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PERFECT WEDDING VENUES Alexandra McKeever profiles some of Ireland’s most romantic wedding venues

DUNBOYNE CASTLE HOTEL & SPA

Nestled on 21 acres in the historic heart by Executive Chef John Nagle, awarded of Meath, yet just 18 km from Dublin 2 AA Rosettes for culinary excellence city centre, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & in The Ivy restaurant in 2013 and 2014. Spa is an ideal choice for celebrating the The grounds are a stunning backdrop for wedding you’ve always dreamed of. timeless wedding photographs and the A dedicated wedding coordinator is at Synolda Suite, the award-winning bridal your service and the choice of the Drawing suite in the original Georgian house Room, with its ornate ceilings, for an with its four-poster bed and deep soaker intimate gathering or the impressive Tara bathtub, is the perfect haven at the end Suite for a larger occasion, meaning your of your special day at Dunboyne Castle special day will be perfectly tailored to Hotel & Spa. your own personal requirements. Seoid Spa, with its luxurious thermal Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa, suite and fabulous Voya and Aromatherapy Dunboyne, Co. Meath. Associates treatments is a wonderful Tel: 01 8013500 place to settle pre-wedding nerves, while Web: www.dunboynecastlehotel.com offering the peace and relaxation needed after your big day of celebrations! Wedding packages include a menu created

HOTEL WESTPORT

Located in a private woodland setting, just Courtesy and Care Award 2013/ 2014, an off the Newport Road yet only minutes AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and from Westport town centre, the four star 2012 Hotel Bar of the Year. Hotel Westport is the ideal location to host No wedding is too small, civil ceremonies your wedding. and civil partnerships included, with Make full use of their dedicated gardens experience of catering for larger weddings and features, such as the authentic a speciality. The hotel hosts a number of cut stone bridge which straddles the wedding showcases throughout the year Carrowbeg River, a gem in the heart of but will always have someone to welcome Westport. Weddings at Hotel Westport you and see first-hand why Hotel Westport are provided with a private entrance and has earned so many national, independently patio to enjoy pre-wedding drinks which judged awards in recent years and an then leads into the newly refurbished Cara enviable reputation for their weddings. Suite, featuring a fully licensed bar. A wall of windows allows the room to be bathed Hotel Westport, in natural sunlight allowing great views Newport Road, over the gardens and woodland. Westport, Co. Mayo. With over 40 years’ experience, the Tel: 098 25122 hotel has recently been awarded the AA Web: www.hotelwestport.ie Social & Personal Weddings* Circulation: 13889 Friday, 1 August 2014 Area of Clip: 524500mm² Page: 122,123, Page 2 of 12

LOUGH ESKE CASTLE

A five star castle hotel, the Year 2012, plus wedding coordinator Castle is located on a secluded lakeside of the year 2012 by Ireland’s largest estate just outside Donegal town. With a wedding website; Weddingsonline. rich history dating back to the 1400s, the ie. The Castle was awarded one of top castle is associated with the O’Donnell three luxury hotels in Ireland by Conde clan who were the founding fathers of Nast readers Poll 2013, while RSVP Donegal, in the north-west region of Magazine named Spa Solis for Best Body Ireland. An historic building, Lough Treatment Award 2013. 2014 Gold List Eske Castle is set in a storybook location award winner from Conde Nast Traveler delivering superior hospitality and magazine. comfort. It is the ideal place for those who simply want to relax and unwind. The unique castle has a well deserved Lough Eske Castle, reputation for the wedding couple who Lough Eske, want a WOW venue for their special day Donegal Town, and for those who want to explore the Co. Donegal. great outdoors and the many attractions Tel: 074 9743163 of this beautiful region. Lough Eske Web: www.solishotels.com/ Castle was voted Wedding Venue of the lougheskecastle Year 2010 & 2011 and Castle Venue of

CASTLEMARTYR RESORT

Nestled in the East Cork countryside, with a special wedding rate available for Castlemartyr Resort sits within a 220 your guests. acre estate surrounded by rivers, lake and Their experienced wedding team takes woodlands. Here you can enjoy all the pride in offering a personalised service luxury and space of a country wedding and challenges themselves to exceed the with the convenience of being situated 20 expectations for you and your guests. The minutes from Cork City. resort is offering a special all inclusive The Resort enjoys the unusual contrast January — March package for €75 per of old world style in the Manor House person. and 13th Century Castle, to the contemporary new style of the Capel Suite, which holds up to 220 guests for a Castlemartyr Resort, wedding. The Capel Suite features ceiling Castlemartyr, to floor windows, and magnificent Co. Cork. drapes which close over in the evening Tel: 021 4219000 time to offer a completely different look Web: www.castlemartyrresort.ie for your evening reception. Email: [email protected] Castlemartyr offers 103 luxurious guestrooms and suites. Each room overlooks the estate’s lush parklands Social & Personal Weddings* Circulation: 13889 Friday, 1 August 2014 Area of Clip: 524500mm² Page: 122,123, Page 3 of 12

KILRONAN CASTLE

Kilronan Castle is a stunning venue around Lough Meelagh to find the perfect for luxury wedding celebrations, backdrop against which to set your boasting an ultra-romantic setting and timeless pictures. breathtaking views, matched by creative The lawns provide a breathtaking setting menus and impeccable service. This for a champagne or drinks reception on a will truly be the luxury-castle wedding summer’s day, and the castle’s backdrop is day you have dreamed of. Every bride equally spectacular for a winter wedding. wants her wedding to be as memorable Perfect for a grand affair, the Grand and magical as it possibly can be and at Ballroom in Kilronan can cater for 320 Kilronan Castle, the setting couldn’t be people while providing exquisite decor more perfect. that sets a tone of opulence underneath Tucked away from the rest of the world, magnificent chandeliers. the 200-year-old castle is an entirely unique location on the shores of Lough Kilronan Castle Estate & Spa, Meelagh, situated between the beautiful Ballyfarnon, villages of Keadue and Ballyfarnon, in Co. Roscommon. Roscommon. Tel: 071 9618000 Your day can be as relaxed as you want Web: www.kilronancastle.ie it to be, with the entire castle estate at Email: [email protected] your disposal. You can wander across the open lawns and woodland pathways

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The K Club is one of the most stunning The resort can cater for large and lavish locations in the country to host a wedding. weddings or more intimate affairs, from Your special day deserves a special venue just 14 people in the Pantheon Suite and this AA Hotel of the Year 2010/2011 right up to 3SO guests in the Legacy really has it all. Located in the pretty Suite. Facilities include a Resort Spa, village of Straffan, Co. Kildare, and on two championship golf courses, fishing the banks of the River Liffey, the hotel on the River Liffey, lots of dining options is surrounded by SS0 acres of mature and fun outdoor activities for adults and woods, parkland and magnificent formal children. Exclusive and truly romantic gardens - perfect for your wedding wedding packages are available now for photographs. spring weddings. Dating back to 1832, Ireland’s first AA Five Red Star property is the original home of classic Irish hospitality and The Kildare Hotel, Spa & Country offers a host of opulent facilities to Club, make wedding dreams come true. The Straffan, original house, Straffan House, has been Co. Kildare. sympathetically restored to its former Tel: 01 6017200 glory and now boasts 69 bedrooms and Web: www.kclub.ie suites which are individually appointed to Email: [email protected] the highest standard. Social & Personal Weddings* Circulation: 13889 Friday, 1 August 2014 Area of Clip: 524500mm² Page: 122,123, Page 4 of 12

LOUGH RYNN

Lough Rynn, one of Ireland’s most ideal backdrop to your top table. luxurious castle hotels, sits majestically The Baronial Hall is the main arrival on the shore of Lough Rynn, surrounded reception room and is worthy of its by over 300 acres of breathtaking scenery. name. It features a bay window with The estate prides itself as having the uninterrupted views of Lough Rynn; west of Ireland’s largest and most unique relax by a roaring fire in the hearth of walled gardens, which lead down to the enormous Inglenook fireplace, itself the shores of the Lough. This is an ideal a renowned architectural feature of the backdrop for wedding pictures. castle. The lawns provide a breathtaking One step inside Lough Rynn and you setting for a champagne or drinks are at home. With a warm and friendly reception on a summer’s day, and the atmosphere, they will see to your every castle’s backdrop is equally spectacular need; everything has been designed with for a winter wedding. one’s desires in mind. The commitment is Wedding packages from €!65pp. to provide the highest level of comfort and service where guests can enjoy old world Lough Rynn Castle Estate & elegance with modern-day comforts. Gardens, Mohill, For wedding celebrations, the Banqueting Co. Leitrim. Suite can accommodate from 90 to 320 Tel: 071 9632700 guests; the floor-to-ceiling glass wall Web: www.loughrynn.ie looks out over the woodlands and is the Email: [email protected]

MOUNT JULIET

Mount Juliet is a fabulous backdrop for year-round wedding venue. any wedding. With a 1,500-acre estate, The marquee caters for up to 240 guests Mount Juliet offers guests everything and can be located in the clubhouse from golf, equestrian, and clay pigeon courtyard or alongside Mount Juliet shooting to relaxing spa treatments, House overlooking the River Nore. crackling fires and long walks around A variety of wedding packages are the estate. available all year round which are At Mount Juliet, there is a choice of customised to your requirements. three distinct wedding venues; Mount For more information please call the Juliet House, Kendals and a marquee Mount Juliet wedding co-ordinator, Lil venue. Grant, who will work with you to plan These stunning venues are the perfect your day. backdrop for truly romantic weddings. Mount Juliet House accommodates a Mount Juliet Estate, maximum of 90 guests and provides a Thomastown, romantic and intimate celebration. Co.Kilkenny. For larger groups, Kendals, with its Tel: 056 7773013 high-beamed ceilings and expansive Web: www.mountjuliet.ie layout, can cater for up to 160 wedding Email: [email protected] guests, offering a unique and stylish Social & Personal Weddings* Circulation: 13889 Friday, 1 August 2014 Area of Clip: 524500mm² Page: 122,123, Page 5 of 12

THOMAS PRIOR HALL

A unique award winning wedding venue, which best suits them for their big day. Thomas Prior Hall is situated in the heart Their experienced wedding coordinators of leafy Ballsbridge in Dublin. A hidden are always on hand to assist you in making gem fronted by a water fountain feature your special day perfect. and surrounded by manicured lawns, this elegant wedding venue once stood Thomas Prior Hall, as a masonic school but has since been Merrion Road, lovingly restored to what is now one of Ballsbridge, Ireland’s finest wedding venues. Co. Dublin. In 2013 Thomas Prior Hall was awarded Tel: 01 6881111 ‘Hotel Wedding Venue of the Year Web: www.thomaspriorhall.com Leinster’ by one of Irelands leading Email: wedding publications. This was a fitting [email protected] honour and allowed Thomas Prior Hall to make its rightful place among the great. Thomas Prior Hall offers an excellent variety of wedding packages including; L satin, lace, silk and their special winter package. The team here are also happy to work with couples to create a package

DRUIDS GLEN RESORT

Nestled between the Wicklow Mountains Catering for just one wedding per day, and the Irish Sea, Druids Glen Resort you can be assured their experienced, provides a truly idyllic setting in an friendly team will make your wedding exclusive five star wedding venue. Set reception truly magical and one which on a 400 acre resort in Co. Wicklow, this you will treasure forever. luxury resort has recently undergone a Druids Glen offers a range of facilities for €3million refurbishment. you and your guests to enjoy including You will be spoiled for choice with two championship golf courses, an stunning backdrops for memorable outdoor deck ideal for barbeques the photos, delectable menu choices and next day as well as a health club and spa impeccable service from their dedicated for some pre-wedding pampering. and experienced wedding team. Whether you choose an extravagant Druids Glen Resort, celebration in the hotel’s chandelier-lit, Newtownmountkennedy, elegant ballroom, an intimate gathering Co.Wicklow. or a civil ceremony, the wedding packages Tel: 01 2870811 offer choices to suit all budgets and tastes Email: with those magical finishing touches that [email protected] set it all apart. Social & Personal Weddings* Circulation: 13889 Friday, 1 August 2014 Area of Clip: 524500mm² Page: 122,123, Page 6 of 12

THE TWELVE

Noted for doing things differently and a wine pairing consultation with one of with a twist, The Twelve has quickly Ireland’s top sommeliers where they will become one of Ireland’s top wedding be advised on wines to accompany their venues for people looking for their menu. Their own in-house Pastry Chef big day to be intimate, special and very from The Bakery at The Twelve can create different. Over the past six years it has a specially designed wedding cake for the gained nationwide recognition winning occasion as a gift to you from the hotel. numerous awards for everything from From an intimate gathering to a grand their gourmet restaurant to the overall reception dinner, the team at The Twelve hotel. will assist you or your bridal consultant Situated just ten minutes from Galway from planning to execution. city centre on the beautiful Connemara coast road, The Twelve has 48 boutique The Twelve, style guest rooms. Created with the Bearna, utmost attention to detail, the design of Co. Galway. The Twelve provides the ideal setting for Tel: 091 597000 an elegant, fairy-tale wedding for up to Web: www.thetwelvehotel.ie 100 guests. Email: [email protected] As part of the great packages on offer, the bride and groom will enjoy a pre-wedding special menu tasting in ‘West’, along with

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL DUBLIN

Working with you to realise your dream incredible professionalism has given her of the perfect wedding, Four Seasons a reputation for exquisite arrangements Hotel Dublin will go above and beyond that are totally unique, hand-crafted for expectation to make your day everything each bride. The Flower Room is managed you imagined and more. Work with their by Catherine and is based in the hotel team of experts who will inspire, realise where fresh hand-tied bouquets, table and fully bring to life all that you could arrangements, flower bowers and laurels possible wish for, from the first romantic are customised and colour-matched. inspiration to the final dance. With their Four Seasons Hotel Dublin’s wedding perfect timing, impeccable attention to packages start from €1130 per person (based detail and imaginative presentation, Four on gatherings of 50 — 350 guests in the Seasons Hotel Dublin shares your passion Hibernia Suites, Junior and Main Ballrooms. for perfection making the incredible Minimum numbers of guests applies in the happen, whatever you wish for. Junior and the Main Ballroom). Catherine Forrest, the official Four Seasons Hotel Dublin florist, is a Four Seasons Hotel Dublin, passionate floral designer who’s flair for Simmonscourt Road, imaginative and romantic floral designs Dublin 4. have quickly ensured that she is also Tel: 01 6654000 one of the most sought after in the city. Webrwww.fourseasons.com / dublin Her friendly personality along with her Social & Personal Weddings* Circulation: 13889 Friday, 1 August 2014 Area of Clip: 524500mm² Page: 122,123, Page 7 of 12

MARYBOROUGH HOTEL & SPA

Heralded as one of the most romantic uniquely designed to your personal taste hotels for weddings in Cork, the with the assistance of the award winning Maryborough Hotel & Spa is a magical Executive Chef and your dedicated location for celebrating one of the most wedding coordinator. important days of your life. Every detail New for 2015 The Maryborough will of your Maryborough wedding will introduce an “Orangery” built onto the be considered and every expectation Old House in the sumptuous 300 year old exceeded with the renowned service and listed gardens. This glass feature will be iconic elegance for which the hotel has available exclusively as a civil ceremony long been known. venue and also for pre-dinner drinks Sip champagne and cocktails in the reception. Cherry Blossom trees and Led surrounds of 300 year old listed gardens, lights will help create the most romantic a photographers dream backdrop. The and dramatic setting imaginable all year unique and exclusive Maryborough round. Dome will guarantee a private garden setting for all drinks receptions. Maryborough Hotel & Spa, A seamless transition to the stunning Douglas, backdrop of the mood lit ballroom with Co. Cork. your choice of elegant candelabras, or Tel: 021 4365555 freshly cut floral decorations awaits. Here Web: www.maryborough.com you will enjoy a sumptuous banquet Email: [email protected]

THE MALTON HOTEL

Set upon six acres of lush landscaped Once the team know your personal grounds, The Malton Hotel offers all the style, they can help you provide the little luxury and space of a country wedding, touches and memorable details to make with the convenience of being situated in your day perfect. From helping you find the heart of Killarney town. For over a the perfect venue to exchange your vows, century the hotel’s team of experienced to securing an experienced florist or and dedicated staff have been rolling out suggesting just the right entertainment the red carpet for happy couples and are for your ceremony and reception, their passionate about making your wedding dedicated team are at your disposal. reception unforgettable for both you and Catering to everything from an outdoor your guests. wedding reception on the lawn to a casual The hotel’s front steps, with traditional barbecue the day after your wedding, the red carpet and imposing pillars, provide a team are happy to help. distinctive backdrop for your photographs. The gardens, with many fountains and The Malton Hotel, seemingly endless pathways are perfect Killarney, for a welcome drinks reception. The Co. Kerry. Malton offers something unique, weaving Tel: 064 6638000 grace, luxury, and historical ambiance in Web: www.themalton.com to your wedding day. Email: [email protected] Social & Personal Weddings* Circulation: 13889 Friday, 1 August 2014 Area of Clip: 524500mm² Page: 122,123, Page 8 of 12

MOUNT FALCON

Weddings at Mount Falcon Estate offer wonderful setting. luxury and elegance, whatever the Set on a 100 acre estate, Mount Falcon season. Designing and planning each offers 32 stunningly appointed bedrooms wedding specifically around the wishes in a four star deluxe Victorian Gothic and budget of the happy couple, the team style Manor House; and a large selection will work tirelessly to ensure everyone of luxury lodges to accommodate all has a wonderful day, full of warmth and wedding guests. The lodges are mere love in the midst of a truly splendid minutes’ walk from the main house so party. Each wedding here is as different everyone can stay together, play together as their wedding couples. From sunny, and just enjoy being together throughout summer weddings with champagne and your wedding celebration whatever the strawberries on the manicured open season. lawns to cosy winter weddings with mulled wine receptions and an open turf Mount Falcon Estate, fire, every detail is carefully considered. Foxford Road, Weddings at Mount Falcon can include Ballina, anything from releasing a myriad of Co. Mayo. lanterns into beautiful winter skies as a Tel: 096 74472 celebration of love and togetherness to Email: [email protected] richly decorated marquees which are a stunning stylish addition to the estate’s

CLANARD COURT HOTEL

An established four star hotel in the heart and blessings,The Fitzgerald Suite is ideal of Kildare, The Clanard Court Hotel, for large ceremonies whilst the Duke is set amid landscaped gardens as one of Leinster Suite is perfect for more of Kildare’s leading wedding venues. A intimate gatherings. Both rooms are fully purpose built family run hotel specialising dressed for such occasions. in tailor-made weddings, the Clanard Offering all inclusive packages which can Court provides the perfect setting to be tailored to each couples wishes, their make your day truly unforgettable. The dedicated Wedding Coordinator will be hotel’s ‘one wedding per day’ policy, on-hand throughout to assist you with the their dedicated Wedding Coordinator, many choices on offer. No stone will be attention to detail, superb food, stunning left unturned and the team will ensure decor and excellent service mean that that your wedding leaves an everlasting your special day will be everything you memory for you and your guests. dreamed of and more. As a family run hotel, they pride themselves on offering Clanard Court Hotel, each couple personalised attention to Dublin Road, ensure every aspect of their special day Athy, Co. Kildare. captures the essence of their union. Tel: 059 8640666 Offering two facilities for civil ceremonies Web: www.clanardcourt.ie Social & Personal Weddings* Circulation: 13889 Friday, 1 August 2014 Area of Clip: 524500mm² Page: 122,123, Page 9 of 12

CLONTARF CASTLE

Clontarf Castle Hotel has been the choice still being conveniently located just ten of wedding couples for more than five minutes from Dublin city. Clontarf Castle decades and with a wealth of experience is also approved for Civil Ceremonies. and an idyllic castle setting, it is no surprise Contact the hotels dedicated Wedding that it is a popular choice for wedding Co-ordinator; Leanora McGovern for couples looking for a magical castle details on the all-inclusive wedding setting for their special day. Originally a packages from €69. 12th century castle, Clontarf Castle Hotel is steeped in tradition yet with a twist of Clontarf Castle Hotel, luxury and glamour, making it a wedding Castle Avenue, venue fit for a princess. The leafy grounds Clontarf, and pretty gardens at the front of the Dublin 3. stunning castle facade make the perfect Tel: 01 8332321 backdrop for your wedding photographs. Web: www.clontarfcastle.ie There are many options available; from Email: [email protected] small private suites for an intimate celebration to The Great Hall, a spectacular venue for more than 120 guests. Clontarf Castle Hotel’s suburban coastal setting is perfect for couples seeking a picturesque retreat, whilst

THE GIBSON HOTEL

The Gibson Hotel is the perfect urban guests fresh lemonade from an old citron wedding venue in Dublin City. If you’re van. There are no rules at The Gibson the style of bride who loves architecture, Hotel; it’s your wedding, your way. Chic bustling coffee shops and beautiful and understated, this is the perfect spot skylines then an urban wedding is the for a wedding with a difference. modern, glamorous affair you’ve been dreaming of. The Gibson Hotel hosts 252 The Gibson Hotel, contemporary and modern guest rooms, The Point Village, including the outstanding Penthouse Dublin 1. Suite overlooking Dublin Port and the Web: www.thegibsonhotel.ie historic City Centre. Their largest private Email: [email protected] dining room, the Stratocaster suite, has soaring floor to ceiling windows boasting stunning 180-degree views of Dublin. The events team here are happy to facilitate your unique, original, creative ideas. Arrive on a Harley, have the groom dressed in jeans, take photos in the cosmopolitan neon courtyard, serve your Social & Personal Weddings* Circulation: 13889 Friday, 1 August 2014 Area of Clip: 524500mm² Page: 122,123, Page 10 of 12

THE GRAND HOTEL, MALAHIDE

Imagine an elegant coastal wedding, where restaurant are ideal for a more intimate 18th century decor partners luxurious boutique wedding experience. modern touches. The award winning Malahide offers unrivalled scenery for Grand Hotel, Malahide is only 30 minutes truly unique wedding photographs, from Dublin city centre yet a lifetime from the 250 acres of wooded parkland away from the hustle and bustle of the city. surrounding the historic Malahide Castle The exquisite hotel’s priority is to turn to the broad velvet strands of Malahide your dream into a reality. Catering for beach right outside the doorstep of the only one wedding per day, The Grand hotel. Hotel, Malahide are committed to For further information contact their providing exquisite food, flawless service dedicated wedding team. and attention to detail outright. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering, a civil ceremony or a grand celebration, The Grand Hotel, there is the perfect setting for you. Each Malahide, exquisite wedding room is flooded with Co.Dublin. natural light and offers panoramic views of Tel: 01 8450000 the northern coast. The stunning Tara suite Web: www.thegrand.ie offers the very highest standards of luxury Email: [email protected] with state of the art lighting and sound while the Guttenberg suite and Coast

MARKREE CASTLE

Markree Castle is the ultimate romantic, high standards and an enviable reputation exclusive venue for the celebration of a to maintain, all couples and their families lifetime. Consistently named in lists of and friends can expect the same level Ireland’s top wedding venues, it’s worldrenownedof service regardless of the size of their as one of Ireland’s premier gathering. wedding locations, with couples coming Packages are tailored to suit any couple’s from as far as New York and Sydney taste and budget, and you will be treated to wed here. The beauty of the castle’s to the best in Irish country house cuisine, authentic atmosphere and the grounds fine wine and fantastic service from and surrounding countryside make an their experienced and professional staff. unparalleled backdrop for the most Packages for 2014 start at €)61 per romantic of celebrations. From a civil person. ceremony in the Victorian chapel to late-night dancing, Markree guarantees Markree Castle, you and your guests a once-in-a-lifetime Collooney, experience. Co. . At Markree, no wedding is too small and Tel: 071 9167800 the flexibility and size of the castle caters Web: www.markreecastle.ie for weddings of up to 170 guests within Email: [email protected] the original building. Either way, with Social & Personal Weddings* Circulation: 13889 Friday, 1 August 2014 Area of Clip: 524500mm² Page: 122,123, Page 11 of 12

HOTEL KILKENNY

Located in the heart of the vibrant, all your guests can enjoy fabulous leisure picturesque Medieval city of Kilkenny, facilities including 20m pool, sauna, Hotel Kilkenny delivers on their jacuzzi and steam room. reputations as one of the South East’s If you are planning your wedding for finest wedding venues. Kilkenny or the surrounding area be This property provides two stunning sure to make an appointment with wedding suites for you to choose from. Hotel Kilkenny’s dedicated Wedding Coordinator The Orchard Suite, catering for up to Hilary who will be delighted 220 guests, provides an amazing outdoor to discuss your requirements and help private walled garden equipped with create your dream wedding day. BBQ, a welcomed plus for a city property. The Skyline Suite is situated on the top Hotel Kilkenny, floor where you and your guests can enjoy College Road, great views over the City of Kilkenny. Kilkenny. This suite can cater for up to 350 guests. Tel: 056 7762000 Facilities in this modern four star Web: www.hotelkilkenny.ie establishment are all you require for a Email: [email protected] great celebration. Balcony areas with BBQ’s offer a wonderful pre or post celebration idea, The City Suite turns into a stunning Civil Ceremony space and

EERRYCARRIG HOTEL

One of Ireland’s premium wedding enquiry will be in the capable hands of venues, the four star Ferrycarrig Hotel is their dedicated Wedding Co-ordinator located on the spectacular Slaney River in Frances Moran Co. Wexford. A member of the Griffin Group which This destination creates the perfect includes the four star Hotel Kilkenny environment for weddings with amazing and the world renowned five star Monart sweeping views, renowned leisure Destination Spa, you can rest assured that facilities for all your guests to enjoy, 103 service and quality for your special day bedrooms all overlooking the river and a will be second to none. modern wedding suite which can cater Whether you are planning a big bash or for up to 270 guests. a more intimate affair, the Ferrycarrig For a more intimate celebration, the are delighted to discuss your ideas and Ferrycarrig Hotel offers a great Civil requirements with their dedicated Ceremony package which includes the wedding coordinator. beautifully appointed Reeds private dining room where you and your guests Ferrycarrig Hotel, Wexford, can enjoy fabulous food in an intimate Co. Wexford. setting commanding fabulous views of the Tel: 053 9120999 surrounding nature. Web: www.ferrycarrighotel.com The Ferrycarrig team deliver unique and Email:[email protected] special wedding celebrations and your Social & Personal Weddings* Circulation: 13889 Friday, 1 August 2014 Area of Clip: 524500mm² Page: 122,123, Page 12 of 12

TRUMP INTERNATIONAL GOLF LINKS & HOTEL

Trump International Golf Links & With full catering facilities, the marquee Hotel will provide a backdrop to your accommodates up to 2S0 people - the nuptials that will transcend all previous perfect setting for your special day. expectations that you might have had. Panoramic ocean views, romantic Trump International Golf Links grounds, fine buildings and the best of & Hotel, customer care will converge to create Doonbeg an incomparable experience. These Co.Clare. aspects, coupled with pre- and postweddingTel: 065 9055603 packages, help to make Trump International Golf Links & Hotel the Web: www.trumphotelcollection. premium five star wedding venue in com/ire land Ireland. The signature pavilion offers Email: Doonbeg.Info@ a sophisticated venue for you and your trumphotels.com guests to celebrate and commands magnificent views of the links course’s infinite shades of green. This versatile, light-filled event space has an interior professionally draped in gossamer white fabric, evoking an enchanted quality.

SHEEN FALLS LODGE

Sheen Falls Lodge is one of the most truly wowed. * '*« romantic wedding venues in Ireland, if The Lodge can accommodate up to 200 not the world. The location of this five guests in La Cascade Restaurant with the star hotel on the banks of the Sheen adjacent Cocktail Bar and Sun Lounge, Waterfalls with the highest mountain ideal for your drinks reception and range in Ireland as a backdrop, ensures a entertainment following your wedding truly memorable day. banquet, lovingly taken care of by Head The team at Sheen Falls Lodge know that Chef Philip Brazil. no two weddings are the same. Each Their Wedding & Events Co-ordinator of their bespoke weddings is designed will take you through every step of in collaboration with you, responding your wedding plans with their team of to your expectations and objectives, professional staff to ensure that you both in the belief that by working with you enjoy this very special occasion. effectively they can deliver a truly unique and wonderful experience. Sheen Falls Lodge, Couples have the opportunity of exclusive Sheen Falls Estate, use of Sheen Falls Lodge and its 300 acre Kenmare, estate sitting on the edge of Kenmare Bay, Co.Kerry. with spectacular scenery for photographs Tel: 064 6641600 for Irish weddings, your guest will be Email: [email protected]