As Seen in Virginia Weddings Magazine: The Drama of “Call of the Highlands” Continues
Last week, we shared the first half of “Call of the Highlands,” a Scottish-inspired wedding editorial shot at the Berkeley Springs Castle. Now the second part has arrived—and it reveals an entirely different side of the Castle.
Read Part Two of “Call of the Highlands” in Virginia Weddings Magazine
The Castle After Dark
Where the first portion of the editorial explored a soft, romantic vision of Scottish heritage, Part Two turns dramatically moody. The stone walls, sweeping staircases, and portraits in the Great Hall take on a more mysterious character, making the Castle feel less like a romantic retreat and more like the setting for an old-world legend.
It is a striking reminder that a historic property does not offer just one atmosphere. The same weathered stone that feels graceful and welcoming in the morning can appear powerful, atmospheric, and almost theatrical by evening.
A Love Story Rooted in Tradition
The creative team behind the feature wanted to tell more than a story about clothing and décor. The result is a love story shaped by Scottish custom:
- The couple exchanged their vows through a traditional handfasting ceremony, an ancient Celtic wedding ritual symbolizing the joining of two lives.
- A bagpiper accompanied the ceremony, filling the mountain air with music that seemed to belong within the Castle’s stone walls.
- Authentic tartan appeared throughout the reception details, including the table runner, napkins, invitation suite, menu card, and champagne glasses.
- A stag motif became the story’s signature detail, appearing in the paper and tabletop designs as a symbol of the Highlands’ wild, romantic spirit.
The Castle itself became part of the design. Its distinctive silhouette was illustrated inside the invitation envelope, offering guests an early glimpse of the place where the celebration would unfold.
An Exceptional Place for Celebrations
The Castle has welcomed generations of guests through its doors, but opportunities to see it interpreted so thoroughly and beautifully are rare. “Call of the Highlands” is a demonstration of how a remarkable historic setting can become the central character in a celebration.
Whether you are planning a wedding, a private dinner, a photo session, or a corporate gathering, the Castle offers a setting that cannot be reproduced in a modern event hall. The romance of the stone, the soaring architecture, the sweeping views, and the sense of occasion are all part of what it means to gather here.
We are proud to share this second installment and grateful to everyone who lent their talent to the project. We hope you enjoy Part Two of “Call of the Highlands.”