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As the name of Celtic Castles grows, so does the publicity we receive around the globe. Here is a small selection of Celtic Castles', and/or the individual castles' featured on the web site, recent appearances in the media.
Featured in the Wealth Report 2008 Château de Bagnols - Castle Stuart
Treat yourself and your loved one to a truly exclusive trip back in time to two of the worlds most mysterious and romantic castles. Walk the battlements of Castle Stuart in the Scottish Highlands where Charles the First lost his kingdom and his head, or taste the regional specialities at Château de Bagnol, the finest five-star deluxe château hotel in France.
The future of luxury travel has shifted significantly away from the big city. bright lights of the past. Today, a specialist travel operator and concierge service with privileged access to the few rare places not frequented by the masses is the only reliable way guarantee truly unusual destinations.
This travel market is exacting and operators such as 'Celtic Castles' are constantly researching and assessing the special destinations they represent, ensuring an exclusive and exciting travel experience.
Fenton Tower 2008 November - Featured in BBC Good Homes
WHY GO?
With their far-reaching views across loch and moor, Scotland’s ancient castles have fitnessed some of the bloodiest battles in the country’s history. Now many of these fortresses and strongholds are in demand as exclusive-use settings for house parties, especially over the festive season.
WHERE TO STAY
Fenton Tower is the perfect place to test out your fantasies about living the life of an ancient clan chief while entertaining your friends. Located just 20 miles east of Edinburgh, between Gullane and North Berwick, this 16thcentury fortified hilltop tower has stunning views across the East Lothian ountryside to the Lammermuir Hills beyond
The tower, once ruined, has now been meticulously restored by its owners, and has seven bedrooms, a spiral staircase, turrets, 11 fireplaces and a garret. The fully staffed, exclusive-use property can sleep up to 12 people, who can gather in the vaulted dining room for hearty breakfasts and candlelit dinners, prepared using fresh, locally sourced produce. Set in 20 acres of grounds, the tower is an ideal base for country pursuits. Alternatively, head for one of the many golf courses nearby, which include Muirfield and North Berwick.
Fenton Tower costs from £150 per person per night.
Featured in the Sunday Telegraph
Castle Law 2008 October
"The 15th-century Law Castle (01422 323200; www.celticcastles.com), near Glasgow, is a great venue for a Scottish fling. Guests can explore the parapets and the dungeon, and mingle in the Great Hall, which seats 45."
"Several couples have arranged a bring your own reception, and the family helped by making a dish, Then the pipers arrive and the atmosphere is magical," says the castle owner Davy Hutton. Three-night packages start at £2,500 and include accomodation for 14.
Featured in the Yorkshire Post August 2008
"FOR any man, proposing to his future wife is a tense and nerve-racking moment. Halifax entrepreneur Roger Masterson understands it more than most as his company celticcastles.com, whose venues include Hazlewood Castle and Swinton Park, is regularly used to book stunning venues for marriage proposals.
The entrepreneur - who has been married for 11 years - says its not now much the would-be groom spends on his proposal that matters, but the effort poured into planning it which wins the brownie points. One of his personal favourites is arranging a treasure hunt:
"Posting a letter or having a friend hand your soon-to-be-bride a letter containing clues to where to start the treasure hunt will build the excitement and anticipation. You can include several clues that lead to small gifts such as flowers, a CD and chocolates - with the last clue leading her directly to where you are waiting to propose. You will score extra brownie points for creativity, showing that you have put a great deal of thought into your proposal. "
Dalhousie Castle is Jetaway April/May 2008
"Book an intimate nook in the ancient vaulted dungeon of Dalhousie Castle, an imposing 13th-century fortress near Edinburgh, and you'll enjoy a candle-lit dinner in the shadow of suits of armour, medieval weaponry and centuries of Scottish history. Starters might include pan fried foie gras on a lentil tartlette with roast parsnips and a port wine jus. Main courses offer delights such as squab pigeon stuffed with wild mushrooms and caramelised endive. Puddings are favourite classics along the lines of Cranachan, banoffee pie or a plate of local cheeses served with oatcakes.Work up an appetite first by taking a long, romantic walk in the castle's grounds-acres of wooded parkland on the picturesque banks of the River Esk - or stop by the falconry and visit the awe-inspiring collection of birds of prey. Couples who get married at Dalhousie can have the rings delivered during the ceremony by an owl. What a hoot!".
Celtic Castles featured in Signature Magazine, July/August 2007
"If you've ever wanted to feel like a real king or queen, here's your chance to hold court. Celtic Castles has compiled a list of more than 70 sites in England, Ireland, France, Scotland and Wales that rent rooms or an entire castle for days or weeks. Examples of the properties include Château de Mercuès, a 13th century building in southwest France that was a summer home for counts and bishops and is now a wine producing estate; Law Castle, near Glasgow, Scotland, which was built in the 15th century as a wedding gift for Princess Mary, the eldest daughter of James II; and Clontarf Castle in Dublin, Ireland, built in 1172, where turrets and tapestries blend with decidedly modern decor."
Call +44 (0)1422 323200 or visit www.celticcastles.com
Balfour Castle featured in Living in Orkney Magazine, August 2007
"Nearly twenty years ago, Patricia Lidderale took on the challenge of creating a country house hotel within the 160 year old walls of her family home. Now visitors from all over the world beat a path to the front door of Balfour Castle. Howard Hazell took a trip over the String to Shapinsay to meet her."
To enquire about staying at Balfour Castle, call +44 (0)1422 323200 or visit www.celticcastles.com.
Asda Magazine, September 2007
"Celtic Castles is offering one lucky couple the chance to stay at the luxurious Tulloch Castle Hotel near Dingwall in the Scottish Highlands. The prize includes a two-night stay for two adults in a room with a four-poster bed, with traditional dinner and full Scottish Breakfast.
To enter, call 0901 676 3018 or text asda18, then a space, your name and address to 81800*.
To enquire about staying at Tulloch Castle, call +44 (0)1422 323200 or visit Celtic Castles
Celtic Castles in The Yorkshire Post, 23 May 2007
"[Celtic Castles] pledges not to charge customers a commission like other agents - customers pay the same rate by booking through Celtic Castles as they would if they dealt with the castle direct"
The photograph shows Ashford Castle in Ireland.
Featured in the Devon Life Magazine, May 2007
..."Gary isn’t that familiar with Devon, although he came down on the odd occasion when he was at The Castle in Taunton, but he was ecstatic about Salcombe and the local produce that he was using for the meal, and was looking forward to exploring a bit more once his stint in the Marine Hotel’s kitchen was over."...
To enquire about staying at The Castle Taunton, call +44 (0)1422 323200 or visit Celtic Castles
Featured in the Target Magazine, December 2006
Celtic Castles is a stand-alone company that was set-up in 1998. As we use primarily the Internet to communicate with our clients and customers, this is the best way to contact us.
Our principal is not to charge our customers a commission or inflated prices like many other agents - you will pay exactly the same amount through Celtic Castles as you would booking through the castle directly.
Sometimes castles offer special rates, which we are happy to pass onto our customers. Where we are given special discounts from castles, these are also passed on to our customers. In essence not only will you be able to tap into our expansive knowledge of castles, but you will also receive the best rates available."
Call 01422 323 200 or visit Celtic Castles
Featured in Sunday Express, September 2006 - Turret Syndrome
"David Hutton, a former publican,and his wife Kate, both 38,are among the new generation of castle owners. They bought 15th century Law Castle in West Kilbride, Ayrshire, for £400,000 four years ago and it is now valued at more than £1million.."
Castle Law can be rented on a self catering basis from 2500 pounds per week. Call +44 870 050 3232 or visit Celtic Castles
Featured in the Sunday Express , August 2006 - Barholm Castle - A Scotsman's home is his castle!
"When Janet and John Brennan first visited Barholm Castle, on the Galloway coastline, the 16th century building had no roof, its floors were missing, and the stone fireplace in the Great Hall had collapsed. But the couple, who spotted the property while holidaying nearby, fell in love with it and set their hearts on buying the unique country retreat."
Barholm Castle can be rented on a self catering basis from 750 pounds per week. Call 0870 050 3232 or visit Celtic Castles
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