Borthwick Castle
9.9 North Middleton, nr Edinburgh, Scotland
Overnight Accommodation
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 offers an extraordinary setting for executive retreats. Set just 30 minute from Edinburgh City Centre and Airport, the property is highly accessible for your guests, and the experienced team can help manage all your transport and logistical needs.
Exclusively yours for the duration of your stay, the castle becomes a fully private sanctuary for your team. From its richly appointed bedrooms and sweeping views, to fine dining and curated activities, every detail is tailored to foster focus, creativity and connection.
Having three exceptional event spaces inside the castle, Borthwick accommodates a range of formats, from boardroom sessions and fireside discussions, to elegant receptions and break-out gatherings.
With the majestic yet welcoming reception rooms, inspiring views, first class dining and accommodation, and wide range of activities within the castle and its grounds, this is the perfect place for celebrations and entertaining.
Meetings and Events
The Great Hall
Step into the heart of the castle where this magnificent reception room has witnessed centuries of history and is now a splendid venue for dining and dancing. The vaulted ceiling adds regality, while the open fireplace creates an enchanting atmosphere to celebrate those special occasions. Ideal for up to 70 guests.
The Stateroom
Located in the middle of the castle, The Stateroom is a haven of sophistication. Ideal for break-out lounge areas, it can also play host to drinks and canapés, making it the perfect space for socialising, and catching up after the days events.
The Garrison
Situated on the top floor and accommodating up to 70 guests, this atmospheric room effortlessly marries history with versatility. With its views over the countryside and historic charm, The Garrison provides a unique backdrop for your event, making every moment truly unforgettable.
Facilities include:
- Three elegant and majestic rooms designed to impress
- Experienced team to help with all areas of organisation
- Over 600 years of history
Dining
Head chef Craig and his team source local ingredients and craft dishes that pay homage to Scotland's rich culinary heritage, while infusing them with their own twist.
Whether creating menus for intimate meetings or grand feasts, Craig's dedication to excellence ensures a dining experience your guests will remember forever.
What to expect:
- Exquisite tasting menus suiting private dining experiences or lavish banquets
- Fresh local produce showcasing Scotland at its finest
- Crafted dining experiences to elevate your event
Team Building
The team at Borthwick Castle invite you to make your stay truly memorable, with plenty of activities to engage colleagues. Test your strengths, skills and camaraderie as you participate in caber-tossing, tug-of-war and other age-old challenges.
Activities offered:
- Engage in the spirit of Scottish tradition with an entertaining Highland Games experience
- Witness majestic birds of prey with an onsite falconry display
- Scotland's East Lothian 'golf coast' is within easy reach
- Saddle up for an unforgettable equestrian adventure
- Enjoy a whisky tour at Glenkinchie Distillery for a true taste of Scotland
Accommodation
Each of the castles 12 unique bedrooms has been delightfully refurbished, designed to show off the historic detail, but ensuring the most luxurious stay for guests.
From the whimsical Wizard's Tower, perfectly suited to guests with a taste for the unconventional, to the inviting warmth of Crookston Cottage, every space has been thoughtfully designed to ensure rest and rejuvenation after a busy day.
Prices
Borthwick Castle accommodates up to 28 guests, with capacity for larger celebrations and events. When you reserve the castle it becomes entirely yours, an exclusive sanctuary for your team to connect, reflect and celebrate.
Immerse yourselves in centuries of history held within the castle walls, all while enjoying the highest privacy and luxury.
Every moment at Borthwick Castle is thoughtfully curated, ensuring your experience is not only unforgettable, but truly timeless.
All events are flexible, and therefore pricing is too. Contact our specialists for more information.
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!