Suggested Exclusive Castles
We do not publish a brochure, nor do we have a definitive list of all of the properties that we use. In this way, we are completely flexible, and can tailor-make a programme to suit each client’s exact needs. These are some of the properties we recommed:
Brocket hall
A magnificent Georgian stately home set in over five hundred acres of mature parkland, within easy reach of London. Dating back to 1760, the Hall was home to two former British Prime Ministers and is impressively decorated with family portraits, hand painted wallpapers, an Adam fireplace and Chippendale furnishings. Guests are accommodated in thirty luxurious bedrooms, with an additional sixteen rooms available in the nearby Melbourne Lodge. Brocket’s team of butlers maintain the traditions of English country house life, discreetly anticipating every whim and allowing guests to relax in a distinguished and convivial environment. Two championship golf courses lie adjacent to the private grounds of the Hall, and the renowned Auberge du Lac restaurant is also nearby. Brocket is an elegant and refined venue for every type of event.
Eastnor Castle
Eastnor matches everyone’s idea of a traditional British fortress, with a gatehouse, arched windows, towers and a turreted roof. Sitting dramatically in the foothills of the Malverns, and surrounded by its five thousand acre estate, Eastnor offers the perfect balance between rural isolation and convenient access to England’s road network. Inside, Eastnor again lives up to expectations, with traditional furnishings, oil paintings, suits of armour, hunting trophies, chandeliers, and a magnificent Gothic Drawing Room designed by the architect of the Houses of Parliament in London. Eastnor’s friendly staff offer impeccable service and personal attention to detail in the warm and relaxed atmosphere of an exceptional family home. Twelve delightful bedrooms, some with four-poster beds, offer comfortable and individual accommodations, containing original works of art from the family collection. The extensive grounds offer plenty of scope for country pursuits; archery, falconry, shooting, boating and off-road driving. A comfortable and friendly castle, providing and traditional house party particularly suitable for family groups and parties of friends.
Glenapp castle
In a deeply rural location on the magnificent south-west coast of Scotland, Glenapp offers a friendly welcome and pampered tranquility to its guests. Dating back to the late nineteenth century, the castle has been fully restored in comfortable and elegant style, with antique furniture set amidst panelled hallways and graciously proportioned rooms. Glenapp’s chefs offer the finest cuisine, featuring Scottish produce and locally caught seafood, and the Castle also has a well stocked wine cellar. Seventeen lxuriously appointed bedrooms and suites look out over beautiful gardens and stunning seascapes, and the individually decorated en-suite bathrooms boast traditional cast-iron bathtubs contrasting with modern amenities. Glenapp is only accessible to its guests, with entry via a gated entrance and a drive through beautiful parkland. Shooting and fishing are available on nearby estates, and four championship golf courses lie within easy reach. Glenapp is also a five star hotel, offering the perfect balance between service and friendliness.
Myres Castle
Myres is a privately owned Scottish castle dating back to the sixteenth century. It has a maximum capacity of eighteen people, offering cosy bedrooms, each with their own individual character and decor. The owner’s family still lives here part-time, and as a result, the castle rooms are filled with personal mementoes; photos, books and toys, giving Myres a very warm, friendly atmosphere. Located an hour’s drive north of Edinburgh, Myres has its own charming gardens and is situated close to a small village. Several of Scotland’s most prestigious golf courses are within easy reach, and Myres also offers a choice of outdoor activities, with fishing, falconry and shooting all available on the property or nearby. The castle’s chef sources the finest local ingredients to produce memorable menus, complemented by an extensive wine list and a large selection of malt whiskies. Myres offers a real experience of traditional Scottish country life.
