Culzean Castle & Country Park

Weddings

Rising majestically from its clifftop location looking over to the Isle of Arran, Culzean Castle is set amidst 600 acres of beautiful Scottish countryside, with enchanting terraced gardens, charming follies, relaxing woodland walks and inviting sandy beaches. Redesigned by the famous Scottish architect Robert Adam for the Earl of Cassillis between 1777 and 1792, Culzean Castle and its gardens offer the perfect setting for your fairytale wedding. Whether your dream wedding is grand and sumptuous; intimate and relaxed; religious, civil or humanist; we guarantee outstanding service and memories you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

By celebrating your wedding at Culzean you will also be actively supporting the vital work of the National Trust for Scotland, one of Scotland’s leading conservation charities, and helping us protect the nation’s natural and cultural heritage for present and future generations to enjoy.

Your arrival at Culzean Castle

Upon entering the country park, follow the long driveway as it winds through beautiful Scottish woodland, catching glimpses of the castle through the trees. As you walk through Robert Adam’s Roman-inspired ruined arch and across the viaduct, be prepared to be captivated as you catch your first full view of magnificent Culzean Castle.

Beyond the castle’s entrance hall lies the Armoury. Renowned for its world-famous collection of flintlock pistols and swords which adorn the walls, this impressive room is ideal for welcome drinks on arrival and celebratory drinks and canapés following the ceremony.

Your ceremony in Culzean Castle

Within the castle, your ceremony can be held on the Oval Staircase, in the Round Drawing Room or, for small parties, in the Eisenhower Apartment

Oval Staircase

A Robert Adam masterpiece, the Oval Staircase lies at the heart of Culzean Castle. Famous for its soaring colonnades, grand oil paintings and dramatic red carpet, the Oval Staircase is flooded by light from the glass cupola high above.

Your reception at Culzean Castle

Depending on the size of your wedding party and formality of the occasion, Culzean Castle offers you a variety of unique locations for dining.

State Dining Room

Decorated in the Adam Revival style by the 3rd Marquess of Ailsa, the elegant State Dining Room features ornate ceilings, Corinthian pillars and portraits of the Kennedy family who once lived at Culzean. One of Scotland’s oldest families, the Culzean Kennedys can trace their ancestry to Robert the Bruce.

The State Dining Room can comfortably seat up to 72 guests. The castle’s original oak dining table can also be used to seat more intimate parties of up to 36.

About this property

Culzean is the perfect place for a day out for all the family - whether you're a keen walker, a gardener, interested in architecture or happy just to soak up some history.

Robert Adam's 18th-century masterpiece - a real 'castle in the air' - is perched on a cliff high above the crashing waves of the Firth of Clyde.

The Castle itself boasts a spectacular Oval Staircase, the impressive Armoury and the Circular Saloon, with its panoramic views over the Clyde.

The extensive grounds encompass Scotland's first country park where you can explore the deer park, swan pond, miles of woodland walks and adventure playground.