Weddings
The information here is only a guide and this is by no means the only format we can provide. Our main function room the Gathering (pictured) can seat up to 120 and can provide a magnificent setting for a memorable wedding. We strongly suggest that any bridal couple come and visit The Forth Inn so they can see and sample what is available.
The Wedding Meal
Our chefs are more than happy to discuss at length your wedding meal to ensure this is a culinary delight. It is usual to only allow one choice at each course however an alternative can be provided if required, for example a vegetarian dish. Tables can also beset in a variety of formations and we'd be happy to discuss this with you. The menus can be presented on your choice of paper or on our own note paper tied in a scroll with a ribbon to suit your theme.
Music and Dancing
The Gathering incorporates a large dance floor, and Aberfoyle has more than it's fair share of talented Musicians. We do not have resident musicians, however, The Kinlochard Ceilidh Band is the most popular Ceilidh Band in the area.
As with the Photographer our advice would be to book early, bands tend to get booked up as far ahead as 9 months! If you are thinking about having a Ceilidh, It's a good idea to also think about having a disco or similar, it breaks the evening up and allows a little variety.
Flowers
The Forth Inn can supply flowers for your wedding or you may engage your own florist. Close to Aberfoyle there are two Florists that we would recommend, Strathendrick Florist and The Daisy Chain both have a wealth of knowledge and provide an excellent service for weddings.
Exclusive Use
Unfortunately this can't happen entirely due to the public bar. What we do for larger wedding functions, is suggest that the wedding party take all the six bedrooms at a discounted rate (-10%). This takes away the possibility of having other residents to cater for, allowing us to close the smaller restaurant, which can then be set up for your buffet. With the exclusive use it also means that the smaller restaurant can be used for wedding photographs should the weather not be too kind.
Accommodation
Although The Forth Inn has just six en-suite bedrooms, don't let this be a problem for you. We are at the centre of a tourist area and therefore blessed with a variety of accommodation that can be used to compliment your day. Previous wedding parties have taken advantage of this part of the world and stayed on holiday.
Drinks
Upon reception it is quite normal to serve drinks, often Champagne with the compliments of the Bride and Groom. In order to give an estimate of the costs you may incur an average guest will consume approximately half a bottle of wine or Champagne during a one hour pre-meal reception. Alternatively with your compliments we can serve a reception drink and then open the bar to your guests.
Wines start from £14.00 per bottle and we would recommend an allowance of half a bottle per person during the wedding meal. Normally only one drink per person is required during the after dinner speeches.
We do not operate a corkage policy. All items consumed by your party must be purchased from The Forth Inn. Therefore you may not supply your own wine or spirits etc for consumption during the wedding or in the bedrooms.
