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Norwood Hall Hotel at night
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Moray suite
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Norwood Hall
Norwood Hall
Top of staircase
Top of staircase
Grounds
Grounds
Dog Friendly
Dog Friendly
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Bridesmaids
The Glade
The Glade
Confetti!
Confetti!
Paying and dancing with RHCP
Paying and dancing with RHCP
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The Perfect Aberdeen Wedding Venue – Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel

Looking for the perfect wedding venue in Aberdeen? Discover Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel, an award-winning location offering elegance, exclusivity, and breathtaking scenery for your special day. Nestled within seven acres of secluded woodlands, this stunning Victorian mansion combines historic charm with modern luxury, making it one of the most romantic wedding venues in Scotland.

Elegant Spaces for Your Ceremony and Reception

Our beautiful Pitfodels Suite boasts panoramic views of landscaped gardens and the surrounding Scottish countryside, creating the perfect backdrop for your celebration. The Ballroom accommodates up to 200 guests and features:

  • Floor-to-ceiling windows and patio doors opening onto the gardens
  • A private reception area and stylish bar
  • A spacious dance floor for an unforgettable evening

For intimate weddings, our elegant Library is ideal for up to 20 guests. You can exchange vows on the lawn or in the Pitfodels Suite, as the venue is fully licensed for civil ceremonies—allowing you to host your entire day in one stunning location.

Historic Charm Meets Modern Luxury

From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by sweeping staircases, ornate fireplaces with roaring log fires, and rich wood paneling. Built in 1881 on the site of Pitfodels Castle, Norwood Hall offers a unique blend of history and sophistication. The property is approached via a picturesque tree-lined avenue and features magnificent gardens and grounds.

Exclusive Use & Award-Winning Service

We host only one wedding per day, ensuring complete exclusivity for your celebration. Our award-winning wedding team will work closely with you to create a bespoke package tailored to your vision. From planning to the big day, we provide a stress-free experience with exceptional hospitality.

Convenient Location & Accommodation

Located just minutes from Aberdeen city centre, Norwood Hall offers 73 luxurious bedrooms, including deluxe and accessible options—perfect for your guests. In-house catering includes a choice of delicious buffet and seated meal options, and the venue supports DJs, live entertainment

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Asian wedding
Stately home
Historic
In the city
Large hotel
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Fire ceremony
Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Private catering allowed
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Pet-friendly
Elephant baraat permitted
Horse baraat permitted

Reviews for Norwood Hall Hotel

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Mark Sent on 13/10/2025
2.8 out of 5 rating

Increased pricing for Wedding guests staying

Norwood is a beautiful location for a wedding, a venue that has been used in our family for a few occasions now and one that allows, for us, the memory of our own special dates to be added together and united as a family. Our Daughter got married there over the weekend and i have to say that on this occasion Im a little disappointed by the pricing strategy employed by the venue. We experienced a few issues with the pricing and charges related to guests staying at the hotel as part of the wedding party and guests for the wedding itself - various different rates for the same standard of room used, wedding party rooms charged at a premium (£50increase) to the "market rates", rooms that were "complimentary" charged for twice (but fixed later) and nobody seemed to know what had been included in the package or who should pay for what. We also found that quoted prices were then increased when guests paid upon arrival and would only be refunded if the guest could prove quoted pricing. The attitude to this problems was a standard "it was agreed by the bride in the contract" - What was not clear was the intent by the hotel to take advantage of the guests and charge them a premium over normal market rates when the implication was that there was a deal or discount as is traditional for wedding guests.
On a side note, the breakfasts suppled on both days were not particularly child friendly, they ran out of spreads and other child preferred options, bananas were green and inedible as they were not ripe enough to be served to guests - I tasted one myself!
Additionally, a "tab" was put behind the bar and the staff allowed guests (who were greedy) to order triples and other such OTT drinks that used the tab up quickly and meant not all guests got a complimentary drink, including the bride & groom. In future, if someone puts a tab behind the bar, the staff should be advised to make sure that guests are not allowed to take advantage in the way that we experienced.

A great day all in all had by everyone, but a little sour taste left in the mouth because of these issues, and hopefully some lessons to be learned by the hotel for the future.
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Angie Sent on 08/02/2024
4.6 out of 5 rating

We cannot fault it.

We had Julie and amiee to book and plan the wedding but on the wedding day itself we had Jordan and he was absolutely amazing and we could not fault a thing with him he was so professional and everything was done as we asked and nothing to too much for him to do, we highly recommend The Norwood Hall me and my husband had an amazing day.
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Shiv Sent on 14/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Experience

Aimee in particular was brilliant and even came un on her day off when she only got back from Dubai at 10pm the night before as she wanted to be there on our day to make sure it was perfect. Julie was lovely too. Everything ran perfectly from start to finish, food was amazing, decor I had arranged looked perfect, we had a magical time!
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Coutts Sent on 21/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Coutts & Fraser Wedding

I wanted to say a massive thank you to you all for everything you all did for my wedding. In fact, we cannot thank you enough. I have been bugging you all for months with emails but never once have you ignored me or not done something.
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Iwona Sent on 21/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Iwona Gwizd and Frantisek Rymes Wedding

Me and my future wife visited hotel in September 2016, fall in love with this place, visited ever since on several times and In January 2017 got married here. Simple as that. food was just amazing no matter what you have chosen. And staff? after couple of minutes you feel you know them ages. All very friendly and helpful. If I ever invite some quests to Aberdeen again-Norwood is number one choice.
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Vicky Sent on 21/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Vicky Westgate & Stuart McBain Wedding

Thank you & the whole team at the Norwood that made our weekend & wedding day absolutely perfect.
For the last 6 months every time we have been into the hotel it has been an absolute pleasure, you can tell it's an amazing place because whenever we have been in it's always the same team which is rare in the leisure industry
Both myself & Stuart have stayed in hotels a lot due to work & sometimes can be super critical but on the way home from the wedding we both said the hotel & staff were outstanding we would have changed nothing, I cannot thank you all enough for helping us create the most amazing memories.
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Coutts Sent on 01/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating

We cannot thank you enough!

I just wanted to say a massive thank you to you all for everything you all did for my wedding. In fact we cannot thank you enough. I have been bugging you all for months with emails but never once have you ignored me or not done something for me.
I have to come and see you all with my thank you's.
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Elaina Sent on 01/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Day

I would just like to say thank you so much for making our wedding on 18th September the best day of our lives. You guys went above and beyond to make it the most special and perfect day! All of you were fantastic!
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Walker Sent on 01/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome

We had a brilliant day and can't thank you and all the staff enough. It was awesome.
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Angela Sent on 01/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating

The time of our lives...

We had the time of our lives. Everyone was commenting on how lovely you all were. Nothing was to much for you! I even had a lovely member of the reception hold an umbrella for me. Absolutely top class service. Macdonald Norwood Hall and all the staff are amazing. You've made a girl's wedding day dream come true.
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Karen Sent on 01/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating

Super Day

Thanks again to you and the team at Macdonald Norwood Hall for a super wedding day.
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Kirsty Sent on 01/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating

Nothing was an issue!

Everyone was so helpful and smiley, genuinely, nothing seemed to be an issue. Kirsty & Paul.
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Claire Sent on 01/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Day

We had a wonderful day thanks! Everything was perfect! Guests enjoyed themselves to! Everyone commented on the hotel and food! It was truly best day ever! Thanks again for your help.
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L Sent on 09/09/2013
5 out of 5 rating

A stunning venue

My husband and I had our reception here, September 2011. As soon as I saw this place, I knew it was the one. The wow factor as you come up the drive, with the stunning hotel at the top. My wedding photos are amazing! ( Deeside photographics). We got so much in our package, that saved us a fortune. Table cloths, chair covers, centre pieces, the bridal suite, and four additional hotel rooms, also reduced rates for guests, and some other things too. The food was amazing, four courses. And the hotel was very good at accommodating special dietary requirements, and kids too. The evening buffet was good too, haggis fritters were a big hit! The best thing was, we more or less had the run of the whole hotel, our wedding was the only one on that day, unlike some other venues in the area!
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