Hogmanay is the Scottish celebration of New Year’s Eve. Common traditions are ceilidh dancing and the singing of “Auld Lang Syne”, which is a Scots poem by Robert Burns. A custom which is less well-known is first-footing, which involves being the first person to visit a friend or neighbour and ‘cross the threshold’ of their land or property. It starts immediately after midnight and often involves the giving of symbolic gifts.
Fireworks over Loch Awe and the drawing room dressed for the festive period..
Christmas in the drawing room
Here at Ardanaiseig we’re hosting our very own authentic Hogmanay celebration. Breathtaking fireworks and entertainment from one of Scotland’s best loved ceilidh bands will ring in the new year, while crisp winter walks and warming open fires await the next day to clear those cobwebs. Optional activities and extras, such as archery, clay pigeon shooting and a New Year’s Day quiz are all included within the package price. Award winning food, Scottish whiskies and carefully selected wines will help make this a Hogmanay to remember!
Itinerary 2016
Friday, 30 December, 2016
3pm – Check-in
3-5pm – Afternoon tea
6.45pm – Pre-dinner drinks and nibbles
7pm – Dinner
Saturday, 31 December, 2016 – New Year’s Eve
8-9.30am – Breakfast
12.30-2pm – Lunch served in the drawing room
Throughout the day – Optional clay pigeon shooting. Please book in advance with reception.
6pm – Champagne and canapé reception
6.30pm – Black tie or Highland dress gourmet dinner
9.30pm – Piper and Scottish Highland Ceilidh entertainment
12am – Fireworks
Sunday, 1 January, 2017
8-9.30am – Breakfast
After breakfast – Optional archery. Please book in advance with reception.
1pm – Seafood platters served in the drawing room
After lunch – A quiz will take place to awaken the little grey cells! Fantastic prizes to be won.
6.45pm – Pre-dinner drinks and nibbles
7pm – New Year’s Day dinner
Monday, 2 January, 2017
8-9.30am – Breakfast
11am – Check-out
Tariffs
The Boat Shed | £2,300 (2 nights) | £2,450 (3 nights)
Master Bedroom (Loch View) | £2,100 (2 nights) | £2,300 (3 nights)
Master Bedroom (Garden View) | £1,900 (2 nights) | £2,100 (3 nights)
Double Bedroom (Garden View) | £1,700 (2 nights) | £1,950 (£3 nights)
Prices are based on two people sharing.
