Duns Castle Weddings
A Duns Castle wedding takes place at a medieval castle in the Scottish Borders, set in a large estate with its own lake and nature reserve, family-owned since 1696. As your planners, we take care of every detail so this authentic castle feels entirely yours.
Duns Castle at a glance
| Location | Near Duns, Scottish Borders |
| Nearest hub | Edinburgh (approx. 1 hr 15 min) |
| Style | Medieval castle, family-owned since 1696 |
| Setting | Large private estate with its own lake and nature reserve |
| Exclusive use | Yes |
| Ceremony options | Gothic Drawing Room, Dining Room, Great Hall, or outdoors |
| Guest capacity | Up to 80 guests |
| Accommodation | 12 bedrooms in the castle, plus 7 self-catering holiday cottages on the grounds |
Why couples love Duns Castle
A true castle feel. Dark stone, historic interiors and a cosy, characterful atmosphere.
Its own lake. Lakeside and lawn settings for ceremonies and photography.
Genuine seclusion. A large private estate with a nature reserve.
Room to play. Tennis court, billiard room and croquet lawn on the grounds.
Ceremonies and receptions
A castle licensed for civil, religious and humanist ceremonies:
The Gothic Drawing Room, with a bay window over the lake, is the most popular ceremony setting.
The 14th-century Dining Room and Great Hall suit smaller, intimate ceremonies.
Or marry outdoors on the front lawn or by the lake, with a marquee for larger numbers.
Planning a Duns Castle wedding from abroad
Most of the couples we plan for travel from the US and Canada:
Virtual tours of the castle
Planning around your time zone
Every local supplier sourced and coordinated
Guidance on marrying in Scotland
Frequently asked questions
Where is Duns Castle?
Near the town of Duns in the Scottish Borders, around an hour and a quarter south-east of Edinburgh.
Is Duns Castle exclusive use?
Yes. The castle and its immediate grounds are yours for your celebration.
Where can we hold our ceremony at Duns Castle?
The Gothic Drawing Room is most popular, with the Dining Room, Great Hall, front lawn and lakeside also available.
Can you plan our wedding if we live abroad?
Yes. Most of our couples plan from the US and Canada.
Begin planning your Duns Castle wedding
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