Description
A Historic and Romantic Wedding Venue in the Heart of Alloway
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that blends timeless romance with stunning natural beauty, the Brig o' Doon House Hotel in historic Alloway is the perfect choice. This elegant Victorian mansion overlooks the scenic River Doon and is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens that stretch right down to the riverbank.
Beyond its breathtaking views, the venue is steeped in literary history—it’s famously linked to Robert Burns’ poem “Tam o' Shanter”, adding a unique and classic charm to your special day.
Beautiful Ceremony and Reception Spaces for Every Celebration
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Brig o' Doon House Hotel offers flexible spaces to suit your needs. Imagine making a grand entrance down the sweeping staircase before exchanging vows in the main room, featuring an oak-beamed ceiling and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light.
The venue can host up to 220 guests, making it ideal for both small and large weddings. You can celebrate your entire day here—from the ceremony through to the evening reception—all within the elegant surroundings of the hotel. For smaller weddings or private dinners, the adjacent Doonbrae House offers five bedrooms and a cozy, intimate atmosphere.
Expert Planning and Comfortable Accommodation
- Dedicated Wedding Team: From your first visit, a professional team will guide you through every detail, creating a bespoke wedding package tailored to your vision and ensuring your day runs smoothly.
- Luxurious Rooms: The hotel has five luxury en-suite bedrooms, with special discounted rates for your guests. Plus, nearby Kirkgate House offers an additional five stylish bedrooms—perfect for the bridal party to relax and prepare on the big day.
- Exquisite Local Cuisine: The talented chefs craft wedding breakfasts using the finest local ingredients. They offer a variety of menu options and are happy to accommodate any dietary needs, ensuring every guest enjoys a memorable meal.
Picture-Perfect Moments in a Stunning Setting
Your wedding photos will be truly unforgettable thanks to the venue’s gorgeous gardens and surrounding woodlands. Iconic backdrops like the famous Auld Brig, the River Doon, and the Burns Monument provide a romantic and historic setting for your memories.
Recent updates, including a new glass wall along the river, enhance the views and bring the beauty of the outdoors inside. With so many stunning spots both inside and out, you’ll have endless opportunities to capture every special moment of your wedding day.
Experience
Overview of Brig O'Doon House Hotel
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Wedding Venue Details
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Reviews (2)
- KKirsty & Brian03/11/2025Unbelievable UnbelievableBrig O’Doon House Hotel was the most perfect venue for our wedding day! From start to finish, the team were amazing — so attentive, organised, and genuinely caring. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and everything ran so smoothly. The setting itself is absolutely stunning, and the atmosphere on the day was just magical. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful everything was. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate our special day — thank you to everyone at Brig O’Doon for making it truly unforgettable! 💕Brig O’Doon House Hotel was the most perfect venue for our wedding day! From start to finish, the team were amazing — so attentive, organised, and genuinely caring. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and everything ran so smoothly. The setting itself is absolutely stunning, and the atmosphere on the day was just magical. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful everything was. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate our special day — thank you to everyone at Brig O’Doon for making it truly unforgettable! 💕
- SStephen & Andrea06/08/2023The perfect wedding.The perfect wedding.We chose Brig o Doon for our wedding, on the strength of a You Tube video, when we were choosing our venue. Since booking, we have not been disappointed. Any time we visited we were made to feel so special. On the lead up to the wedding Lynsey, Hannah and all the team could not do enough to assist and reassure us that we were in the best of hands. The day itself was perfect. I can say this with certainty as I was a Hotel manager for many years and ran many weddings myself. Hannah has to be the best wedding co-ordinator I have met. Nothing was any problem, even when we changed numbers and had extra guests on the day. My biggest worry was that my guests would be hungry at the end of the day, as often happens at weddings. This was not the case here, they were stuffed. So much so they struggled to eat any of the supper or cake. The bedrooms are huge, and were perfect for the bridal party getting ready, and for all the bits and pieces we accumulated. Our advice if you are reading this, whilst considering booking for your wedding is just do it, you will not be disappointed. It is a stunning venue, with amazing staff, and fantastic value for money too.We chose Brig o Doon for our wedding, on the strength of a You Tube video, when we were choosing our venue. Since booking, we have not been disappointed. Any time we visited we were made to feel so special. On the lead up to the wedding Lynsey, Hannah and all the team could not do enough to assist and reassure us that we were in the best of hands. The day itself was perfect. I can say this with certainty as I was a Hotel manager for many years and ran many weddings myself. Hannah has to be the best wedding co-ordinator I have met. Nothing was any problem, even when we changed numbers and had extra guests on the day. My biggest worry was that my guests would be hungry at the end of the day, as often happens at weddings. This was not the case here, they were stuffed. So much so they struggled to eat any of the supper or cake. The bedrooms are huge, and were perfect for the bridal party getting ready, and for all the bits and pieces we accumulated. Our advice if you are reading this, whilst considering booking for your wedding is just do it, you will not be disappointed. It is a stunning venue, with amazing staff, and fantastic value for money too.
Location & Contact Details for Brig O'Doon House Hotel
Where is Brig O'Doon House Hotel located?
Brig O'Doon House Hotel is located in Alloway, Ayr, South Ayrshire, Scotland, with the postcode KA7 4PQ. It's set in a picturesque area overlooking the River Doon, offering a stunning natural backdrop for weddings.
What makes Brig O'Doon House Hotel a unique wedding venue?
This elegant Victorian mansion is steeped in literary history, famously linked to Robert Burns’ poem "Tam o' Shanter". The venue combines timeless romance with beautiful gardens extending to the riverbank, providing a classic and unique charm to your special day.
What are the wedding venue capacities at Brig O'Doon House Hotel?
The venue can accommodate up to 220 guests, making it ideal for both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations. There are flexible ceremony and reception spaces to suit weddings of varying sizes.
Can I host both the ceremony and reception at Brig O'Doon House Hotel?
Yes, Brig O'Doon House Hotel allows you to celebrate your entire wedding day within its elegant surroundings, from the ceremony to the evening reception, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience.
What accommodation options are available for wedding guests?
The hotel offers five luxury en-suite bedrooms with special discounted rates for wedding guests. Additionally, nearby Kirkgate House features five stylish bedrooms, perfect for the bridal party to relax and prepare on the big day. For smaller weddings, Doonbrae House provides five bedrooms within a cozy, intimate setting.
Does Brig O'Doon House Hotel provide wedding planning assistance?
Yes, a dedicated professional wedding team will work with you from your first visit to guide you through every detail. They create bespoke wedding packages tailored to your vision, ensuring your day runs smoothly.
What kind of catering and menu options are available?
The talented chefs craft exquisite wedding breakfasts using the finest local ingredients. They offer a variety of menu options and can accommodate dietary requirements to ensure every guest enjoys a memorable meal.
Are there beautiful spots for wedding photography at Brig O'Doon House Hotel?
Absolutely. The venue boasts gorgeous gardens, woodlands, and iconic backdrops such as the Auld Brig, the River Doon, and the Burns Monument, providing romantic and historic settings perfect for stunning wedding photos.
What recent updates have been made to enhance the venue's ambiance?
Recent additions include a new glass wall along the river, enhancing views and bringing the beauty of the outdoors inside. This update creates more natural light and seamless integration between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Is Brig O'Doon House Hotel suitable for intimate weddings and private dinners?
Yes, for smaller weddings or private dinners, the adjacent Doonbrae House offers a cozy and intimate atmosphere with five bedrooms, ideal for close-knit celebrations.
