Norwood Hall Hotel, Aberdeen (Aberdeen)

Built in 1881 on the site of the 15th Century Pitfodels Castle this Victorian mansion is set in seven acres of gardens.

Summary 19th century buildings Breakfast included Free car parking (on site) No smoking Facilities Free broadband access Shared gardens Children's cots

Food and Drinks Restaurant English breakfast (included) Lunch available (at additional cost) Dinner available (at additional cost) Bar Nearby recreations Recommended walks Pub (a short drive) Recommended restaurants (a short drive)

Introduction

This Victorian mansion exudes character and charm, with roaring log fires, sweeping staircases and magnificent interior design. Set in seven acres of secluded gardens and woodlands this four star hotel is situated at the gateway to Royal Deeside in an area of outstanding beauty. The cosmopolitan City of Aberdeen is steeped in history with a vast array of museums and art galleries.

The hotel has a mix of Original House and Executive rooms for guests who wish to experience Norwood's unrivalled hospitality. With some four poster beds and interconnecting and ground floor rooms available. All bedrooms are ensuite with bath, walk-in shower, hospitality tray, direct dial telephone and satillite TV.

History to the present day

In 1861 the Pitfodels Land Company sold the property of Norwood to a Mrs Helen Morrison, wife of Baillie William Adamson a London stockbroker. Mr Adamson had a fancy for the name of "Norwood" and gave it to the property where he built the house. In 1868 two years after the death of Mr Adamson, his widow disposed of the property to John Taylor of Regents Park, London. It was then resold again in 1872 to Colonel James "Soapy" Ogston, who partly rebuilt the house in 1881. He then moved his family across the River Dee to Blairs and gave Norwood to his Mistress.

Norwood is of unique interest in that within the ground stood the old home of Menzies of Pitfodels. The Pitfodels Castle stood on the high ground, slightly south east of the present house and doubtless the foundations are still there.

Norwood Hall is reputedly haunted by two ghosts. One is said to be the apparition of the Mistress of James Ogston. The poor woman despaired after Ogston would not leave his wife. The other is reputedly Ogston himself, and an apparition has been seen twice in the dining room in recent times.

Food and Drinks

Breakfast is included. The Tapestry Restaurant source only the best available produce from suppliers who meet their strict quality standards. Fish is delivered daily from renowned Scottish fishmongers George Campbell & Sons. The fish is landed daily in the traditional fishing ports of Scrabster and Fraserborough. Scallops are harvested from the clean cold waters of Scourie in Sutherland in the north of Scotland. 

The game is specially selected for by Braehead Foods providing wild venison and pigeon. Beef and Lamb are carefully sourced for by Scotbeef. All beef products are from natural Scottish pastures and are hung for 21 days. Pork is sourced from the Freedom Food Approved farms of East Anglia and chicken is corn fed free range, both of which can be traced to its point of origin. An extensive wine list is available with a wide range of fine wines selected by the company sommelier. Open daily from 6.30pm with last orders at 9.30pm (booking is advisable). Enjoy a pre dinner aperitif or choose from the extensive range of malt whiskies in either the Georgian Lounge or the stately Library. The Bar is open 11.00am-11.00pm with light bites served from 12.00pm until 6.30pm.

Grounds and gardens

The hotel has seven acres of secluded gardens and woodlands.

Other facilities

24 Hour Reception, Porter, Meeting Facilities, Restaurant and Satellite TV.

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: Norwood Hall Hotel, Garthdee Road, Cults, Aberdeen, AB15 9FX, United Kingdom

Address: Norwood Hall Hotel, Garthdee Road, Cults, Aberdeen AB15 9FX

Check In: 2.00pm Check Out: 11.00am

Directions: From the Airport: Follow Ring Road to Bridge of Dee (Asda/Walmart on right hand side). At roundabout take 3rd exit at 'Boots'and follow road, drive straight on at both roundabouts and continue straight on for approx 1 mile passing Robert Gordon's University.

Railway: Aberdeen, Portlethen, Dyce

Airport: Aberdeen, Dyce

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