Borthwick Castle
9.9 North Middleton, nr Edinburgh, Scotland
Exclusive Use
You can have the venue to yourself, sleeps 28 guests in 13 rooms
600-year-old Scottish castle that protected Mary Queen of Scots and was attacked by Oliver Cromwell
Borthwick Castle is a truly authentic Medieval castle. With an alluring 600-year history, it has been carefully refurbished for private hire, weddings and events.
Inside you will find opulent bedchambers and bathrooms, magnificent yet intimate dining and lounge areas, roaring fires, breath-taking views and spiral staircases that invite exploration. All just 30 minutes from Edinburgh!
Inside
The interiors of Borthwick Castle are spectacular. They preserve and enhance this ancient building's fine architectural detail, whilst lavishing each room with a luxurious and comfortable finish.
There are three main public spaces for guests to enjoy - each distinctive and on a different floor of the main keep, with secret doors and staircases leading to other floors and bedchambers.
The Great Hall
The stunning 'Great Hall' is at the heart of the castle and can be used for feasts, banquets and parties. It is sure to leave an unforgettable memory on all who set foot within its walls. The award-winning chef and his team are ready to provide anything from a casual lunch to an exquisite dining experience.
The State Room
The warm State Room is a more relaxed setting. Gather on the castle’s enormous and exquisitely comfortable couches and enjoy a coffee and a dram in front of a roaring fire.
The Garrison
Located on the top floor of the castle; a beautiful, bright, atmospheric and versatile space, ideal for cocktail receptions, ceremonies and dances.
Bedrooms
There are 10 bedrooms in the main castle, 1 in the Gatehouse and 2 in the adjacent cottage. Each of the bedchambers is uniquely designed with lavish a bathroom.
- Mary Queen of Scots (Sleeps 2)
- Earl of Bothwell (Sleeps 3 adults or 2 adults, 1 child)
- Lord Borthwick (Sleeps 2)
- Oliver Cromwell (Sleeps 2)
- Red Rose (Sleeps 2)
- Adinston (Sleeps 2)
- Sinclair (Sleeps 2)
- Sir Walter Scot (Sleeps 2)
- Wizard's Tower (Sleeps 2)
- Knight's Templar (Sleeps 3 adults or 2 adults, 1 child)
- Gatehouse (Sleeps 2)
- Crookston Cottage (Sleeps 4 adults or 2 adults, 2 children)
History
Borthwick Castle is one of the finest and best-preserved 15th-century keeps in Scotland.
An imposing fortress composed of a massive double tower surrounded by an embattled wall, it is much admired for the beauty of its proportions as well as the solidity and accuracy of its masonry.
Activities
12 miles from Edinburgh, and surrounded by stunning Scottish landscapes and world-famous golf courses, there is lots to see and do in the area!
Prices
From an overnight stay to a week-long hire or longer, guests can enjoy exclusive use of the castle and its grounds for special gatherings, family celebrations, holidays, weddings and events.
With private hire comes the dedicated castle team who will provide you with the warmest welcome, a highly professional service and a friendly personal touch.
There are no set rules or menus, so you choose how you want your plans bringing to life - whether that's breakfast in bed, a personal whisky-tasting, a fabulous feast in the Great Hall, golf at some of Scotland's top courses or a tailor-made tour of Edinburgh's historic landmarks.
Exclusive Hire 2025
January – March:
1 Day Hire - £10,000.00
Multiple days - £10,000.00 per day
April – December:
1-Day Hire: £12,500
2-Day Hire: £24,000
Exclusive Hire 2026/7
January – March:
1 Day Hire - £11,000.00
Multiple days - £11,000.00 per day
April – December:
1-Day Hire: £13,000
2-Day Hire: £25,000
Prices are for exclusive hire of the castle on a bed & breakfast basis for up to 28 guests. Food, drink, and other expenses will be priced individually, based on your requirements.
Location
Borthwick Castle is beautifully positioned near the Scottish Borders and on the outskirts of Edinburgh, just 30 minutes from both the city centre and Edinburgh Airport.
Reviews
9.9
Stayed here for a magical week as part of a private event and I have to say it was mind blowing! The castle has the perfect mix of an outstanding venue, super friendly staff and an incredible food experience. Made me feel like a true royal!
Borthwick Castle is an absolutely outstanding venue! Its rich history and stunning atmosphere create the perfect backdrop for unforgettable celebrations. The staff are incredibly professional and accommodating, ensuring every detail is flawlessly executed!
I knew as soon as I walked in the castle it was the ONLY venue I wanted to have for our wedding. It is truly magical from every aspect. Location, rooms, food and ambiance is second to none. The staff were outstanding and made sure that every minute of the day was covered. My special thanks goes to the one and only Amy Owen who was by my side- without knowing she was there- for the whole day. You’re an absolute star Amy and we love you to bits. We have the most precious memories that will last a lifetime. Borthwick Castle made our dreams come true.
Attended a friend's wedding here and spent the night. Absolutely beautiful fairy tale venue! Guest rooms were stunning with great attention to details spanning centuries! The antique furniture, decor and structures lovely embraced modern conveniences as beautiful tub/shower, mini fridge, hairdryer and even a clothing steamer!! Culinary wise: The wedding consisted of informal garden gathering with beverages and appetizers followed by a full sit down gourmet meal. Later in the evening there were evening snacks served, not that anyone could possibly be hungry! We stayed the night and in the morning there was a full breakfast served!! All food was absolutely fabulous in taste, presentation and service.
Castle is simply the ultimate authentic castle wedding experience in Scotland! My other half and I loved the castle immediately and are so glad we booked our wedding here. From start to finish, the staff were just fantastic in helping us organising our dream wedding. Always happy to answer my many many questions and requests during all the planning. Great expertise amongst Amy and the team who were always able to recommend other suppliers or advice for the day. We opted to book out Borthwick for the whole weekend and I'd highly recommend doing this if you are thinking of having your wedding here. It totally made the whole weekend relaxed and really really special for us and our of our closest family and friends who could join us for an informal dinner the night before and settle into the weekend. The day itself was even better than we could have imagined. We're still getting compliments from our guests, who especially loved the unique castle setting with its beautiful grand rooms. But where we got most compliments on was the food - it really was outstanding from start to finish, from the informal dinner to the canapes and of course the wedding breakfast. There are many packages to choose from and a broad selection to suit all tastes. The staff are so welcoming, our amazing wedding coordinator Amy was always on hand to help and you could see their professionalism allowed the day to run so smoothly - I was expecting to be much more stressed out myself on the day but wasn't at all. In terms of the venue itself - it really is an outstanding building and has been renovated so tastefully whilst keeping the history. Yes there are a lot of stairs so do take into consideration if suitable for your guestlist, or have a couple ushers on hand for the up and down during the day as this is unavoidable. But totally worth it to get the chance to spend a weekend in such a beautifully kept historic building. The bedrooms are stunning - they are all a bit different but lots of different features that suited our various family and friends (like the beautiful roll top baths in some!). We can't recommend Borthwick Castle enough - it was the most special weekend and we hope to be back for celebrations in the future!