Glen Dye Estate and retreat near Aberdeen
Glen Dye Estate, give your team the gift of the wild – switch off, de-stress and relax with us. Unique event spaces coupled with design led, luxury accommodation, all on one magnificent site. Delegates can stay in one of ten cottages and glamping areas, all of which are centred around three amazing event spaces which provide areas for communal dining, meetings and general activities.
Also on site is our Wild Wellness and Bushcraft School situated a few minutes’ walk away and secluded in the footprint of the old Sawmill. Axe throwing, fire lighting, survival skills, forest bathing, wild swimming, foraging, cold water therapy and team building. There is a long list of things to do, alongside some rest and rejuvenation, of course. Along with the great outdoors and beautiful design, food is another of our passions and you can combine private whisky tasting.
For your event at Glen Dye Estate, you can cook over open fire or let us cook for you; there are many possibilities. Speak to one of our friendly team to see what we can do for yours.
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A corporate retreat fit for business
Glen Dye Estate has been in our family since the 1840s. It has long been famed for its beauty, with its glorious peaty river and world-renowned woodland. We have several remarkable spaces, of various sizes, for meetings, parties or hanging out. We have a cinema and a BYOB pub, which might be the best pub in Scotland (it’s certainly the smallest).
When we started Glen Dye Cabins and Cottages, we were very clear what we wanted to offer, the best self-catering accommodation anywhere in an incredible location, run by passionate people and with amazing experiences attached. And so, we run a School of Wild Wellness, Bushcraft, Craft and Food that offers everything from guided river swims to foraging to nights under the stars. This is our niche, we have experts that really know what they’re doing.
Food for thought
Charlie and Caroline, our owners, have significant expertise in food; they own a multi award winning gastro pub, a farm shop, and a restaurant. They founded the famed Good Life Experience, a festival of food, music and craft, and Caroline has managed restaurants across Britain, Australia and Asia.
So, when everyone seems to profess to offer great food (well, not everyone, but you know what we mean), we really can lay on amazing meals for your team, particularly if you’re interested in food cooked on the fire.
Hiring Glen Dye Retreat
With easy access to Aberdeen International Airport, Glen Dye Estate is the perfect corporate retreat and getaway. A retreat at Glen Dye Estate will be designed to work specifically for your group. We can tailor everything you do to suit teams up to 40 people. Glen Dye is brimming with creative spaces that provide engaging environments for
meetings, workshops, seminars and more.
- The Sawmill is the home of the School of Wild Wellness, Bushcraft, Craft and Food. It’s our most photographed spot and for good reason: it is truly extraordinary.
- The Woodshed is a warm, welcoming and spacious, and is our largest indoor space where we also host yoga, cinema screenings and relaxed evening meals. It will act as the hub during your retreat and is perfect for meetings or workshops. Guaranteed to inspire good ideas.
- Once home to the estate tree nursery, Garden Camp is now a multifunctional area where both the indoors and out can be enjoyed. There’s an original 1958 showman’s caravan, a fantastic kitchen and wonderful views.
- Need somewhere for quiet contemplation? The Library is an intimate workspace that can be hired for meetings, co-working sessions and important conversations.