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Price: Up to £7,500
Guests: 150
Bedrooms: 14
Deals available: 4
Limited-Time Offers & Deals (4)
Description
Description
Mabie House, set atop an elevated position amidst 2500 acres of scenic Scottish forest, offers breath-taking countryside vistas in every direction. We are nestled amidst the serene beauty of Mabie Forest, a mere 3.5-mile drive from Dumfries along the stunning Solway Coast. Its 17th-century charm exudes an enchanting allure, complemented by manicured lawns and sensational gardens that envelop the estate. Whether couples envision an intimate indoor ceremony within the historic house or prefer to exchange vows amid the natural splendor of the grounds or the modern elegance of the Garden Pavilion, Mabie accommodates weddings of all sizes and styles. The unspoiled beauty of its surroundings serves as an idyllic backdrop for both ceremonies and wedding photography, ensuring unforgettable moments and cherished memories for couples and their guests alike.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Phillipa Carson
It's a pleasure to be a wedding events manager at Mabie House, a venue that holds a special significance for me. My journey began alongside my mum and dad, who built this cherished establishment from nothing into the reputable venue it is today. With a deep-rooted commitment to excellence and a passion for hospitality, we've crafted a venue known for its warmth and charm. Let's craft a wedding day filled with cherished moments and heartfelt touches that truly capture the essence of Mabie House.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1998
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
8
Overview of Mabie House
Wedding Venue Type
Country House / Manor House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
150
Reception Capacity
200
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
14
Sleeps No. of People
34
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Wedding Venue Details
Wedding Catering
Cultural Specialists
Pricing for Mabie House
Pricing for Mabie House
What's Included?
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Our Garden Pavilion is available to hire for weddings, with prices varying depending on the season and day of the week. Hire fees range from £4,350 to £7,500.
Please note: These rates apply to the Garden Pavilion only. If you choose to get married inside the hotel, there is no venue hire charge.
Hide detailsReviews (28)
- LLily & Cameron07/09/2025A Fairytale WeddingA Fairytale WeddingWe would like to say a huge thank you to you and all of the team at Mabie, for helping to make our day so special - it was everything we could have hoped for. The team at Mabie made it so easy to relax and enjoy the day, knowing that everything was in safe hands. We had two meetings with the team at Mabie beforehand, first to show us around the venue, and then once we had booked we had another 1 month out to talk through the finer details of the day. The team were also always available on email to answer any little question we had, always within the same day of us asking. They really put our minds at ease as their experience shone through. All of our guests had an amazing time as well and enjoyed the cosy atmosphere of the hotel.We would like to say a huge thank you to you and all of the team at Mabie, for helping to make our day so special - it was everything we could have hoped for. The team at Mabie made it so easy to relax and enjoy the day, knowing that everything was in safe hands. We had two meetings with the team at Mabie beforehand, first to show us around the venue, and then once we had booked we had another 1 month out to talk through the finer details of the day. The team were also always available on email to answer any little question we had, always within the same day of us asking. They really put our minds at ease as their experience shone through. All of our guests had an amazing time as well and enjoyed the cosy atmosphere of the hotel.
- JJosh16/08/2025Amazing Venue and StaffAmazing Venue and StaffWe had our ceremony and reception at Mabie House. From our very first viewing of the venue, Phillipa was amazing at responding to our questions and providing all the details we wanted. She was very professional and really made us feel confident in our choice. The team were able to do our wedding food fully vegetarian, and the chefs were able to create our off-menu requests. The day itself went exactly as we hoped and Sam was great in making sure everything went to schedule and that we were both happy throughout the day. Many of our guests also commented on how stunning the venue and grounds are as well!We had our ceremony and reception at Mabie House. From our very first viewing of the venue, Phillipa was amazing at responding to our questions and providing all the details we wanted. She was very professional and really made us feel confident in our choice. The team were able to do our wedding food fully vegetarian, and the chefs were able to create our off-menu requests. The day itself went exactly as we hoped and Sam was great in making sure everything went to schedule and that we were both happy throughout the day. Many of our guests also commented on how stunning the venue and grounds are as well!
- LLois and Euan29/07/2025Our Dream WeddingOur Dream WeddingMabie is a very special place for us both, as we got engaged on a walk in the nearby forest, so we always knew that we wanted to get married at Mabie House. From our first enquiry all the way through, we cannot thank the team enough on their constant communication, help, reassurance and advice throughout the whole wedding planning process. As quite a Type A bride, who likes to be in control of everything, when it came to the actual day I was able to let loose knowing that the team had everything in hand and had no worries at all. The setting, of course, is absolutely beautiful and we couldn't have wished for more. We've had so many lovely compliments from many of our guests about the team, and the venue itself on how great it was and how the day ran. I'm sad that the wedding is over (not the planning part!) but will always look back at it with many fond memories and knowing that we chose the absolute perfect venue for us! Thank you guys so much again for all your help! Mabie is a very special place for us both, as we got engaged on a walk in the nearby forest, so we always knew that we wanted to get married at Mabie House. From our first enquiry all the way through, we cannot thank the team enough on their constant communication, help, reassurance and advice throughout the whole wedding planning process. As quite a Type A bride, who likes to be in control of everything, when it came to the actual day I was able to let loose knowing that the team had everything in hand and had no worries at all. The setting, of course, is absolutely beautiful and we couldn't have wished for more. We've had so many lovely compliments from many of our guests about the team, and the venue itself on how great it was and how the day ran. I'm sad that the wedding is over (not the planning part!) but will always look back at it with many fond memories and knowing that we chose the absolute perfect venue for us! Thank you guys so much again for all your help!
- DDave and Julie24/04/2025Staff, food & service was excellentStaff, food & service was excellentTo Phillipa, Sam & team. Thank you so much for making Dave & Julia's wedding such a wonderful event. Staff, food & service was excellent. To Phillipa, Sam & team. Thank you so much for making Dave & Julia's wedding such a wonderful event. Staff, food & service was excellent.
- AAndrew & Louise09/04/2025The White’sThe White’sWe booked our wedding back in 2022. The team at Mabie are great to deal with and very responsive to any questions. Our big day ran so smoothly; the food was amazing, the grounds and hotel are well kept and make a perfect setting for pictures and Phillipa and the rest of the team are very attentive and looked after us and all our guests during the day and into the night. Thank you so much! We booked our wedding back in 2022. The team at Mabie are great to deal with and very responsive to any questions. Our big day ran so smoothly; the food was amazing, the grounds and hotel are well kept and make a perfect setting for pictures and Phillipa and the rest of the team are very attentive and looked after us and all our guests during the day and into the night. Thank you so much!
- RRobbie & Hannah17/03/2025Our dream wedding day!Our dream wedding day!Thank you to Mabie House Hotel (Phillipa and the whole team!) for the most amazing day that we could ever have wished for! They ensured that the day ran so smoothly and our guests were delighted with the service, the food and the venue itself. Such a stunning location to get married and it will forever hold special memories for our family. Thank you to Mabie House Hotel (Phillipa and the whole team!) for the most amazing day that we could ever have wished for! They ensured that the day ran so smoothly and our guests were delighted with the service, the food and the venue itself. Such a stunning location to get married and it will forever hold special memories for our family.
- NNorah Clelland25/11/2024I wanted to say thankyou to you all Norah ClellandI wanted to say thankyou to you all Norah ClellandTo the owners &staff reception, bar ,waiting staff to cleaner , & chefs you all went above and beyond for my granddaughters & grandson inlaws wedding, 23/11/2024, food was amazing wedding dinner excellent , I wanted to say thankyou to you all Norah Clelland ( gran of the bride )To the owners &staff reception, bar ,waiting staff to cleaner , & chefs you all went above and beyond for my granddaughters & grandson inlaws wedding, 23/11/2024, food was amazing wedding dinner excellent , I wanted to say thankyou to you all Norah Clelland ( gran of the bride )
- KKieran and Briagh23/11/2024It was everything we hoped for and more!It was everything we hoped for and more!We feel so fortunate to have chosen Mabie as our wedding venue, especially with just 40 days to plan our special day. Phillipa and her incredible team went above and beyond to ensure everything ran seamlessly in the lead-up to and on the day itself. Our entire celebration took place in the stunning Pavilion, which many of our guests described as beautifully cosy and inviting. The surrounding grounds provided the perfect backdrop for our wedding photos, creating memories we’ll cherish forever. We feel so fortunate to have chosen Mabie as our wedding venue, especially with just 40 days to plan our special day. Phillipa and her incredible team went above and beyond to ensure everything ran seamlessly in the lead-up to and on the day itself. Our entire celebration took place in the stunning Pavilion, which many of our guests described as beautifully cosy and inviting. The surrounding grounds provided the perfect backdrop for our wedding photos, creating memories we’ll cherish forever.
- JJoey & Jamie25/10/2024A great nightA great nightWe got married abroad so only had an evening reception at Mabie. We fell in love with the Pavillon as soon as we viewed it! It has such a calming vibe. The staff were so helpful from start to finish, so we had a smooth day! We booked out the whole hotel for our guests and around 30 of us also had dinner in the restaurant before our reception, which tasted great! There are good gluten free and gluten free available dishes. The wedding room did our decor. We had our own mirror which we wanted put up for selfies, which Mabie staff helped us do. All in all it was a great day!We got married abroad so only had an evening reception at Mabie. We fell in love with the Pavillon as soon as we viewed it! It has such a calming vibe. The staff were so helpful from start to finish, so we had a smooth day! We booked out the whole hotel for our guests and around 30 of us also had dinner in the restaurant before our reception, which tasted great! There are good gluten free and gluten free available dishes. The wedding room did our decor. We had our own mirror which we wanted put up for selfies, which Mabie staff helped us do. All in all it was a great day!
- KKerrie and Jim Campbell25/10/2024Magical Mabie House WeddingMagical Mabie House WeddingWe had a very small last minute intimate wedding. Phillipa was fabulous at providing me with options through email, and the whole process was stress and hassle free. The day of the wedding was wonderful and I couldn't fault the beautiful venue and grounds nor the exceptional staff and amazing food. We had a very small last minute intimate wedding. Phillipa was fabulous at providing me with options through email, and the whole process was stress and hassle free. The day of the wedding was wonderful and I couldn't fault the beautiful venue and grounds nor the exceptional staff and amazing food.
Location & Contact Details for Mabie House
Location & Contact Details for Mabie House
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
We've had the pleasure of hosting numerous weddings over the years, but my personal favourite remains my own wedding back in August 2021.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
A number one wedding tip would be to prioritize open communication with your partner and vendors. Effective communication ensures that everyone involved is on the same page, leading to a smoother planning process and a more enjoyable wedding day.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
The bride & groom doing personalised clay mini statues of each guest.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
rustic, homely, idyllic, charming, picturesque
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
Walled lower Garden
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
Every couple is celebrity for us !
What’s your favourite canapé?
Haggis Bon Bon
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Pizza !!!
What is your venue's most unique feature?
Our Gardens
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our staff who will go above & beyond to make sure your day runs as smoothly as possible.
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Bridebook Benefits
Bridebook Special OfferComplimentary suite for the newlyweds on the night of the wedding.
