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Scotland is home to some of the most breathtaking castle wedding venues in the world - from grand Highland castles to intimate tower houses. We've spent over 30 years building close relationships with castle owners across Scotland, so we can offer you honest, expert guidance on your Scottish castle wedding you won't find anywhere else. Our service is completely free and entirely personal - speak to us via video call, phone or email and let us help you find the venue that's right for you.
North Middleton, nr Edinburgh, Scotland
Weddings for up to 70 guests. Sleeps up to 28 guests in 13 rooms.
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The opulent 600-year-old Borthwick sits in peaceful rolling countryside only 30 minutes from Edinburgh. Combining rustic with 5-star luxury, the spectacularly restored venue hosts exclusive-use Scottish castle weddings, from grand hall banquets to intimate fine dining. Experience ornately-furnished bedrooms and atmospheric ceremonies under vaulted-ceilings.
Shores of the River Tay, Fife, Scotland
Weddings for up to 150 guests. Sleeps up to 52 guests in 25 rooms.
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Birkhill Castle is located in the Kingdom of Fife, overlooking the Firth of Tay, and has been the home of the Earls of Dundee since the 18th century. Weddings for 50 guests in the castle or 150 guests within The Glasshouse on the estate. Stunning views over the estate and the River Tay estuary beyond make this a magical setting.
Bonnyrigg, near Edinburgh, Scotland
Weddings for up to 85 guests. Sleeps up to 69 guests in 35 rooms.
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Set on a secluded, scenic woodland estate stands the oldest inhabited castle in Scotland, just eight miles from Edinburgh and 16 miles from the airport. This 13th-century Scottish castle wedding venue, with its private chapel and moat, charming interiors and strong family history, will capture your heart. Expect a bespoke wedding breakfast from award-winning chefs and elegant four-poster rooms with landscape views.
Ayrshire, Scotland
Weddings for up to 40 guests (up to 200 in a marquee). Sleeps up to 40 guests in 22 rooms.
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On an enchanting woodland estate, a 700-year-old facade houses a rich history and elegant, dramatic interiors. Heirlooms and artwork give each room a story, complementing that of your exclusive-use wedding. Enjoy exceptional cuisine for an enviable wedding breakfast, a turret bridal suite and mesmerising views across the Firth of Clyde.
Midlothian, near Edinburgh, Scotland
Weddings for up to 60 guests (up to 150 in a marquee). Sleeps up to 72 guests in 33 rooms.
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This beautifully restored 18th-century castle offers the perfect blend of classic charm and modern luxury, set against 54 acres of lush woodlands and manicured gardens. Conveniently situated just outside Edinburgh, Melville has the versatility, space and experience to help create a unique and memorable fairy-tale wedding day.
nr Edinburgh, Scotland
Weddings for up to 150 guests. Sleeps up to 41 guests in 22 rooms.
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Newhall Estate is a stunning Baronial home, situated in an exquisite setting and surrounded by 1,100 acres of magnificent grounds, all within easy reach of Edinburgh. Rich history and modern conveniences make this venue an ideal location for any special event. For maximum flexibility, you can choose to self-cater during your stay, or meals can be provided for an additional charge.
Lauder, Berwickshire, Scotland
Weddings for up to 100 guests (up to 1000 in a marquee). Sleeps up to 16 guests in 8 rooms.
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A 13th-century Scottish Borders estate sits in rolling meadow landscape, 25 minutes from Edinburgh. The grand State Rooms, rustic Vaulted Cellar and unique outdoor spaces, including the Cobbled Courtyard, former Rose Garden and The Terrace, provide flexible options to stage your wedding your way.
Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland
Weddings for up to 100 guests (up to 450 in a marquee). Sleeps up to 79 guests in 38 rooms.
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This historic Ayrshire property, less than an hour from Glasgow, with its manicured lawns and 18th-century walled garden, appeared as Balmoral Castle in Oscar-winning film ‘The Queen’. Regency architecture houses traditional, 5-star luxury of four-poster beds and a flying staircase. Designed for exclusive use, large weddings (marquee available), high, spacious rooms feature long, scenic views.
North Berwick, near Edinburgh, Scotland
Weddings for up to 50 guests (up to 200 in a marquee). Sleeps up to 20 guests in 11 rooms.
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Fenton Tower is a remarkably unique place to stay and was originally built as an ancient monument. The property is now a magnificent, fortified 16th-century tower located just 20 miles east of Edinburgh and can offer intimate surrounds for wedding couples and their guests.
Elgin, Morayshire, Scotland
Weddings for up to 80 guests (up to 280 in a marquee). Sleeps up to 52 guests in 27 rooms.
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Set in the scenic Scottish Highlands, this 17th-century estate combines historic charm with luxury. Guests enjoy access to beautifully designed public rooms, formal gardens, and a vast 5,000-acre estate ideal for events, family holidays, or retreats. Relax in elegant interiors or explore the woodlands and seasonal blooms.
Kilmartin, Argyll, Scotland
Weddings for up to 20 guests. Sleeps up to 10 guests in 5 rooms.
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Expertly and thoughtfully restored after 200 years of abandonment, this rustic 16th-century castle combines modern luxury with a bold, yet welcoming interior. Spiral staircases, vaulted stone ceilings and individually-named bedrooms conjure romance and a palpable history adds character; a stunning backdrop for a truly intimate and unique wedding.
Speyside, Scotland
Weddings for up to 40 guests. Sleeps up to 28 guests in 14 rooms.
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An iconic Baronial-style Highland castle, designed by the famous whisky architect Charles Chree Doig, enjoys mesmerising views of the Cairngorms and boasts a mix of stunning indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces. Opulent, richly-coloured interiors boast unique character, and sumptuous, king-size bedrooms include a bridal suite with wet room.
nr Gretna Green, Scotland
Weddings for up to 150 guests (up to 250 in a marquee). Sleeps up to 49 guests in 21 rooms.
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This 18th-century Scottish wedding venue, six miles from Greta Green, offers the grandest of welcomes up a dramatic stone staircase. The round garden ceremony and spectacular wedding room will enchant, whilst serene parkland views, exquisite painted ceilings and elegantly bedrooms add to Sprinkell’s charming ambiance.
Peebles, Scotland
Weddings for up to 34 guests (up to 100 in a marquee). Sleeps up to 6 guests in 3 rooms.
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Scotland’s oldest inhabited castle, visited by 27 Scottish Kings and Queens, including Mary Queen of Scots, nestles 30 miles from Edinburgh on a woodland estate featuring various indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, including a chapel, maze, river and walled garden. Its 900-year-old facade houses characterful, antique-filled rooms featuring elegant 18th-century design to capture the romance of your wedding.
nr Edinburgh, Scotland
Weddings for up to 120 guests (up to 250 in a marquee). Sleeps up to 52 guests in 24 rooms.
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Tucked into the heart of East Lothian’s sweeping countryside, Winton Castle is over 500 years old and set amidst ancient woodland, parkland walks, and the serene beauty of rural Scotland. It is just a short drive from Edinburgh and its international airport, as well as from picturesque landscapes, adventurous outdoor pursuits, and some of the country’s finest historic sites and attractions.
Near Moffat, Dumfriesshire, Scotland, Scotland
Weddings for up to 110 guests. Sleeps up to 52 guests in 26 rooms.
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Bring your dreams to life in this luxury exclusive-use wedding venue. From gilded staircases to fairy-tale gardens, Auchen is a beautiful castle worthy of your wedding celebrations. This elegant castle is just a short drive from the famous Greta Green.
Peebles, near Edinburgh, Scotland
Weddings for up to 70 guests. Sleeps up to 32 guests in 14 rooms.
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This peaceful Baronial mansion resides 30 minutes from Edinburgh in 28-acre wooded parkland. Stone walls reach up to turrets that overlook the serene Scottish Borders and a four-sectioned walled garden. Opt for an intimate midweek gathering or exclusive-use weekend wedding in grand, spacious rooms with award-winning hospitality.
Kinbuck, Stirlingshire, Scotland
Weddings for up to 100 guests. Sleeps up to 47 guests in 20 rooms.
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Cromlix is a beautifully restored Victorian mansion set within a 34-acre Stirlingshire estate. Offering five-star country house elegance with bold, characterful interiors, exceptional seasonal dining, tennis courts, falconry and spa treatments - all just an hour from Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Blantyre, near Glasgow, Scotland
Weddings for up to 250 guests. Sleeps up to 18 guests in 9 rooms.
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This 5-star, 17th-century castle hotel sits on a glorious riverside estate 30 minutes from Glasgow. Exquisite bedroom suites have been beautifully, authentically restored alongside a gold-leafed ceremony room and grand ballroom. Bespoke weddings feature an award-winning executive head chef, four-storey private bridal tower and breathtaking views.
Fettercairn, Laurencekirk, Scotland
Weddings for up to 120 guests (up to 200 in a marquee). Sleeps up to 40 guests in 19 rooms.
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Fasque Castle is nestled at the foot of Scotland’s Grampian Mountains. Here, centuries of history, breath-taking scenery and timeless elegance come together. Reached by a winding, tree-lined drive through its private woodland estate and deer park, this magnificent exclusive-use Highland castle offers an unforgettable setting for your wedding, combining grand surroundings with the warmth and intimacy of a country house.
Ayrshire, Scotland
Weddings for up to 120 guests. Sleeps up to 29 guests in 14 rooms.
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Whether for a private celebration or countryside escape, Rowallan delivers a distinctive experience where heritage, hospitality and natural beauty unite. The castle’s interiors retain the historic character of the castle in richly furnished reception rooms with open fireplaces and ornate ceilings, which together create the perfect setting for celebratory dinners and spending quality time with loved ones.
Ballantrae, Ayrshire, Scotland
Weddings for up to 70 guests (up to 150 in a marquee). Sleeps up to 46 guests in 23 rooms.
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This magnificent coastal countryside setting, an hour from Prestwick Airport, features a tree-lined drive, beautiful gardens, a private chapel and 17 exquisitely and uniquely-decorated suites. Whether a wedding-for-two or large-scale, you will enjoy a distinctive, carefully-crafted wedding breakfast in your choice of stunningly-dressed venues across the vast estate.
Duns, Berwickshire, Scotland
Weddings for up to 150 guests. Sleeps up to 26 guests in 12 rooms.
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A traditional crenellated castle with battlements boasts a plethora of Georgian windows offering all-encompassing views across hedge-trimmed landscaped grounds. The regal facade houses a charming interior, from a wrought-iron stone staircase, an elegant four-columned ceremony space to delightfully-designed, large bedrooms. A wonderful, vaulted barn space plays host to rustic wedding celebrations.
Glenisla, Perthshire, Scotland
Weddings for up to 24 guests. Sleeps up to 16 guests in 7 rooms.
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This 16th-century stone facade, blending synonymously with its remote Cairngorms landscape, offers indoor or outdoor ceremonies against a Scottish Highlands backdrop. Beautifully-restored, the castle features regally-designed four-poster bedrooms that appear locked in time, a tiny chapel and welcoming, sumptuous rooms in which to celebrate intimate weddings.
Hello, I’m Beth, Celtic Castles’ Senior Wedding Specialist.
Celtic Castles has been operating for 30 years and we’re the world’s leading independent experts in castle weddings, our free service having helped thousands of couples find the perfect venue. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a grand celebration, our experienced team can make finding a castle effortless and exciting.
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