Written by James · May 26, 2026
As a wedding DJ, Carlowrie Castle bookings are some of the ones I most look forward to. It’s one of Edinburgh’s finest exclusive-use wedding venues — a turreted Victorian castle set in 35 acres of private estate near Kirkliston, just 15 minutes from Edinburgh city centre. Because it’s exclusive use, the castle is entirely yours for your wedding, with no other events or guests sharing the space.
Exclusive-use venues change how I plan a night, and this one is no exception. In particular, it attracts couples who want the complete castle experience: the grandeur, the exclusivity, and the freedom to make the entire property their own for the day.
Find out more about the venue itself at the Carlowrie Castle official website →
What Makes Carlowrie Castle Special for a Wedding
Exclusive use means exactly that at Carlowrie — the entire castle, grounds, and accommodation for up to 26 guests staying on site. For instance, the Grand Ballroom is the centrepiece of the evening — stone walls and character you’d hope for in a Scottish castle. Because of my experience here, I know exactly how to configure sound for this space.
DJ at Carlowrie Castle — What to Expect
My approach starts long before the wedding day. It begins with a proper planning conversation to understand your vision, your guests, and the moments that matter most. You’ll have access to my online music planning portal where you can submit must-plays, your first dance choice, and do-not-plays at any time. On the day itself, I arrive early, liaise with the venue team, and set up discreetly. However, I don’t play pre-programmed sets or fixed playlists. Instead, I build your night live, using your music suggestions as the foundation. I then read the dancefloor moment to moment to keep the energy exactly right.
Popular Enhancements for This Venue
Uplighting transforms the stone walls of the Grand Ballroom, and a ceilidh set is enormously popular at Carlowrie. In addition, cold spark machines work brilliantly here. See all our enhancement options →
Frequently Asked Questions — Wedding DJ at Carlowrie Castle
Do you have experience performing at Carlowrie Castle?
Yes — I’ve performed at Carlowrie Castle on multiple occasions and know the Orangery, marquee and the venue well.
What packages do you offer for Carlowrie Castle weddings?
I offer three main packages — Evening Reception, Dinner to Dancing, and Full Day. All three work beautifully at Carlowrie Castle.
Can you add a Scottish ceilidh to the evening?
Absolutely — in fact, a ceilidh is one of the most popular additions at Scottish weddings and works brilliantly alongside my disco set.
Do you carry public liability insurance?
Yes — full public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment as standard, meeting Carlowrie Castle’s venue requirements.
Check Availability for Your Big Day
If you’re planning a wedding at Carlowrie Castle and would like to discuss DJ entertainment, get in touch for a free, no-obligation consultation. You can reach me by phone, online, or in person.
In total, I’ve performed at over 1,000 weddings at venues across Scotland. See the full list of venues I work at →
→ Get in touch to check availability and discuss your day
About the author
James is the founder of Premier Disco Weddings, a professional wedding DJ service covering venues across Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, the Scottish Borders, Fife and Perthshire. Rather than relying on generic playlists, he and the team build a bespoke set for every couple, drawing on experience across hundreds of Scottish weddings to read a room and keep the dancefloor full all night.
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