The Estate of Ord is a luxury Highland wedding and events venue set within a private estate on the Black Isle of Ross and Cromarty. Offering elegant indoor spaces, landscaped gardens and on site accommodation, the estate provides a distinctive setting for weddings that feel immersive, personal and beautifully unhurried.
Designed for couples seeking more than a standard venue, the Estate of Ord offers flexibility, privacy and a strong sense of place, allowing weddings to unfold across a single day or an extended Highland stay.
Situated on the edge of the Black Isle, the Estate of Ord enjoys a peaceful rural location surrounded by rolling countryside, historic landmarks and coastal scenery. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and accessibility, making it a popular choice for couples searching for a destination wedding venue in the Scottish Highlands.
As a wedding venue with accommodation, the estate allows couples and guests to stay together on site, creating a relaxed and seamless wedding experience from arrival to departure.
Every wedding at the Estate of Ord is bespoke. Rather than offering rigid packages, the estate provides a flexible framework that allows each celebration to be shaped around guest numbers, personal style and the desired pace of the day.
Options range from intimate ceremonies to multi day weddings that combine dining, accommodation and time to enjoy the surrounding Highlands. Couples are invited to visit the estate for a guided walk around with the events team and head chef, offering the opportunity to explore layouts, menus and timings in a relaxed setting.
Matilda’s Garden Restaurant overlooks the estate’s walled gardens and provides an elegant and light-filled setting for weddings. It is particularly suited to couples looking for an intimate wedding venue in the Highlands.
For larger celebrations, the gardens at the Estate of Ord offer an exceptional setting for marquee weddings. With capacity for up to 150 guests, marquee celebrations combine flexibility with the charm and privacy of an estate wedding.
Marquee hire and outside catering can be arranged, with recommended suppliers available through the estate.
Food and drink are central to weddings at the Estate of Ord. All wedding packages include post-ceremony drinks, with fully staffed bars available throughout the day and evening. Bottle service and table drinks can be arranged to suit your chosen dining style.
Menus are created in collaboration with the estate’s culinary team, offering flexibility for wedding breakfasts, canapé receptions and pre-wedding dining experiences.
The estate gardens provide a timeless backdrop for ceremonies and photography, with mature planting, open lawns and walled garden spaces offering variety throughout the seasons.
The Estate of Ord offers a rare combination of luxury, flexibility and privacy, making it a distinctive wedding venue in the Highlands. From intimate ceremonies to large marquee celebrations, the estate provides the setting, expertise and atmosphere to create weddings that feel authentic and memorable.