Culzean Castle

Culzean Castle wedding venue near Girvan and Ayr

Culzean Castle is located is an exclusive use historic castle. With its historic connections, it is one of the most sought after exclusive castle rental in south west Scotland.

Rising majestically from its clifftop location looking over to the Isle of Arran, exclusive hire gives you one of the finest venues that is set amidst 240 hectares of beautiful south Ayrshire countryside.

Grand, spectacular wedding venues don’t get much better than this. With enchanting terraced gardens, charming follies, relaxing woodland walks and inviting sandy beaches. Welcome to Culzean, one of the most spectacular wedding venues near Girvan in south west Scotland.

Redesigned by the famous Scottish architect Robert Adam for the Earl of Cassillis between 1777 and 1792, Culzean and its gardens offer the perfect wedding venue with outstanding ocean views.

If you are dreaming of a Culzean Castle wedding, it will be grand and sumptuous. It will also be intimate and relaxed; religious, civil or humanist; we guarantee outstanding service and memories you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

Corporate Events

Any Culzean Castle events will offer a versatile venue for a wide range of events, from corporate events, meetings and team building activities to lavish gala dinners and product launches.

Entertain your clients at Culzean and impress your guests with a Champagne private guided tour led by our expert guides, followed by a sumptuous meal in the Dining Room. Our creative chefs use the very best local and seasonal produce to create your menu – including ingredients from the castle’s walled garden!

The extensive grounds also provide a stunning backdrop for team building and large marquee events. Why not combine a morning meeting with afternoon team building activity? Contact our event management team for our competitive day delegate rate.

Ideal for incentive itineraries and team building activities. your group can participate in a mini Highland Games on the lawns or experience a whisky tasting. For golf enthusiasts, combine your Culzean Castle events with a round of golf at Royal Troon, Turnberry and Prestwick championship golf courses – all are within easy reach.

Historic accommodation at Culzean Castle

Castles to stay in Scotland? What better way to end your Culzean Castle wedding by staying in The Eisenhower. The historic accommodation is located on the top floor, is decorated in the style of a country house hotel with six double bedrooms. It also has a drawing room and a dining room. All accessed using the original 1920s elevator.

The apartment at Culzean was gifted to President Eisenhower in 1945 in recognition of his role in the Second World War, and members of his family and close friends stayed here on several occasions. Rooms can be hired individually or on an exclusive basis.

Within the estate of Culzean there are also five beautifully appointed self-catering cottages: Brewhouse Flat, Royal Artillery Cottage, Ardlochan Lodge, North Segganwell and South Segganwell. Each cottage can sleep up to four guests and can be hired for a week or a short break. Maximum Capacity: 32

Cuzean Castle state dining room and round drawing room

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 country’s oldest families, the Culzean Kennedys can trace their ancestry to Robert the Bruce.

The State Dining Room at Culzean can comfortably seat up to 60 guests. The castle’s original oak dining table can also be used to seat more intimate parties of up to 36. Maximum Capacity: 60

Round Drawing Room: Used as a grand reception room by the 10th Earl of Cassillis to entertain guests and dignitaries, the Round Drawing Room is an ideal location for ceremonies. Picture your Culzean Castle wedding. Imagine exchanging your vows in front of your friends and family, surrounded by six spectacular windows offering panoramic sea views across the Firth of Clyde to the Isle of Arran. The room is lavishly decorated with ornate cornicing, giltwood chairs and a crystal chandelier. Maximum Capacity: 72