Meet the Logie Newton Team
Your countryside escape in our backyard
“At Logie Newton Farm, Lodges & Events, we believe in offering more than just a farm stay. We invite you to have an unforgettable experience or adventure while in our care. It’s a getaway where you can indulge, recharge, and savour the very best of what Aberdeenshire has to offer.”
The Cruickshank Family, Logie Newton Farm, 2024
Host Louise
Louise is the visionary behind our luxury lodges at Logie Newton. Born and raised on the family farm, she ventured to Edinburgh for university and a career in accounting before returning to the farm in 2014.
In 2023, Louise tied the knot with Joiner Mike right here at Logie Newton, making a childhood dream come true. Louise and Mike share their home with Mike’s son, Kaiden. An energetic fox red labrador, Ozzie, three ponies (Highlands Bell and Heidi, and playful Welshie Harry), three alpacas (Shadow, Willow and Ella) and three Valais Blacknose Sheep (Little Loon, Lewis Cabaaldi and Luigi) complete the family.
Inspired by her love for the farm and the desire to share its beauty with others, Louise has dreamed, believed, and achieved her vision of opening luxury lodges on the site. Her passion for this place, where she has so many cherished memories, is the driving force behind Logie Newton Lodges.
When not immersed in numbers or running Logie Newton Lodges, Louise finds peace in the outdoors. Whether strolling the farm’s tracks or horseback riding with Bell and Heidi, the farm is her haven.
Louise is also an avid road cyclist. In September 2018, she cycled 1,018 miles around Scotland in 12 days with a support team. She also hosted a charity ball with Mark Beaumont, the man who cycled the world (twice!), as the guest speaker. The cycle, ball, and auction raised over £30k for two local charities—Kayleigh’s Wee Stars and Clan Cancer Support.
You can get access to Louise's cycling adventure tips and routes on our blog.
Farmer David
David is the cornerstone of Logie Newton and proud patriarch of the Cruickshank family legacy. As the 5th generation to oversee our beloved farm, David’s passion for innovation and sustainability runs deep. From being one of the first in the area to install wind turbines and embrace biomass heating, he’s always at the forefront of the agricultural advancements, ensuring Logie Newton thrives for generations to come.
Off the fields, David can be found on the curling rink or perfecting his swing on the golf course.
But what is key for driving Logie Newton Farm, Lodges & Events forward is his experience volunteering with Turriff Rotary Club. It is this community spirit that helps drive our desire to support other local businesses across the North East of Scotland.
You can read about Farmer David's 5 favourite golf courses in Aberdeenshire in his blog.
Joiner Mike
By day, Mike is a skilled joiner, meticulously building and repairing with Logie Newton Joinery - his own joinery business specialising in high quality workmanship. Mike, alongside his former boss, Blair, and the rest of the Blair Equibuild team, were the grafters behind our lodge build.
Mike is married to Host Louise and is learning the farming ropes from father-in-law, Farmer David, to help him take steps towards retirement in the years to come.
When Mike is not tending to the land and supporting the Logie Newton Farm, Lodges and Events team you’ll find him spending time with son Kaiden or out touring the countryside on his motorbike. Mike previously played rugby for Turriff Rugby Football Club, where he was known for his dedication both on and off the pitch.
Alpaca Keeper Kaiden
Joiner Mike’s son, Kaiden, looks after our three alpacas during his weekends at the farm. He’s a passionate rugby player and very creative. We love his dedication and interest in farm life and he’ll be happy chatting to guests offering his advice on the best walk routes around the farm or sharing his alpaca knowledge.
Wellbeing Guru Gillian
Gillian is Farmer David’s partner and our onsite wellbeing practitioner. She leads a holistic wellbeing practice offering nurturing care to both humans and animals alike.
Specialising in EFT/Tapping, Reiki and EMMETT techniques, Gillian’s healing touch brings balance and harmony to body, mind and spirit. Whether you’re seeking relief from physical discomfort or a soothing sanctuary for emotional release, Gillian’s gentle guidance will guide you towards holistic wellness.
For Gillian, life is complete with music, her dog Sandy, sporting activities and her cherished grandchildren.
Lodge guests can book a session with Gillian during their stay.
Pawsome Ozzie
Our loveable and excitable fox red labrador Ozzie is the four-legged mastermind behind "Ozzie’s Pawsome Picks Guide" (available to all our guests who bring their dog on holiday)!
When he's not busy sniffing out the best local eateries or leading impromptu farmyard adventures, you'll find Ozzie charming guests at our dog-friendly lodges (Bennachie Lodge and Woodland Lodge).
Elevating your stay with local excellence
Lodge Partnerships
We are delighted to offer our guests some amazing add-ons to enrich each stay.
These exclusive perks from fantastic Aberdeenshire businesses give you memorable experiences and give us the chance to further support our local community.
Further details are included in our guest guides (available upon booking).
Gillian Watt – Wellbeing Practitioner
Holistic wellbeing services for humans and animals
Aberdeen 4x4 offer high-quality 4x4 self-drive and driver hire services, with their renowned personal and friendly touch.
4x4 self-drive experience
Looking to explore Aberdeenshire in style and comfort? Aberdeen 4x4 has an extensive range of vehicles to suit your needs, whether you're planning scenic drives, off-road adventures, or simply want a reliable vehicle for your holiday.
Their service includes:
- A wide selection of 4x4 vehicles
- Comprehensive insurance and breakdown cover
- Optional accessories – towbar, bike rack, roof rack, fishing rod holders, satellite navigation, child seats & more!
To make things even easier, they offer a hassle-free booking process and a friendly “meet and greet” delivery service. Your vehicle can be delivered and collected from a Scottish location of your choice, whether that’s the airport, train station, or directly at your lodge.
4x4 with driver hire
Prefer to sit back and enjoy the journey? Aberdeen 4x4 also offers chauffeured experiences, perfect if:
- You’re unfamiliar with driving in Scotland
- You want to enjoy a whisky tour without the worry of driving
- You’d like a relaxed, guided experience of the area
Guests staying with us will benefit from favourable rates during their stay at our lodges.
Gillian is our onsite Wellbeing Guru, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in holistic therapy to Logie Newton and can be found in the Yurt at Logie Newton, a short walk from your lodge.
Gillian specialises in EFT/Tapping, Reiki and EMMETT techniques for both humans and animals and offers a special rate for guests during their stay at our lodges.
Whether you are looking to unwind after a busy day or simply want to embrace a holistic approach to your health, Gillian's treatments provide the perfect way to enhance your stay at Logie Newton.
Emma is a fully qualified vet nurse who has her own dog walking and equine services business, offering dog walking and house sitting services for our guests.
With Emma's support, you can enjoy your adventures knowing your dog is in safe hands.
Sian Lyon of JUMAPhotography, is a professional photographer with a passion for capturing life's most precious moments.
Specialising in equine photography, family portraits and pet shoots, Sian brings a unique touch to every photo shoot.
Sian is offering a special rate for guests who book a photo shot for during their stay at our lodges. This is a fantastic opportunity to capture the beauty of your surroundings and create lasting memories of your time with us.
The Lavender Room is only 2 miles from our farm, in the nearby local village of Fisherford. Helen offers a variety of beauty services, including facials, waxing, nails, lashes, brows and massages.
In addition to her standard treatments, Helen has created some exclusive treatments just for our guests, including a half-day beauty package.
Peak Performance Cycle Solutions is a professional bike fitting studio based in Turriff and offers all levels of servicing and repairs, including e-bikes.
Whether you are coming to enjoy a leisurely cycle or train for your next big event, Gav can help keep your bike in tune and fix any mechanical mishaps.
Karen of the Therapy Barn is a offering guests a special rate on her therapeutic services which are designed to enhance relaxation and wellbeing during your stay at Logie Newton.
Karen offers sports and remedial massage, catering for both humans and horses, and will visit guests at the lodges.
We are fortunate to have Tom's O.C.D. based here on the farm, offering a premier car detailing service dedicated to making your vehicle look its best.
Tom offers a professional and first class service, whether you need a quick touch-up or a complete makeover. For the equestrian guests, he also cleans horseboxes and trailers too!
Guests who book his services during their stay at the lodges will benefit from favourable rates, details of which are provided in our guest guidebook accessed on booking.
Experience a private tour of a local traditional Scottish croft with Marguerite at Westfield Croft.
During the visit, you will be introduced to the croft's residents (hens, sheep, cats and dogs) and be able to walk through the willow fields, grown for basket making. The tour will conclude in Marguerite's workshop, where she will share insights into basket weaving and wool processing, giving you a deeper appreciation for the crofting traditions and skills that bring these materials to life.
Collaborations with Aberdeenshire businesses
Partnering with a number of exceptional businesses in Aberdeenshire has been instrumental in shaping Logie Newton Farm, Lodges & Events.
We take great pride in supporting our local community, knowing that the expertise of local businesses infuses every aspect of our offerings.
We know our luxury lodge destination gives you a flavour of the excellent materials, craftsmanship and expertise of North East Scotland. Explore the businesses we've partnered with.
