Birkhill Castle

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£17,500 - £29,522 for Venue Hire
Up to 40
15 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence

Description

Birkhill Castle is a stunning building on the banks of the River Tay set within 1500 acres of Scottish woodland, farmland and coastal areas. Built in 1780, it is the ancestral home of the Earl of Dundee and his family who, until recently, used the castle as their family home. Despite the fact that Birkhill Castle is steeped in history and grandeur, it offers a warm welcome when you step through the front door. Although the castle is now a business, there are plenty thoughtful touches to make this a luxury home from home. We offer a minimum 3-night stay wedding package that means your wedding will be an event worthy of the occasion. You will get exclusive use of the castle and use of the estate during your stay so it really does feel like you are getting that fairy tale wedding you've always dreamed of. Birkhill Castle has 13 double bedrooms and 2 single rooms so can sleep 28 adults. We also have a beautiful nursery room that can sleep 6 children. Most of these rooms have their own private bathroom as well as ample storage and beautiful views out onto the estate and over the River Tay. We have 7 different locations that the ceremony can take place from inside the Grand Ballroom to an outdoor ceremony on the front lawn overlooking the Firth of Tay. Every wedding here is bespoke and we can help you create an unforgettable wedding day. We are in a perfect location as well to see some of Scotland’s finest sights. Only 20 minutes from St Andrews, an hour to Edinburgh and an hour and a half to the Cairngorm National Park, you can have a true Scottish experience. Our location also offers our golfing couples with a very unique opportunity. There are over 100 golf courses within an hours drive of the Castle including the Old Course in St Andrews, the championship courses at Gleneagles and Carnoustie.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Jamie King and Iona Anderson
We are so excited that you've decided to look at our venue! The castle is absolutely beautiful and the grounds just go on forever so we feel it is just the most magical place for a wedding. We are incredibly lucky to call this place home and we want people to come and experience the magic first hand. We live in a flat on site so we will be there to help you right from the moment you enquire to the moment you say I do.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2000
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 30 and 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4

Overview of Birkhill Castle

Venue Type
Castle
Dining Capacity
40
Reception Capacity
40
No. of Bedrooms
15
Sleeps No. of People
34
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
12:00 PM
Usual Finish Time
10:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Dancefloor Available
Wedding Licence
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted

Venue

Ballroom
Landscaped Gardens
Open Flame Permitted
Grade I/II Listed Building
Bridal Changing Facilities
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Water View
In-House Wedding Coordinator
On-Site Parking
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
Outdoor Reception Space

Food and Drink

No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
External Catering Permitted
Welcome bar included

Pricing for Birkhill Castle

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£17,500
Maximum Price
£29,522
3-day self-catered package from: £17,500.00 (Inc VAT) - Up to 34 guests accommodated inside the Castle in 13 King rooms, 2 single rooms and a nursery for 6 children. For this price you get access over 4 days (1 additional consecutive day over the 3-day hire period). On the day of wedding or event you can have up to 50 guests inside the castle for a seated meal. INCLUDES: • Use of the ballroom for dining and dancing • Venue coordinator • Provision of tables and chairs • House fireplaces set for use • Electricity for additional music and catering requirements • Designated and signed car parking area • Clean up, rubbish and recycling removal • Basic morning housekeeping. NOTE: Catering, alcohol, chef, staff, crockery, cutlery, glassware etc to be supplied by hirer 3 day all inclusive package from: £29,500 (Inc VAT) - Up to 34 guests accommodated inside the Castle in 13 King rooms, 2 single rooms and a nursery for 6 children. For this price you get access over 4 days (1 additional consecutive day over the 3-day hire period). On the day of wedding or event you can have up to 50 guests inside the castle. INCLUDES: - Catering throughout stay and on wedding day - Bespoke menus designed with our award winning catering partner - Royal Butler service - Master of Ceremonies - Waiting staff - Use of the ballroom for dining and dancing - Venue coordinator - Provision of tables and chairs - House fireplaces set for use - Electricity for additional music and catering requirements - Designated and signed car parking area - Clean up, rubbish and recycling removal - Basic morning housekeeping. NOTE: Alcohol and glassware not included in price 2 day all inclusive wedding is £21,000 inc VAT
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Choice of preferred caterers
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Day before set up available
Furniture included
Couple accommodation included
Guest accommodation included

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£50
Maximum Price
£130
What is included in this pricing:
Bespoke menu available
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
No corkage fee
Table linen included

Location & Contact Details for Birkhill Castle

Wedding Venue Address
Cupar KY15 4Q, Cupar, Fife, KY15 4QP, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Birkhill Castle?

1 lucky couple, 8 best friends, 3 days of joy, endless champagne and 1 incredible setting.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Keep organised! Make the special day as stress free as possible by getting it all organised as early as possible.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Homemade gin as the favours.

Describe Birkhill Castle in 5 adjectives

Stunning, Regal, Secluded, Exclusive, Enchanting

Where’s the best photo spot at Birkhill Castle?

The front lawn with views out over the Firth of Tay and back up to the Castle.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Birkhill Castle?

Billy Connolly, Brian Cox and Lord Harry Scrymgeour

What’s your favourite canapé?

Stornoway Black Pudding and Apple Bon Bons with Sweet Chill Apple Dipping Sauce

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

A dram of single malt Whisky by the fireplace in the library.

What is Birkhill Castle most unique feature?

Walled garden with heated swimming pool.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The fact that we are a genuine couple trying to help other couple's dreams to come true.