the wedding settings

The scene - the glorious arena of Angus in East Scotland, where surrounding lochans, rivers, landscapes and glens combine to complement the scenery to perfection, creating both scenic vistas and shimmering sunsets. Historic, romantic, elegant or pastoral - often choices, but here you have them all in harmony – and the dramatic backdrop of our outstanding scenery provides a stage set, which not even the best of Hollywood scenery designers could match.

Nestling amidst this scenic extravaganza. 15minutes form Dundee, 45 minutes from Perth – and under two hours drive from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Inverness, Forbes of Kingennie, decked in all its splendour, will provide a very special setting for your wedding day.

Come and visit us. Savour the prospect of holding a wedding in a setting surrounded by romantic architecture and ornamental gardens and immersed in centuries of colourful history. Discover what people here have known for years, that Scotland provides the perfect wedding backdrop for a fine and lasting romance.

The Country House

The Country House is an idyllic location for a Waterside Wedding or Corporate Event, with timber-decked balconies and terraces of the function suite overlooking the estate’s extensive fishing ponds. Beautiful landscaped grounds and the backdrop of the rolling countryside make for fantastic views, while inside the Inglesmaldie function suite and Macnab’s bar are decorated in a modern Scottish style.

Woodland Lodges

Built around some of Scotland’s most famous trout and coarse fishing waters, fourteen Luxurious Holiday Lodges nestle in the woodland area and also around the Forbes of Kingennie ponds, providing exceptional accommodation and a home-from-home for your Wedding or Corporate guests. Lodges have a four-star self-catering rating and benefit from en-suite bathrooms with many also featuring wood-burning fires and jacuzzi baths.

Leannan Boathouse – Honeymooners’ Hideaway

The jewel-in-the-crown of the Forbes of Kingennie Estate, and the perfect ‘First Night’accommodation, is the lavishly and lovingly refurbished Leannan Boathouse. Built in 1855, the Leannan Boathouse, which is Gaelic for ‘sweetheart’, has been restored to provide the perfect luxury retreat for couples.

Couples choosing to marry at Forbes of Kingennie can expect a Warm Welcome and the best of attention at all times from owners Mike and Gail Forbes and their experienced team. Corporate functions can also be tailored to suit your individual requirements and can include Fishing and Outdoor pursuits as well as Meeting and Function facilities.
The woodland lodges, Country House, Boathouse honeymoon suite and breathtaking setting make Forbes of Kingennie the perfect Scottish wedding venue. When it comes to offering a luxury wedding, Scotland has few alternatives to equal Forbes of Kingennie.

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