17 of the best castle wedding venues in Scotland

Blairquhan Castle is a historic wedding venue located in Maybole, South Ayrshire. It’s less than an hour’s drive from Glasgow, and less than two hours’ drive from Edinburgh.

Blairquhan Castle has room for up to 100 guests for a sit-down meal, plus an additional 20 evening guests. It operates as an exclusive-use wedding venue, meaning the castle and its immediate surroundings are reserved solely for you and your guests on your wedding day.

Blairquhan Castle offers four main function suites – the Large and Small Drawing Rooms, Dining Room and Library – each elegantly decorated for wedding use. The central Saloon atrium, with its 60-foot ceiling and large sash windows, provides a bright, spacious setting well suited to hosting wedding ceremonies.

Blairquhan Estate offers extensive on-site accommodation, allowing up to 76 guests to stay overnight and make a full weekend of the celebrations.

The castle itself features 15 elegant bedrooms sleeping up to 30 guests, while eight self-catering cottages across the estate provide a further 23 bedrooms for an additional 46 guests.

Blairquhan Castle offers two wedding packages:

• A standard wedding package – designed for larger weddings with over 55 guests,
• An intimate wedding package – designed for smaller weddings with less than 55 guests. 

Both wedding packages include some key wedding supplier services to help make wedding planning easier for our couples, such as a wedding cake, floral arrangements, a photographer, and a DJ on the wedding day. 

If you have your own preferred wedding suppliers rather than using Blairquhan’s packaged suppliers, the venue will take out the supplier charges in its wedding package, only charging you the exclusive use fee for venue hire and catering cost.

The castle works with an exclusive catering partner that provides seasonal menus using fresh local produce. All dietary requirements can be catered for.

Atholl Palace Hotel is located in Pitlochry, Perthshire, Scotland, PH16 5LX.

Atholl Palace Hotel can welcome up to 250 wedding guests. Exclusive use can be offered, subject to availability, minimum spend requirements and specific event circumstances.

• The Corrie Room – perfect for intimate weddings, elopements and private dining celebrations for up to 20 guests.
• The Bow Lounge – the original ballroom of the hotel, ideal for weddings from 20 guests upwards. It can accommodate ceremonies for up to 180 guests and wedding breakfasts/evening receptions for up to 80 guests.
• The Atholl Suite – a purpose-built circular event space with its own private bar, kitchen and bathroom facilities. The suite can accommodate up to 400 guests for ceremonies, 250 guests for the wedding breakfast and 300 guests for the evening reception.

Yes – Atholl Palace offers extensive on-site accommodation including:

• 118 hotel bedrooms
• 13 self-catering lodges
• 8 manor house bedrooms

It also offers a 15% discount on accommodation to all guests when you book your wedding there. 

Wedding packages range from approximately £125 to £160 per person and can include:

• Selection of canapés
• Prosecco toast drink
• Prosecco and/or beer for the drinks reception
• Both red and white wine per guest during the wedding breakfast
• Evening finger buffet
• Dedicated wedding coordinator throughout planning and on the wedding day
• Complimentary overnight stay in our turret suite for the wedding couple
• Cake stand and knife
• Candles and candelabras
• Linen and napkins
• Crockery, cutlery and glassware
• Red carpet arrival

Room hire pricing for exclusive full-day use:

• Corrie Room – from £250
• Bow Lounge – from £650
• Atholl Suite – from £1,500

Reduced room hire pricing may be available when booking multiple event spaces.

All catering is provided in-house by Atholl Palace Hotel. Its chefs can cater to a wide range of cuisines and can accommodate all dietary requirements, allergies and special requests.

Just over an hour from Glasgow and around 90 minutes from Edinburgh, Auchen Castle combines a rural Dumfries and Galloway setting with convenient access for travelling guests.

Set within 34 acres of grounds near Moffat, the castle offers ceremony and reception spaces, on-site accommodation and flexible wedding packages for celebrations of all sizes.

Auchen Castle offers a variety of wedding spaces to suit celebrations of all sizes. Couples can choose from elegant indoor ceremony rooms filled with character and period charm, or make the most of the grounds for memorable outdoor photographs. The castle's function suites can accommodate both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, while exclusive use allows you and your guests to enjoy the entire venue in complete privacy.

Popular locations include the grand staircase, historic interiors, landscaped gardens, and picturesque Lochlan and woodland surroundings, all of which can be used as backdrops for both ceremonies and wedding photography.

Auchen Castle offers both exclusive-use and non-exclusive wedding options, giving couples the flexibility to choose a celebration that suits their plans and guest numbers. Exclusive use provides private access to the castle, grounds and wedding facilities, while non-exclusive hire offers a more flexible approach without compromising on the setting.

The venue can accommodate up to 110 guests for ceremonies and wedding breakfasts, and up to 150 guests for evening receptions.

Auchen Castle offers on-site accommodation, allowing couples and guests to make the most of their wedding celebrations in the Dumfries and Galloway countryside. The castle features 26 ensuite bedrooms, including four bridal suites, providing plenty of space for family and friends to stay together before and after the big day.

From getting ready on the morning of your wedding to enjoying breakfast with loved ones the next day, staying on-site allows everyone to relax and enjoy the experience without the need to travel elsewhere. The rooms offer a comfortable and convenient stay, helping turn your wedding into a memorable weekend celebration.

Auchen Castle offers a selection of carefully curated wedding packages, designed to suit everything from romantic elopements to fully inclusive castle celebrations. Couples also have the flexibility to create a bespoke wedding experience.

• All Taken Care Of - from £16,595

Leave every detail to their experienced team – from a traditional Scottish piper and bespoke wedding cake to a professional make-up artist and evening DJ, they’ll ensure your wedding day is seamless and unforgettable from beginning to end.

• Petite Package – from £6,945

Ideal for intimate weddings that are small yet beautifully formed. Celebrate your fairytale wedding within the stunning surroundings of Auchen Castle and its grounds, while enjoying the support of our trusted suppliers who will help bring your vision to life.

• Enchanting Elopement – from £3,045

Elopement weddings at Auchen Castle are truly special, allowing you to relax and enjoy a romantic celebration for two. Exchange your vows in one of its elegant stately rooms or the castle's charming turret before retiring to the Honeymoon Suite for your wedding night.

• Go bespoke

For couples looking for greater flexibility, it also offers venue hire options combined with a choice of food and drink packages, allowing you to create a wedding day tailored entirely to your style, preferences, and guest numbers.

Auchen Castle provides in-house wedding catering, with menus designed to suit everything from intimate elopements to larger castle celebrations. Using quality ingredients and seasonal produce where possible, the culinary team works closely with couples to create a dining experience that reflects the style of their day.

Couples can choose from a range of food and drink packages, including canapés, wedding breakfasts, drinks receptions and evening buffets. Bespoke menu options are also available for those looking to personalise their celebration. The team is happy to accommodate dietary requirements and allergies, ensuring every guest is well catered for throughout the day.

Conveniently located just 15 minutes from Edinburgh International Airport and only seven miles from Edinburgh city centre, Barnbougle Castle is easily accessible while offering a quiet, peaceful setting.      

Barnbougle Castle is a private, exclusive-use venue located within a gated estate. While it is not open for public tours, it is available to hire for weddings, events and special occasions.

Barnbougle Castle houses two large event spaces – The Scottish Library and Banqueting Hall – with a maximum of 140 seated guests and 200 for evening receptions. Groups of up to 450 can also be accommodated with the option of a marquee wedding in the gardens.

• Ceremony

Host a ceremony in the Scottish Library, surrounded by over 10,000 historic books and offering commanding views of the sea, and exchange vows surrounded by family, friends and centuries of history.

• Drinks reception

Following your ceremony, invite guests to enjoy a drink on the castle terrace, where panoramic views of the coastline, private beach and surrounding woodland offer a stunning backdrop for your photographs. 

• Evening reception

Wedding receptions at Barnbougle are equally impressive, whether hosted in the Banqueting Hall or a marquee on the lawn. The 60ft barrel-vaulted Banqueting Hall features a Minstrel’s Gallery and outstanding views, while the incredible scenery of the gardens offers an unmatched setting for outdoor celebrations.

No, Barnbougle Castle is an events venue only. However, the team at Barnbougle can assist with finding local and Edinburgh-based accommodation providers.

Barnbougle Castle's wedding packages include:

• Exclusive use of Barnbougle Castle within a private estate
• Use of all indoor and outdoor areas
• Two large event spaces 
• Several locations for outdoor weddings
• Access to a sea-facing terrace overlooking a private beach
• Venue staffing to oversee your wedding day    

Barnbougle Castle works with some of Scotland’s most celebrated event chefs. The Rosebery Culinary Team will work with you to create a bespoke menu designed to delight even the most discerning palates. 

With a dedicated team offering outstanding service and seasonal Scottish ingredients, including authentic produce from the Estate, you and your guests will experience truly impressive cuisine at Barnbougle.

Cluny Castle is located in rural Aberdeenshire. 

It has a capacity of 120 inside the Chapel, 90 for the Tenants Hall and up to 300 externally within a marquee. 

Cluny Castle offers exclusive use of the castle and grounds over an entire wedding weekend – two or three days, or more if you wish.

There are multiple spaces – both indoors and outdoors – from the storied Chapel to the Tenants Hall to the manicured lawns, all allowing for endless possibilities across your entire celebration. 

Cluny has 15 individually decorated bedrooms for up to 30 guests, each one full of warmth and character that comes with a house of this age. 

Every room is prepared with care, and the team are on hand throughout. The castle belongs to you from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave.

What’s included:

• Exclusive use of the Castle and grounds for the duration of your stay
• Luxurious and unique overnight accommodation for up to 30 guests
• Personal welcome on arrival
• Beautiful welcome hamper on arrival
• The Chapel or a choice of outdoor locations for your ceremony
• The Tenants’ Hall or Dining Room for your evening reception
• A choice of locations in the grounds for a marquee reception
• Private use of the gardens and grounds for photos
• Master of ceremonies
• Private use of the Drawing Room and Library for a drinks reception
• Games room with a table tennis table
• West Wing apartment with a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering
• ‘Little Black Book’ full of ideas of lovely, talented and trusted local suppliers

Every detail of your wedding should reflect you, including the food and drink. With the flexibility to choose your caterer, you have complete control over your menu.

From multi-course banquets under an elegant sailcloth tent, candlelit suppers in the Tenants Hall, or late-night pizzas served under the stars, there are endless possibilities.

Crathes Castle is 15 miles west of Aberdeen and 3 miles east of Banchory on the A93.

Crathes Castle can host 80 guests for seated meals and 120 for an evening reception.

• Walled garden for outdoor ceremonies (max 80)
• Great Hall for ceremonies (max 40)
• The Horsemill – dedicated event space for ceremonies, wedding breakfast (max 80) and evening receptions (max 120)
• Marquees permitted for larger weddings

Yes – its East Lodge is a self-catering accommodation for up to four guests.

Crathes Castle is a dry hire venue, and prices include:

• Elopement - £800
• Garden ceremony (max 20) – £1,700
• Garden ceremony & drinks reception (max 80) - £3,250
• Twilight wedding - £4,000
• Full day (ceremony, meal & evening reception) – from £6,500

As it is a dry hire venue, Crathes Castle has a preferred supplier list of external caterers.

Culzean Castle is located near Maybole in South Ayrshire.

Culzean Castle

• Oval staircase – 20 guests for a ceremony
• Round drawing room – 50 guests for a ceremony
• Armoury – 50 guests for a drinks reception
• State dining room – 50 guests for a seated meal
• Fo’c’sle – 50 guests for an evening reception

Estate

• Orangery – 50 guests for a ceremony
• Viewing platform – 50 guests for a ceremony
• Camellia House – 30 guests for a ceremony
• Grounds – marquees for up to 250 guests

Within the estate there are eight self-catering cottages. In total, these cottages sleep up to 30 guests and can be hired for a week or a short break.

Culzean Castle is a dry hire venue and prices include:

• Elopement – £2,200
• Ceremony only – £3,850
• Full day – £8,250
• Marquee lawn – £7,200

As it is a dry hire venue, Culzean Castle has a preferred supplier list of external caterers.

Fyvie Castle lies off the A947, 8 miles south-east of Turriff and 25 miles north-west of Aberdeen.

It can host up to 100 wedding guests.

There are many wedding spaces for couples to choose from:

• Entrance hall and Billiards room for drinks reception
• Drawing room and interconnecting music gallery for ceremony and wedding breakfast
• Dining Room for intimate meals of up to 22
• 19th-century Racquets Court for evening reception

Yes – Preston Tower Apartment, self-catering accommodation for up to 16 guests.

Fyvie Castle is a dry hire venue and prices include:

• Elopement – £1,600
• Half day (ceremony and drinks reception) – £3,700
• Micro wedding (based on 16 guests) – £4,000
• Full day (ceremony, meal and evening reception) – from £9,000
• Accommodation – from £2,200

As it is a dry hire venue, Fyvie Castle has a preferred supplier list of external caterers.

The castle is located in Midlothian countryside – just 30 minutes from Edinburgh and just minutes away from Eskbank in Dalkeith. Combining history with a convenient location, it offers couples a secluded and romantic setting while remaining easily accessible for family and friends travelling from near and far.

There are wedding spaces at Melville Castle to suit celebrations of all sizes – from intimate ceremonies to grand weddings. Within the castle, couples can choose from a variety of function rooms, each showcasing original features and timeless charm. For larger wedding receptions, its contemporary and versatile marquee is located just moments from the castle.

The venue is available on both an exclusive-use and non-exclusive-use basis, allowing couples to choose the option that best suits their wedding plans.

Inside the castle, wedding breakfasts and dining for up to 60 guests can be accommodated, with space for up to 80 guests for evening celebrations. For larger weddings, the marquee provides a stylish and spacious setting for up to 160 guests for dining and up to 200 guests for evening receptions and dancing.

Yes, accommodation is available on-site within the castle, allowing you and your guests to make the most of your wedding celebrations without having to travel elsewhere.

Melville Castle offers 33 unique and individually styled bedrooms, and couples can choose from two beautiful suites, providing the perfect setting for getting ready on the morning of the wedding and relaxing after the celebrations. In total, the castle can accommodate up to 67 overnight guests, with additional sleeping capacity available through sofa beds in selected suites.

Whether you're planning a grand castle celebration, an intimate gathering with loved ones, or a romantic elopement, Melville Castle offers a range of wedding packages designed to make your day unforgettable.

• All Taken Care Of – from £18,945

This comprehensive wedding package is perfect for couples who want to relax and enjoy their engagement while we take care of every detail. From wedding stationery and flowers to your bespoke cake and evening entertainment, the experienced team will create a seamless and memorable celebration.

• Perfectly Petite – from £6,495

Designed for up to 20 to 40 guests, the Perfectly Petite package is ideal for intimate weddings that don't compromise on luxury. Enjoy the elegance of Melville Castle alongside carefully selected suppliers and thoughtful finishing touches.

• Enchanting Elopement – from £2,345

Enjoy a specially curated wedding breakfast, a luxurious four-poster bedroom, and the option to share your day with up to eight additional guests.

• Go Bespoke

For couples looking for something more bespoke, the castle also offers flexible venue hire options alongside a choice of food and drink packages, allowing you to create a wedding day that is uniquely yours. 

Melville Castle offers exceptional in-house catering, allowing couples to enjoy a seamless wedding planning experience. Its talented chefs create delicious menus using high-quality ingredients, with a variety of food and drink packages available to suit different styles and budgets.

From elegant wedding breakfasts and canapés to evening buffets, menus can be tailored to accommodate dietary requirements, allergies, and personal preferences. There are also bespoke menu options for couples looking to create something truly unique for their special day.