Pitfodels Wood: Aberdeen’s New Care Home

On Aberdeen’s prestigious North Deeside corridor, surrounded by mature woodland and views stretching over the Deeside Valley, a new chapter in Scottish care is taking shape. Pitfodels Wood Care Home, opening Spring 2026, is more than a development - it is Meallmore’s boldest vision yet for the future of care homes in Aberdeen and across Scotland.

Purpose-built, architecturally striking and designed around the lived experience of its future residents, Pitfodels Wood represents a new era of luxury, wellbeing and person-centred care. With 65 en-suite bedrooms, dementia-friendly design, elegant social spaces, and high-specification facilities, this is senior living crafted with dignity, independence and lifestyle at its heart.

And as the building rises from its woodland setting, so too does the excitement from the teams behind it. Here's a peak behind the curtain into the build progress and what it takes to pull off a best-in-class care home:

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A Vision for Care Homes in Aberdeen

Meallmore - one of Scotland’s most trusted and respected care providers - has spent nearly four decades refining what great care looks and feels like. Now, Pitfodels Wood takes these principles and elevates them even further.

“We’re building a home where people don’t just receive care — they live well, with independence, dignity and purpose,”
said Cillian Hennessey, CEO of Meallmore, during a recent on-site interview.
“Every part of this building has been designed to support a life well lived.”

The vision is clear:

• A modern, premium care home set within a woodland conservation area
• A place where residents feel at home, not in a clinical institution
• A facility that supports changing needs, from residential to nursing and dementia care
• A local landmark that fits seamlessly into the community
• A benchmark for care homes in Scotland

For families searching for care homes Aberdeen, luxury care homes Scotland, or nursing & dementia care Aberdeen, Pitfodels Wood is set to become a leading option.

Where Nature Meets Comfort: Location, Setting & Wellbeing

Set in the leafy Pitfodels area - known for its space, tranquillity and premium homes - Pitfodels Wood sits on a stunning elevated site with natural woodland wrapping around two sides of the development.

The building’s configuration maximises natural light, privacy and breathtaking woodland views. Bedrooms look out across mature trees, wildlife and landscaped gardens, with many featuring Juliet balconies or ground-floor terrace access.

From the start, the build has been shaped by its surroundings.

“This site is incredibly unique,”
explains Danny McKibbens, Operations Director at Clark Contracts.
“We’re building into the natural landscape itself — from four storeys at the front to two at the rear — which gives the home character and creates a peaceful, sheltered setting. It’s a privilege to be part of a project of this scale and quality.”

Residents will enjoy:

• Woodland walkways
• Sensory planting
• Outdoor seating areas and terraces
• Spaces for gardening and light exercise
• Nature-inspired interiors promoting calm and wellbeing

This combination of nature, luxury and thoughtful design positions Pitfodels Wood not just as a care home, but as a modern lifestyle residence.

Inside Pitfodels Wood: Luxury Facilities Built for Living

Every feature of Pitfodels Wood has been crafted to feel elegant, comfortable and familiar - with a strong emphasis on hospitality, independence and choice.

Residents will enjoy:

• 65 spacious en-suite bedrooms
• A beautifully designed café for residents, families and visitors
• Cinema room with plush seating and curated screenings
• Private dining room for family celebrations and milestone moments
• Hair and beauty salon offering grooming and pampering
• Landscaped gardens and terraces for year-round enjoyment
• Multiple lounges and activity hubs
• Household-style living areas for a more homely environment

“It’s important to us that people feel at home from the moment they walk through the door,”
says Hennessey.
“This isn’t just about care - it’s about living well.”

From the fresh baking residents will smell each morning to the quiet corners perfect for reading, everything has been intentionally designed to create a warm, luxurious and welcoming environment.

Types of Care Available at Pitfodels Wood

One of Meallmore’s strengths is the breadth of care it offers — enabling residents to remain in the same home even as their needs change.

Pitfodels Wood will provide:

✔ Residential Care

For individuals who need support with daily tasks while maintaining independence.

✔ Nursing Care

24-hour clinical support delivered by registered nurses and trained practitioners.

✔ Dementia Care

Specialist dementia-friendly design, safe living areas and trained teams who understand memory loss and cognitive change.

✔ Respite & Short-Stay Care

Ideal for recovery, carer breaks or trial stays to support transitions into long-term care.

✔ Palliative & End-of-Life Care

Compassionate, dignified support for residents and their families.

This multi-disciplinary offering ensures that families seeking nursing care Aberdeen or dementia care Aberdeen can stay with a provider that understands and adapts to complex and evolving needs.

Person-Centred Care at the Heart of the Home

Meallmore’s care philosophy is built on one principle:
care should be personal, meaningful and centred around the resident.

At Pitfodels Wood, this means:

• Tailored care plans
• Choice in daily routines
• Activities based on individual interests
• Life story work to ensure staff truly know each resident
• Opportunities for connection, creativity and community

Whether it’s enjoying a favourite film in the cinema room, joining a walking group, painting in the activity lounge or relaxing in the gardens, residents shape their own day.

This approach not only enhances quality of life - it supports mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.

A Build Focused on Sustainability & Innovation

In a sector where sustainability is becoming increasingly important, Pitfodels Wood stands out. And our lead contractors, Clark Contracts have it all in hand...

The home incorporates:

• Energy-efficient systems
• High-performance insulation
• Sustainable materials
• Biodiverse planting
• Thoughtful waste and water management
• Long-life exterior finishes

Clark Contracts worked closely with architects to ensure the home meets both current and future standards for sustainability, making it a long-term asset for Aberdeen.

A Boost for Aberdeen’s Local Economy

Meallmore’s investment in Pitfodels Wood goes far beyond the building itself - it’s an investment in the wider community.

The home will create around:

• 80+ permanent jobs, including nurses, carers, hospitality staff, administrators and managers
• Apprenticeship and entry-level opportunities
• Partnership opportunities for local organisations and volunteer groups
• Ongoing business for local suppliers and contractors

From local food producers to maintenance companies, this development strengthens Aberdeen’s care economy and supports long-term community resilience.

Insights from the Build: Collaboration in Action

During the on-site interview, Danny McKibbens reflected on the collaboration at the heart of the project:

“We’re delighted to be the main contractor for Pitfodels Wood. This is a state-of-the-art facility. The quality and luxury of the finishes are exactly the kind of projects we want to be part of - and working with Meallmore has been fantastic. There’s real pride in delivering a building that will mean so much to so many people.”

The shared commitment between Clark Contracts and Meallmore reinforces a unified goal:
to create a care home that sets the benchmark for excellence in Scotland.

Choosing the Right Care Home in Aberdeen

For families exploring options, here are key questions to consider:

• Does the home offer the full spectrum of care?
• Is the environment warm, welcoming and purpose-built?
• Does the provider have a strong reputation?
• Are residents supported to live meaningful, enjoyable lives?
• Is the location convenient and connected to your community?

Pitfodels Wood has been intentionally designed to answer “yes” to every one of these.

A New Benchmark in Scottish Care

Pitfodels Wood will redefine luxury care in Aberdeen - combining:

• High-end design
• Expert clinical care
• Dementia-friendly environments
• Rich lifestyle offerings
• Strong community values
• Sustainable practices
• A trusted care provider behind it all

From the architecture to the atmosphere, from the clinical excellence to the café, this home embodies what modern care in Scotland can and should be.

Pitfodels Wood isn’t just being built for today - it’s being built for the future of care. And Spring 2026 can’t come soon enough.