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Discover Ardkinglas Estate: A Stunning Wedding Venue on Loch Fyne
Imagine saying “I do” surrounded by mountains, forest, and the serene waters of Loch Fyne. Ardkinglas Estate, a historic family-owned property in Cairndow, Argyll, offers just that—a peaceful and private setting for your wedding, yet conveniently located just over an hour from Glasgow Airport. At the heart of the estate is Ardkinglas House, a beautiful home designed by Sir Robert Lorimer in 1907, featuring elegant reception rooms and sweeping terraced lawns that create a breathtaking backdrop for your special day.
Flexible Spaces for Weddings Big and Small
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Ardkinglas Estate adapts to your vision. The venue comfortably hosts weddings from as few as 2 guests up to 200, with tailored options to suit your style and size.
- Small Weddings (2–70 guests): Enjoy the charm of the main house’s linked reception rooms. The oval Morning Room is ideal for intimate ceremonies of 4 to 14 people, while the Lorimer Hall or Dining Room offer stunning views over Loch Fyne for your reception drinks and dining.
- Large Weddings (up to 200 guests): Celebrate outdoors in the estate’s expansive gardens with a marquee or tipi. The site is fully equipped with water and electricity, and the experienced team can connect you with trusted suppliers to bring your vision to life.
Personalize Every Moment: Ceremonies and Receptions Your Way
Ardkinglas Estate gives you the freedom to create a wedding day that truly reflects you. Choose to hold your ceremony inside the historic house, on the terrace overlooking the loch, or beneath a marquee in the gardens. The estate is licensed for both religious and humanist ceremonies. For receptions, smaller groups (up to 30 guests) can enjoy the intimate Dining Room, while larger celebrations thrive in the marquee. With exclusive use of the entire estate, you’ll have complete privacy and flexibility—including the option to bring your own caterers and suppliers—so your wedding feels uniquely yours.
Comfort and Charm: Accommodation and Beautiful Surroundings
For the couple or a few close guests, The Butler’s Quarters offers a cozy self-catering apartment within the main house, sleeping up to five people. It features a private entrance and stunning views over the loch. Additional accommodation options are available nearby in Cairndow, Inveraray, and Strachur. The estate itself spans approximately 4,800 hectares, boasting magnificent woodland gardens and champion trees—providing endless, picturesque spots for your wedding photos.
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Reviews (11)
- EEmma and Tom21/06/2023Wedding 2023Wedding 2023We had our wedding in May at Ardlinglas House, with two large tents in the gardens. The entire process, through booking, setup and the event itself went perfectly, and the team on hand at ardkinglas throughout were brilliant ! 5/5 top wedding venue !We had our wedding in May at Ardlinglas House, with two large tents in the gardens. The entire process, through booking, setup and the event itself went perfectly, and the team on hand at ardkinglas throughout were brilliant ! 5/5 top wedding venue !
- VVisitor to Ardkinglas Woodland Garden26/04/2023Stunning...Stunning...Stunning, breathtaking, magnificent just a few words that came to mind as we walked through the woodland. If you love nature, you need to visit this place. You will not be disappointed. For £5 you can experience one of the most wonderful woodlands you will ever experience. It was so beautiful, we made an extra donation of £20. It's kept in great condition, the single Gardner has there work cut out for them, but it's flawless. There is something for everyone on this walk. I won't go I to details Stunning, breathtaking, magnificent just a few words that came to mind as we walked through the woodland. If you love nature, you need to visit this place. You will not be disappointed. For £5 you can experience one of the most wonderful woodlands you will ever experience. It was so beautiful, we made an extra donation of £20. It's kept in great condition, the single Gardner has there work cut out for them, but it's flawless. There is something for everyone on this walk. I won't go I to details
- VVisitors26/04/2023Great walk...Great walk...Great walk that is very well looked after. Clearly a lot of love has been put into it! Definitely worth it! - Plants and trees are well labelled - Maps are available at the car park - Gruffalo walk and very cute fairy village - Beautiful pond with lilly pads - Red squirrels can be seen - Dog friendly (Dogs to be kept on the lead)Great walk that is very well looked after. Clearly a lot of love has been put into it! Definitely worth it! - Plants and trees are well labelled - Maps are available at the car park - Gruffalo walk and very cute fairy village - Beautiful pond with lilly pads - Red squirrels can be seen - Dog friendly (Dogs to be kept on the lead)
- VVisitors26/04/2023Visit to the Garden Visit to the GardenThe best garden that I have ever seen in the entire UK. The trees are absolutely amazing. The land is rather fairy and probably can only be found in The Lord of the Rings. Highly recommended. Will visit again.The best garden that I have ever seen in the entire UK. The trees are absolutely amazing. The land is rather fairy and probably can only be found in The Lord of the Rings. Highly recommended. Will visit again.
- CCouple15/03/2023A Walk in the Woods with Lots of InterestA Walk in the Woods with Lots of InterestArdkinglas House is the set for various movies and TV series. We learned of it that way and based on our discussions the same was true of other visitors. We came here to see the house, but it has only very limited hours and ended up visiting the woodland garden instead. That turned out to be a very good choice. The gardens go along the edge of a valley. It is a naturally beautiful setting, but they have also added other attractions along the way. We had an enjoyable afternoon walking the paths. Ardkinglas House is the set for various movies and TV series. We learned of it that way and based on our discussions the same was true of other visitors. We came here to see the house, but it has only very limited hours and ended up visiting the woodland garden instead. That turned out to be a very good choice. The gardens go along the edge of a valley. It is a naturally beautiful setting, but they have also added other attractions along the way. We had an enjoyable afternoon walking the paths.
- FFamily14/03/2023A Real Gem!A Real Gem!A real gem of a garden which gave much pleasure to us on a lovely day. The Gruffalo Trail was excellent as was the Fairy Trail. It took about 2 hrs to do the trail and enjoy the lovely treesA real gem of a garden which gave much pleasure to us on a lovely day. The Gruffalo Trail was excellent as was the Fairy Trail. It took about 2 hrs to do the trail and enjoy the lovely trees
- CCouple14/03/2023Wedding venueWedding venueThis is a stunning house that the owner kindly hired for my brother in law's wedding.the bits we saw were amazing and the views were picturesqueThis is a stunning house that the owner kindly hired for my brother in law's wedding.the bits we saw were amazing and the views were picturesque
- FFamily14/03/2023Stunning!Stunning!Great Edwardian country house, fabulous views. Real history lesson from our lovely guide. Beautiful rooms and outstanding workmanship throughout, well worth a visit. And the Gruffalo Trail is in the grounds too for the wee ones. Very scenic grounds with a super wee lochan. The Ladies Garden features many rhododendrons and rare azaleas and is simply amazing in May (only open to the public for two weeks in May)Great Edwardian country house, fabulous views. Real history lesson from our lovely guide. Beautiful rooms and outstanding workmanship throughout, well worth a visit. And the Gruffalo Trail is in the grounds too for the wee ones. Very scenic grounds with a super wee lochan. The Ladies Garden features many rhododendrons and rare azaleas and is simply amazing in May (only open to the public for two weeks in May)
- CCouples14/03/2023Fabulous colourful gardens with lovely views of loFabulous colourful gardens with lovely views of loTranquil and bucolic, plenty of birdsong and leisurely strolls through the gently tended house gardens of towering rhododendrons and azaleas. Quiet views of the Loch and no noise from the traffic on the other side - woodland walk amongst the hugest trees in the country. Along the road in cairndow is the local inn with good good and nice staff and ….. coffee!Tranquil and bucolic, plenty of birdsong and leisurely strolls through the gently tended house gardens of towering rhododendrons and azaleas. Quiet views of the Loch and no noise from the traffic on the other side - woodland walk amongst the hugest trees in the country. Along the road in cairndow is the local inn with good good and nice staff and ….. coffee!
- CCouple14/03/2023Hidden gemHidden gemVisited twice in early July and the place is beautiful, our kids (2 & 5) loves the gruffalo and fairy trails while my wife and I took an interest in the champion trees. The views are stunning and we had a small picnic after enjoying our walk round the gardensVisited twice in early July and the place is beautiful, our kids (2 & 5) loves the gruffalo and fairy trails while my wife and I took an interest in the champion trees. The views are stunning and we had a small picnic after enjoying our walk round the gardens
Location & Contact Details for Ardkinglas Estate
Where is Ardkinglas Estate located?
Ardkinglas Estate is located in Cairndow, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, with the postal code PA26 8BG. It offers a serene setting on the shores of Loch Fyne, surrounded by mountains and forest.
What types of wedding ceremonies can be held at Ardkinglas Estate?
Ardkinglas Estate is licensed for both religious and humanist ceremonies. Couples can choose to hold their ceremony inside the historic Ardkinglas House, on the terrace overlooking Loch Fyne, or beneath a marquee in the expansive gardens.
What is the guest capacity for weddings at Ardkinglas Estate?
The estate can accommodate weddings ranging from as few as 2 guests to up to 200 guests, making it suitable for intimate gatherings as well as larger celebrations.
What indoor spaces are available for small weddings?
For small weddings with 2 to 70 guests, Ardkinglas Estate offers linked reception rooms within the main house, including:
- The oval Morning Room, ideal for intimate ceremonies of 4 to 14 people.
- Lorimer Hall and the Dining Room, both with stunning views over Loch Fyne for reception drinks and dining.
Are outdoor weddings possible at Ardkinglas Estate?
Yes, for larger weddings of up to 200 guests, couples can celebrate outdoors in the estate's extensive gardens using a marquee or tipi. The site is fully equipped with water and electricity to support your event.
Can I personalize my wedding at Ardkinglas Estate?
Absolutely. The estate provides exclusive use of the entire venue, allowing you full privacy and flexibility. Couples can customize every aspect, including choosing your ceremony location, bringing your own caterers, and selecting trusted suppliers to suit your unique vision.
Is accommodation available on-site at Ardkinglas Estate?
The Butler's Quarters, a cozy self-catering apartment within the main house, is available for the couple or a few close guests. It accommodates up to five people, has a private entrance, and offers stunning views over Loch Fyne. Additional accommodation is available in nearby areas such as Cairndow, Inveraray, and Strachur.
What kind of surrounding landscape and scenery does Ardkinglas Estate offer for weddings?
The estate spans approximately 4,800 hectares, featuring magnificent woodland gardens, champion trees, and picturesque views of mountains and Loch Fyne. These natural settings provide beautiful spots for wedding photography and memorable moments.
How accessible is Ardkinglas Estate for guests traveling from afar?
Ardkinglas Estate is conveniently located just over an hour's drive from Glasgow Airport, making it accessible for guests traveling from different regions or internationally.
Does Ardkinglas Estate provide event support and supplier connections?
The experienced team at Ardkinglas Estate can connect you with trusted suppliers and support services to help bring your wedding vision to life, ensuring a smooth and personalized experience.
