richardjbrookMar 221 minGreen Tourism Silver AwardThe Craigdarroch team have been working hard putting words in to action. We are located in a stunningly beautiful part of the world,...
richardjbrookMar 181 minDavid Morris, the Craigdarroch’s Executive Chef introduces the new Spring Menu The fresh larder available to chefs in Scotland is renowned as one of the best in the world. At the Craigdarroch, we’re passionate about...
richardjbrookFeb 61 minRe-Opening with our new Winter MenusThe Craigdarroch Hotel re-opened this weekend after a short break in January to speed through some refurbishment work. We launched our...
richardjbrookJan 272 minThe Craigdarroch HotelStarting out life as the Craigdarroch House Hotel and later the Craigdarroch Inn, the venue has had a varied history in terms of it's...
richardjbrookJan 21 minChristmas & HogmanayGiven the spread of Omicron and the lack of clarity on any new restrictions, we were extremely apprehensive about what Christmas and...
richardjbrookDec 7, 20211 minIntroducing our new lounge & event spaceWith a spare couple of hours (OK... days) you can work wonders. Thanks to Flowers by the Loch for the festive displays and to Sue &...
richardjbrookDec 1, 20211 minThe second floor is finished!When you see transformation on a day by day basis it's often easy to forget just how much gets done! We can now see the fruits of our...
richardjbrookNov 11, 20212 minSustainabilityThe Craigdarroch Hotel is located in a stunningly beautiful part of the world, surrounded by the flora and fauna of ancient woodland and...
richardjbrookSep 30, 20211 minLaunching our new Autumn MenuWe're excited to announce the arrival of David Morris who joins the Craigdarroch team as Executive Chef. This comes with news that the...
richardjbrookAug 31, 20211 minSeek out your inner Harry PotterMy previous CEO once told me to seek out my 'inner Harry Potter'. I think he was referencing the need to work a bit of magic... A trip to...
richardjbrookAug 31, 20211 minWhat a stunning locationThanks to Reece and Chloe for this wonderful demonstration of the spectacular setting we have here at the Craigdarroch...
richardjbrookAug 15, 20211 minDid someone say 'I do'? We're chuffed to bits how well the first wedding hosted at the Craigdarroch in years went this weekend. We've got to know the...
richardjbrookAug 3, 20211 minRefurb programme well under wayWhen we first viewed the hotel we knew there was a bit of work needed to breathe life and love back in to the property. The first half of...
richardjbrookJul 19, 20211 minUrquhart Castle is well worth a visitOur first afternoon off... what better way to enjoy the sunshine than a trip to Urquhart Castle, a very pleasant 45 minute drive over to...
richardjbrookJun 29, 20211 minGreen Fingers?When we first arrived at the Craigdarroch, we were passionate about constructing a kitchen garden to grow fresh, organic herbs and...
richardjbrookApr 25, 20211 minGetting ready to re-open (or rather open for the first time)!On Monday 26th April we open our doors for the first time as owners of the keys. Well, you are only allowed through those doors to visit...
richardjbrookMar 1, 20211 minTakeaway LaunchedBuying a hotel in the middle of a global lockdown has it's pros and cons. On the positive side, there's plenty of time to get to grips...
richardjbrookJan 18, 20211 minFrom Dubai to the Scottish HighlandsThe modern sprawling metropolis of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates was home to Richard, Nigel and Horlicks for 15 years. Before long,...