When it comes to wedding venues, Ireland is host to so many stunning locations. From country houses or cool warehouses, to intimate restaurants and all the hidden gems in between, we are always dying to share our venue finds. And one thing we're always asked about is where to have a barn wedding reception in Ireland. The good news for those of you looking for a rustic wedding venue, is that there are more and more options every year. Although you might have a definite idea of what a barn wedding venue means, in fact they come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and styles. So here, we're sharing our favourite barn venues around Ireland, including venues that you might not realise have a sneaky barn tucked away on the grounds.
Wedding Barn Venues Around Ireland
1. The Village Barn
A unique, village-style barn wedding venue that's bursting with laid-back charm, The Village Barn boasts a quaint chapel called The Sanctuary, a charming barn reception space, a light-filled Orangery that's perfect for post-ceremony drinks, and a cosy pub called Willies Bar. We're particularly taken with the cool, cobble-lock court yard, which leads out to the venue's gorgeous gardens, and gives the venue a fun, festival feel.
Location: Co. Westmeath | thevillagebarn.ie
2. Mountain View
Tucked into the hillside of Ballyhale in Co. Kilkenny, you'll find Mountain View, a beautiful venue with on-site glamping and glorious views. This exclusive, private venue boasts warm hospitality and a rustic barn shed with authentic farm-chic vibes.
Location: Kilkenny | mountainview.ie
3. Ballyvolane House
Ballyvolane House has everything you could want from an Irish country house, including a cool yet elegant barn reception space, which is perfect for a summer party or a cosy winter celebration and holds up to 140 guests. Get inspiration from Melissa and Eamon's fun and romantic 60s wedding or Triona and Brendan's gorgeous outdoor ceremony planned in just eight months.
Location: Co. Cork | ballyvolanehouse.ie
4. Ballintubbert House and Gardens
While the festival-style circular marquee at Ballintubbert House and Gardens is a popular choice for wedding receptions, the venue offers an equally enchanting space for ceremonies and drinks receptions - the Tabernacle Barn, which can be decked out with hay bale seating for that authentic farmyard look! Take a peek at Michelle and Padraig's gorgeous outdoor wedding to get a better look at the grounds.
Location: Co. Laois | ballintubbert.com
5. Hotel Doolin
The impressive Eco Barn at Hotel Doolin is the perfect addition to the coastal hotel loved by so many couples! Suitable for wedding receptions of 120 to 300 guests, it's got a sustainable edge on other venues - for each wedding reception held there, the venue plants 10 trees in collaboration with the Home Tree charity. See how Triona and Robbie used the space for their ceremony while Leola and Mike celebrated their reception with their guests in the lush barn.
Location: Co. Clare | hoteldoolin.ie
6. Lisnavagh House and Gardens
The recently-constructed Garden Wing is the spot for dinner and dancing at Lisnavagh House and Gardens, but couples can still have the barn experience on their wedding day - the Brick Barn is a characterful place to host an alternative wedding ceremony, and it works in all weathers! See for yourself at Emily and Peter's gorgeously romantic wedding.
Location: Co. Carlow | lisnavagh.com
7. Killruddery House and Gardens
The spacious 18th Century farm building is bursting with character and is ideal for larger groups, as it seats up to 160 guests. Check out Ciara and Braham's big day in the beautifully moody barn venue.
Location: Co. Wicklow | killruddery.com
8. Camus Farm
Brides and grooms seeking the ultimate location for a relaxed, festival inspired celebration, look no further than Camus Farm. Set in 30 acres of West Cork hills, with panoramic views overlooking Clonakilty Bay, this glorious rustic location is on the grounds of a working family-run organic farm with a 200-year-old history. A fully licensed wedding venue, this beautiful space can accommodate indoor and outdoor dining and includes a Ceremonial Circle, licensed restaurant and a covered barn complete with stage for entertainment.
Location: Co. Cork | fieldkitchen.ie
9. Poulaphouca House & Falls
Lovingly restored from the famous building that hosted the legendary Poulaphouca Barn Dances in the 1970’s and 1980’s, The Barn at Poulaphouca House & Falls is one of Ireland's newest wedding barn spaces with the most beautiful views of the lower Blessington Lakes in County Wicklow. With more than a century of history, this newly refurbished private venue is the perfect blend of old and new to celebrate your special day.
Location: Co. Wicklow | poulaphouca.ie/the-barn
10. Ballygarry Estate
With great flow between spaces, this spectacular venue does big weddings exceptionally well. Modelled on a New England barn, The Lodge is a chic new ceremony space at Ballygarry Estate with its high ceilings and antique chandeliers - and a picture-window overlooking the gardens makes it the perfect backdrop for tying the knot.
Location: Co. Kerry | ballygarry.com
11. Borris House
The barn-style space at Borris House is not actually a barn at all, but a part of the 18th century manor that was never finished, and as such, retains that farmyard vibe with high-beamed ceilings, natural stone walls and French doors. It can host wedding receptions of up to 160 guests like that of Susanna and James. There's also a newly restored Granary which is the ideal space for blessings, humanist and civil ceremonies.
Location: Co. Carlow | borrishouse.com
12. Burtown House
For weekday weddings of 60 to 140 people, there's the Green Barn at Burtown House in Athy, which functions as a chic restaurant at weekends. Combining Scandinavian and New England styles, it boasts high ceilings, rustic textures, and specially-designed pottery, linen and cutlery! Claire and Matt made the most of the beautiful venue for their colourful wedding.
Location: Co. Kildare | burtownhouse.ie
13. Durhamstown Castle
For couples looking for the magic of a 15th Century castle and the charm of a converted barn in one place, there's Durhamstown Castle in Bohermeen, Co. Meath. The Great Barn accommodates up to 150 guests at long, rustic tables. Simon and Leah chose the castle's barn as the backdrop for their reception which you can see here.
Location: Co. Meath | durhamstowncastle.com
14. Juniper Barn
Housed in a collection of restored farm buildings in the picturesque Sligo countryside, Juniper Barn is a family-run barn wedding venue in Ireland that welcomed its first couples in 2020. Catering for up to 130 guests, the space includes private gardens and woodlands, which are ideal for outdoor ceremonies and drinks receptions, and provide stunning backdrops for wedding portraits. The barns themselves are a delight - with rustic rafters, exposed stone walls and inviting open fires, they require little dressing up, but can also serve as a blank canvas for cool and creative couples.
Location: Co. Sligo | juniperbarn.ie
15. Huntington Castle
Built in 1625 on the site of a former 14th century stronghold and abbey, Huntington Castle is a seriously luxurious wedding venue but its barn reception space, with its exposed beams and homey vibe, contrasts nicely with the castle's opulent interiors. It caters for weddings of up to 100 guests. Ruth and Jason set their beautifully boho wedding in the Carlow castle and the results were stunning.
Location: Co. Carlow | huntingtoncastle.com
16. Mount Druid
A favourite among couples looking for a truly alternative wedding day, Mount Druid boasts a chapel, a summer house, and glamping as well as their converted barn, which is filled with antique furniture and seats up to 180 people. Loni and Gareth made use of all of the above for their family-focussed wedding.
Location: Co. Westmeath | mountdruid.ie
17. Sandbrook House
Offering luxury accommodation with private and exclusive hire, Sandbrook House is a gorgeous country house situated on 25 acres of rolling Carlow fields. The barn-style reception venue is surrounded by lush green gardens, making for a really inviting space, especially on a summer's day.
Location: Co. Carlow | sandbrook.ie
18. The Old Deanery
With small cottages, pretty gardens and quaint farmyard interiors, The Old Deanery, is a really unique spot for a small and intimate wedding - the barn caters for groups of up to 27 people. Its stonewashed walls and dark wooden beams are perfect for couples who want to put their own stamp on their reception venue. Zena and Louise were one of those couples and you can take a peek at their wedding in the barn here.
Location: Co. Wexford | theolddeanery.com
19. O'Mahony's of Watergrasshill
As a wedding venue, O'Mahony's of Watergrasshill is pretty versatile, comprising Granny's Garden, the Bar, The Courtyard and a beautifully-renovated barn space called The Long Room. A wedding hosted between the Bar and the Long Room can welcome up to 140 guests, and with the addition of a marquee on site, that number rises to 220. For a buffet-style wedding meal, O'Mahony's can cater for up to 250 guests.
Location: Co. Cork | omahonysofwatergrasshill.com
20. Segrave House and Barns
A gorgeous spot for a rustic and informal celebration, Segrave House and Barns in the Louth countryside has an epic, American-style barn at its centre. The venue is also popular with animal lovers thanks to its resident donkeys and alpacas! Just look how gorgeous Julie and Joe's nuptials in the venue were.
Location: Co. Louth | Segrave House and Barns
21. Vaughan's Barn
Tucked away in beside a beloved pub in the friendly, rural village of Kilfenora is a converted coach house that has been used for step dancing and family parties since the 1990. With room for up to 120 guests, Vaughan's Barn is large enough to be versatile but still has the same cosy atmosphere as the pub and restaurant next door.
Location: Co. Clare | vaughanspub.ie
22. Murphy's Barn
A popular spot for yoga workshops and mindfulness retreats, Murphy's Barn in Wexford is an elegant, light-filled ceremony and dining space with French doors leading out onto a beautiful, naturalistic garden. Don't believe us? Take a look at Tess and Paddy's wedding for proof.
Location: Co. Wexford | Murphy's Barn
23. Fitz Of Inch
For couples looking for a barn venue that's truly a blank canvas, Fitz Of Inch is nestled amongst acres of lush green fields by the River Stradbally. This serene countryside location boasts two unique barn settings, The Sir. Hurt Barn and The Dunamase Barn and can accommodate up to 50 guests in the intimate setting. The team can also organise wonderful additional activities for post wedding day fun, from drumming classes and yoga, to cocktail making, cycling tours, archery and even axe throwing! There's also gorgeous bell tents for on-site camping, and it's dog friendly too.
Location: Co. Laois | Fitzofinch.ie
Wedding Barns in Northern Ireland
24. The Carriage Rooms at Montalto
If you're looking for a barn venue that oozes glamour, you have to check out The Carriage Rooms at Montalto. The beautiful, light-filled Sawmill space boasts stone walls and vaulted passageways, not to mention the built-in dance floor! It seats up to 180 guests. Jessica and Phillip's glamorous wedding took place in the venue and we think you'll love the pictures.
Location: Co. Down | thecarriagerooms.com
25. BrookLodge & Macreddin Village
Set in the most beautiful of rural settings in the Wicklow countryside, BrookLodge & Macreddin Village has retained its period charm but added modern comforts. It can cater for up to 90 guests.
Location: Co. Wicklow | brooklodge.com
26. Riverdale Barn
Located just 20 miles from Belfast, Riverdale Barn has a retro look that vintage-loving couples can't resist. With pretty red windows and doors, it's a lovely option for weddings of up to 140 guests.
Location: Co. Antrim | riverdalebarnni.com
27. Grace Hall
Located just 30 minutes from Belfast, Grace Hall is perfect for couples who want that rustic barn look, with all the convenience and practicality of a modern venue.
Location: Co. Antrim | gracehall.co.uk
28. The Mill at Ballydugan
If you're looking to get crafty with your wedding reception décor, The Mill at Ballydugan might be the spot for you. This restored 18th Century flour mill, which is located just outside Downpatrick, is a blank canvas ready to be transformed! See for yourself just how lovely a backdrop the venue will make for your wedding by taking a look at Bronach and Shaun's.
Location: Co.Down | ballyduganmill.com
29. Breckenhill
Breckenhill is a quiet and peaceful venue with an intimate barn reception space, which seats up to 70 for dinner. The original stone walls are complemented with modern interiors, while the grounds are full of hidden nooks and crannies that make for terrific wedding portraits.
Location: Co. Antrim | breckenhill.co.uk
30. Larchfield Estate
Dating from the 1860s, the barn on Larchfield Estate retains its original character with stone walls, large wooden joists and a cosy feel throughout. This space provides a beautiful backdrop for all kinds of weddings and elsewhere on the estate you'll find walled gardens, converted stables and refurbished on-site accommodation. Krystene and Ross experienced that first hand at their stunning barn wedding.
Location: Co. Antrim | larchfieldestate.co.uk
31. Lime Park Cottages
A collection of restored Georgian cottages and farm buildings set on lush farmland and beautifully-maintained grounds including a grass tennis court, Lime Park Cottages accepts a limited number of exclusive use weddings per year so there's a good chance that it will be a new discovery for your guests.
Location: Co. Antrim | limepark.com
32. Lissanoure Castle
For large wedding receptions of 200 to 400 guests, you're spoiled with the Castle Barn at Lissanoure Castle, which boasts a huge dance floor, a fully-licensed bar, and a fully-fitted catering kitchen. The distinctive navy blue walls gives this 18th Century farm building a contemporary twist. Kate and Calvin chose it as their wedding venue for all of those reasons and more and their resulting wedding day was truly something.
Location: Co. Antrim | lissanourecastle.com
33. The Byre, Co. Down
A family-run Country House and barn venue, The Byre in Co. Down is just getting started in the wedding game, having hosted a handful of rustic and relaxed celebrations including owners son Michael's gorgeous wedding which we featured last year here. The 80-year old Dutch barn has been lovingly restored and can host both ceremonies and receptions within it's walls.
Location: Co. Down | facebook.com/thebyre.ni
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