Newton Don - Weddings & Events

Newton Don: exclusive use country house wedding venue in the Scottish Borders

Just a mile from Kelso, Newton Don sits at the heart of a private Scottish Borders estate with sweeping countryside views. The house and grounds offer an adaptable canvas for couples seeking a private and exclusive-use venue where every element can be tailored to their plans.

With only a small number of weddings hosted each year, the estate combines flexibility and privacy with a sense of understated elegance. Couples can choose to host an intimate ceremony in the historic dining room, celebrate outdoors beneath the trees, or design a marquee wedding on the lawns for up to 400 guests. Every detail can be customised, allowing you to create a celebration that reflects your own style and priorities.

Wedding ceremony and reception spaces at Newton Don 

Newton Don offers a variety of beautiful locations to host ceremonies, drinks, dinner and evening receptions – giving you the freedom to choose the space that’s right for you.

Newton Don House

The main dining room seats up to 70 guests, with large windows overlooking the gardens and Cheviot Hills.

Marquee weddings

If you’re looking to host your wedding outdoors, Newton Don’s wealth of parkland offers a range of spaces to suit your vision. 

Whether it be surrounded by the seasonal blooms of the beautifully restored 18th century Walled Garden, a leafy estate land setting or beside Newton Don house – all outdoor spaces at Newton Don are suitable for up to 400 guests.

Elopements and intimate weddings

Couples seeking something more intimate can choose secluded spots beside the River Eden, within wooded glades or near historic follies across the estate.

Supplier network at Newton Don

Newton Don offers a hands-off, flexible approach to planning, giving couples freedom to choose from a list of trusted local suppliers, including planners, florists, caterers and stylists. The estate’s experienced team is available for guidance but ensures each wedding feels individual and entirely your own.

FAQs

Where is Newton Don?

Newton Don is a private estate just one mile north of Kelso in the Scottish Borders. It’s around a 1.5-hour drive from Edinburgh and two hours from Glasgow.

Is there on-site wedding accommodation at Newton Don?

Newton Don does not have on-site accommodation; however, a variety of hotels, B&Bs and rental houses are available in and around Kelso.

What wedding catering is available at Newton Don?

Working with a range of wonderful caterers with varying styles of cuisine, you can choose the food that’s right for you with Newton Don’s list of trusted suppliers.

Is Newton Don an exclusive-use wedding venue?

Hosting only a select number of weddings each year, Newton Don ensures complete privacy and exclusive use of the estate for two days prior to and on your wedding day.

Is Newton Don accessible?

Yes, Newton Don is accessible, however its gravel paths may not be suitable for those with limited mobility and routes via the lawns are recommended.