Coronavirus Update
Dundas Castle Coronavirus Statement
Statement Released 12th May 2022
We are delighted that we are now through the darker days of the Coronavirus Pandemic, and can welcome our guests back, without restrictions. Happy days, with plenty of celebrations to be enjoyed and fond memories to be made!
Please be assured, our hardworking team of Housekeepers are still maintaining their high standards and we have plenty of hand sanitiser for our guests to use.
We have a busy summer season ahead and look forward to welcoming you all.
Statement Released 7th August 2021
Welcome back! After such a long time without having the opportunity to host as many happy people as we would usually, we are delighted to be back!
As we see Coronavirus in retreat (fingers crossed it continues), we have been able to welcome happy couples, their nearest and dearest, along with suppliers such as florists, cake makers, pipers, make-up artists, musicians and entertainers, to name a few. We can only say that hearing people making their vows, telling their stories, laughing, celebrating, sharing joyful moments and leaving Dundas with happy memories is a real privilege. Thanks also to all the suppliers who have helped to create these happy moments, and we look forward to many more to come.
Whilst restrictions have been significantly eased, we shall maintain our ‘Covid Housekeeping’ standards, continue to provide hand sanitiser and work to best practise in order to keep all guests, suppliers and staff safe.
Please do contact us if you have any questions about events here at Dundas Castle. We would be delighted to help you to plan and make happy memories, regardless of what you would like to celebrate!
Warmest wishes from Team Dundas!
Statement Released 26th April 2021
Sunny greetings from Dundas Castle ~ we hope that you are all keeping well.
The Scottish Government continue to review guidelines on a three-weekly basis. We are closely following progress, in order to keep clients and colleagues safe and well.
As the rollout of the vaccination program continues at a good pace, we are delighted to now be able to welcome prospective clients from across the UK for viewings.
* Appointments to view Dundas Castle for a wedding, private celebration or corporate event can be arranged by contacting the team.
* Weddings and funerals can take place with a limit of 50 people. This increases to 100 people as of 17th June. Please contact the team if you would like to discuss your requirements.
* Furthermore, we are delighted to announce that we now have two more self-catered properties in addition to our lovely Boathouse! The Boathouse is available for bookings now. North Lodge and White Lodge can be booked for staycations from mid-May. We look forward to welcoming guests once again for a relaxing mini-break!
Safety and well-being is of course our number one priority. To reassure you before arrival, thorough risk assessments have been carried out to ensure that guests, family, staff, suppliers and contractors are all kept as safe as possible. Staff have attended specific best practice Covid19 housekeeping training courses, PPE, cleaning equipment and supplies have all been upgraded. Hand sanitiser is readily available in a number of locations on site. We have a flexible approach and will review all procedures along our journey through every phase of the Government’s Route Map.
Whether you are viewing the Castle for a potential wedding, special event or staying in one of our self-catering retreats, you can be confident that we are following all published guidelines and have attained VisitScotland’s ‘Good to Go’ accreditation.
For a wee peep of the Castle from the comfort of your own home, please feel free to browse through our virtual tour!
We are at the end of the phone or via email if you need to contact us.
We look forward to welcoming you! In the meantime, keep safe and well.
With our best wishes, Team Dundas
Statement Released 29th March 2021
Springtime Brings Beautiful Blooms and Hope!
On April 26th we are delighted to be able to open our doors once more, as restrictions continue to ease.
The Scottish Government are reviewing guidelines on a three weekly basis. We are closely following progress, in order to keep clients and colleagues safe and well. As such, we must implement the following:
* Weddings and funerals can take place with a limit of 50 people. Please contact the team if you would like to discuss your requirements.
* Appointments to view Dundas Castle for a wedding, private celebration or corporate event can now take place for Scottish residents only. Please contact the team to make arrangements to view.
* Furthermore, our delightful Boathouse perched on the side of our loch is available for self-catering bookings from 26th April 2021. We look forward to welcoming guests once again for a relaxing mini break!
Safety and well-being is of course our number one priority. To reassure you before arrival, thorough risk assessments have been carried out to ensure that guests, family, staff, suppliers and contractors are all kept as safe as possible. Staff have attended specific best practice Covid19 housekeeping training courses, PPE, cleaning equipment and supplies have all been upgraded. Hand sanitiser is readily available in a number of locations on site. We have a flexible approach and will review all procedures along our journey through every phase of the Government’s Route Map.
Whether you are viewing the Castle for a potential wedding, special event or staying in the one of our self-catering retreats, you can be confident that we are following all published guidelines and have attained
VisitScotland’s ‘Good to Go’ accreditation.
For a wee peep of the Castle from the comfort of your own home, please feel free to browse through our virtual tour!
We are at the end of the phone or via email if you need to contact us.
We look forward to welcoming you! In the meantime, keep safe and well.
With our best wishes, Team Dundas.
Statement Released 4th January 2021
Firstly, as we start 2021, we wish you and your loved ones a happier year ahead.
Whilst we have returned to work, we shall be working from home until the end of January, as per the enhanced Tier 4 of restrictions outlined by the Scottish Government on 4th January.
* Weddings ceremonies can take place with a limit of 5 people, however no wedding receptions are permitted. Please contact the team if you would like to discuss your requirements.
* Appointments to view Dundas Castle for a wedding, private celebration or corporate event cannot take place during this time. However, we are able to take enquiries and would be delighted to discuss your plans with you. Our diary is open and we would be happy to hold a date for you until you are able to view the Castle.
* Whilst we can accept future self catering bookings for the Boathouse, under current restrictions self catering accommodation remains closed. Any existing bookings during this time for guests will be postponed to a later date.
We apologise for any disruption to your plans if you have been affected by this.
As we move through the Five Tiers as outlined by the Scottish Government, we shall update this notification accordingly.
Statement Released 21st December 2020
As of 26th December, we will be in Tier 4 of restrictions as outlined by the Scottish Government. These restrictions will remain in place for three weeks.
* Weddings ceremonies and funerals can take place with a limit of 20 people, however no wedding receptions are permitted. Please contact the team if you would like to discuss your requirements.
* Appointments to view Dundas Castle for a wedding, private celebration or corporate event cannot take place during this time. However, we are able to take enquiries and would be delighted to discuss your plans with you. Our diary is open and we would be happy to hold a date for you until you are able to view the Castle.
* Whilst we can accept future self catering bookings for the Boathouse, under current restrictions self catering accommodation remains closed. Any existing bookings during this time for guests will be postponed to a later date.
We apologise for any disruption to your plans if you have been affected by this.
As we move through the Five Tiers as outlined by the Scottish Government, we shall update this notification accordingly.
The office will be shut from the 25th December until the 4th January for the Christmas holidays.
We send you our best wishes for the festive season and hope that you and yours are keeping well.
Here’s hoping that we shall all have a brighter, happier and above all else, a healthier and more peaceful year ahead.
Statement Released 17th November 2020
As restrictions are currently under review on a weekly basis, Dundas Castle remains open. However, to keep clients and colleagues well, we are following Scottish Government guidelines in order to operate safely.
As of Friday 20th November, whilst we remain within level 3 of restrictions as outlined by the Scottish Government, changes have been made which have an impact on our business. These are outlined below and will remain in place until 11th December 2020.
* Weddings and funerals can take place with a limit of 20 people. Please contact the team if you would like to discuss your requirements.
* Appointments to view Dundas Castle for a wedding, private celebration or corporate event can only be held during this time for residents within the Edinburgh City Council local authority area.
* Whilst we can accept future self catering bookings for the Boathouse, under current restrictions only residents of Edinburgh City Council local authority can travel to and stay in the Boathouse overnight up to 11th December 2020. Any existing bookings during this time for guests who live outside this local authority will be postponed to a later date.
We apologise for any disruption to your plans if you have been affected by this.
As we move through the five tier system we shall update this notification accordingly.
We are at the end of the phone or via email if you need to contact us for any reason.
We send you our best wishes and hope that you and yours are keeping well.
Statement Released 2nd November 2020
As restrictions are currently under review on a weekly basis, Dundas Castle remains open. However, to keep clients and colleagues well, we are following Government guidelines in order to operate safely.
As of Monday 2nd November, we fall within level 3 level of restrictions as outlined by the Scottish Government. As such, we must implement the following:
* Weddings and funerals can take place with a limit of 20 people. Please contact the team if you would like to discuss your requirements.
* Appointments to view Dundas Castle for a wedding, private celebration or corporate event can only be held during this time for residents within tier 3.
* Whilst we can accept future self catering bookings for the Boathouse, under current restrictions only residents within tier 3 can travel to and stay in the Boathouse overnight. Any existing bookings for guests who live outside tier 3 will be postponed to a later date. We apologise for any disruption to your plans if you have been affected by this.
As we move through the five tier system we shall update this notification accordingly.
We are at the end of the phone or via email if you need to contact us for any reason.
We send you our best wishes and hope that you and yours are keeping well.
Statement released 10th July 2020
We Are Ready and Our Welcome is Warm!
Further to our last statement and in line with Scottish Government Phase Three of the Route Map, we are delighted to be able to open our doors to welcome prospective wedding couples to view Dundas for their special day. As an Exclusive use venue and family home, viewings are, as always, by appointment only. This gives us the opportunity to get to know you a little better before your arrival and to keep you and our staff safe during this unprecedented time.
For a wee peep of the Castle from the comfort of your own home, please feel free to browse through our virtual tour!
If you are considering Dundas for your special day or any other celebration, please contact Jill or Morvern; who would be delighted to help and can be reached on 07895 581303 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday. Alternatively email [email protected] or [email protected].
Furthermore, our delightful Boathouse perched on the side of our loch is available for self catering bookings from 15th July 2020. We look forward to welcoming guests once again for a relaxing mini break!
Safety and well-being is of course our number one priority. To reassure you before arrival, thorough risk assessments have been carried out to ensure that guests, family, staff, suppliers and contractors are all kept as safe as possible. Staff have attended specific best practice Covid19 housekeeping training courses, PPE, cleaning equipment and supplies have all been upgraded. Hand sanitiser is readily available in a number of locations on site. We have a flexible approach and will review all procedures along our journey through every phase of the Government’s Route Map.Whether you are viewing the Castle for a potential wedding, special event or staying in the Boathouse, you can be confident that we are following all published guidelines and have attained VisitScotland’s ‘Good to Go’ accreditation.
We look forward to welcoming you! In the meantime, keep safe and well.
We shall continue to update this page as information becomes available.
Statement released 5th June 2020
It has been some time since we updated our message, as we have been awaiting advice from the Scottish Government as to the easing of restrictions in relation to Covid-19. During this time, we hope that you and yours have been keeping safe and well.
The ongoing Government advice on Covid-19 means that the office remains closed at present. However, we have continued to take enquiries and bookings during this time. Morvern and Jill are handling all Dundas Castle enquiries and client communications; they would love to hear from you if you have any questions about holding a special event at Dundas
We are now compiling a waiting list for viewings, for wedding couples who are considering Dundas as their special place to make their vows.
Until we are able to welcome you for a viewing in person, please feel free to view the Castle via our virtual tour.
If you have an enquiry about a new or existing wedding booking, please email [email protected]. For corporate events, private bookings and all other enquiries, please email [email protected].
If you do need to speak to us, we can be reached between 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday on 07895 581303.
Please be patient if we are not able to respond quite as quickly as we usually would. Thank you for your understanding and rest assured, we shall respond to you shortly.
We are monitoring the ongoing health situation and will reopen the office once the Government has advised us as safe to do so.
We look forward to welcoming you to Dundas Castle in the very near future.
Please keep safe and well.
We shall continue to update this page as further information becomes available.
Statement released 31st March 2020
Firstly, we hope that you and yours are all keeping safe and well.
During the current exceptional circumstances created by COVID-19 and following UK and Scottish Government advice, the office is currently closed.
We are still taking enquiries and bookings as Morvern Lucas and Jill Price are still working. They are handling all Dundas Castle enquiries and client communications.
If you have an enquiry about an existing wedding booking, please email [email protected]. For corporate events, private bookings and all other enquiries, please email [email protected].
If you do need to speak to us, we can be reached between 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday on 07895 581303.
Please be patient if we are not able to respond quite as quickly as we usually would. Thank you for your understanding and rest assured, we shall respond to you shortly.
We are monitoring the ongoing health situation and will reopen the office once the Government has advised us as safe to do so.
We look forward to welcoming you to Dundas Castle in the very near future. If your tour has been postponed, in the meantime you can see the Castle through our 3D tour.
Please keep safe and well.
We shall continue to update this page as further information becomes available.
Statement released 23rd March 2020
Following recent announcements from the Scottish and UK Governments and the growing concern on the part of the World Health Organisation (WHO) with regards to Coronavirus, we have reviewed the processes and facilities here at Dundas Castle.
In light of the current advice, we are working remotely at the moment. We are still of course taking enquiries and bookings, and available to discuss your existing booking. If you have an enquiry about an existing wedding booking, please email [email protected]. For corporate events, private bookings and all other enquiries, please email [email protected].
We thank you for your understanding during this time and look forward to welcoming you to Dundas Castle in the very near future. If your tour has been postponed, in the mean time you can see the Castle through our 3D tour.
Please keep safe and well.
We shall continue to update this page as further information becomes available.
Statement released 13th March 2020
Following recent announcements from the Scottish and UK Governments and the growing concern on the part of the World Health Organisation (WHO) with regards to Coronavirus, we have reviewed the processes and facilities at Dundas Castle.
We already adopt the highest standards of health and hygiene, operating to the standards of the REHIS (Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland) in our kitchens and with a focus on the health and wellbeing of our guests and staff.
As all staff and visitors are asked to wash their hands regularly and use hand sanitiser, we have heightened our disinfection processes and added paper towels to our bathrooms. We are further reminding staff of the necessity of good standards of hygiene when working in the Castle and we are following guidelines on self isolation if someone feels unwell.
For the time being, the Castle remains open, our events are continuing as normal and we are working with our suppliers to maintain business as usual. In time, should guidelines change, we will review this and update our plans accordingly. As many people book their events well in advance, we are still, of course, taking enquiries and bookings. If you have an enquiry about an existing booking, contact our team on 0131 319 2039.
We would ask that anyone who is planning to visit the Castle should not enter the building if they have any symptoms associated with the Coronavirus. We would also ask that if you develop the symptoms of Coronavirus within 14 days of having been here, you let us know so that we can take necessary precautions for staff and future guests.
We shall continue to update this page as further information becomes available.