Meetings Events

The Kilted Photographer A venue that is not just well suited for entertaining, but • EXCLUSIVE USE • BOARD MEETINGS was designed for it. • DIRECTOR MEETINGS Dalhousie offers an ideal setting • EXHIBITIONS for any business gathering. • PRODUCT LAUNCHES • CHRISTMAS

• Five inviting function suites for two to 200 delegates • PRIVATE DINING

• Spa access for overnight delegates • TEAM BUILDING • Falconry and archery available onsite • HIGHLAND GAMES • Eight miles from city centre • FALCONRY • Ample complimentary on-site parking • ARCHERY • All-inclusive day delegate and 24-hour day delegate packages available • ON-SITE SPA FACILITIES

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] Make an Impression Dalhousie was built to stand out. To be strong and make an impact on everyone who saw it. It was also designed to bring people together – its ancient halls built to entertain and impress.

So, if you’re looking to host an event that will energise your guests and leave a lasting impression, join us in the historic surrounds of ’s What’s oldest inhabited castle. The castle’s conveniently close to Edinburgh included? with plenty of complimentary car parking, making it a very smart While no two events are the choice indeed for your business meeting, conference or event. same, all of our events packages include the following: Choose from our five impressive function and conference suites, or be bold and book the whole castle for your exclusive use. With 35 • Complimentary WIFI individually styled bedrooms (29 in the castle itself), an on-site aqueous spa and the highly acclaimed Dungeon and Orangery restaurants, throughout the hotel Dalhousie is a versatile choice whatever the occasion. • Complimentary parking • Indoor and outdoor break-out Boardroom or ballroom, our team of experienced event planners will spaces be on hand to make sure your event goes smoothly whether it’s for • A dedicated Events Team a gathering of 2 or 200. Standing proud in its own parkland estate, there’s plenty of space at Dalhousie to combine business with pleasure. Bring your ideas and let us take We can even give your guests a taste of falconry or archery for the full care of the rest. Why not give us castle experience, making yours a real meeting to remember. Or why a call today on 01875 820153 not incorporate an al fresco break-out session, team building games or or contact: a spot of mindful meditation? [email protected]

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] The Ramsay Room Full of character, opulent chandeliers and antique fireplaces, our largest function room provides an imposing but flexible space ideal for larger conferences and gala banquets.

The vaulted arch windows flood the room with natural light and afford views across the parkland estate, guaranteeing grandeur LENGTH 15.4 M for every event. WIDTH 6.6 M HEIGHT 3.9 M CAPACITY & KEY CONFIGURATIONS FEATURES 102 SQM

Banquet: 100 • Private bar and outdoor terrace Theatre: 140 • Complimentary WIFI Boardroom: 40 • Natural daylight with floor to Cabaret: 64 ceiling windows U-Shape: 40 • Digital control for curtains, lights, Hollow Square: 50 sound and heating Reception: 120 • 12 midnight licence, extension to 1am possible upon request Classroom: 42 POWER POINT

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POWER POINT DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] TELEPHONE POINT Sir Alexander Room This distinguished room has its own private bar, dance floor and castle turret.

Versatile enough for everything from product launches to celebratory banquets, the Alexander has high ceilings and plenty LENGTH 10.9 M of natural day light. WIDTH 7.9 M HEIGHT 7.9 M

CAPACITY & KEY 87 SQM CONFIGURATIONS FEATURES

Banquet: 60 • Private bar in adjoining room Theatre: 80 • Private castle turret for break-out session Boardroom: 32 • Complimentary WIFI Cabaret: 40 • Plenty of natural daylight U-Shape: 30 • Digital control for curtains, lights, sound Hollow Square: 40 and heating Reception: 100 • 12 midnight licence, extension to 1am POWER POINT Classroom: 30 possible upon request TELEPHONE POINT POWER POINT

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TELEPHONE POINT The Brechin Take meetings to a new height. Brechin’s actually a circular turret room with large windows which let the daylight flood in and give panoramic views across the castle grounds.

The room on its own is ideal for smaller gatherings, but an interconnecting door to the Sir Alexander Room makes it DIAMETER 6.4 M an ideal space for a break-out group or separate buffet HEIGHT 5 M area for larger events. 32 SQM

CAPACITY & KEY CONFIGURATIONS FEATURES

Banquet: 10 • Complimentary WIFI POWER POINT 20 Theatre: • Plenty of natural daylight TELEPHONE POINT Boardroom: 16 • Digital control for curtains, lights, Cabaret: 8 sound and heating U-Shape: 12 • 12 midnight licence, extension to 1am Hollow Square: 16 possible upon request Reception: 22 Classroom: 6

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] LENGTH 11 M WIDTH 5.9 M HEIGHT 4.8 M The Gun Room 65 SQM POWER POINT A dignified, airy space well suited to board meetings, banquets, TELEPHONE POINT private dinners or majestic drinks receptions. The Gun Room is on the castle’s ground floor, opening out onto a sunny terrace overlooking parkland and the meandering South River Esk.

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Banquet: 40 • Complimentary WIFI Theatre: 60 • French doors onto a private LENGTH 5.6 M Boardroom: 24 outside terrace Cabaret: 32 • Digital control for curtains, WIDTH 2.9 M U-Shape: 23 lights, sound and heating HEIGHT 2.42 M Hollow Square: 26 • 12 midnight licence, extension Reception: 60 to 1am possible upon request POWER POINT Classroom: 30 TELEPHONE POINT

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] POWER POINT

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Dalwolsey Richly painted in regal red, with antique leather furniture and an ornate fireplace, the Dalwolsey Room is just right for smaller, more intimate meetings, or offers an impressive additional space for more major events. LENGTH 5.8 M WIDTH 5.7 M HEIGHT 3.9 M CAPACITY & KEY CONFIGURATIONS FEATURES 33 SQM

Banquet: 16 • Complimentary WIFI Reception: 22 • 12 midnight licence, extension to 1am possible upon request

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] Discover the Dalhousie Difference Take the inside outside for some fresh air and fresh thinking, weather permitting. With eleven acres to enjoy, there’s plenty of space for clay-pigeon shooting, outdoor yoga, nature walks – whatever you fancy we’ll do our best to accommodate it! Let your guests discover two of the most popular medieval sports with falconry and archery set in the beautiful grounds of Dalhousie Castle. Whether you wish to provide a relaxing treat for your guests or an exciting experience with team-based games, Dalhousie Castle Falconry Department can tailor your experience to suit perfectly.

ACTIVITY PRICE

INDIVIDUAL PRICES FROM 1 - 7 PEOPLE

FALCONRY SESSIONS

1 HOUR IN DURATION FLYING 2 BIRDS £55.00 per person

1.5 HOURS IN DURATION FLYING 3 BIRDS £65.00 per person

ARCHERY SESSIONS

1 HOUR SHOOTING WITH RECURVE BOWS £30.00 per person

FALCONRY & ARCHERY SESSIONS Falconry 2 HOUR COMBINED FALCONRY & ARCHERY £80.00 per person With over 40 years’ experience in this noble sport, the team are always

delighted to share the beauty of ACTIVITY PRICE these majestic birds with hotel guests. Falconry demonstrations are PACKAGES FOR GROUPS OF 8 - 15 PEOPLE 100% interactive with guests being FALCONRY SESSIONS encouraged to put the glove on and fly hawks, owls or even handle the 1 HOUR IN DURATION FLYING 2 BIRDS WITH £400.00 formidable Tawny Eagle, Ziggy, if ADDITIONAL HANDLING you can work up the courage. 1.5 HOURS IN DURATION FLYING 2 BIRDS £500.00 WITH ADDITIONAL HANDLING Archery Go for gold and try your hand at ARCHERY SESSIONS the ancient sport of kings in the 1 HOUR SHOOTING WITH RECURVE BOWS £350.00 surrounds of the castle falconry. Archery is practiced with recurve FALCONRY & ARCHERY SESSIONS bows which are much easier and more enjoyable to use than the 2 HOUR COMBINED FALCONRY & £750.00 maximum 15 traditional longbow - and suitable From £800.00 for ARCHERY for all ages and abilities. Choose to groups of 16 or more shoot at a variety of targets from the classic bullseye to tic-tac-toe or Packages for groups of 16 and above please ask for further information even balloons, under the guidance of experienced leaders.

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] All-inclusive Packages

DELEGATEDAY PACKAGE 24DELEGATE HOUR PACKAGE

• Conference Room Hire including • Overnight Accommodation in a Standard Room x1 Flipchart, x1 Projector & x1 Screen with full Scottish Breakfast • Conference Stationary i.e. Pads & Pens • Conference Room Hire including x1 Flipchart, x1 • Tea & Coffee on Arrival Projector & x1 Screen • Mid-Morning Tea & Coffee • Conference Stationary i.e. Pads & Pens • Afternoon Tea & Coffee • Tea & Coffee on Arrival • Still / Sparkling Mineral Water & Fruit Cordial • Mid-Morning Tea & Coffee • A choice of working lunch served in the • Afternoon Tea & Coffee conference room or a two course lunch • Still / Sparkling Mineral Water & Fruit Cordial served in the Orangery Restaurant (subject to • A choice of working lunch served in the availability) conference room or a two course lunch • Complimentary Wifi served in the Orangery Restaurant (subject to • Free Parking availability) • Natural Day Light in all Conference Rooms • Complimentary Wifi • Free Parking FROM £42 PER PERSON • Natural Day Light in all conference rooms • Three Course Dinner • Use of the Spa facilities - Treatments additional charge

FROM £149 PER PERSON

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] Food for Thought Whether you opt for a working lunch, a simple buffet menu or a lavish banquet we’ll work with you to accommodate your needs. Choose from our extensive sample menus as part of a range of all-inclusive packages or let our chefs create a menu that’s entirely bespoke. We’re happy to cater for a wide range of dietary requirements – just let us know in advance of the event.

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] Working Lunch SAMPLE MENU

SOUP OF THE DAY A SELECTION OF SANDWICHES HAM AND MOZZARELLA CIABATTA CREAM CHEESE SMOKED SALMON CROISSANT RED PEPPER AND CARAMELISED ONION PANINI CHOCOLATE MOUSSE

Two Course Lunch SAMPLE MENU

STARTERS

SOUP OF THE DAY, Homemade Bread

PORK RILLETTE, Apple Compote, Sour Dough Toast, Pickles

GRILLED MACKEREL, Charred Watermelon, Lime Gel

MAIN COURSE

OUR HOMEMADE BORDERS BEEF BURGER WITH BRIOCHE BUN Homemade Rustic Chips, Fried Onions, Tomato chutney (With Bacon or Cheese)

CORNFED CHICKEN WITH TARRAGON CREAM SAUCE, Seasonal Vegetables and New Potatoes

VEGETABLE MOUSSAKA WITH TOASTED FLAT BREAD, Tzatziki

DESSERTS

GINGER PARKIN SPONGE, Toffee Sauce SALTED BANANA ICE CREAM CHOCOLATE MANDARIN “VERRINE”

SELECTION OF CHEESES, Oatcakes, Chutney

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] Traditional Scottish Evenings The evening starts with a welcome from the Scottish Piper & Highland Dancers whilst pre-dinner drinks are served. The Banquet commences and the Piper addresses the Haggis with Robert Burn’s famous “Ode to the Haggis”. Our package includes Entertainment from the Scottish Piper & Dancers, Pre-Dinner Drinks including a Nip of Whisky, a glass of Wine or Orange Juice and Scottish Banquet.

Sample Banquet Menu A PRE-SELECTED OR SET MENU IS REQUIRED

ROAST PLUM TOMATO & BASIL SOUP

TERRINE OF AYRSHIRE PORK, Apple Chutney

GRILLED MACKEREL, Spiced Cauliflower, Lemon Jelly

FETA CHEESE, Roasted Salt-Crust Beetroot, Sunflower Seeds

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SUPREME OF CORN-FED CHICKEN, Whisky Cream Sauce

BRAISED CHEEK OF BORDERS BEEF, Red Onion Jam

POACHED SCOTTISH SALMON, Dill Butter Sauce

SPINACH, WALNUT & STRATHDON BLUE CHEESE PITHIVIER, Leek Sauce

All Served with Carrot Puree, Sautéed Cauliflower, Mange Tout & Creamed Potato

*Except Pithivier

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RASPBERRY CRANACHAN, Butter Shortbread

DARK CHOCOLATE MOUSSE, Orange Madeleine’s

TOFFEE CHEESECAKE, Burnt Caramel Sauce

VANILLA PANNA COTTA, Strawberry Compote, Garibaldi Biscuit

From £85 per person, based on a minimum of 50 people

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] For special occasionsPrivate there’s nothing Diningquite like having your own private dining space to share with your friends and family. With a range of dining spaces and menus to make your mouth water we’d be happy to help you plan your next celebration.

Sample Dungeon Menu AVAILABLE FOR PARTIES OF A MAX OF 22

ROAST PARSNIP SOUP, Blue Cheese Gougeres

SMOKED DUCK SPICED, Bread & Pear, Tea Jelly

GRILLED MACKEREL, Crab Ball, Mussel Salad & Butternut Puree ~ FILLET OF SCOTTISH BEEF THYME & PORT GLAZE, Variety of Artichokes & Chanterelle Mushrooms

SLOW COOKED SEA TROUT IN A CITRUS OIL, Parsley Root Puree, Sprout Leaves & Burnt Baby Onions

ROAST, CRISP & RISOTTO OF PUMPKIN, Horse Chestnuts & Parmesan ~ POACHED PEAR, Nougatine Mille Feuille, Caramel Sauce & Coffee Bavarois

CHOCOLATE CARAMEL, MILK CHOCOLATE MOUSSE, Poached Pineapple & Crème Fraiche & Thyme Sorbet

SELECTION OF FARMHOUSE CHEESE Homemade Water Biscuits, Oatcakes & Chutney

Sample Ramsay Menu CREAM OF LEEK & POTATO SOUP, Flavoured with Howgate Brie

HAGGIS CLAPSHOT

GRILLED SHETLAND SALMON, Honey & Mustard Glaze, Seasonal Vegetables & New Potatoes

EDINBURGH FOG

CONTINENTAL COFFEE & SCOTTISH TRUFFLES

Sample Dalhousie Menu WEST COAST CHOWDER, Lemon & Coriander

FAN OF SEASONAL MELON, Highland Smoked Venison & Plum Dressing

HAGGIS CLAPSHOT

ROAST SIRLOIN OF SCOTCH BEEF, Ayrshire Bacon & Madeira Essence Seasonal Vegetables & New Potatoes

WHITE CHOCOLATE & DRAMBUIE MOUSSE, Blairgowrie Mixed Berries

CONTINENTAL COFFEE & SCOTTISH TRUFFLES

OTHER MENUS CAN BE OFFERED FROM £48.50 PER PERSON

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] InsideAccommodation the castle there are 29 characterful ensuite guest bedrooms and suites reached by a maze of staircases and secret passages. Each one-of-a-kind room is decorated with rich Scottish fabrics and period furniture and worthy of a stay from a royal visitor.

CASTLE DOUBLES (9) / Twins (4) / Triple (1) / Quad (1) THEMED DOUBLES (7) / Twins (2) THEMED FOUR POSTER ROOMS (9) / Twin (1) EXECUTIVE THEMED DOUBLES (2) / Twin (1) THEMED SUITES (2)

Please note that Dalhousie is a 13th century castle with bedrooms located on several floors and despite our best efforts we have been unable to install a lift within the hotel.

Just a two-minute walk away through the castle grounds over Dalhousie Bridge you’ll find our lodge house, Castle Rocks, a collection of six plush, oversized bedrooms and suites offering an altogether more modern twist on traditional castle living and equipped with the same four-star facilities as those in the main castle.

CASTLE ROCKS ROOMS (3) CASTLE ROCKS SUITES (3)

DALHOUSIE CASTLE AND AQUEOUS SPA | WWW.DALHOUSIECASTLE.CO.UK • 01875 820 153 • [email protected] Further Afield Dalhousie Castle is ideally located, just 8 miles from the centre of Edinburgh with its cosmopolitan mix of shops and eateries, historic monuments and a thriving arts and entertainment scene.

We’re happy to recommend excursions from the hotel to add to your meeting itinerary should you wish.

DIRECTIONS TO EDINBURGH CITY DIRECTIONS TO EDINBURGH AIRPORT, CENTRE EH12 9DN

By Car from Dalhousie Castle The easiest way to get to the city centre 16 miles, via the City of Edinburgh Bypass/ is by train. A720. Allow an hour’s travel as traffic can be heavy at peak times. Nearest train station: Newtongrange Station, 23 Murderdean Road, , EH22 4PE By Bus from Edinburgh City Centre The station is a 5-minute drive and 1.7 miles Buses to Edinburgh Airport run every 10 from Dalhousie Castle. Turn left onto B704 minutes from Waverley Bridge bus stop, and then left again onto the A7. located outside Edinburgh Waverley train station. Journey time approximately 30 Trains to the city centre stop at Edinburgh minutes. Waverley station. Journey time approximately 22 minutes, trains run every 30 minutes. By Tram from Edinburgh City Centre Trams to Edinburgh Airport run every 10 DIRECTIONS TO GLASGOW AIRPORT, minutes from St Andrews Square, located PAISLEY, PA3 2SW opposite Edinburgh Waverley train station via the Waverley Steps exit. Journey time 60 miles by car, via the M8 approximately 35 minutes.

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