna delivered it with such warmth and sincerity that it felt deeply personal to us never like just another appointment in her day.
Every detail was handled seamlessly, giving us the space to be fully present and soak in each moment. What surprised us most was just how emotional and memorable the experience became. In such a beautiful setting, Lorna created something incredibly powerful a genuine, heartfelt celebration of love without any distractions.
Our wedding was elegant, meaningful, and truly unforgettable, and we have Lorna to thank for that. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect person to guide us through such an important moment in our lives.”
Caroline and Maxine - April 2026
Crear
The most amazing day, not only in a wonderful location with the best that the Argyll and Hebridean weather can bring, but enhanced by the beautiful words and helpfulness of the Registrar, Nicky.
Adrian and Katherine - May 2025
Kiloran Bay, Colonsay
We had a really special small wedding on the Isle of Tiree with our closest family and our dog Midge! Rona our registrar conducted a wonderful ceremony and helped us to make it unique and personal to us.
Hazel and Hamish - September 2025
Isle of Tiree
We had our dream wedding on Calgary Bay earlier this year (May 2026). We fell in love with this corner of the Island when we stayed here for a season in 2023, whilst we worked at the cafe attached to the arts centre. We then got engaged back on the beach a year later and when it was time to start planning the wedding we knew there was really only one location. Andrew was brilliant from start to finish, he ensured we fully understood the process and was always happy to answer any questions we had. When we met him at the Tobermory office, we felt instantly relaxed. Andrew helped us to create a really personal, special ceremony and we were really lucky that the sun shone for us on the beach that day. A time we'll never forget and many thanks to Andrew for all his help in making it happen.
Nicola and Lee - May 2026
Calgary Bay Isle of Mull
Absolutely delighted to have Melanie play such an important role in our big day. From start to finish Melanie showed us nothing but care, love, excitement and professionalism - she made us both feel at ease despite how much I was shaking! And even handed off a much needed tissue, ever so subtly at the alter! A big thank you to Lorna too for answering all of our questions in the run up and to both of you for your shared joy in our marriage! We’re so happy you married us!!!
Eppie and Iain - Feb 2026
Crear
The day was fabulous from start to finish what a fabulous job Linsay did On our wedding day, we can’t thank you Linsay enough
I also like to say, she also did a fabulous job working up to the wedding she did everything I asked and more what a fabulous experience
Karen and Daniel - October 2024
Campbeltown Registration Office
We were married at Crispie Estate, and Stephanie was absolutely fantastic as our registrar. From the moment the ceremony began, everything felt calm, relaxed, and completely seamless thanks to her reassuring presence.
She guided us and our wedding party so naturally through each part of the ceremony, from the readings and signing to the handling of our cords, it all flowed beautifully. Her warmth and professionalism made the ceremony feel personal and effortless, and we couldn’t have asked for a lovelier person to lead such a special moment in our day.
Layla and Stuart - Sept 2025
Crispie Lodge, Kilfinan
We had a great informal and relaxed wedding ceremony with Alan. Just what we were after. We asked for two witnesses as we had told no one and wanted our marriage to be a surprise for family and friends. Alan organised the witnesses and helped me with the required paperwork before the day. I contacted Mairi online and met her for a cuppa before the wedding to discuss ideas etc. She is a lovely lady and puts you at ease as soon as you meet her. Our special day was just as we wanted, we were relaxed and laughing from the moment we arrived.
I would highly recommend this venue and of course Alan and Mairi.
Michael and Eileen - Feb 2026
Oban Registration Office
We cannot thank Elaine enough for the wonderful role she played in our wedding.
Her warmth, care, and calm presence made our day feel so special and memorable. From our first meeting, to the big day, she created a relaxed and happy atmosphere, guiding us through everything with kindness and care.
We are so grateful for the thought and attention she brought to our ceremony, making one of the most important moments of our lives feel truly personal and meaningful. Her professionalism and experience made us feel completely safe to sit back and soak in every minute of our special day.
Grace and Nathan - May 2026
Helensburgh Marriage Room
We had a fabulous day and ceremony which Linda beautifully prepared. The whole experience leading up to the day, before the day and during the day was exceptionally managed by Linda. She made the whole day very special for us by making us the centre of attention.
All the paperwork before was easily managed and a breeze.
Linda conducted the ceremony with the utmost care and attention which left us wishing for nothing.
Our wedding day was very special and one we will never forget.
Great day. Great people and seamlessly managed.
Gary and Jacqueline - March 2025
Woodside Lochgoilhead
We can’t thank our Registrar (Catherine Dods) and our local photographer (LJF photography) enough for ensuring our special day was perfect.
After deciding we wanted to get married at Tralee Bay just outside Oban, the whole process was seamless.
From the first point of looking at the Argyle and Bute website to communication with the Registrars. The website was so informative and provided us with lots of useful ideas to consider what type of ceremony we wanted.
After booking our date, Catherine was great, linking in advance, checking what exactly we wanted and arranging to see us the day before to process the necessary paperwork.
On our big day her delivery was professional yet friendly and spoken with meaning. Just what we were looking for. A lovely thoughtful gesture was Catherine and Iona (who was assisting Catherine and read out a beautiful Poem for us) writing our names in a love heart on the sand just before we arrived on the beach.
We feel lucky to have been able to get married in such a beautiful part of the world and we would not hesitate in recommending everyone who supported us to make it happen.
Sharon and Ian - May 2025
Tralee Bay Beach, Benderloch
'Was the most fabulous day we could have wished for Julie and Nicola made our day so special. Very approachable,friendly and professional ..we cant thank them enough'
Andrew and Lisa - May 2026
Campbeltown Office
We had our dream elopement on Machir Bay beach - thank you so much to Mandy for a short and sweet ceremony. The team made everything easy for us in terms of organisation and logistics since we don't live on Islay.
Mandy made us feel at ease and helped us write our vows and even offered us a table to sign our papers on the beach.
Would absolutely recommend getting married on Islay to anyone. A stunning island with wonderful people.
James and Rhona -April 2026
Machir Bay Islay
