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10294 Atholl Functions Brochure An invitation to mark the occasion Welcome From Blair Castle, the ancient seat of the alternative to hotels and conference centres. Dukes and Earls of Atholl, comes an invitation Here, history and tradition combine with to stage your next event – perhaps an important 21st century facilities and service to create an anniversary dinner, the romantic wedding of unforgettable backdrop to your business event the century or a major product launch – in the or family celebration. heart of Highland Perthshire. Easily accessible from all major Scottish cities, As one of Scotland’s most ancient and historic this is a venue of incomparable splendour and family homes, Blair Castle makes an exciting a unique place to mark a significant milestone. The castle embraces an inspirational mix of The Setting architectural styles, so whatever the occasion, there is a space that will bring your event vividly to life. The contemporary Banvie Hall with the With surviving architectural roots going back design accent on glass, the Georgian splendour as far as 1269, Blair Castle is one of Britain’s of the State Dining Room, or the sumptuous oldest continuously inhabited houses. One of delights of the Victorian Ballroom are just three the first private homes in Scotland to open to of the magnificent spaces that could be yours. the public, Blair Castle and the surrounding Surrounded by tranquil gardens and with the estate welcomes more visitors than any other, wild beauty of the Highlands beyond, you will and is uniquely placed to help you make the know you have chosen the best place in Scotland most of the event you are planning. to stage a spectacular event. The Ballroom Special celebrations require a splendid setting Celebrations combining dining and dancing to bring them alive and contribute the proper are all augmented by the excellent acoustics, sense of scale, elegance and grandeur. atmospheric lighting, Bechstein grand piano and spacious dance floor. With its quintessentially Highland character, Blair Castle’s magnificent Victorian Ballroom, More formal arrangements can be made for larger built by the 7th Duke of Atholl, brings colour events, when the Ballroom can accommodate up and romance to any special occasion. to 400 people in theatre-style seating. The Ballroom Capacity Room Size Theatre/Reception Dining Size (metric) + stage 400 80-220 23.6 x 10.7m Banvie Hall doors to restaurant secret door through to the Ballroom fire fire place place secret door through to Banvie Hall stage Ballroom for band use long corridor female male from entrance hall The State Dining Room Originally added in 1530, this part of the So when an occasion requires an appropriate castle housed the Great Hall on the first sense of style, the baroque accent of the State floor. The space was transformed during Dining Room offers a regal setting for private the 1740s, when the castle was remodelled dinners, where 16-50 guests can celebrate a as a Georgian mansion, and one of special anniversary or gather for a corporate Scotland’s greatest dining chambers was event such as impressing key clients or marking created. The magnificent interior is enhanced an important milestone. The State Dining Room by the superb views over the landscape is also a splendid setting for wedding ceremonies to distant Schiehallion. and drinks receptions for up to 140 people. State Dining Room Capacity Room Size Theatre/Reception Dining Size (metric) Up to 150 16-50 10.9 x 7.9m door to main staircase Ante Room State Dining Room fire place chandelier door to service area female male disabled doors to counter kitchen Banvie Hall plate glass wall and doors to exterior self service restaurant doors to with counters restaurant secret door through to the Ballroom fire place secret door through to the Banvie Hall Ballroom The Banvie Hall Offering a bold contemporary glass-themed The Banvie Hall can form a useful extension to a space for smaller informal gatherings, the Banvie larger event taking place in the Ballroom, or make an Hall adjoins the Ballroom and can be accessed ideal setting for pre-dinner drinks or reception parties. via a ‘secret’ door. The glass front overlooks the One of the Banvie Hall’s most striking features is castle lawns and surrounding hills, including the double plate-glass doors, which open directly two Munros – peaks over 3,000 feet high. onto a tarmac drive, making this a great space for The elegant space accommodates bar and a car launch, or events requiring easy access for sitting-out facilities. display materials. Banvie Hall Capacity Room Size Theatre/Reception Dining Size (metric) 150 – 16.76m x 9.6m book shelves book fire shelves Library place book shelves The Library In the dignified quiet of the Library, lined The Library wing was built by the 2nd Duke with a magnificent portfolio of Scottish learning, of Atholl around 1750, and rebuilt in 1814 small gatherings of up to 40 guests can meet following fire damage. and soak up the unique atmosphere. The Libary The busts lining the shelf tops include literary is perfect for small wedding ceremonies, board luminaries such as Milton and Shakespeare. meetings for up to 12 directors, and can be They were originally created by John Cheere transformed into a meeting room with up to in the 1750s for Diana’s Grove, situated in the 40 theatre-style seats. gardens, and then re-housed in the Library. The Library Capacity Room Size Theatre/Reception Dining Size (metric) 40 – 7.5m x 4.5m The Finishing Touches With such spellbinding rooms at your disposal, A harpist makes for a delightfully civilised Blair Castle’s highly experienced functions accompaniment to dinner, whilst the castle’s team ensures that all aspects of food, wine, Bechstein grand piano can be made available accommodation and event management match to approved players. And for a rousing the splendid surroundings. conclusion, why not bring in a Perthshire pipe band to beat the retreat with pipes and drums To enhance the sense of arrival which your in front of the castle, by the light of our living guests will enjoy, you can choose to serve drinks flame flares. and canapés for up to 40 guests in the Front Hall. Imagine the thrill as your guests walk into Sophisticated lighting systems installed in the the castle on a red carpet, to be greeted with Ballroom and Banvie Hall enable you to create drinks and canapés, the whole scenario the mood to suit the occasion. completed with a piper! At your request, we can also suggest local Entertainment can also be arranged, including suppliers for flowers and photography. Scottish dancing, fiddling or singing. Five Star Catering Filming and Photography All catering in the castle is handled by our Subject to seasonal demands, parts of the castle own retained caterers, Prestige Scotland, and grounds can be made available for filming a company enjoying an international reputation and photography opportunities. We are happy for fine food and wines and complete expertise to accommodate location shoots for feature in planning and executing high class functions. films, TV dramas, features and documentaries, advertising, fashion shoots, magazine and The castle offers everything from drinks newspaper advertisements. receptions with canapés through to light refreshments during meetings. Menus range from three courses with separate drinks Accommodation packages, to a full six course gourmet meal with champagne, fine wine and liqueurs. Local accommodation ranges from the Estate’s own lodges, some of which are in attractively remote locations and can sleep up to 20 guests, through to reasonably priced local hotels. Only Weddings a little farther afield, internationally acclaimed Blair Castle would be delighted to host four and five star hotels wait to welcome you. your special day at this genuinely memorable You can pick up contact details for a selection and spectacular venue. For full details visit of accommodation providers from our website, www.blaircastleweddings.co.uk or request or via VisitScotland’s Perthshire website at a copy of our special weddings brochure. www.perthshire.co.uk Atholl Estates and Highland Perthshire Blair Castle is located at the heart of Atholl Estates, where you’ll find a wide range of country-sports, walking, cycling, pony trekking and adventure sports. The area also offers many other leisure opportunities. For more information visit www.atholl-estates.co.uk or VisitScotland’s Perthshire website at www.perthshire.co.uk An event you’ll never forget • Inverness Aberdeen • Blair • Castle Dundee • • Perth • • Edinburgh Glasgow From Aberdeen Directions There are many routes to Blair Castle from Aberdeen. The most scenic route is the A93 road via Ballater, Braemar and Glenshee Blair Castle is located just off the main A9 road to the A924 turn-off at Bridge of Cally for at Blair Atholl in Highland Perthshire, between Kirkmichael, then head west to Pitlochry. Perth and Inverness. The Castle is approximately Look out at Pitlochry for the signs for the 35 miles (56km) north of Perth. A9 north to Blair Atholl (7 miles). The quickest route from Aberdeen is to By Car come south on the A90 via Forfar, then Coupar Angus and Dunkeld, or alternatively the A90 via Dundee, then follow signage From Glasgow to Perth, and then proceed as directions Take the A80/M80 north to Stirling, remembering for Edinburgh. to bypass the city and then follow the signs for Perth, and then Inverness which will take you on From Dundee to the A9 North. Travel north on the A9 for Take the A90 to the outskirts of Perth approximately 35 miles until you see signs for then proceed as for Edinburgh (above). Blair Atholl and the castle. From Edinburgh By Train Take the M90 to Perth, and then follow the signs for Inverness (A9 North) and proceed as There is a train station in Blair Atholl about directions from Glasgow (above).
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