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Lickleyhead Castle is your stunning, exclusive use Scottish country retreat. Nestled in the heart of Royal Deeside and backing onto Mount Bennachie of song and tale, we host bespoke micro-weddings and offer a luxurious sojourn to those looking to stay as a group in quirky extravagance. The castle dates back to the middle ages and has been graced by the presence of both royalty and Hollywood stars in its many centuries. Most guests select self-catering during their stay though we can help you find caterers, a private chef or even a butler!
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The whole of this sixteenth century castle can be booked on an exclusive use basis. Most guests select self-catering but there is nothing preventing you from bringing in external caterers. Lickleyhead Castle is the ideal venue to celebrate events from big birthdays to that real family Christmas you've always dreamed of.
At Lickleyhead Castle we specialise in hosting unique and incredibly beautiful micro-weddings with the option of staying in the castle for three nights or more. Up to thirty guests can share the joy on your special day. View our weddings page to find out more.
There are 8 unique bedrooms, each styled to a different period in the castle's long history, including the laird's room with its hand carved Queen Anne four poster bed and the Forbes room with a box bed! We also boast myriad bathrooms, the games room, the ante-room and the chapel. The main kitchen is large enough to prepare a Dickensian feast and well stocked with facilities old and new. There are two living rooms, the relatively normal sized panelled room with its wood burning stove and then the gigantic great hall with its huge open fire. Guests opting to have external caterers will also have access to the Edwardian Pantry, a bijou though still fully functional kitchen.
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With ample outdoor space, including a large barbecue area, the entire group can spend quality time together, roaming the ten acre estate. Lickleyhead Castle is the ideal location, with plenty of things to do in the grounds, such as wild fruit picking, cycling through the beautiful countryside or indulging in paid activities such as the mini-highland games. There is a deck mounted hot tub for the use of guests to the rear of the building, a vantage from which you can stargaze, admire the castle or just relax in the steaming water. Beyond the estate there is a wealth of fun to be had whatever your interests.