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
Nestled in one of the most beautiful rural settings in Scotland and surrounded by rolling countryside, 600-year-old Borthwick Castle provides the perfect setting for creating a magical wedding.
Whether your plans are for decadence and grandeur or simplicity and intimacy, the castle's specialist team can realise your wishes and dreams to create a memorable experience designed just for you.
The majestic reception rooms welcome up to 70 guests. Choose from the inspiring Garrison, with stone-vaulted ceiling, the sumptuous Stateroom with roaring fire and breath-taking views and the magnificent Great Hall, the castle’s dining hall.
The dedicated team will be on hand every step of the way and assistance and advice will always be offered for any additional elements to enhance your day - from a lone piper to a full Ceilidh band, floral decorations and bouquets to musicians, fun-filled activities and bespoke drink and wine selections.
Your Wedding Ceremony
There are several exquisite options to choose from:
The Garrison
This is a beautiful space at the top of the castle with magnificent views over the Scottish Borders. Under its stone-vaulted ceiling you can host your perfect ceremony. An intimate atmosphere with beautiful acoustics, up to 70 guests will feel comfortable here.
The Great Hall
For small and intimate wedding ceremonies, you may decide that the majestic space of the Great Hall is ideal for you. We recommend you consider it if you have 50 guests or fewer.
The Castle Grounds
Set against the backdrop of the historic castle walls, the castle lawn can be a perfect and natural stage for your wedding ceremony, full of light and beautiful framing for photography.
Church Ceremony
If it is your desire, a number of churches are located a short drive from the castle. The wedding coordinators can liaise with the church of your choosing and manage all requirements.
The Drinks Reception
The Stateroom
The most elegant of surroundings with sumptuous furnishings, guests love to explore its little nooks, crannies and elegant clusters that encourage socialising and relaxing.
The Castle Lawn
With breath-taking views of the Scottish Borders, a drinks' reception outside is a deeply memorable experience. At certain times of day (especially the golden hour of evening light), it is transformed into a wonderland all of its own.
The Wedding Reception
Some of the best wedding banquets are staged within the Great Hall. The chef and his team are experts in creating exquisite dining experiences, accommodating all tastes and desires. The castle maintains an extensively stocked bar within the Great Hall and the Stateroom and has an enviable wine cellar.
Celebrate into the night
Continue the celebrations into the small hours with a traditional Scottish Ceilidh or exclusive party, or simply enjoy a dram together in luxury. The Great Hall can be transformed from a banqueting room to a hall of celebration, exactly as they did 600 years ago!
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)
Prices
Borthwick Castle offers an enchanting and historic setting for your wedding, with packages that can be tailored to your specific requirements.
As a Guide:
- Exclusive use – from £11,000 per night (January to March) and from £13,000 (April to December).
The prices are based on exclusive use of Borthwick Castle, including overnight accommodation for up to 28 guests, and breakfast the following morning. You can host up to 70 wedding guests in total. Catering is charged separately, with prices varying depending on your chosen menu.
Get in touch and we’ll help you create a celebration that’s unique to you!
Packages
- 1-night package from £11,000 (based on 28 people)
- Suitable for up to 70 guests
- Exclusive use - you'll have the property to yourself!
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!