AN IRVINE hotel is celebrating being named the best wedding venue in Scotland.

The Gailes Hotel in Marine Drive was was named ‘Wedding Venue of the Year’ at the recent Confetti Awards.

But the prestigious award wasn't the only trophy that owners SimpsInns took home after their Sales and Events team also landed the ‘Wedding Planning Team of the Year’.

In a glittering awards ceremony at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glasgow, the SimpsInns team celebrated into the night after their double win.

Janette Mitchell, SimpsInns Sales and Revenue Manager said: “It was a sensational night and great recognition for all the hard work and effort the team put in to make sure every wedding with us is a magical occasion for all our couples.

“The awards are extra special because part of the submissions included input and endorsements from brides and grooms who got married with us.

“Since winning we have a received a flood of well wishes and congratulations and in many ways it is reassuring to know we provide an excellent service for all brides and grooms at great venues here in the heart of Ayrshire.”

The company's special night began when SimpsInns was named ‘Wedding Planning Team of the Year’ after seeing off some stiff competition and was soon followed by The Gailes Hotel being named Wedding Venue of the Year.

The Gailes Hotel hosts more than 100 weddings per year.