The grandeur, the romance, the history… be royalty for a day! Check out some of the best castle wedding venues in Scotland
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Crossbasket Castle
Amongst acres of picturesque woodland is the breathtaking Crossbasket Castle, a South Lanarkshire wedding venue renowned for its grandeur, an impressive location for your fairytale wedding.
This historic castle (which was rescued from ruins 13 years ago) is steeped in traditional Scottish history, featuring enchanting architecture such as the 16th century Lindsay Tower Suite – a unique four-storey space made for intimate weddings, or as a special place to spend your wedding night.
For incredible views of the River Calder, consider the Roosevelt Grand Hall.
Experience a wedding menu that’s overseen by chef Michel Roux Jnr before dancing the night away with your guests; let them enjoy a night in one of nine stunning guest bedrooms, each with original antique furniture.
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Dalhousie Castle
Dalhousie Castle in Midlothian is Scotland’s oldest inhabited castle, complete with towers, turrets and a moat.
This imposing venue is set on an 11-acre parkland estate alongside the River Esk, offering countryside relaxation only eight miles from the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh.
With a dedicated events team, you can personalise your celebration to suit your vision and have your day, your way.
Experience an unforgettable fairytale ceremony, an impeccable wedding menu and five-star service – you can even have your rings delivered by their resident owls!
Have your happily ever after at this beautiful and historic venue.
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Blairquhan Castle
An exquisitely romantic Ayrshire wedding venue, Blairquhan Castle is beautiful inside and out.
From stately exteriors to elegant yet modern interiors, a wedding day at Blairquhan promises to feel sophisticated and luxurious.
You can hold your ceremony outside in the flower garden, or inside in the castle’s beautifully decorated saloon, seating up to 90 guests.
There are four stunning function suites within the castle accommodating up to 100 for your wedding breakfast and 120 for evening reception.
The castle itself offers 15 luxurious bedrooms for guest accommodation, including eight self-catering cottages on the estate for larger wedding parties.
For more information email events@blairquhan.co.uk
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Cluny Castle
Set amongst over 200 acres of beautiful, landscaped parkland in the tranquil Aberdeenshire countryside is Cluny Castle, a most majestic wedding venue fit for royalty and completely secluded for your special day.
Dating back to the 14th century, this enchanting mansion remains a much-loved family home and offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich heritage, stunning architecture and manicured grounds that this outstanding property has to offer.
With its own private chapel, beautiful gardens, comfortable accommodation and incredible hospitality – this magnificent location will make you fall in love all over again.
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Achnagairn Castle
Nestled on a private, five-star estate in the Scottish Highlands is the imposing Achnagairn Castle, an exclusive use and luxurious venue near Inverness.
From intimate to grand, this fantastic venue can accommodate your wedding day vision in their flexible event spaces, featuring one of Scotland’s most renowned ballroom’s. With exclusive use, you will have the estate to yourself during your wedding celebrations, including space for up to 138 guests in their luxury on-site accommodation.
For regal beauty, historic romance and unforgettable memories, Achnagairn Castle is the place to be for the most special weekend of your life.
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Fyvie Castle
Located near Turriff in rural Aberdeenshire is the opulent Fyvie Castle, a charming wedding venue that’s steeped in myth, legend and folklore.
The castle can host weddings of up to 110 guests and has self-catering accommodation for 16 people.
Within its grounds, the picturesque lake and vibrant walled garden add to its glory, offering the perfect backdrop for your wedding photographs.
Cared for by the National Trust for Scotland, Fyvie Castle is maintained by the charity to preserve its heritage, with all income generated from weddings put back into the venue’s care.
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Barnbougle Castle
Combine the romantic and dramatic at the spectacular 13th century Barnbougle Castle, an incredible coastal wedding venue set amongst 2000 acres of private parkland on the Dalmeny Estate.
From stately to secluded, you can select the space that’s right for you and your guests.
The castle hosts up to 200 guests, with a 60ft long Banqueting Hall, Minstrel’s Gallery and grand Scottish library. The tower commands sweeping views of the Firth of Forth, with the terrace overlooking a private access beach.
Barnbougle Castle is a true example of Scottish history and is an impressive location to host your special day.
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Craigard at Carrick Castle
Newlyweds Sophie and David loved having their very own castle for the weekend (Photo: Chloe Jane Wedding Photography)
With panoramic views overlooking Loch Goil in a truly secluded estate, immerse yourself in the romance and intimacy that the incredible Craigard at Carrick Castle Estate has to offer.
From DIY to all-inclusive, you will find something to suit your vision and needs at this beautiful venue.
Take a trip to a nearby waterfall in a chauffeur-driven vintage Land Rover Defender, explore the private gardens or relax in an outdoor hot tub with a glass of bubbly in laidback luxury!
Whether you choose their rustic barn or the intimate Craigard, this venue is an impressive and unique location to host your wedding.
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Fingask Castle
Say your vows in the captivating and historic Fingask Castle, a 16th century castle in Rait, Perth that exudes uniqueness and charm.
With self-catering accommodation for up to 70 guests in the estate’s cottages, exclusive use of the venue and a selection of spaces to host your wedding for up to 250 guests – this castle and its grounds are perfect for your wedding celebrations.
You will also be spoiled for choice when it comes to your wedding photographs, with their renowned gardens offering topiary, statues and stone geometry – a most stunning backdrop to your images.
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Auchen Castle
Auchen Castle
For when you've found that special person in life – the one that you want to hold on to – there’s Auchen Castle, the original Scottish fairytale castle.
Hidden away in the Moffat hills, in the heart of Rabbie Burns country, gilded staircases and enchanting gardens await you at this unique wedding venue. Once you step inside, you'll appreciate why Auchen Castle is so special.
Gather all the people you hold dear to celebrate your love in the most enchanting way, or say an "I do" just for two, and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.
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Melville Castle
Discover Melville Castle, an enchanting fairytale wedding venue, perfect for those intimate elopements to an extravagant, exclusive-use wedding.
Whether you're planning an extravagant castle wedding or a secret elopement just for two, capture memories in this magical location.
Enchanting ballrooms, manicured gardens, a contemporary marquee and luxury rooms all come together to create the perfect backdrop for any celebration.
Whatever your fairytale castle wedding dreams, the team at Melville Castle are on hand to help you plan your special day and would love to hear from you.
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Crathes Castle
Crathes Castle in Banchory, Royal Deeside, features an iconic tower house, world-famous walled garden and a beautiful event space in The Horsemill for your special day.
Dunnottar Castle
The romantic Dunnottar Castle sits atop a 160ft rock, with the North Sea as your backdrop. It doesn't get much better!
Glenapp Castle
A spectacular wedding venue in Ayrshire, Glenapp Castle is pure luxury - a five-star, award-winning venue with bags of style and charm.
Gordon Castle
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In the Morayshire countryside sits Gordon Castle, where you’ll find all of the grandeur of a historic castle together with the sumptuousness and comfort of the most exclusive city hotel.
Kilmartin Castle
Kilmartin Castle in Argyll and Bute is a lovingly restored 16th century castle, perfectly situated amongst unspoilt countryside.
Winton Castle
Winton Castle, set in the rolling green countryside of East Lothian, feels like something straight out of the pages of a storybook.
Brodie Castle
Located just outside Forres in Moray is the historic Brodie Castle, a beautiful venue surrounded by parkland, well known for its impressive interiors and world-famous art collection.
Culzean Castle
Castles are often depicted as hidden deep in the forest, but Culzean Castle has been making a splash down on the Ayrshire coast for over 200 years now.
Duns Castle
Berwickshire’s Duns Castle has a fascinating and complex heritage with the oldest part of the house, the Pele Tower, dating back to 1320.
Cornhill Castle
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The Balmoral honeymoon suite at Biggar’s Cornhill Castle is a showstopper. Spread across three floors of a turret, it boasts a hot tub and sauna.
Drumtochty Castle
Aberdeenshire’s Drumtochty Castle has cosy, sumptuous interiors that’ll give your big day a homely feel whilst still capturing the wow factor with the grand exterior.
Tullibole Castle
Tullibole Castle in Kinross offers couples exclusive-use of the venue and grounds to host a really amazing wedding day.
Wedderburn Castle & Barns
Allow Weddernburn Castle in Duns to host your perfect day, with beautiful grounds, sumptuous interiors and a fantastic events team to help make it happen.
Barony Castle
Dating back to the 16th century, Barony Castle is hidden amongst the Peebles woodlands and is an imposing, traditional wedding venue with a range of event spaces to choose from.
Blair Castle
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Want a venue steeped in history? Head to Blair Atholl in one of the most scenic parts of Perthshire where you’ll find Blair Castle, a venue that began life during the medieval period.
Shieldhill Castle
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Hidden away in rural South Lanarkshire, Shieldhill Castle began life all the way back in 1199. Now, its a magical wedding venue that can be exclusively yours for the day.
Dundas Castle
Dundas Castle is a five-star castle in South Queensferry, complete with an Auld Keep and magnificent Great Hall, with vaulted ceiling and original brickwork.
Borthwick Castle
The top floor of Borthwick Castle near Edinburgh is ideal for an intimate ceremony for up to 85 guests, after which the party can get underway in the wonderfully atmospheric Great Hall.
Lews Castle
Overlooking Stornoway harbour on the Isle of Lewis, Lews Castle is the most picturesque place to hold your dream wedding.
Neidpath Castle
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An atmospheric, unique wedding venue, Neidpath Castle is set in the unspoilt countryside in Peebles, overlooking the valley of the river Tweed.
Eilean Donan Castle
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Looking for a really unique castle wedding venue in Scotland? Look no further than world-famous Eilean Donan Castle, by Kyle of Lochalsh.
Fenton Tower
Fenton Tower in East Lothian is great for large or small weddings, and marquees can be erected in the grounds for more space.
Drum Castle
Set amid an ancient oak forest in Royal Deeside, Drum Castle is an incredible place, with a medieval tower, a fine Jacobean mansion house and opulent Victorian interiors.
Melville Castle
Walk in the footsteps of past Kings and Queens at the stately Melville Castle in Edinburgh, a location steeped in Scottish history and set within a 54-acre estate of beautiful parkland.
Kinnettles Castle
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Set in Forfar, Kinnettles Castle is exclusive-use only; charming and secluded, it provides a fairytale location for your special day.
Forter Castle
The perfect location for an intimate Highland wedding, Forter Castle can accommodate up to 24 guests. The castle sits in a picturesque spot in Perthshire.
