We spent a week at Forter Castle in July 2006
We were wed in the Chapel and stayed for our honeymoon. I have to say that this is the most idyllic setting for the most perfect small intimate wedding that I could imagine. Nothing negative at all, it was just perfect. John's food superb, the hampers left for us, ideal. Decor spot on, beds very very comfy.
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We were looking for a place with a diffrence for our daughters wedding and we found FORTAR CASTLE. IT had everything we wanted sleeps 10 , takes dogs and had a small private chapel. The housekeeper was more then helpful, she helped with the small problems with us being so far away, like flowers etc. The housekeeeper also did the catering for a 6 course meal in the main hall with her small army of helpers and all our guests were very impressed with her high standards. NOTHING was to much trouble for anyone of them.
The castle itself has been restored to the a high standard of warmth and comfort. Its like going back in time with all the modern day comforts. The stairs in side are very steep so they are NO good for the infirm or small children. The bedrooms have fourposters in 2 and the other 3 have big kingsize zip beds, either single or doubles. It is a very restful place.
The local hotel will take the overspill of guests and provide a taxi service to the castle. The local people are very nice but BE WARNED stay away from the drink they call RUSTY NAIL.
If you want a Fairytale wedding, a extra special wedding or just a special time then Fortar Castle is for you.

Amazing place, we arranged to get wed at Forter Castle in April 2005 and it was the most fabulous week. The Pooley's made us very welcome (thank you!), and Dot McLean and her helpers worked very hard on the day of our wedding, providing all the catering, inc drinks service. Its a beautiful location, we stayed for a whole week, certainly a place to share with special friends/family. If you need extra accommodation for other guests, then the cottages at Dalnaglar Castle were perfect and very close by.