£5,350 - £7,910 for Venue Hire
Up to 250
4 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
Barra Castle Full Description
The Barn @ Barra Castle is a beautifully finished venue with all the charm of a rustic Barn setting, with captivating views across the Aberdeenshire countryside. The space is completely flexible and can be adapted to suit any size or style of wedding. The large windows and patio doors stretch the entire length of the barn providing incredible light to flood the space and create a feeling of allowing the great outdoors in. The snug area is a very cosy, warming area with a wood burning stove, perfect for holding drinks receptions or smaller weddings. The team here at Barra are meticulous when it comes to planning your big day, we will guide you throughout the entire process. With it being a family owned venue, we have the luxury of flexibility, so will accommodate your needs as much as we can to ensure your day is exactly what you want it to be.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Sarah Stephen
Exciting Times! Congratulations on your engagement and many thanks for your interest in The Barn @ Barra Castle. You must be excited to get the ball rolling with planning your big day. We know there is a lot to consider and you might be thinking 'Help, where do I begin'?! We would love to show you around and chat through our "design your own" philosophy when it comes to your wedding day. We very much look forward to hearing from you and wish you the very best with your wedding plans.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2017
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
3
Barra Castle Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Barn
Dining Capacity
250
Reception Capacity
300
No. of Bedrooms
4
Sleeps No. of People
14
Bridal Suite
Standard Room

Ceremony & Reception

Fireworks Permitted
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available

Venue

Landscaped Gardens
Open Flame Permitted
Exclusive Use
Outdoor Reception Space
On-Site Parking
Pet Friendly

Food and Drink

Alcohol Licence
External Catering Permitted

Cultural Specialists

Other
Barra Castle Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£5,350
Maximum Price
£7,910
These prices are from 2024-2026. For prices from 2027 and beyond, let us know and we'll get in touch.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Furniture included
Choice of preferred caterers
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Reviews
(15)
(15)
Clarke Joss Photography
Wedding: February
February 2024
The Barn at Barra Castle is my favourite venue!
I've had the distinct pleasure of capturing the magic of numerous weddings at the exquisite Barn at Barra Castle. This hidden gem effortlessly blends rustic charm with contemporary comfort, creating an enchanting setting. One of the highlights of shooting at this venue is the abundance of captivating backdrops, providing endless possibilities for unique and breathtaking and creative photographs. The Barn at Barra Castle offers one of the most spectacular spots to capture the magic of a sunset.
Chris & Emma
Happy couple married in September
March 2024
Giving us and our guests the best day possible!
Thank you so much to you and all your staff for an amazing day. The set up was perfect, the organisation on the day was incredible and we haven’t stopped receiving compliments about how beautiful the venue is and how well everything came together. That was all down to you guys and Country Flavours working so well together and giving us and our guests the best day possible.
Laura & Mike
Happy couple married in August
March 2024
We can’t stress how happy we are we booked Barra!
We were on an absolute HIGH all day, the venue, your staff, the whole day, the lodges, it was absolutely AMAZING. OVERALL it was exactly what we wanted, everything was fabulous, a wholesome and positive experience for us as customers. We couldn’t stress how truly happy we are we booked Barra! What a day! Can I just add that your staff are fabulous!
Adam & Natascha
Happy couple married in August
March 2024
All our friends and family were bowled over
We had a wonderful time, truly memorable and we thank you and the exceptional team that made our day so special. All our friends and family were bowled over by both the beauty of the Barn and how special they were made to feel. It is now two days later and we haven't come down yet!
Keith & Bethany
Happy couple married in August
March 2024
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
We just wanted a MASSIVE thank you for all that you and the team did to make our wedding day so special. The venue was perfect - from the beautiful views and flexible space to the incredibly attentive staff, we couldn’t have asked for more. We have heard nothing but good reviews from our guests - some saying it was the best venue they’ve ever been to. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Laura & Andrew
Happy couple married in August
March 2024
The setting was just as we had pictured
Thank you very much for hosting our beautiful wedding - we had such a great day and could not have asked for more perfect weather!! The setting was just as we had pictured, close to home with Bennachie in the background. We are so glad that we were able to share our special day with all our friends and family at your stunning venue!
Barra Castle Location & Contact Details

Address

Barra Castle, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, AB51 0BB, Scotland, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

It's best to search our location on Google maps. Our Farmshop is beside the venue and is open 7 days a week so if in doubt, go there!

Nearest Town

Oldmeldrum, Inverurie

Nearest Motorway & Junction

AWPR

Nearest Train Station

Inverurie

Nearest Airport

Aberdeen

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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs

Describe the best wedding that happened at Barra Castle?

Each wedding is unique and special, it a culmination of a lot of planning and effort, we just love seeing a bride and groom happy at the end of it all!

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Stay true to yourself! Everyone has advice, and it may well be very good advice, but just remember this is YOUR day and if you want to ride in on a horse in your pyjamas, then go for it!

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

We had Flash mob recently! It was super fun!

Describe Barra Castle in 5 adjectives

Flexible, Stunning, Bright, Fun, impactful.

Where’s the best photo spot at Barra Castle?

It's got to be the view! There are so many stunning areas around the castle and the gardens, but the view is unbeatable!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Barra Castle?

Wouldn't you like to know ;)

What’s your favourite canapé?

Ooooooh this is tough.....probably a lobster roll or haggis bons bons....we love a bit of good local produce!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Can't beat a plate of stovies, it's simple, it's Scottish, it's scrumptious! Following by Barra-Berris ice-cream....obvs!

What is Barra Castle most unique feature?

Each of the wooden beams is fitted with curtains that divide the venue into sections, creating an incredibly versatile space and allow couple to reveal their wedding bit by bit. It's so effective and very unique!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We are very proud of the venue, we put so much thought and care into it's design and we think it's an incredible space. but also our team ,we simply couldn't do what we do without them.