Discover the Magic of Belleek Castle – Ireland’s Award-Winning Wedding Destination
From fragrant ancient forests to the wild Atlantic coastline, Belleek Castle offers an exclusive and authentic fairytale setting for your dream wedding. Nestled within one of Europe’s largest urban forests, this Neo-Gothic castle with medieval origins combines historic grandeur with modern luxury to create a truly unique, familiar, and intimate celebration space.
Recently crowned Castle Hotel of the Year in Ireland, and proudly holding the title of Best Wedding Venue in Connacht for the second consecutive year, Belleek Castle continues to be recognized as one of Ireland’s most enchanting and sought-after wedding destinations.
Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, Belleek Castle offers a wide variety of wedding spaces to suit your style—from luxurious period rooms and our romantic rustic barn, to outdoor ceremonies surrounded by nature and coastal photo opportunities. With unique accommodation, personalised service, and an atmosphere of timeless romance, every detail is designed to make your special day effortlessly magical.
At Belleek Castle, every wedding is a story of authenticity, exclusivity, and love—crafted just for you.
✨ Begin your fairytale today – contact our team to explore our bespoke wedding packages and discover why Belleek Castle is Ireland’s most loved wedding venue.
So… it has to be our wedding. Not biased at all 😉
We got married at Belleek Castle in October, golden leaves, golden light, golden wedding. Honestly the most extraordinary wedding I’ve ever been to, and I’m so glad it was mine.
From the moment we picked a date, my father-in-law (who we all call the Crazy Baron) said, “Right, let’s make it a Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday wedding.” We looked at each other and went, “Why not!” And honestly, it was a proper party from start to finish.
Thursday night we had a rehearsal dinner in the Library Restaurant for 50 of our closest family. It was intimate, candlelit and so lovely. On Friday, most of our guests arrived for an American-style BBQ in the Castle Courtyard. We had the Vinyl Van playing the best feel-good music, people dancing, chatting, enjoying drinks from the outside bar. The courtyard looked magical with all the fairy lights, and the whole vibe was just relaxed and fun.
Saturday was the big day. I started early in the Lord Arran Room with my girls, hair and makeup with champagne breakfast, calm, special and full of excitement. The ceremony was in the Old Stables, one of the most authentic room in the castle. The walls haven’t been touched for 200 years but yes, there’s underfloor heating. It felt surreal standing there, saying our vows in a place that’s been part of our family since the 60s. Our kids were the flower girls and flower boy and they absolutely stole the show. We loved every second.
Even though our guests were from all over the world; Jersey, France, Poland, Germany, Ireland, it felt like one big family celebration. The Champagne tower sparkled. The Armada Bar was buzzing with drinks, music and stories. We had 120 guests, 11 kids, a nanny on-site and a playroom set up, so we actually got to enjoy our dinner in the Banqueting Hall and dance into the night.
Ten castle bedrooms meant we could have 26 of our guests staying on-site, which made it feel like a big house party in a real castle. That was important to me, I didn’t want a hotel vibe, I wanted something that felt like home. The rest of our friends and family stayed in nearby hotels and Airbnbs, and the transport was all organised so smoothly. Everything ran like a dream.
And I have to say, the staff were unreal. You could feel the love in what they do. It’s a family-run place — our family — and the atmosphere reflects that. Eva, our coordinator, was incredible. We planned everything from Jersey and she handled every detail, every email, every idea. She made it feel easy and exciting.
Oh and the afterparty? A fantastic live band, Polish feast at midnight (because I had to), and let’s just say there was no shortage of ice-cold vodka. Please don’t ask what time it finished. All I’ll say is the hearty Irish breakfast the next morning was a lifesaver.
In between all the fun we had castle and museum tours, walks in Belleek Woods, and even squeezed in a visit to Patrick’s Head. So we weren’t just drinking… we like to think.
It was a real castle experience, full of heart and history. Authentic, beautiful, joyful and very us. We made memories we’ll never forget, and neither will our guests.
They have to enjoy it, all the stress is unnecessary, this journey is amazing!
The atmosphere of the real Irish castle with candles and greenery!
Personalized, food, service, decor and intimate
The forestland :)
Well, we are expecting celebrity wedding next year so watch this space!
Hoisin duck bites!
Pig on the spit :)
Authentic, familiar and intimate, this castle is everything you are looking for an intimate wedding.
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