Welcome to Borthwick Castle, where history, luxury and kinship meet. Nestled in the beautiful rolling hills of Midlothian, only 30 minutes from Edinburgh, the majestic Borthwick Castle provides an idyllic setting for creating a truly unforgettable Scottish wedding experience.

As you enter the ancient arched gateway of Borthwick Castle, you enter a whole new world of luxury and regal style. Since its construction in 1430, Borthwick Castle has encountered many of the key personalities in British history and culture, from Mary Queen of Scots and Oliver Cromwell to Sir Walter Scott and J. M. Turner.

Today Borthwick Castle is the locus of unforgettable experiences, steeped in authentic style, understated luxury and unparalleled intimacy in service, providing its treasured guests with a Scottish castle experience like no other. It is now the most stunning of castle wedding venues, complete with twelve-bed chambers and room for 80 guests, available for exclusive use.

Couples love to create unforgettable experiences for themselves and their friends loved ones at Borthwick – a hallowed place that is mythic, inviting, memorable and photogenic all at once. The twelve uniquely designed bedchambers each have painstakingly designed bespoke bathrooms full of charm, authenticity and quality as well as the three principal rooms that still reflect the medieval grandeur of the Lords that once walked in them. Our Gatehouse is designated as the bridal suite, with its Italian roll-top marble bathtub, four poster bed and majestic marble his and hers bathroom, creating the most romantic of settings.

With private hire comes Borthwick Castle’s dedicated team who are passionate about making your stay a truly once in a lifetime experience, providing the warmest of welcomes, discreet professional service and those exquisite personal touches throughout your stay.

There are no set rules or menus at Borthwick Castle, because you can choose whatever is most to your delight: a sensory whisky tasting experience, traditional games on the lawn, a fabulous feast in the great hall, delightful walks in the surrounding countryside, golf at some of Scotland’s top courses or a tailor-made tour of Edinburgh’s historic landmarks.

So join us within these walls, and create an experience truly like no other.