Sarah & Lee’s Luxury Scottish Wedding at The Woodlands Hotel, Broughty Ferry
Some wedding days feel alive from the very first moment—filled with sunshine, music, and pure joy. Sarah & Lee’s luxury Scottish wedding at The Woodlands Hotel in Broughty Ferry, Dundee was exactly that. With soaring temperatures, breathtaking light, and a celebration built around live music, their day was the perfect blend of elegance and energy.
For couples dreaming of a destination wedding in Scotland that feels both personal and vibrant, this day offered endless inspiration.
A Sunshine-Filled Start to the Day
The Woodlands Hotel made the ideal setting for a warm, relaxed morning. The unusually hot Scottish weather filled every room with golden light, setting the stage for a truly unforgettable celebration. As a wedding content creator working across Angus and Dundee, I couldn’t have asked for more perfect conditions—bright, clear, and cinematic.
Sarah and Lee spent the morning surrounded by their favourite people, the excitement building with every moment.
A Ceremony Filled With Emotion and Live Music
From the moment guests arrived, it was clear that music was the heartbeat of this wedding. Acoustic performances welcomed everyone, creating a joyful, soulful atmosphere.
When Sarah walked down the aisle, the music rose and the entire room felt carried by the moment. Their vows were heartfelt and emotional, made even more powerful with the soundtrack of live performers who played throughout the ceremony.
This focus on live music set the tone for the entire day—personal, expressive, and deeply meaningful.
Summer Celebrations in the Dundee Sunshine
The outdoor spaces at The Woodlands Hotel were bathed in brilliant sunshine, giving the afternoon a destination-wedding feel. Guests mingled on the terrace, sipping drinks, enjoying the heatwave, and listening to more live music as the celebrations continued.
These candid, joy-filled moments—laughs, clinking glasses, dancing to acoustic sets—made for incredible reels and behind-the-scenes clips. It was the kind of afternoon that feels straight out of a summer wedding film.
Couple Portraits: Hotel Gardens & Broughty Ferry Beach
Sarah & Lee’s portraits took place both on-site and along the shoreline of Broughty Ferry Beach, giving their gallery a beautiful mix of elegance and seaside romance.
At The Woodlands Hotel
The lush greenery, dancing light, and charming grounds created soft, romantic backdrops for their first portraits as newlyweds.
At Broughty Ferry Beach
The beach was glowing—bright blue sky, shimmering water, and warm sand that made it feel like a Mediterranean moment tucked right inside Dundee.
We captured:
relaxed, natural movement shots
sun-drenched portraits with sea and sky
laughter-filled candid moments along the shoreline
For couples wanting a destination wedding feel without leaving Scotland, this location was perfection.
An Evening Reception That Felt Like a Private Concert
As the sun set, the celebrations moved indoors—though the energy certainly didn’t. The evening felt like a live show built around their favourite sounds, with incredible performances that brought everyone to the dancefloor.
Their first dance had the atmosphere of a music video—emotional vocals, warm lighting, and the two of them completely absorbed in the moment. When the band began their set, the room exploded with movement, dancing, and celebrations that lasted late into the night.
A Scottish Destination Wedding Filled With Heart
What made Sarah & Lee’s day truly unforgettable was how authentically them it felt. Their love for music shaped every moment, from the ceremony to the final dance. Combined with the blazing sunshine, the coastal portraits, and the beautiful surroundings of Broughty Ferry, their wedding had all the ingredients of a luxury Scottish wedding with a destination feel.
As a wedding content creator based in Angus, specialising in wedding content creation in Dundee, it was a joy to capture their day—every note, every smile, and every sun-soaked second.