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Dalhousie Castle Christmas 2024
near Edinburgh, Scotland
At a Glance
- 3-night package from £1700
- Includes meals and activities
Dalhouse Castle, situated just eight miles from Edinburgh, is a 13th-century castle, a million miles away from your everyday world!
Imagine waking up in Scotland's oldest inhabited castle on Christmas morning!
This three-night festive break lets you enjoy the finest food, in effortless luxury, to take the stress out of Christmas. Make memories that will last a lifetime!
What it Includes...
24 December
- Arrive and sit down to some light bites, whilst taking in the views over the castle estate;
- Spend an hour in the chapel enjoying the Castle Falconry's 'Owls, Myths and Legends' experience;
- Enjoy a magnificent five-course tasting menu in the restaurant;
- Relax with a warming glass of mulled wine in one of the lounges, followed by a screening of a festive classic in the Brechin Cinema - the perfect way to end the evening!
Christmas Day
- Start the morning with a fabulous Scottish breakfast, before enjoying a leisurely morning in the castle or exploring the grounds;
- A traditional Christmas Day Lunch will be served with all the trimmings;
- The King's Speech can be enjoyed for those who wish at 3 pm, with hot drinks and homemade Christmas cake;
- Take part in the 'Guess the weight of the Christmas cake' competition before the cutting of the cake during the afternoon;
- For those who still have room, a festive charcuterie grazing board, along with sweet treats, is served.
Boxing Day
- After a lazy brunch, you have the opportunity to enjoy laser clay pigeon shooting before a festive lunch;
- During the afternoon, why not take part in a cocktail masterclass, or enjoy a selection of mini-spa treatments?
- Finish celebrating at the castle with a gala dinner, followed by a ceilidh band to dance the night away.
27 December
- Start the day in the right way with a full Scottish breakfast, before saying your farewells - or head to the aqueous spa for some more pampering!
What it Costs...
Tuesday 24 December - Friday 27 December 2024
Castle Classic Room - £850 per person (fully booked)
Castle Superior Room - £875 per person (fully booked)
Castle Four Poster - £900 per person (fully booked)
Castle Suite - £925 per person (fully booked)
Lodge Classic Room - £850 per person - (fully booked)
Lodge Suite - £900 per person (fully booked)
All pricing is per person, based on 2 adults sharing a double/twin room.
For children under 12 years sharing a room with their parents - £215 per child (extra bed £250 per child).
Children 12 + sharing a room with their parents - £450 per child (extra bed £475 per child).
Location
Our Experts Say
Dalhousie Castle Hotel, an enchanting 13th-century fortress just eight miles from Edinburgh, offers a secluded retreat, steeped in history. Renowned for having the longest family lineage of any Scottish castle, guests can choose from 29 individually designed bedrooms. Dining options include the award-winning Dungeon Restaurant with its dramatic ambiance.