Events

Set against dramatic coastlines, mountain horizons, championship fairways and historic landmarks, Marine & Lawn Golf Hotels brings people together in some of the game’s most remarkable destinations.

From meetings and weddings to milestone celebrations, each occasion is shaped by its surroundings and brought to life with distinctive spaces, thoughtful hospitality and local expertise.

Overlooking the Old Course, Rusacks offers intimate private dining, restaurant and bar buyouts, and terraces made for memorable gatherings in the heart of St Andrews, all with the game’s most famous fairways just outside.

Private Dining Room at 18

31 sq m | Reception: 20 | Banquet: 20

Set within 18, the hotel's rooftop restaurant, this private dining room pairs floor-to-ceiling windows with views across West Sands Beach and the North Sea. With space for up to 20 guests, it offers a more intimate way to experience one of the hotel's most remarkable settings.

Ideal for private dinners, corporate meetings, celebrations and intimate gatherings.

18 Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

441 sq m | Reception: 150 |Banquet 120

At the top of Marine & Lawn Rusacks, 18 looks directly across the 1st and 18th fairways of the Old Course, with West Sands Beach and the North Sea beyond. Inside, the restaurant and bar make the most of the setting, while the outdoor terrace has its own private putting green.

Ideal for all-out celebrations, corporate hospitality and larger gatherings.

The Bridge

399 sq m | Reception: 100 | Banquet: 70

Large bay windows put the Old Course and centuries-old Swilcan Bridge front and centre at The Bridge. Polished but relaxed, the restaurant brings one of St Andrews' most iconic landscapes right to the table.

Ideal for exclusive-use lunches and dinners, awards events, drinks receptions and wedding celebrations.

Rao's at Rusacks

161 sq m | Reception: 100 | Banquet: 60

The legendary New York institution comes to St Andrews for a limited residency at Marine & Lawn Rusacks. Overlooking the 18th hole of the Old Course, Rao's at Rusacks brings the Italian-American classics and unmistakable atmosphere of one of New York's most famously hard-to-book restaurants to Scotland.

Ideal for exclusive-use dinners, private celebrations and corporate hospitality.

Room 116: The Best View in Golf™

45 sq m | Reception: 10

An intimate whisky lounge with a view worthy of its name. Room 116 opens onto a private terrace overlooking the 18th green of the Old Course, while deep tones, plush furnishings and curated vintage pieces give the room its distinctive character. Sharing plates and seasonal small bites complete the experience.

Ideal for exclusive-use events, golf experiences and whisky tastings.

The Gallery

164 sq m | Reception: 70 | Theater: 30

Just off the lobby, The Gallery brings together panelled walls, rich tapestries, comfortable seating areas and a full-size snooker table. Grand proportions and a flexible layout give the room a character all its own.

Ideal for drinks receptions, meetings, breakout sessions, guest speaker events, team-building activities and private gatherings.

Three distinctive event spaces, picturesque gardens, 84 rooms and suites, dining and spa facilities come together beside the West Links and Firth of Forth, creating an easy setting for weddings, private dinners and group gatherings.

The Fidra Suite

290 sq m | Reception: 200

Floor-to-ceiling glass fills the Fidra Suite with natural light and opens up views across the Firth of Forth. With plenty of room and a flexible layout, it’s the hotel’s largest setting for meetings and events.

Ideal For: Conferences, seminars, award dinners and small-scale shows.

The Library

40 sq m | Dinner: 20

Oak-panelled walls, a fireplace and large bay windows overlooking the Firth of Forth give The Library its distinctive period character. An intimate setting for meetings, presentations and private gatherings.

Ideal For: Company meetings, seminars and hospitality.

The Walled Garden

720 sq m | Reception: 100

A sheltered outdoor setting within the hotel grounds, The Walled Garden is available for gatherings throughout the warmer months.

Ideal For: Outdoor gatherings and receptions.

The Tantallon Suite

40 sq m | Meeting: 20

Designed for smaller working sessions, the Tantallon Suite pairs a classic boardroom setup with a 75-inch monitor compatible with USB and HDMI.

Ideal For: Board meetings, seminars and breakout sessions.

The Lawn

Overlooking the West Links and Firth of Forth, The Lawn brings the hotel’s coastal setting into a bright, relaxed dining room. Available for exclusive hire, the entire restaurant becomes yours for the occasion.

Ideal For: Private dinners, celebrations, receptions and group dining.

Bass Rock Bar

Rich interiors and views towards the Firth of Forth give Bass Rock Bar plenty of character for a gathering. Available for exclusive hire, the full bar offers a relaxed setting for drinks, celebrations and evening events.

Ideal For: Drinks receptions, celebrations, private parties and informal gatherings.

From intimate private dining to larger gatherings of up to 200, Troon offers four event spaces, two restaurants and dedicated event support, all set above Royal Troon with the Ayrshire coast and Firth of Clyde beyond.

The Portland Suite

Theatre: 200 | Banquet: 120 | Cabaret: 96

Large and flexible, the Portland Suite can host up to 200 guests or partition into two separate spaces for smaller events. A private bar makes it a fully self-contained function space.

Ideal for weddings, large conferences, and incentive groups.

The Conservatory

Theatre: 30 | Banquet: 30

A bright, glass-roofed space overlooking the Portland Course at Royal Troon. Works well as a standalone venue for smaller events or as a reception and breakout space alongside the Portland Suite.

Ideal for cocktail receptions, small seminars, and breakout sessions.

The Gailes Suite

Theatre: 80 | Banquet: 60 | Boardroom: 28

A flexible suite that works equally well as a formal meeting room or a relaxed lounge for delegates. Available for half and full-day bookings. Ideal for meetings, private dining, and ceremony rooms.

Ideal for meetings, private dining, and ceremony rooms.

The Darley Suite

Theatre: 18 | Banquet: 20 | Boardroom: 12

An atmospheric room with distinctive architectural features — the right size for a boardroom meeting, interview panel, or private dinner for up to 20.

Ideal for boardroom meetings and private dining.

The Rabbit

Potentially add capacities.

A bright, curved dining room with wraparound windows looking out over the Portland Course and the Firth of Clyde, recognised with 2 AA Rosettes.

Ideal for private dining, milestone celebrations, and corporate gatherings.

The Seal

Potentially add capacities.

A bar with a snooker table, floor-to-ceiling blue floral wallpaper, and tall windows facing the course. Named after Royal Troon's opening hole, with cocktails and a Scottish whisky list to match the view.

Ideal for drinks receptions, informal dinners, and pre-event gatherings.

Five event spaces and two restaurants range from intimate private rooms to grand-scale celebrations, with the Mourne Mountains and Irish Sea creating a dramatic setting for weddings, meetings and milestone occasions.

The Grand Ballroom

720 sq m | Reception: 600

One of the largest function suites in Northern Ireland, the Grand Ballroom can accommodate receptions of up to 800 guests. A self-contained space with its own entrance, it can be dressed and configured to suit any event.

Ideal for weddings, gala dinners, and large conferences.

THE CHANDELIER ROOM

280 sq m | Reception: 300 | Dinner: 140

A light-filled room with curved windows overlooking Dundrum Bay and the Mourne Mountains. Works equally well as a ceremony space or reception room, with crystal chandeliers and direct views to the coast.

Ideal for weddings, dinners, and corporate receptions.

THE ANNESLEY ROOM

119 sq m | Reception: 100 | Dinner: 60

A grand and classical space with original columns, statement chandeliers, and a fireplace. Available for half and full-day bookings.

Ideal for ceremonies, private dining, and meetings.

THE BRUNEL LOUNGE

130 sq m | Reception: 100 | Dinner: 100

A dedicated bar, direct access to the front lawns, and floor-to-ceiling windows with mountain and sea views. Works well as a standalone venue or as a reception space alongside the Grand Ballroom or Chandelier Room.

Ideal for drinks receptions, intimate dinners, and pre-event gatherings.

THE DRAWING ROOM

52 sq m | Reception: 25 | Dinner: 25

A quiet room off the main lobby with views over the lawn and the sea beyond. The right size for a welcome drinks reception, rehearsal dinner, or small private gathering.

Ideal for rehearsal dinners, welcome drinks, and intimate celebrations.

CENTENARY ROOMS

27.5 – 44.5 sq m | Capacity: 20 – 40 per room

Six flexible rooms on the first floor, bookable individually or as a full suite.

Ideal for breakout sessions, workshops, and seminars.

JJ Farrall's

Named after the Victorian architect who built Slieve Donard, J.J. Farrall's has been the heart of the hotel since 1898 — high ceilings, period details, and a dining room that has welcomed guests for well over a century.

Ideal for private dining, milestone celebrations, and corporate gatherings.

The Percy French

Named after Ireland's most beloved entertainer, The Percy French sits at the entrance to Slieve Donard with the Mourne Mountains and the Irish Sea behind it. Dark timber rafters, a stone fireplace, and a lifetime's worth of golf history on the walls.

Ideal for drinks receptions, casual gatherings, and post-round pints.

From the 1616 Ballroom for up to 200 to more intimate restaurant and bar buyouts, Dornoch pairs historic interiors and Highland character with flexible spaces for weddings, private dinners, meetings and celebrations.

1616 Ballroom

185 sq m | Reception 200

Statement chandeliers, grand columns, and a bold floral ceiling give the 1616 Ballroom plenty of character. Marine & Lawn Dornoch’s largest event space, it can host up to 200 guests with room to make the occasion your own.

Ideal For: Weddings, celebrations, conferences and gala dinners.

The Golden Gorse

Looking across the Royal Dornoch links towards the sea, The Golden Gorse brings the Highland setting right to the table. Available for exclusive use, the restaurant offers an elegant but relaxed setting with access to its outdoor terrace.

Ideal For: Private dinners, celebrations and group gatherings.

Bar Ross

Rich wood panelling, tartan and the warmth of a classic Highland bar give Bar Ross a character all its own. Take over the space for a relaxed gathering built around good drinks, good company and a setting that feels distinctly Dornoch.

Ideal For: Drinks receptions, private parties and informal gatherings.

Best suited to smaller celebrations, Portrush offers private dinners, birthdays and special occasions centred around Red Sail Room, with the team on hand to help shape the details in the heart of the Causeway Coast.

Red Sail Room

A warm, characterful restaurant and bar setting with flexible space for hosting guests over food and drinks, supported by the Portrush team throughout.

Ideal for private dinners, birthdays, milestone celebrations and small gatherings.