Business Meetinf

Federation of Small Busines are holding their hustings meeting in the Baronial hall on Thursday 21st April 2011 from 7pm For further details contact Gillian on 07712133301. Finger buffet to be served at close of meeting.

New Dining Room Menu

Monday 30th April 2011 heralds the long awaited launch on our new Al a Carte menu which will be served in our Oak restaraunt nightly from 6.00pm - 8.30pm. Gavin and Mark (of Gleneagles and Lands of loyal Hotels) would be delighted to cater for you and are more than happy to discuss any dietry requirement that you may have. Freshlt prepared quality food, friendly service and reasonble prices. Bookings now being taken on 01350 728 030

We are the perfect place for Weddings, and Italian food

Well, here we go, the second blog for the hotel, and carrying on from the last one, we're going to tell you all about what we can offer you for Weddings, and Italian food in the Birnam Inn.

WEDDINGS

Your wedding should be the most exceptional day of your life and we are determined that every bride and groom will walk away with wonderful memories of their own unique occasion. This is your moment.

Bride and Groom arriving at the Birnam Hotel

All set for the wedding breakfast in the Baronial Hall

There's nothing quite the same as a traditional Highland wedding and what better place to celebrate the happy occasion than in a fully restored traditional Baronial Hall. Complete with spacious dance floor, spectacular vaulted ceiling, traditional dark oak beams and it's own self-contained bar, the Baronial Hall is sure to add a touch of highland magic to any celebration.

On the staircase en route to the Baronial Hall for the wedding breakfast

We offer a wide variety of choices for wedding venues. The magnificent and majestic Baronial Hall can seat up to 135, The Oak Restaurant can seat 50, and The Cameron Suite would suit an intimate wedding ceremony of up to 24 or as a drinks reception area for a larger function. All three areas with the addition of the reception and splendid staircase make it the perfect wedding venue.

The red carpet treatment for our Bride and Groom

From the moment you fall in love with the Birnam Hotel our team will be there to make sure your day is simply perfect. Whether it is a quiet intimate gathering, renewing old vows or a traditional full wedding celebration, our attention to detail and flexibility will ensure the perfect Wedding Breakfast and Reception, so you and your guests can relax and celebrate your day in style.

Photograph taken from the Baronial Hall looking down at the happy couple and their guests

We love hosting wedding receptions at the Birnam Hotel and will do all we can to make the day extra special. We have a trained staff on hand with many years of experience who will help you plan and arrange this momentous day with as little stress as possible. Let us look after the table plans and menus for you.

Wedding ceremony at the famous Birnam Oak

 After the festivities are over you'll want somewhere special to relax and unwind and enjoy a glass of fine champagne to reflect on the day's events. All our bedrooms have recently been upgraded to a high level and offer the discerning guest a comfortable night's accommodation.

The beautiful couple have a word with the piper

We also have a 4-poster bed for the bride and groom. Our spectacular Honeymoon Suite provides a haven with it's magnificent solid oak four poster bed, deep pile carpets and luxurious soft furnishings it's so comfortable you'll want to stay forever. As an added bonus we're pleased to offer newlyweds a complimentary champagne breakfast in bed to make your first morning together that little bit extra special.

To us every wedding is unique and that's why our team will be on hand from the start to guide you through every detail until we know you are happy and to make sure everything is just right so you can enjoy your day to the full.

Wee cherub

Please do not hesitate to contact us with any queries regarding your wedding. Alternatively, we would be delighted to meet with you to discuss your requirements and show you the facilities available at the Birnam Hotel.

A toast before enjoying their wedding breakfast in the Oak Restaurant 

BIRNAM INN

Friday 16 July 2010 hailed the much awaited opening of the Birnam Inn after 2 long years of closure.

Located across the courtyard from the Birnam Hotel, the Birnam Inn has been decorated and renovated to the same high standard as the hotel.  It has a cosy public bar area, very spacious eating section and quieter mezzanine level with comfy chairs.  Outside there is a sunny decking area with chairs and tables and on the grassy bank there are benches.  TV's have been installed in the 3 main areas for you to enjoy special sporting occasions such as golf, football, rugby and tennis.  There is a place for everyone at the Birnam Inn.

We have brought a specially trained chef from Glasgow who, with his own team, creates hand crafted, freshly baked pizzas, pastas, salads and grills.  He makes his own bread dough and also freshly prepares sauces and toppings.  You can eat in or take away - the choice is yours.

 The Birnam Inn is open the following hours:

Monday - Closed
Tuesday - Closed
Wednesday - 5pm-11pm  Food served until 9pm
Thursday - 5pm- 11pm  Food served until 9pm
Friday - 11am-12.30am  Food served 12pm-9pm
Saturday - 11am-12.30am  Food served 12pm-9pm
Sunday - 12pm-11pm  Food served until 9pm

Well, there we go, our 2nd blog under our belts, hope you've enjoyed learning that little bit more about the Birnam Hotel and Inn, if you have any enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01350 728030 or email enquiries@birnamhotel.com or check out our website for more information www.birnamhotel.com

Some photographs used in this blog are courtesy of Neil Fordyce - www.neilfordyce.com

Welcome to the Birnam Hotel

Well, first of all, welcome to the first blog of the Birnam Hotel.  We thought that we'd take this opportunity to tell you a little about the hotel, before we tell you about the various events and happenings of the hotel!!!


In true Scottish Baronial Style the hotel stands on the south bank of the River Tay, Scotland's premier salmon fishing river. Close to the hotel stands the Birnam Oak, the Last remnant of Birnam Wood made famous in Shakespeare's Macbeth.

The Birnam Hotel is steeped in history, from the Great Fire in 1912, to the visits by the King of Spain and by the French Empress, though at different times. The French Empress stayed at the hotel when the railway terminated at Birnam. She travelled incognito as a Countess and visited the Duke of Atholl who was in residence in Dunkeld. The Duke and Countess toured Scotland together during her stay. We may wonder if romance blossomed.

The Birnam Hotel was much patronised by the nobility and gentry during the second half of the last century. It was said that if a young man wished to enter society he should first spend a month here to observe its manners.

After a major fire some years ago the hotel has been fully refurbished and redecorated to a high and truly individual standard, yet still retains the individuality and charm for which it is renowned.

Today, the Birnam Hotel offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, whilst still retaining the character of the building.  From the reception with our picture wall showing some of the history of this area and our main staircase with it's beautiful architecture, the Birnam offers a warm welcome, whether you are visiting for a relaxing break, a conference or on your wedding day.

Each of our 28 rooms are individually and tastefully decorated by the owners and care has been taken to compliment the hotel's unique style.

The rooms all have en suite facilities, with freeview television, direct dial telephone and tea and coffee making facilities.

The Birnam Hotel is well renowned for hosting weddings and large functions in the magnificent Baronial Hall, or smaller functions in the Oak Restaurant, the Scots Bar, the Cameron Suite and the Lennox Suite. The Birnam Hotel has a room to suit every event.

Baronial Hall - seating for up to 135

Oak Restaurant - seating for up to 50

Scots Bar - seating for up to 40

Cameron Suite - seating for up to 24

Birnam Inn - seating for up to 76

Lennox Suite - seating for up to 10

We are happy to cater for groups, families, coach parties, funerals and business conferences and meetings. We have meeting facilities suitable for all sizes of parties, while our grand Baronial Hall is perfectly suited to weddings, parties, receptions and larger functions.
Courses can be arranged on a daily delegate rate and we have the perfect facilities for catering and breakout rooms. Just let us know in advance what equipment you require and we will be happy to arrange this.

The Baronial Hall

The truly spectacular Baronial Hall is the ideal venue for weddings, dinners, dances and large functions.

If you're planning a celebration or special occasion we have a dedicated team on hand to make sure everything runs smoothly and professionally.

With its own bar facilities, the Baronial Hall can comfortably hold 135 guests and has a picturesque view of the Beatrix Potter Gardens. Modelled on the grand hall in Blair Castle with its high vaulted beam ceiling, it gives an air of grandeur rarely seen in modern venues.

Well that is probably enough information for our first blog, but we hope you have enjoyed learning a little (or should that be quite a bit) of information about the hotel.  We'll be back tomorrow to let you know more about the hotel, as a wedding venue and also the Birnam Inn, Birnam & Dunkeld's only Italian restaurant.