A wedding venue like no other, Loughcrew is a hidden gem set on 200 acres of picturesque Meath countryside. Featuring a 17th Century manor house, neo-classical portico remains, five-thousand-year-old cairns and 9 acres of gardens, Loughcrew is bursting with history, providing an incredible backdrop for a uniquely personal wedding. And that's before we've even touched on the romantic ceremony space, rustic dining room and buzzy courtyard! Best of all, the venue, which features the main house, function rooms and gardens, is available to hire exclusively, so you and your guests will have the full run of the place on your big day! Like what you see? Let's take a closer look, shall we!?

The Space at Loughcrew

Ireland is home to lots of incredible wedding venues, but the ceremony and reception spaces at Loughcrew really are unique among them. The venue has catered for weddings with as little as 2 guests and as many as 600 guests, so it's well suited to weddings of any size. Here, we're going to offer a simple breakdown of the most popular spaces, but the Loughcrew team are flexible - if another space takes your fancy, they'll do their best to accommodate you.

• Built in 1812, the beautiful Main House can host intimate weddings of up to 20 guests in its beautifully-appointed rooms, and can host the couple and 15 of their guests overnight.
• The ruins of St. Oliver Plunkett’s Family Church is a breathtaking location for an outdoor ceremony, including humanist and secular ceremonies. Couples can also have an outdoor ceremony under the lime tree avenue nearby.
• With its striking glass roof, the Palm House is a fabulous location for intimate indoor ceremonies, as is the beautifully decorated Plunkett’s bar.
• The light-filled banqueting rooms are a great indoor option for ceremonies if you have a bigger guest list.
• Loughcrew is licensed to host civil ceremonies.
• Reception dinners take place in the rustic banqueting rooms, which run alongside the courtyard.
• The courtyard is an ideal spot in which to host a drinks reception or outdoor speeches.
• The venue is home to 9 acres of beautiful gardens, which are perfect for wedding portraits.
• Couples who get married at Loughcrew will have access to walks across the estate and gardens for free.

The Vibe at Loughcrew Weddings

Weddings at Loughcrew are laid-back affairs - it'd be hard not to relax in such beautiful surroundings. Of course, it helps that the team are consummate professionals. As it's an exclusive-hire venue, couples and their guests don't have to share the venue with anyone else, creating a chilled-out, carefree atmosphere. The venue's wedding coordinator and stylist will be on hand to help you put your big day together, meaning that the planning process will be almost as relaxed as the day itself!

The Accommodation at Loughcrew

Staying in the elegant and comfortable Main House at Loughcrew is a real treat - each bedroom is charming, light and beautifully decorated. There are 9 in total, sleeping up to 17 guests. There's room for up to 6 more guests in the cosy Stable Lodge, and 5 more guests in the self-catering courtyard apartment, both of which are on site. For the rest of your guests, there are lovely hotels, B&Bs and guesthouses nearby, including many in the small town of Oldcastle, which is about a five-minute drive from the venue.

The Food at Loughcrew Weddings

For weddings at Loughcrew Estate, couples hire outside caterers, which means that the options for your big day really are endless! Anything from an informal picnic to an elaborate seated feast is possible. The team at Loughcrew are happy to recommend excellent caterers who have worked on previous weddings at the venue (including some of our personal faves!), who can provide anything from haute cuisine to a hog roast with all the trimmings.

The Activities at Loughcrew House

If you choose to spend some extra time at Loughcrew - and we highly recommend you do! - the team can help you arrange some activities and entertainment on site for your guests, including anything from yoga to pampering to pre- or post-wedding drinks receptions or brunch parties. Loughcrew is also home to tennis courts - they'll provide the rackets and balls, should you and your guests fancy a game. The team are open to suggestions, and they can also make recommendations for things to see and do nearby.

The Highlight at Loughcrew Weddings

Ceremonies in the the ruins of St. Oliver Plunkett’s church are nothing short of magical.

Book a Viewing at Loughcrew

We could honestly rave about Loughcrew all day, but the best way to experience this unique venue is to pay them a visit! You can book a viewing online using this handy form, by calling +353 (0) 49 8541356 or by emailing loughcrewweddings@gmail.com.

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