Set amidst 29,000 hectares of magnificent Scottish countryside, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, Mar Lodge Estate is surrounded by ancient forests and rolling glens, wild rivers and rugged peaks.Built as a Victorian hunting lodge for the Duke and Duchess of Fife in 1895, Mar Lodge is an idyllic setting for Highland weddings and an exclusive venue for corporate events, family gatherings and private parties.

With luxury self-catering and bunkhouse accommodation within the Lodge and wider estate, your family, friends, guests or delegates are guaranteed an unforgettable experience.

Mar Lodge Estate offers a wide range of outdoor activities and pursuits, including ranger-led walks, early bird safaris, clay pigeon shooting and archery, as well as traditional field sports, such as stag stalking, grouse shooting and salmon fishing. In addition, the Glenshee and Lecht ski centres are within easy reach, at 13 and 26 miles respectively.

Weddings at Mar LodgeSurrounded by exquisite scenery, Mar Lodge is a wonderful venue for civil, religious and humanist ceremonies. Within the Lodge, wedding vows can be exchanged in the Great Hall on the balcony of the grand staircase or in the bright and spacious Drawing Room.

Ideal for drinks receptions, the stylish interconnecting public rooms allow guests to relax, mingle and enjoy the surroundings, before dinner in the beautifully appointed Craggan Ballroom or elegant Dining Room.

From the Lodge, a short stroll through the grounds leads to the amazing Stag Ballroom for ceilidhs, dancing and the evening's festivities. A unique timber building displaying some 2,500 stag antlers dating from the Victorian era, the Stag Ballroom is also available for ceremonies, dinners and parties. For larger wedding receptions a marquee can be erected on the estate's vast lawns.CorporateEscape from the hustle and bustle of the city to the natural splendour of Scotland’s rugged highlands and enjoy luxurious accommodation with a variety of traditional field sports and outdoor pursuits. As a corporate retreat, Mar Lodge is secluded and exclusive, its spacious and elegant public rooms ideal for champagne receptions, cocktail parties and gala dinners.

Whether you are with us for a day, a weekend or a week, you will find Mar Lodge a versatile venue with excellent facilities for board meetings and corporate presentations. The fabulous surroundings offer delegates a chance to relax between meetings and enjoy a breath of fresh air. Travelling to Mar LodgeMar Lodge is situated 3 miles west of Braemar, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park and 50 miles from Aberdeen and Aberdeen International Airport.