Information For Augill Castle

Augill Castle is a privately owned Victorian Gothic Folly set in 15 acres of grounds with glorious public rooms and space to sleep up to 32 adults, and seat up to 40 in the dining room.

It was the chance to breathe new life into a sadly neglected castle that brought the Bennett's to Cumbria in 1997. They originally opened a few rooms as a lifestyle business to indulge their passion for the building. The business took off in a way they never anticipated and Augill today is a much bigger project than they could have imagined. Nevertheless, they continue to work hard to retain its unique family atmosphere.

Augill Castle may be unlike anywhere you have ever stayed before. Why? It is, as one guest wrote, perfectly imperfect. The castle has been a family home and they continue to seek to recreate a true country house experience.

Augill is quite simply a place to relax, reflect and kick off your shoes without causing a scandal. They believe big beds, billowing pillows, bath sheets and good showers are more important to you than direct dial telephones, trouser presses and modem ports although, thankfully the castle is now fully superfast wi-fi’d!

“What joy to be back in the real world at such a special place. Fabulous staff, food and divine beds … what more can we ask after lockdown?” May 2021

The place is far from perfect and that’s what makes it all so interesting. 148 windows and an acre of roof take some upkeep. But some of the renovation decisions have led to retaining original features rather than replacing them with new because they want the history of the building to sing – even if it is slightly off-key sometimes.

The Bennetts aim for genuine hospitality made of genuine interactions. They hope you will enjoy what makes them different and revel in creating long lasting memories.

They may do things differently from the norm and Augill is a very personal creation, but they sincerely hope you succumb to the magic, as they have, and enjoy the experience!

Augill Castle at a Glance

Price Range

£4000 - £12000

Bedrooms

16

Type of Venue

Historic
Castle
Stately Home
Exclusive Use
Marquee Weddings
Hotel Weddings
Same-Sex Weddings
Unique Venue

Seated Capacity

Up to 40

Reception Capacity

Up to 40

Exclusive Use - you get the castle, the grounds, sumptuous rooms, personal service Historic but fun - built to impress, you too can wow your friends & family Genuine hospitality - no standard menus, no stuffy staff, just pure friendliness Your wedding, your way - with our 26 years of personal experience Beautiful grounds & stunning architecture - so whatever the weather, the photos will be perfect Personal service - Wendy & her team look after you Pricing Category : ModerateMinimum Price : 4000Reception Capacity ( Indoor / Outdoor ) : 40Seated Dining Capacity ( Indoor or Outdoor ) : 40Has AccommodationBridal Suite : Honeymoon Suite View More

Sleeps No Of People : 32HistoricCastleCountry House Manor HouseWedding Contact : Wendy BennettNumber of People In Team : 10No of Weddings Hosted : Number of Weddings Hosted - More Than 50Location : In The CountrysideNearest Town : Kirkby StephenNearest Airport : NewcastleNearest Motorway : M6 & M1Nearest Train Station : Kirkby Stephen CoolUnique Wedding VenueUnusualIntimateIn House DancefloorCeremony LicenceAlcohol LicenseBYOB PermittedCorkage ChargeAlcohol ProvisionBartendingExternal Catering PermittedIn House CateringIn House Wine ListWestern European CuisineBuffet StyleClean UpPre-Wedding ConsultationSeated MealSet UpStaff ProvidedTables And Chairs ProvidedTableware ProvidedSound Systems Available PackageFull Service PlanningOn The Day Wedding CoordinationMaster Of CeremonyPublic Liability InsuranceBridal Changing FacilitiesDisabled AccessExclusive UseGrade Listed BuildingIn House Wedding CoordinatorLandscaped GardensMarquee or Tipi PermittedOnsite ParkingOutdoor SpacePet FriendlyLovely GroundsRomanticGarden OutdoorHotelSame-Sex View Less

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Augill Castle, Brough, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4DE