Events at Douneside
Seasonal gatherings and celebrations
Throughout the year, Douneside House hosts a carefully considered programme of dinners, garden days, wine weekends and Highland celebrations. Each event is shaped by the estate, the season and the warm hospitality of the house.
A year at Douneside
Food, gardens, music
and Highland tradition.
Some events are built around the gardens, when the borders are full and the kitchen is working closely with what is growing nearby. Others belong to the quieter months, with candlelit dining, wine tastings, ceilidh music and the house gathered warmly indoors.
The Events page is a starting point. Each event has its own details, atmosphere and pace, with booking handled directly by the Douneside team.
Upcoming events
Discover the year,
one gathering at a time.
Explore the current programme below. Availability, dates and booking details are confirmed directly with Douneside House.
Summer and autumn
Highland Dinner and Dancing
Fully Booked
Contact us to be added to the 2027 event list
A black tie Highland gala with dinner, a Champagne reception and ceilidh dancing in the house.
RHS accredited gardens
Guided Garden Tours
17 July, 24 July and 7 August 2026
Booking Available
A guided walk through the gardens with the Douneside team, with the option to stay for lunch.
Highland tradition
Braemar Gathering Weekend
Friday 4 - Sunday 6 September 2026
Booking Available
A Royal Deeside stay arranged around one of Scotland's most celebrated Highland gatherings.
Food and wine
Douneside Wine Weekend
Friday 20 - Sunday 22 November 2026
Booking Available
A refined weekend of tastings, interactive sessions and a tasting dinner with carefully matched wines.
New Year at Douneside
Hogmanay at Douneside House
Wednesday 30 December 2026 - Saturday 2 January 2027
Fully Booked
A traditional Scottish New Year celebration with black tie dining, ceilidh music, Champagne and fireworks at midnight.
Summer gardens
Annual Garden Charity Day
Sunday 4th July 2027
Booking Available
Explore the gardens in support of charity, with seasonal planting, music, plant sales and home baking.
Stay for longer
Make the event
part of a Douneside stay.
Guests can choose to stay in the house or in one of the cottages, allowing time for the gardens, the surrounding estate and the wider landscape of Royal Deeside. Dining, walks and quiet time in the house often become as memorable as the event itself.
Events enquiries
Planning to join us?
Events at Douneside House are booked directly by telephone or email. This allows the team to confirm availability, answer questions and guide you towards the most suitable option, whether you are joining for a single day or planning a longer stay in Royal Deeside.
Telephone: +44 (0) 1339 881230
Email: info@dounesidehouse.co.uk