Ceilidh at the Castle

Ceilidh at the Castle

Join us this summer at the historic Dundonald Castle for Ceilidh at the Castle, a lively evening of traditional Scottish ceilidh dancing, featuring live music from the fantastic The Reel Stramash. Set in the atmospheric Laigh Hall, this special event promises great entertainment, good company, and a true Scottish celebration.

Enjoy a licensed cash-only bar in the grassy castle courtyard (please note drinks cannot be taken inside the castle), along with some lighthearted fundraising games – including the ever-popular Pitching Pennies game where you could win a bottle of whisky!

All proceeds from the night will go directly towards supporting Friends of Dundonald Castle’s community events and activities.

Please note: This is a strictly over-18s event and ID will be checked on arrival and at the bar. Outside food and drink are not permitted.

We look forward to dancing the night away with you!

What’s included

Admission to the event

What’s not included

Bar purchases
Fundraising activities entry

Itinerary

1830: Doors open
1900-2200: Live Band and Ceilidh Dancing
2145: Last orders
2200: Event end

Check-in details

Please show your tickets on arrival at the top of castle hill.

What to bring

Comfy shoes, appropriate clothes for being inside/outside, cash for the bar and fundraising activities.

Cancellations

Refunds are available up to 5 days before the event. Please get in touch at [email protected] to request. We cannot offer refunds for cancellations less than 5 days before the event, apologies.

Additional Information

Accessible rooms
Blue badge parking
Disabled access
Parking
Saturday 5 July 2025
7pm - 10pm
18+
26.50
Dundonald Castle Visitor Centre, Winehouse Yett, Dundonald KA2 9HD

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