Wedding at Scottish Castle described as chaotic yet wonderful by Karen Gillan
Castle Toward, the picturesque 19th-century mansion near Dunoon, Argyll, Scotland, was the setting for actress Karen Gillan's wedding to American actor Nick Kocher in May 2022. However, the lead-up to the event was not without its challenges.
Despite the grandeur of the venue, the restoration process was impacted by the pandemic, causing construction costs to soar and a labor shortage. These issues were compounded by the usual complexities that come with renovating a historic site for an event like a wedding.
Gillan herself described the run-up to her wedding as a 'sh**show', alluding to the numerous hurdles she faced. Among these were a lack of hot water and cooking facilities, loose door handles, and exposed wires. Despite these issues, Gillan shared an image of herself inside the venue wearing her wedding dress, suggesting that she managed to maintain her composure amidst the chaos.
The wedding day itself, however, was a resounding success. Despite a few snagging issues, the event was described by everyone as their favorite wedding they've ever attended. The chaotic atmosphere reminiscent of the TV show Fawlty Towers was apparently overshadowed by the joy and excitement of the day.
The owners of Castle Toward, Denice Purdie and Keith Punler, purchased the property for £1.2 million in 2015 with the intention of turning it into a five-star wedding and events venue. Mr Punler and his staff put in a significant effort to get the venue ready for the wedding event 'right up till the last minute'.
Despite the issues encountered during the renovation and wedding preparations, Mr Punler has since invited the couple and their daughter back to Castle Toward. Gillan, who beamed on the day as she joined guests in the grounds of Castle Toward, shared an image of the beautiful venue on her social media, expressing her gratitude for the memorable day.
However, an awkward moment occurred when Gillan praised the owners' relationship, only to later learn they were going through a bitter divorce. This incident, while unfortunate, did not seem to dampen the spirit of the wedding day.
The wedding was attended by approximately 75 A-list guests, making it a star-studded affair. Despite the challenges faced during the renovation and the chaotic preparations, the wedding day itself was a testament to the enduring power of love and the ability to create lasting memories, even in the face of adversity.
News outlets were abuzz with stories of the chaotic yet successful wedding of actress Karen Gillan and American actor Nick Kocher at Castle Toward, a historic mansion turned wedding venue in Scotland. Despite the renovation challenges caused by the pandemic, the wedding day was described as the couple's favorite and most memorable, filled with entertainment provided by A-list celebrities in attendance.
