
It's the day that a bride wants to feel like a princess and what better way to make that happen than to celebrate your wedding in a castle?
Whatever your requirements, from an intimate, private wedding for two to a lavish affair for over 100 guests, there is unique castle hideaway for you.
Whether you want a religious or a civil service, a traditional rusticcastle or a modern property with hotel-like amenities, we have the knowledge and expertise to find that perfect venue to make your special day truly memorable. A professional and personal service is offered FREE OF CHARGE by the experienced Celtic Castles' team.
If you want to talk to our wedding consultants directly, then please feel free to contact them with any comments, queries or questions you may have.


Civil Ceremonies
England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
An increasingly large number of castles have successfully applied for a civil licence, which allows for non-religious wedding ceremonies to be held in the castle or grounds. Licences for civil partnerships for same-sex couples are also now increasingly common.
Ireland
As of November 2007, civil ceremonies can now be held in venues other than a church or registry office, including Irish castles. The licensing works differently from the UK in that a licence application must be submitted for every civil ceremony set to take place. This means that Irish properties themselves never have an actual licence, rather it is the marrying couple who must obtain their individual licence. Whilst some castles won't be hosting civil ceremonies for varying reasons, there should be little trouble obtaining a licence at a venue that has previously been approved.
Weddings in France
The law in France states that you have to be 'legally married' at the Town Hall, which is a fairly quick procedure, and then you can go to the church for your service. If you do not wish to have a church service then you do not have to. It is not, however, possible to have a marriage service in a château. It is also a legal requirement that couples holding their weddings in France must live there for at least 40 days in advance of the wedding date.


Filter Listing
* See information above with regard to Irish civil ceremonies.
() Brackets denote maximum numbers when using marquee.
| Castle Name | Weddings Guests | Overnight Guests | Weddings For 2 | Civil Licences | Civil Part'shps |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Amhuinnsuidhe Castle
|
50 | 20 | No | Yes | No |
| The castle will produce an individual tailor-made package incorporating services such as flowers, a gala wedding dinner and fireworks. | |||||
Ashford Castle
|
166 | 150 | No | Yes* | No |
| Minimum number of guests is 40. | |||||
Auchen Castle
|
100 | 54 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Auchen Castle is perfect for weddings from 2 to 100 guests. The beautiful lawns at the front of the property make for the perfect setting for memorable wedding pictures. | |||||
Augill Castle
|
48 | 20 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum of 2 nights' stay for exclusive hire. | |||||
Balfour Castle
|
60 | 11 | No | Yes | Yes |
| Dinner is included in the price of the accommodation, reception at an additional cost. | |||||
Ballyhannon Castle
|
18 ( 150 ) | 9 | No | Yes* | Yes |
| Ballyhannon Castle & Coach House can put together wedding packages for guests, tailoring them to your specific requirements, though typically guests often make their own arrangements for their events directly with caterers, marquees, florists, musicians, etc. | |||||
Ballyportry Castle
|
12 | 8 | No | Yes* | No |
| The castle can organise good local musicians as Co. Clare is famous for its traditional Irish music. | |||||
Ballyseede Castle
|
180 | 56 | No | Yes* | No |
| A beautiful Irish castle offering you exemplary service on your special day. | |||||
Barberstown Castle
|
300 | 128 | No | Yes* | No |
| Have a reception with a difference - surprise your guests with a candlelit barbecue in the private courtyard garden! | |||||
Barony Castle
|
120 | 160 | No | Yes | Yes |
| This imposing Scottish Manor House is located just 35 minutes south of Edinburgh on the edge of the Scottish Borders. | |||||
Belle Isle Castle
|
40 | 14 | No | Yes | No |
| Blessings conducted by the clergyman in the castle. | |||||
Birkhill Castle
|
40 ( 500 ) | 24 | No | No | No |
| The castle can provide wines and a bar to guests and they do not charge a corkage fee. | |||||
Blairquhan Castle
|
100 ( 450 ) | 26 | No | Yes | Yes |
| The castle and its grounds offer an ideal location for wedding photography. | |||||
Bovey Castle
|
120 | 130 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bovey Castle is set within 368 square miles of the Dartmoor National Park. | |||||
Cabra Castle
|
350 | 195 | No | Yes* | No |
| A red carpet welcome can be arranged including traditional bag piper to greet you on your arrival at the castle and pipe you into the reception. | |||||
Castle Lachlan
|
40 ( 200 ) | 15 | No | Yes | No |
| A full wedding planning service is available from the castle's experienced staff. | |||||
Castle Law
|
40 | 14 | No | No | No |
| Arrange to have the ceremony performed in front of the fireplace in the Great Hall, or on the rooftop with stunning views over the dramatic Scottish landscape over the Clyde estuary towards Arran. | |||||
Castle Venlaw
|
35 | 24 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| If exclusive hire is requested, a minimum two night stay is required. | |||||
Château de Bagnols
|
120 | 42 | No | No | No |
| The romance of Château de Bagnols is beyond compare. The château has everything needed to make the whole experience unique; Michelin star cuisine, magnificent views and meticulous and personalised service. | |||||
Château de la Barre
|
18 ( 18 ) | 19 | No | No | No |
| Chateau de la Barre is an ideal venue for an exclusive small wedding with up to 18 guests housed at the château. | |||||
Château de Mercuès
|
90 | 60 | No | No | No |
| The château is able to offer one of the most beautiful suites (complimentary) for the bride & groom. | |||||
Château de Montcaud
|
80 | 60 | No | No | No |
| A beautiful château in 12 acres of parkland in the South of France. | |||||
Château de Pomiro
|
50 | 16 | No | No | No |
| Whether you require a full ceremony and reception or just a reception with your close friends and family, then Château de Pomiro is an ideal venue. Simply discuss the arrangements with the château's wedding planner and they will do the rest. | |||||
Cloghan Castle
|
120 | 14 | No | Yes* | No |
| Barbeque facility on battlements. | |||||
Clontarf Castle
|
400 | 224 | No | Yes* | No |
| Bride and groom enjoy complimentary menu tasting for the Big Day and the castle roll the red carpet out for your entrance to the property. | |||||
Comlongon Castle
|
86 | 30 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Requires exclusive hire on weekends with all accommodation to be taken. | |||||
Coombe Abbey
|
120 ( 300 ) | 146 | No | Yes | Yes |
| Originally a 12th century Cistercian abbey, this unique building has been lovingly restored to its former glory. | |||||
Craigrownie Castle
|
40 | 22 | No | Yes | Yes |
| A stay at Craigrownie Castle is the ideal solution for a venue for that special occasion. | |||||
Craig-y-Nos Castle
|
130 | 104 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Function rooms can be hired individually or you can opt to hire all of these exclusively, providing the entire ground floor and function rooms for your Big Day. | |||||
Cringletie
|
60 | 28 | No | Yes | Yes |
| Within the grounds of Cringletie you will find a real waterfall, an historic and listed dovecote, a croquet lawn and even a pitch and putt. | |||||
Culzean Castle
|
72 ( 900 ) | 12 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Get married before the Eisenhower Apartments with a stunning backdrop. | |||||
Dalhousie Castle
|
100 | 53 | No | Yes | Yes |
| A complimentary half hour hydro pool session is included for bride and groom. | |||||
Dornoch Castle
|
90 ( 150 ) | 36 | No | No | Yes |
| Local chapel where Madonna was married. | |||||
Dromoland Castle
|
300 | 200 | No | No | No |
| Functions held in Brian Boru Hall. Smaller weddings also catered for. | |||||
Dundas Castle
|
90 ( 180 ) | 30 | No | Yes | No |
| You can say "I do" in the castle's 15th century Auld Keep, you can also have a marquee for up to 200 guests. | |||||
Fanningstown Castle
|
20 | 10 | No | Yes* | Yes |
| A fantastic, intimate property for a smaller wedding! | |||||
Fenton Tower
|
36 ( 200 ) | 12 | No | No | No |
| To hold up to 200 for a wedding, a marquee must be erected within the grounds of this property. | |||||
Fernie Castle
|
160 ( 160 ) | 37 | No | Yes | Yes |
| Fernie Castle Hotel is a privately owned 14th century castle situated near Cupar in the heart of the Ancient "Kingdom of Fife". | |||||
Fitzpatrick Castle
|
400 | 226 | No | Yes* | No |
| Special midweek wedding offers available. | |||||
Forter Castle
|
16 | 12 | No | No | No |
| The castle has its very own chapel. | |||||
Glengorm Castle
|
50 ( 120 ) | 13 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| A perfect, peaceful location for your special day! | |||||
Glenskirlie Castle
|
126 | 30 | No | Yes | Yes |
| The Glenskirlie House team has an amazing track record for hosting weddings. | |||||
Glin Castle
|
35 ( 60 ) | 30 | No | Yes* | No |
| Exclusive hire required for a minimum of 2 days. | |||||
Hattonchatel Château
|
80 ( 200 ) | 26 | No | No | No |
| Chapel right at the side of the château. | |||||
Hazlewood Castle
|
160 | 42 | No | Yes | Yes |
| The castle offers discounted accommodation rates to wedding guests. | |||||
Lough Cutra Castle
|
200 ( 350 ) | 40 | No | No | No |
| Self Catering Property. The bride and groom receive a complimentary room in the castle on their wedding night as part of any package. | |||||
Lumley Castle
|
132 | 116 | No | Yes | Yes |
| Can offer smaller weddings (50 guests) through to larger events (132 guests). | |||||
Mansfield Castle
|
50 ( 100 ) | 31 | No | Yes | Yes |
| You can have peace of mind that every detail, no matter how small, will go just as planned. | |||||
Melville Castle
|
100 ( 180 ) | 72 | No | Yes | Yes |
| The ballroom can hold a reception for a maximum of 100 people but if more space is required then a marquee can be erected within the grounds. | |||||
Minard Castle
|
40 | 8 | No | Yes | Yes |
| The castle can also offer a marquee in the grounds that can accommodate up to 100 people for the ceremony and the reception. | |||||
Myres Castle
|
20 ( 200 ) | 18 | No | Yes | Yes |
| The castle can arrange the minister, flowers, kilt hire or a cake - for the perfect wedding! | |||||
Plane Castle
|
20 | 16 | No | Yes | No |
| Self Catering Property. Wedding ceremonies may take place within the Tower, in the Manor House, Great Hall or in the castle grounds. | |||||
Portlick Castle
|
90 ( 250 ) | 30 | No | Yes* | No |
| The castle has a ballroom for larger events and banqueting hall for smaller gatherings. | |||||
Ruthin Castle
|
120 ( 500 ) | 110 | No | Yes | Yes |
| The castle has two magnificent rooms licensed for wedding ceremonies and beautiful grounds for your photographs. | |||||
Stonefield Castle
|
110 | 60 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| A fantastic place for weddings large and small, with stunning views across Loch Fyne. | |||||
Thornbury Castle
|
50 | 50 | No | Yes | No |
| The most divine wedding, the most entertaining wedding reception, the most deliciously romantic honeymoon. | |||||
Traquair Castle
|
50 ( 100 ) | 6 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| The oldest inhabited house in Scotland. Ideal for smaller, intimate weddings. | |||||
Tulloch Castle
|
150 | 47 | No | Yes | Yes |
| Dungeon can be hired for a civil ceremony. | |||||
Walton Castle
|
16 ( 100 ) | 16 | No | No | No |
| Although you are unable to have your wedding ceremony at Walton Castle, the castle's unique set-up makes for the perfect setting to host your reception. We are able to make recommendations of places nearby to have your ceremony. | |||||
Walworth Castle
|
120 ( 100 ) | 70 | No | Yes | Yes |
| You can say your vows in the castle with beautiful countryside as your backdrop. | |||||
Waterford Castle
|
110 | 44 | No | Yes* | No |
| Minumum number of guests is 65. | |||||
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