Crossbasket Castle
9.6 Blantyre, near Glasgow, Scotland
Overnight Accommodation
Sleeps 18 guests in 9 rooms
Crossbasket offers an unforgettable wedding experience for you and your guests. Complete with a four-storey private bridal tower and an array of opulent public rooms, including a Grand Roosevelt Ballroom, with space enough to welcome over 250 people, Crossbasket Castle promises a magical experience.
The magnificent castle, manicured gardens and marvellous location make Crossbasket a truly beautiful setting for a wedding. The castle provides an impressive backdrop to your celebration with versatile facilities that allow your wedding day to be tailored to your requirements.
Tucked away on the outskirts of the bustling city of Glasgow, yet overlooking the stunning waterfalls of the River Calder, you will be transported to the tranquillity and beauty of a vast country estate.
The Ceremony
There are a range of beautiful spacious rooms to choose from: the gold-leafed Ballie Room; the exquisite Stewart Room with its lovely bay window overlooking the beautiful gardens; or the newest addition, the James Little Hall. Invite your chosen florist to design floral displays to complement your bridal bouquet and organise music to suit your taste. Together with the historical décor, paintings and antiques, the setting could not be more romantic.
The Wedding Breakfast
Guests are able to enjoy a dining experience where the superb cuisine is overseen by Michel Roux Jr.
Parties of up to 5 Guests
These weddings take place on the top floor of the Lindsay Tower, with drinks and an intimate wedding breakfast. This is the oldest part of the castle, built in the 16th century, originally to improve its defensive position. It has been restored as a fabulous, romantic 4-storey suite, served by a sweeping spiral staircase; perfect for the wedding couple!
Parties of 6 to 60 Guests
Weddings for 6-60 guests are held in the James Little Hall, followed by drinks on the ground floor of the castle and an intimate wedding breakfast in the Stewart Room or the exquisite Baillie Room. This option is ideal for the smaller wedding party looking to have an intimate ceremony followed by an exquisite meal created especially for you.
Exclusive-use Weddings
For weddings with over 60 guests, exclusive-use will ensure complete privacy and give you and your guests uninterrupted access to the grounds throughout your stay, perfect for photographs against the backdrop of the River Calder.
You can be married in the James Little Hall, followed by drinks and canapés. Your wedding breakfast is served in the beautiful Roosevelt Grand Hall, overlooking the River Calder.
Accommodation
Crossbasket Castle is a luxury hotel with 9 bedrooms, the highlight of which is the Lindsay Tower Suite, located within the original 17th-century tower and spread across 4 floors. The 2-bedroomed period Gate Lodge, and 3-bedroomed East Lodge located at the entrance to the estate offer additional accommodation, perfect for families and friends. The modern hotel, just a couple of minutes walk from the main building, has a further 40 bedrooms.
Prices
Crossbasket Castle provides a romantic and historic setting for your wedding, with packages that can be tailored to your specific requirements – from small weddings to grand, exclusive-use celebrations. While guide packages are available, the team will work closely with you to create a bespoke experience designed around your vision.
As a Guide:
- Exclusive-Use Weddings – from £8,400 midweek and £8,800 weekends, including 9 bedrooms for 18 guests (bed & breakfast).
Exclusive use is required for weddings with over 60 guests. The hotel within the grounds offers additional accommodation for up to 90 guests, priced separately. Your final price will depend on your chosen date, guest numbers, and any extra touches you would like to include.
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Location
Nestled in the tranquil parish of Blantyre, a mere 10 miles southeast of Glasgow's vibrant heart, Crossbasket Castle offers a delightful escape with exceptional accessibility.
Glasgow Airport and city centre is under 30 minutes away whilst Scotland's captivating capital, Edinburgh, is conveniently just an hour's drive away.
For those preferring rail, a swift 20-minute train journey from Glasgow Central whisks you to Blantyre, followed by a short, scenic taxi ride to the castle gates. Experience the best of both worlds – the serenity of the countryside and the easy reach of Scotland's major urban hubs.
Reviews
9.6
This is an excellent hotel. The staff and service were exceptional. Top marks to the Manager who runs a wonderful hotel. The Hogmanay package was very well put together. A slight hiccup with a wedding party joining the dinner, but as this was not known by the manager it was hardly the fault of the hotel. Excellent food provided by the kitchen for all meals. I would highly recommend.
The castle was amazing driving up the main drive gave an incredible view very Christmas story presence The staff were very friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and just as imaginative as the restaurant had been advertised. The whole experience is worth every penny.
The restoration and furnishing have been done brilliantly. The staff were universally helpful. The quality of the musical entertainment was excellent. Just a couple of niggles, a tray to enable you to make hot drinks in the room was offered, requested two days running, but never appeared. Fruit available for continental breakfast was very limited, and I am partial to ground black pepper, this had to be requested and recovered from from the kitchen each time. We have already booked to return in Feb 2025
The staff at the Crossbasket Castle wrote the book on hospitality. We felt instantly at home and taken care of. Every detail was lovely. We stayed in the Lindsay Tower and every small consideration was accounted for. Our room was well-appointed and the location is just right for romance and couples looking for a special stay! The restaurant is terrific. This is a five-star hotel from end to end!
This was a wonderful experience. It was an elegant experience that really completed our time in Scotland well. The food, accommodations and staff are all 5 star. I would recommend this for anyone seeking a unique and boojee experience.