Quiraing Elopement Guide:
What You Need to Know
Why have a Quiraing elopement?
Imagine exchanging vows in a breathtaking setting where jagged cliffs and rolling hills meet the sky. The Quiraing on the Isle of Skye offers all this and more, making it the ultimate destination for eloping couples looking for a combination of natural beauty and solitude. Its dramatic landscapes provide an unforgettable backdrop, ensuring your special day is as unique as your love story. Discover our favourite spots below to learn more about the enchanting Quiraing.
Quiraing Elopement Locations
We live 25-minutes from the Quiraing on the Isle of Skye, so you may call us biased but it is undoubtedly one of the best elopement locations in Scotland. Its magical scenery will make you feel like you’re an extra in the Lord of the Rings or Outlander. Despite the Quiraing being one of the most popular locations on Skye for visitors, the fantastic thing about having a Quiraing elopement, is that there are many choices for where to hold your elopement ceremony and where to have your photographs taken, and we can find spots where you will have privacy.
Hey, we are Oli and Steph! We’re Quiraing elopement photographers, videographers and planning experts. We plan, photograph and film elopements on the Isle of Skye, and the surrounding areas, so you have local experts on your team. Come along on our journey and uncover the best hikes and photography spots the Isle of Skye has to offer!
THE UPPER QUIRAING
1. The Upper Quiraing is one of our most popular locations, and with good reason! The views are stunning, and it’s only a 5-10 minute walk from the parking lot.
As it is so close to the parking area, we only recommend choosing this spot at sunrise or closer to sunset. It is far too busy to have a ceremony at this location in the middle of the day. We also do not recommend this location for a ceremony with family, but you can certainly come here for photographs before your ceremony.
The Upper Quiraing in different seasons
THE LOWER QUIRAING
2. The Lower Quiraing provides an enchanting backdrop for your ceremony. With incredible views in all directions and away from the crowds of the Upper Quiraing, it’s the ideal location for those who don’t want a sunrise ceremony.
This is our top choice for ceremonies with guests as it is an accessible location and is safer for children, as there are no cliffs. It takes 10-15 minutes to reach a ceremony spot and has a small amount of uphill. There is limited parking which means you’re unlikely to be disturbed by any passers-by.
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The Lower Quiraing in different seasons
THE NEEDLE AND TABLE
3. The Needle, a 120-foot pinnacle and the grassy Table are way up amongst the cliffs of the Quiraing.
This is one of our favourite locations, but it requires a long hike, and the route up is steep and off-path. If you are a confident hiker, this is an incredible location. Away from the tourist path, we usually have this location to ourselves. In total the hike takes around 6-7 hours with time to stop for photograph, a picnic, and your ceremony. In case of bad weather, we wouldn’t recommend this location as it can be too windy and you’ll get too wet. You’ll feel like you’re in Lord of the Rings if you choose this spot.
We only recommend this location for two-person elopements as it is too challenging for guests. Ideally we start at sunrise to capture photogprahs at the Upper Quiraing before continuing to the Needle
The Needle and Table in different seasons
THE TROTTERNISH RIDGE HIKE
The Trotternish Ridge Hike in Quiraing is a breathtaking trek through some of the most beautiful and dramatic scenery on the Isle of Skye. This trail follows the edge of towering cliffs, offering panoramic views of the rugged coastline, rolling hills, and distant lochs. It’s a must-see route for those looking for both adventure and the tranquil beauty of nature.
Perfect for sunrise and sunset shoots.
The Trotternish Ridge Hike in different seasons
“From the moment we stepped out of the car, were greeted by Oli and Steph, and saw the breathtaking view of The Quiraing we didn’t doubt our decision. We would do it all over again without hesitation or question.”
EMILY AND SCOTT
When’s the best season for your Quiraing elopement?
No matter the season, the Quiraing offers an unforgettable backdrop for your elopement. Each season brings unique beauty and challenges and so there is really no bad choice.
“it’s really just difficult to put into words how special Oli and Steph have been during the whole process from planning, to being such a big part of our big day, to all of the finished images, album and video they delivered to us afterwards. They really are a full service team and we couldn’t have had a more positive experience.”
JOCELYN AND GARY
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Frequently asked questions about Quiraing elopements
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We hope that this information about Quiraing elopements has helped give you some ideas.
We’re Oli and Steph Prince. We live 25 minutes from the Quiraing and are Isle of Skye elopement planners, photographers and videographers! If you’re ready to talk more about eloping, then get in touch, and we can chat about your perfect Quiraing elopement experience.
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