Broughty Castle - Information Sheet for Wedding and Civil Ceremony Hire

Broughty Castle - The History

Broughty Castle sits imposingly at the mouth of the Tay and it commands magnificent views over the river. Built in 1496 on a rocky promontory it has faced sieges and battles which have left their scars - marks made by cannon shot are still visible. During the eighteenth century it fell into ruin to be rebuilt in 1860s as part of the Crimean War effort.

Broughty Castle Museum houses fascinating displays of the life of Broughty Ferry, its people, the environment and the wildlife that live close by.

Facilities

Ceremonies are held in the grounds and can accommodate a maximum number of 80 guests. There is poor weather back up in the castle basement and it can accommodate 20 guests. If you require seating we have 65 seats available.

As a fortified and listed building, Broughty Castle has very restricted access for people whose mobility is limited. The approach to the Castle is up a cobbled ramp and gravelled ground which is not wheelchair friendly. Unfortunately there is no dedicated parking area but there is limited parking nearby. Due to its location, Broughty Castle affords an exceptional opportunity for photographs before and/or after your ceremony.

The following charges are either:

inclusive of the Registrar's fees, silk flowers and one bottle of Sparkling Wine

or, if the services of a Registrar are not required

venue hire, silk flowers and one bottle of Sparkling Wine only

The charge is for a period of two hours. The period should allow 30 minutes prior to the commencement of the ceremony to allow for the arrival of guests. An additional hourly rate will be applied for hires exceeding this duration.

Additional hourly rate within normal opening hours - £71
Additional hourly rate outwith normal opening hours - £88

The fee is payable direct to the Registrar whether or not their service is required and a deposit may require to be paid at the time of booking.

Opening Hours and charges inclusive of VAT as follows:

April to September - all inclusive charge	Charge
Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm	£413
Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm	£503
Sunday, 12.30 pm to 4 pm	£566
Public Holidays, 10 am to 4 pm	£602

April to September - venue hire only	Charge
Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm	£200
Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm	£225
Sunday, 12.30 pm to 4 pm	£255
Public Holidays, 12.30 pm to 4 pm	£255

October to March - all inclusive charge	Charge
Closed Monday
Tuesday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm	£413
Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm	£503
Sunday, 12.30 pm to 4 pm	£566
Public Holidays, 10 am to 4 pm	£602

October to March - venue hire only	Charge
Closed Monday
Tuesday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm	£200
Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm	£225
Sunday, 12.30 pm to 4 pm	£255
Public Holidays, 12.30 pm to 4 pm	£255

The charge may be subject to an inflationary increase in a new financial year.

Useful Information

We can facilitate four types of ceremony at present namely:

We can facilitate four types of ceremony at present namely:
- Civil Marriage
- Civil Partnership
- Renewal of Vows
- Naming Ceremony
Please book as far in advance as possible to avoid disappointment .
You will require to make your own arrangements regarding the availability of a Registrar or Minister for your chosen date and time.
We strongly advise that you come to the castle to view the site and chat through your requirements with a member of staff before committing yourself to having your wedding at the castle. Please telephone 01382 436916 to arrange an appointment.
We have no control over the weather and you need to be aware that due to its exposed position, conditions around the castle can be quite different from those close by. It is frequently windy on entering and within the courtyard area.
Please be aware that as your wedding will take place during opening hours there will be other visitors to the castle. We hope they will be courteous to your wedding party, in due course we ask you be courteous to them.
We do not allow the use of confetti but as an alternative you may consider bubbles!

We are happy to arrange a viewing of the facility prior to any booking being made.

All enquiries to:

Customer Services
Dundee House
50 North Lindsay Street
Dundee DD1 1QE Map
Email: lc.bookings@dundeecity.gov.uk
Tel: 01382 307474

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