Private events at Stirling Castle

As home to Stewart kings and queens, Stirling Castle has hosted royal feasts and celebrations for centuries. Today, you can become part of this history by booking Stirling Castle for your event.

Some events cry out for a magnificent venue, and few locations in the world can rival the drama and majesty of Stirling Castle. Select your ideal setting from several historical apartments available for your use. For evening events, you will have exclusive use of the castle, whichever area you choose to hire.

Our dedicated team can accommodate your requirements for all kinds of event, including: 

• Conferences, seminars presentations and product launches

• Birthday parties and family celebrations  

• Client entertaining and incentive dinners

• Formal banquets and ceremonies

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Great Hall

Capacity: 400 people (reception or theatre), 300 people (dinner)

Make a lasting impression by holding your event in one of Scotland’s most prestigious banqueting venues. This 16th-century Great Hall has been beautifully restored to its former splendour. A minstrels’ gallery and trumpeter’s loft provide ample space for an evening filled with entertainment. The raised dais area is ideal for speeches or dancing.

Chapel Royal

Capacity: 300 people (reception), 250 people (theatre), 200 people (dinner)

Large groups dining in the Great Hall can enjoy pre-dinner drinks in the Chapel Royal, or you can seat a slightly smaller number for dinner in this superb space. Its large stage also makes the Chapel Royal an ideal setting for concerts and presentations.

Royal Palace

Capacity: 150 people (drinks reception), 30 to 60 people (dinner)

Once the childhood home of Mary Queen of Scots, the Royal Palace has been restored to its Renaissance glory. Sumptuous interiors evoke the days of the 16th-century royal court, providing a stunning backdrop to arrival drinks or more intimate dinners.

Queen Anne Garden

Breathtaking views of the Stirlingshire countryside are to be had from the Queen Anne Garden close to the castle entrance. It lends itself equally well to a drinks reception or a Beating Retreat performance at the end of an evening.

Exclusive out-of-hours tours

Give your guests an unforgettable experience: the chance to explore Stirling Castle with no one else around. Get in touch to discuss an out-of-hours tour in the early morning or evening.

Transport and accessibility

Stirling Castle is easily accessible by rail, bus and road, and only a short journey from Stirling train station. Stirling is situated only a short drive or train journey from both Edinburgh and Glasgow. Most of the event spaces are fully accessible and there are accessibility vehicles available to support guest access. 

Stirling Castle visitor information 

Food and drink

We work exclusively with our catering partners Benugo to provide exceptional, seasonal Scottish menus to suit any event and client. Our menus use Scottish seasonal produce sourced from Scottish suppliers within a 100 mile radius.  Let our experts help you to design the perfect menu for your occasion!

Contact our dedicated team to discuss you requirements on 0131 668 8686 or complete the form below:

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