I am quite envious of 2013 couples after researching this particular post, over the last couple of months some amazing new wedding venues have opened up around Ireland offering truly unique locations for making and celebrating your vows, and so if you're considering wedding venues for next year you will definitely want to check these out...
From 5 star exclusivity on the shores of Kenmare Bay to a barn dance in Westmeath, moonlit garden picnic in Laois, to a palladian party mansion in Wicklow, these new wedding venues Ireland offer fabulous spaces and services for every kind of wedding...
Trudder Lodge
Trudder Lodge is a magnificent Georgian Palladian mansion in the rolling hills of Co. Wicklow, just over one hour from Dublin. Offering exclusive use, the house is ideal for smaller celebrations of 30 - 60 guests, with dinner in the main rooms and after party in the vaulted cellar bar. The grounds at Trudder are extensive and have sweeping lawns, ancient trees and a number of secluded spots to relax and laze. There is a labyrinth of hidden walkways and trails to explore and even a secluded private lake. Perfect locations for all your wedding portraits.
As they are not a traditional wedding venue, Trudder Lodge work with you to create a unique celebration that matches your style and tastes - from a hog roast picnic to a 7 course tasting menu, you can do as you wish... www.trudder-lodge.com
Dromquinna Manor
The newly restored victorian Dromquinna Manor dating from the 1890s is the latest venture for the intrepid Brennan Brothers of the Park Hotel Kenmare. Offering the same excellent service and fabulous food as its more famous sister establishment, Dromquinna has been restored exclusively for private events and weddings, catering for parties from 60-160 guests. The estate was planted in the late 1800s with a collection of specimen trees and plants from around the world that today provide you with a magical backdrop. The Manor with its oak panelled Great Room opens into a series of elegant reception rooms with French doors to the lawns and spectacular views over the waters of Kenmare Bay.
Or for a more intimate party, how about the Nantucket style Boathouse on the shores of Kenmare Bay? The Boathouse can cater for 40-70 guests. And for guest accomodation with style Dromquinna offers luxury glamping in the grounds - what more could you want? www.dromquinnamanor.com
Boutique Camping at Mount Druid
For those of you itching for a true alternative to the traditional wedding venue, then how about a wedding at the new Boutique Camping site at Mount Druid in Co. Westmeath should get you very excited. A converted barn, a walled garden, unconsecrated chapel and luxurious yurts make this the perfect rustic or festival style destination wedding venue.
The newly converted ‘Barn’ is the perfect embodiment of rustic chic with its mix of antique and restored furniture the perfect spot for dining and dancing an ideal combination of shabby chic with a mixture of antique and restored furniture, and the Barn has a fully equipped kitchen and pizza oven! An outdoor BBQ area and fireplace is located at the rear within the walled garden, while civil ceremonies, the ‘Village Chapel’ is a pretty spot nestled among the trees. www.boutiquecamping.ie
Ballintubbert House and Garden
Nestled in a beautiful valley between the village of Stradbally, Co. Laois and the town of Athy, Co. Kildare, is the treasure that is Ballintubbert House and Garden. This is one for those of you who yearn for a country house of your own - Ballintubbert offers you the exclusive private venue, usually for the entire weekend and they have it all planned out for you. From a civil ceremony in the Lutyens garden, to celebrating in style in the Big Top on the Theatre Lawn and partying in the two adjacent Himalayan Yurts (bar and smoking areas) - could this be any more idyllic? It's the perfect ideal of a modern day country house party.
Nestled in a beautiful valley between the village of Stradbally, Co. Laois and the town of Athy, Co. Kildare, and just 50 minutes from Dublin by motorway via the M50 at the Red Cow. www.ballintubbe
Still searching? Why not take a look at our other venue lists or take a peek at the 100 Best Wedding Venues or the Wedding Venue section of our Wedding Book for even more ideas.
