Academic retreats enquiry

Introduction

We aim to support academic groups by providing a home-from-home experience in our beautiful Mansion House and estate and are pleased to be able to offer special rates for our Members and for Academic Groups, as part of our charitable objectives. See our Table of Rates for further information on prices.

We can take bookings for groups with a minimum of 25 people, staying for at least two nights (with full-board or half-board catering) in The Burn’s Mansion House. All bookings include exclusive use of the Mansion House, grounds, gardens and all our facilities.

When you submit your details we will get in touch with you to discuss basic costs and to draw up a bespoke package to meet your needs and your budget.

    Contact details


    Booking details

    Please enter staff and student numbers to help us to understand how many shared / single rooms you need

    We accept bookings for a minimum period of three nights. Are your dates flexible?

    By telling us how many bedrooms you think you require we can get back to you with options for your group on your preferred date/s. The Mansion House can accommodate groups with a minimum of 25 and a maximum of 41 people in 18 bedrooms of various sizes (check the floorplans for details). For larger groups of up to 60 guests, or for smaller groups where sharing rooms is not an option, we may be able to provide additional accommodation in the adjacent Courtyard House or in our North and South Lodges.


    Special requirements / questions

    You can use this box to ask us for more information or to tell us more about your planned event and any special requirements (including how many bedrooms you need and what additional services – such as cots and high-chairs for infants, Z-beds for children – you would like). If you are booking an event for a charity please include your charity name and number.


    Additional services

    We have many links with excellent local suppliers and can help you organise your event by providing additional services such as celebration cakes, a Ceilidh band for Scottish dancing, basic laundry services, etc. We can also help you to book fishing permits (and rods and tuition with enough notice and for an additional charge) or source transport for special excursions.

    Useful information

    All bookings for the Mansion House are bespoke so we will liaise with you in advance about your food and beverage requirements and to find out if you would like additional extras, such as wine with dinner, afternoon tea or packed lunches.

    Our basic rates for the year (1 September 2024 – 31 August 2025) are:

    • £120 per person per night full board.
    • You can choose to extend your stay by an earlier arrival or a later departure by choosing a half-board rate for these days.

    Check in times for the Mansion House accommodation will vary and be agreed in advance. Although all rooms must be vacated by 10am on departure day, luggage can be left in the Mansion House hall until your departure time.

    Find out more by reading our Terms & Conditions.

    We look forward to welcoming your group to The Burn.

    Jan Clarke
    Bursar, The Burn