BUSINESS EVENTS SCOTLAND’S FINEST VENUES


Borders stronghold connects ancient and modern


Tis year, Duns Castle celebrates the 700th birthday of its spectacular peel tower


Duns Castle wears its age lightly, bringing together the romance and authenticity of a Borders strong- hold with the facilities of a modern corporate event venue. Te Hay family which has owned


the glorious castle for 300 years has seamlessly integrated modern fea- tures to make it a comfortable envi- ronment for the most connected of executives, without spoiling the feel of a country home. Te Berwickshire castle, which


celebrates its 700th birthday this year, boasts a spectacular formal dining room with seating for 60 guests and an elegant drawing room. Surrounding that are a choice of bedrooms and holiday cottages pro- vides accommodation for 57 people. “We are able to tailor a package


to your clients’ needs,” Aline Hay explains, adding that auditorium seating, break-out spaces and audio visual support are available, along with wi-fi and a good 4G phone signal. Tere is good travel access and ample parking. Bookable activities include clay


pigeon shooting, archery, hover- crafting, mini-Highland games, storytelling or falconry and there are the gardens and woodlands of


Guests feel at


home in the elegant drawing room


the 1,200-acre estate to explore. Privacy and seclusion are part of the package. Tis year, Duns Castle is also


launching off-the-peg options. “We are developing two or three all- inclusive packages in collaborations


with our preferred suppliers to offer an easy, transparent and cost- effective product for the travel trade and corporate events organisers,” explains Mrs Hay. n


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