OK, so we may be just a little biased, but here at One Fab Day, we reckon that Ireland is one of the most beautiful places on earth to get married, and if you happen to be celebrating on a beach or cliffside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, well, that's something extra special! We know that loads of couples from home and abroad dream of getting hitched on the rugged west coast of Ireland - if that's you, then your perfect venue is right here on this list! Our pick of the best Wild Atlantic West wedding venues includes everything from grand castles to secluded island estates, so let's take a closer look...
Venues Right on the Coast
These Wild Atlantic Way wedding venues boast great views of the ocean, along with that blustery back-to-nature feel that only the West of Ireland can offer!
Rathmullan House
A hidden gem right on the shores of Rathmullan Beach, Rathmullan House is an exceedingly stylish country manor with award-winning food and oodles of period charm. The Gallery Room is beautiful for ceremonies, while up to 150 guests can be catered for in the elegant dining room.
Rathmullan, Co. Donegal | rathmullanhouse.com
Drumhalla House
Nestled on a 50-acre estate on the banks of Lough Swilly in Co. Donegal, which flows into the North Atlantic, Drumhalla is a Georgian manor house with the gorgeous Kinnegar beach on its doorstep. The marquee is a perfect blank canvas for crafty couples and can accommodate up to 300 guests.
Rathmullan, Co. Donegal | drumhallahouse.ie
Cashel House
With sea frontage, beach and pier on the Wild Atlantic Way, Cashel House Hotel offers a gorgeous west coast scenery backdrop to your day. A long standing member of Ireland’s Blue Book, the historic Cashel House Hotel provides endless options for your both your ceremony and reception. Offering full exclusivity for your day, they can host any event from a smaller wedding for up to 140 in their dining room, to larger celebrations in a marquee in the gardens
Cashel, Connemara, Co. Galway | cashelhouse.ie
Renvyle House Hotel and Resort
A historic country house perched on the very edge of the Connemara coast, this magical estate was a favourite of W.B. Yeats! A drinks reception on the lawn is a must in summer, before heading into the luxurious banqueting hall, which can seat up to 160 for dinner.
Connemara, Co. Galway | renvyle.com
Sheen Falls Lodge
With its idyllic Kenmare Bay location, this five-star hotel specialises in romantic, intimate weddings but is actually really versatile - they can host celebrations of between 14 and 200 guests in their chic ceremony and reception spaces.
Kenmare, Co. Kerry | sheenfallslodge.ie
Belleek Castle
Tucked away in a pretty part of Co. Mayo, right where the River Moy meets the Atlantic Ocean, is Belleek Castle, an imposing 15th Century fortress with lovingly-restored medieval and Gothic interiors. The romantic, vaulted-ceiling dining room can accommodate up to 200 for an epic wedding banquet.
Ballina, Co. Mayo | belleekcastle.com
Dromquinna Manor
A private Victorian mansion on the world-famous Ring of Kerry, Dromquinna Manor effortlessly mixes period luxury with rustic charm - an outdoor ceremony on the seafront is a must, as is the luxury glamping (the Hideaway Tent has a real bed and a private veranda!) The Manor can cater for between 80 to 180 guests.
Kenmare, Co. Kerry | dromquinnamanor.com
Blairscove House and Restaurant
Although famous for its award-winning food, Blairscove House has plenty to offer beyond an incredible wedding feast. Hidden away in a cove on Dunmanus Bay, it comprises a Georgian House and collection of restored farmhouse buildings which now function as a characterful restaurant and boutique-style accommodation, plus an atmospheric courtyard that's perfect for a drinks reception. Blairscove is available for exclusive hire and can cater for weddings of up to 100 guests.
Durrus, Co. Cork | blairscove.ie
Inish Beg Estate
Irish wedding venues don't get more coastal than Inish Beg, a private island estate in Baltimore, West Cork that's accessible by car (via a road bridge!) but feels delightfully secluded. The Boat House and slipway, as well as the estate's stunning gardens, are perfect for wedding portraits. Inish Beg Estate can accommodate wedding parties from 2 to 350 guests, including 52 guests overnight.
Baltimore, Co. Cork | inishbeg.com
Barrow House
A Georgian country house perched in a private cove on the edge of Barrow Harbour, Barrow House is a picturesque spot in which to host intimate weddings. The house and gardens are available for exclusive hire, with accommodation available for up to 18 guests.
Tralee, Co. Kerry | barrowhouse.ie
Sea Church
A recently-renovated 19th Century church with a fascinating history, Sea Church is now home to a restaurant and events space with a stunning view of Ballycotton Bay. Ballycotton is a real hidden gem along the jagged coastline of East Cork bridging the gap between Irelands Ancient East and the Wild Atlantic Way. The unique church space can accommodate up to 100 guests for wedding ceremonies, and up to 50 guests for a seated reception.
Ballycotton, Co. Cork | seachurch.ie
Parknasilla Resort and Spa
If you dream of waking up on your wedding day to a view of the Atlantic Ocean, this sprawling Co. Kerry resort might be the venue for you! Perched on the edge of the Beara Peninsula, the 500-acre estate is home to stunning coastal walks and a world-class spa, as well as a beautifully-restored 18th Century manor, which can accommodate between 45 and 180 guests in its gorgeous reception rooms.
Sneem, Co. Kerry | parknasillaresort.com
Killary Lodge
Located in the heart of Connemara, Killary Lodge is an intimate wedding venue with capacity for up to 50 guests. Ceremonies can take place in an on-site tipi, or in one of the many lovely outdoor spaces.
Leenane, Co. Galway | killaryadventure.com/killary-lodge
Mossie's B&B
A 19th century home set on seven acres of Co. Cork woodland, Mossie's B&B hosts intimate weddings and elopements of up to 12 guests. Located in the scenic Beara Peninsula, it boasts sea views and stunning gardens.
Beara, Co. Cork | mossies.ie
Venues About a 10-Minute Drive from the Coast
These Wild Atlantic Way wedding venues are not quite on the coast, but still carry much of the rugged charm of a cliffside or beach-adjacent location, as well as easy access to the coast for wedding portraits.
Ballinacurra
An eclectic country mansion in Cork, Ballinacurra is just a two minute drive from Kinsale, the final stop on the Wild Atlantic Way. Fusing all the beauty of a coastal setting, with the cosmopolitan atmosphere if Kinsale - and of course the gourmet offerings - Ballinacurra is a stylish venue choice for a Wild Atlantic Way wedding.
Kinsale, Co.Cork | ballinacurra.com
Ballintaggart House
Just 12 minutes from The Slea Head Drive (Slà Cheann Sléibhe) the circular route, forming part of the Wild Atlantic Way, beginning and ending in Dingle sits Ballintaggart House, 300 year old Country Manor, situated at the entrance to Dingle Town with spectacular views overlooking Dingle Bay.
Dingle, Co. Kerry | www.ballintaggarthouse.com
Gregan's Castle
Just outside of the quaint harbour village of Ballyvaughan, in the heart of The Burren, is Gregan's Castle, an 18th Century manor house with dynamite food and chic interiors. They can offer exclusive use of the hotel for celebrations of up to 75 guests, so this one's perfect for an intimate wedding.
Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare | gregans.ie
Hotel Doolin
Boasting a gorgeous Eco Barn, which can host between 120 and 300 guests for dinner, Hotel Doolin is a great option for alternative and sustainably-minded couples. It's also perfect for anyone hoping to take wedding portraits or even have their ceremony on the Cliffs of Moher - they're just 10 minutes down the road!
Doolin, Co. Clare | hoteldoolin.ie
Glenlo Abbey
This classically chic refurbished country house is nestled on the banks of Lough Corrib, on the outskirts of Galway city, just a short car journey from the roaring Atlantic Ocean. Victorian-inspired reception rooms can seat up to 170 guests for dinner, while the Pullman carriage, an exquisite original carriage from the Orient Express which sits on the grounds, is an absolute must for a night-before or day-after meal.
Galway city | glenloabbeyhotel.ie
Markree Castle
A Gothic-style castle on the Unshin River, which meets the Atlantic Ocean just 10 minutes away in Ballysadare, Markree Castle boasts all of the glamour and luxury you'd expect from an early 19th Century castle. The interlinked dining rooms can seat 170 for dinner, and between the castle's 31 bedrooms and self-catering cottages, there's on-site accommodation for 110 people.
Collooney, Co. Sligo | markreecastle.ie
Barnabrow House
With the jaw-dropping Ballycotton cliffs (seriously - google them!) just a few minutes up the road and endless nooks and crannies to explore on the 30-acre estate, Barnabrow House is one of East Cork's most beautiful wedding venues. 150 guests can be seated for dinner in the medieval-style banqueting hall, where they can enjoy an elaborate wedding feast masterminded by Michelin-trained chef, Stuart Bowes.
Midleton, Co. Cork | barnabrowhouse.ie
Liss Ard Estate
A grand country house located in picturesque West Cork, Liss Ard Estate offers the perfect combination of enchanting surroundings and outstanding service. The 163-acre estate boasts beautiful gardens, woodlands, and even its own private lake! Liss Ard's ceremony and reception spaces include the 19th Century Georgian country house and its garden mews, the Victorian lake lodge, and some charming walled gardens.
Skibbereen, Co. Cork | lissardestate.ie
Ballymaloe House
The Ballymaloe name has long been synonymous with terrific cuisine thanks to its cookery school and craft fair, but this elegant country house with a laid-back, festival vibe also benefits from an amazing location a short drive from the Ballycotton cliffs. The recently-renovated Grainstore can cater for up to 250 wedding guests, while the Big Shed can host up to 500.
Midleton, Co. Cork | ballymaloe.ie
Ballyseede Castle Hotel
From the elegant reception rooms to the beautiful banqueting room with exposed beams and original ancient castle stonework, Kerry's only Castle hotel is pure fairytale. Located on 30 acres of ancient woodlands and manicured gardens just minutes away from the coastal town of Tralee, it caters for weddings of up to 220 guests.
Tralee, Co. Kerry | ballyseedecastle.com
Venues Under a 30-Minute Drive from the Coast
These Wild Atlantic Way wedding venues are a short drive from the sea, making them perfect for couples who just want to pop to a beach or a picturesque cliffside location for wedding portraits during the day.
- Temple House, Co. Sligo
- Coopershill House, Co. Sligo
- Ashford Castle, Co. Mayo
- The Lodge at Ashford Castle, Co. Mayo
- Mount Falcon Estate, Co. Mayo
- Ballynahinch Castle, Co. Galway
- Lough Cutra Castle, Co. Galway
- Dromoland Castle, Co. Clare
- Adare Manor, Co. Limerick
- No. 1 Pery Square, Co. Limerick
- The Mustard Seed, Co. Limerick
- Castlemartyr, Co. Cork
- Innishannon House Hotel, Co. Cork
- The Great Southern Killarney, Co. Kerry
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