FAQS
What's the capacity of The Boathouse?
Although the Boathouse comfortably fits 70 (80 at a push) for a sit-down wedding breakfast it can fit 100 for a more informal style wedding or if you want more evening guests. Alternatively you could have many more with an additional marquee giving you the flexibility to plan your wedding your way.
Do you offer packages?
We can arrange a "package" type option for you so you have much less arranging and logistics to do yourself or you may prefer to piece it all together independently... in that case we have a list of well-known suppliers who can make planning your big day a breeze. Packages for venue, food, photographer and piper starting around £12k for 50ppl but can be tweaked depending on what you want. If you would prefer to arrange everything independently then venue only hire starts at £2.9k. The one supplier we insist on you using is The Dougarie Bar Company who run the bar and serve whatever drinks you are after to make you day special. We also offer midweek packages at a discounted rate.
Is there accommodation available on the estate?
We offer accommodation packages in the local hotel on a two night basis and in any of the Estate properties on an exclusive weekly basis so there is something to suit all guests. All our properties are renovated to a high standard and The Towers especially offers the most beautiful walk or drive down to the Boathouse for the wedding party. There is accommodation in the surrounding area for all your guests to suit every budget and personal requirement from luxury hotels to bed & breakfasts.
What is the layout of The Boathouse?
There are 2 main areas to hold your reception within the building which give you the flexibility to create the wedding of your choice and we have a number of floorplans to assist you with helping to plan your day come rain or shine. There are numerous outdoor locations which can be used for the marriage ceremony(weather permitting) and a large lawn area where a marquee can be located should you require more capacity. In the winter months we are able to make the Boathouse into a warm, cosy and romantic place with plenty of candles and twinkly lights.
What is included in Venue hire only?
- Rustic Wooden Trestle Tables and Cross Back Chairs -Fairy Lights -Bespoke Lighting Inside & Outside -Warm Heating -Free Wi-Fi & Bluetooth Speaker System with iPad for your Spotify Playlists -Use of Catering Kitchen -Preferred Suppliers List with Recommended & Local Suppliers -Beautiful Views over to Mull of Kintyre -Point of Contact throughout Your Booking Process & Event Day -Private Guest Car Park -Use of Estate Grounds for Amazing Photographic Opportunities -Accommodation Packages in Local Hotel -
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