How much does it cost to get married at Ardross Castle?
You have no doubt heard the name Ardross Castle over recent months as the magnificent location for the hit BBC show The Traitors. The 19th-century Highlands castle and grounds has been used for the filming since 2022 and the property has been beautifying our TV screens and creating a bit of a stir!
Although Ardross Castle is not currently offered for weddings through our bespoke online service, you have certainly come to the right place because Celtic Castles can offer a selection of wonderful alternatives. Our plethora of hand-picked castles are situated throughout the UK and Ireland and cater for a wide range of budgets.
We hope these unique Scottish locations will capture your imagination and help in your wedding planning journey...
Borthwick Castle
With a 600-year heritage, the Medieval Borthwick that once protected Mary Queen of Scots, offers dramatic interiors brimming with character within a breath-taking landscape, all just 30 minutes from Edinburgh.
The dark wood, luxurious fabrics and rich colour of the individually-designed bedrooms inspire romance, whilst spiral staircases, secret doors and vaulted ceilings create a tangible sense of history. Exchange your vows in the atmospheric top-floor Garrison and indulge in a magnificent wedding feast within the exposed stone walls of the Great Hall.
From decadent and grand to simple and intimate, exclusive-use weddings start from £12,500 with food and drink priced in addition.
Birkhill Castle
On the shores of the River Tay, the turreted, gabled-windowed Birkhill offers a dream-like backdrop to your long wedding weekend. Within, large Georgian sash windows allow light to dance off charmingly-decorated walls and colourful furnishings. Overlooking the serene Firth of Tay and coastline beyond, it has been home to Earls of Dundee since the 18th century.
With a romantic walled garden featuring a swimming pool, enchanting woodland, rustic beach and sweeping grounds, your intimate wedding party can make themselves at home on the estate. Add to this a butler service, grand ballroom and divinely-styled bedrooms sleeping 28 guests, and Birkhill becomes a most tempting castle for your intimate wedding.
Your 3-day all-inclusive package (with access over four days) is available from £32,000.
Killochan Castle
This 700-year-old grade-A-listed property, situated on a secluded and atmospheric Ayrshire estate, can be exclusively enjoyed by your small wedding party.
Beautifully-preserved interiors feature a decadent Scottish style. Exchange your vows in the impressive surroundings of the Great Hall or out on the manicured lawn, and later invite guests to your regal wedding feast in the opulent, yet intimate, Dining Room.
For a unique photo opportunity, follow the spiral staircase to the turret deck, capturing your first married moments against the striking backdrop over the Firth of Clyde.
Castle hire starts at £5500 per night (low season), based on 18 guests. Wedding catering and further luxury estate cottage accommodation is priced separately.
Blairquhan Castle
If Downton Abbey grandeur is a wedding day must-have, this pearl of Regency architecture set in the heart of tranquil Ayrshire countryside could be the one for you. High rooms boast parkland views over manicured lawns, exquisite food is served with exceptional service and spacious bedrooms are gracefully styled.
A floating staircase leads to a gallery overlooking a central ceremony space, whilst floor-to-ceiling windows light up the golden Salon for your elegant wedding breakfast.
An intimate wedding for 30 guests is priced from £13,840 (up to £21,390 for 80 guests). The 15 bedrooms and estate cottages are priced in addition.
Newhall Estate
This sophisticated and inviting Scottish baronial home, complete with turrets and tall chimneys, boasts a rich history and a charming character. The breath-taking estate, set on the outskirts of Edinburgh, encapsulates the beauty of each season. The forested grounds feature waterfalls, caves, secret trails and bountiful gardens and give way to a rugged backdrop of rolling hills.
A light-filled conservatory with garden views provides a magical space for your wedding ceremony and the old Coach House’s bright canvas seats up to 150 wedding guests.
Exclusive hire for 29 guests starts at £5000 per night (minimum 2-night stay) with catering and further accommodation quoted separately.
Why use Celtic Castles?
To start with, we offer a completely free, unbiased service, from your initial venue search through to the booking process. Our comprehensive, easy-to-navigate website provides an extensive array of both exclusive-use properties and castle hotels featuring detailed descriptions and beautiful photographs. Our castle experts offer a truly personal service and are available 24/7 to discuss your bespoke wedding requirements, offering independent advice on any of our castles.
What truly sets Celtic Castles apart from the rest is our extensive knowledge and passion for staying in castles – our experts can give advice on any aspect from precisely what to consider when choosing a castle, to how to make the most of your stay. Please take a browse on our website and we’ll help start you on your wedding journey.