Runaway Marriages at Gretna Green

Following the 1754 Marriage Act, Gretna Green soon became a haven for fleeing couples who married wherever they could find two witnesses to make their ceremony legal. At the Blacksmith’s Shop the canny Blacksmith soon downed his tools and took up the role of ‘Blacksmith Priest’. For nearly 200 years the Blacksmith's at Gretna Green continued to marry couples over the now famous Marriage Anvil.

The Saddlery Room (Accommodates up to 35 guests)

Located adjacent the magnificent Coach Museum, displaying horse drawn carriages and within the World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop, the Saddlery Room offers a traditional wedding venue for runaway couples.

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