Price: €7,000 – €7,500
Guests: 158
Bedrooms: 14
Deals available: 4
Limited-Time Offers & Deals (4)
Description
Description
A MAGNIFICENT COUNTRY HOUSE WEDDING VENUE. Set amidst a 1,000 acre private estate overlooking the lakeside castle of the Knights Templar in Co Sligo. We pride ourselves on the flexibility of our approach making this country house such a special venue! A family home since 1665 makes the atmosphere here so peaceful and special for weddings. Temple House boasts rooms of enormous proportions and grandeur and yet there is a real sense of intimacy here too. The terraced gardens are spectacular, the whole setting breath-taking. We can welcome small intimate gatherings or larger parties. Wedding Capacity: 6-120 together or 160 seated in two rooms after speeches have been delivered in the garden or vestibule.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Roderick and Helena
We love to throw a party and we can't wait to help shape yours!
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2004
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
10
Overview of Temple House Estate
Wedding Venue Type
Country House / Manor House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
158
Reception Capacity
158
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
14
Sleeps No. of People
28
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Pricing for Temple House Estate
Pricing for Temple House Estate
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Guest accommodation included
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Couple accommodation included
Day before set up available
External caterers not permitted
Multiple course wedding breakfast
- including 2 nights B&B for up to 20 guests in 10 rooms. That's the tricky bit if making comparisons.
We believe in transparancy - so here it is.
2025: 7,000 euro
2026: 7,250 euro
2027: 7,500 euro
includes taxes.
1 day intimate parties welcome on Tuesday and Wednesday. Simply knock 2,250 euro OFF the bill.
Yes, it's good.
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- MMegan And Shaun28/08/2025We truly couldn't have wished for a more perfect venue.We truly couldn't have wished for a more perfect venue.My husband and I got married in Temple House last year and honestly, start to finish it was absolutely perfect. I know Temple House can cater for a range of different wedding styles and numbers but I can only speak from the experience of a smaller, more intimate, relaxed wedding. There is not a thing we would change. If we were to do it again, we would chose Roderick and Temple House every time. We had 20ish guests, with extras staying in the nearby cottage on the grounds. Every guest had a beautiful room, you know the type you look at online and think you'd book for a special occasion for yourself - four poster beds, spiral staircases, views of lakes and castles. It was lovely to be able to provide a real treat for everyone. The wedding was a weekend affair and I loved that everyone had the opportunity to spend a bit of time together the night before. Dinner and drinks were provided and everyone was very relaxed. As someone who loves an easy, convenient solution this was ideal - a real one and done. Roderick provided accommodation, ceremony space, dining room, gardens, activities (fishing, rowing, garden walks), music/sound systems, party spaces, all the meals from breakfast, lunch, canapes, dinner, supper - honestly we didn't have to think of a thing. The house itself is stunning and so needs very little in terms of flowers, etc but he can point you in the direction of providers for flowers and music should you want. The whole thing was unbelievably good value, we still talk about how crazy this was, in a world were weddings can carry a pretty big price tag. And there was absolutely no compromise on quality. A real destination wedding. Irish country charm in a beautiful home, the grounds, the food... I'm rambling but it really was like something out of a dream. We just celebrated our one year wedding anniversary (sorry for the delay in doing a review!) and were just gushing over what a perfect venue it was and how accommodating Roderick was. Thank you to Roderick and Helena and family for providing the most special weekend. And anyone reading this thinking about booking Temple House for your special day - DO IT! Do not hesitate! You won't regret it. My husband and I got married in Temple House last year and honestly, start to finish it was absolutely perfect. I know Temple House can cater for a range of different wedding styles and numbers but I can only speak from the experience of a smaller, more intimate, relaxed wedding. There is not a thing we would change. If we were to do it again, we would chose Roderick and Temple House every time. We had 20ish guests, with extras staying in the nearby cottage on the grounds. Every guest had a beautiful room, you know the type you look at online and think you'd book for a special occasion for yourself - four poster beds, spiral staircases, views of lakes and castles. It was lovely to be able to provide a real treat for everyone. The wedding was a weekend affair and I loved that everyone had the opportunity to spend a bit of time together the night before. Dinner and drinks were provided and everyone was very relaxed. As someone who loves an easy, convenient solution this was ideal - a real one and done. Roderick provided accommodation, ceremony space, dining room, gardens, activities (fishing, rowing, garden walks), music/sound systems, party spaces, all the meals from breakfast, lunch, canapes, dinner, supper - honestly we didn't have to think of a thing. The house itself is stunning and so needs very little in terms of flowers, etc but he can point you in the direction of providers for flowers and music should you want. The whole thing was unbelievably good value, we still talk about how crazy this was, in a world were weddings can carry a pretty big price tag. And there was absolutely no compromise on quality. A real destination wedding. Irish country charm in a beautiful home, the grounds, the food... I'm rambling but it really was like something out of a dream. We just celebrated our one year wedding anniversary (sorry for the delay in doing a review!) and were just gushing over what a perfect venue it was and how accommodating Roderick was. Thank you to Roderick and Helena and family for providing the most special weekend. And anyone reading this thinking about booking Temple House for your special day - DO IT! Do not hesitate! You won't regret it.
- TTom and Briana25/08/2024An amazing wedding venueAn amazing wedding venueWe had an amazing wedding weekend at Temple House, it’s a beautiful venue and Roderick, the owner, is super friendly and helpful! We had our wedding in the multi-function room as the weather was a bit changeable, and it was gorgeous! We were delighted to be able to get outside for pictures in the beautiful garden afterwards. Everything was perfect, the rooms were lovely, the food was delicious, and we got endless compliments from our guests who were impressed with the location! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a wedding venue that’s unique and full of character!We had an amazing wedding weekend at Temple House, it’s a beautiful venue and Roderick, the owner, is super friendly and helpful! We had our wedding in the multi-function room as the weather was a bit changeable, and it was gorgeous! We were delighted to be able to get outside for pictures in the beautiful garden afterwards. Everything was perfect, the rooms were lovely, the food was delicious, and we got endless compliments from our guests who were impressed with the location! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a wedding venue that’s unique and full of character!
- HHelen L17/08/2024The best venue in the world! I am not kidding - you need to book this place! And a great host too!The best venue in the world! I am not kidding - you need to book this place! And a great host too!We had our ceremony and reception at Temple House. It was an amazing experience. We booked out the whole house which meant the close family could stay the night before the wedding and the night of the wedding. This meant we had a very special evening and meant we could relax into the wedding preparations. The room for the ceremony is just lovely. We had hoped to get married outside in the lovely gardens but had some rain that morning. Luckily the rain held off for the afternoon so we could have our drinks reception outside. The views outside are fantastic. The house is from the late 1690s, there you are ruins outside from the 1200s and the 1300s so the sense of history is wonderful. However it is still a family home for the Pervicals. Roderick is a wonderful host and makes you and the bridal party and all your guests feel right at home. He was amazing to work with and was a great source of advice along the way. The food was amazing. Roderick also advised on great local vendors to use that know the house well. I wanted a relaxed, intimate, fun day that would be memorable for me, my new husband, our family and our guests and that's exactly what I got. The whole experience was amazing. Being able to do everything in one location took a lot of stress out of the day and made it super enjoyable for us all. The house is just wonderful and given you can have 20 guests stay - it keeps this very intimate. I totally recommend you get married here if you are thinking of a wedding in Ireland. The local scenery is stunning and there is lots to do in the area. We had our ceremony and reception at Temple House. It was an amazing experience. We booked out the whole house which meant the close family could stay the night before the wedding and the night of the wedding. This meant we had a very special evening and meant we could relax into the wedding preparations. The room for the ceremony is just lovely. We had hoped to get married outside in the lovely gardens but had some rain that morning. Luckily the rain held off for the afternoon so we could have our drinks reception outside. The views outside are fantastic. The house is from the late 1690s, there you are ruins outside from the 1200s and the 1300s so the sense of history is wonderful. However it is still a family home for the Pervicals. Roderick is a wonderful host and makes you and the bridal party and all your guests feel right at home. He was amazing to work with and was a great source of advice along the way. The food was amazing. Roderick also advised on great local vendors to use that know the house well. I wanted a relaxed, intimate, fun day that would be memorable for me, my new husband, our family and our guests and that's exactly what I got. The whole experience was amazing. Being able to do everything in one location took a lot of stress out of the day and made it super enjoyable for us all. The house is just wonderful and given you can have 20 guests stay - it keeps this very intimate. I totally recommend you get married here if you are thinking of a wedding in Ireland. The local scenery is stunning and there is lots to do in the area.
- HHarriet03/08/2024Temple House - July 20th 2024Temple House - July 20th 2024It’s going to be hard to put into words just how grateful we are to Temple House, and Roderick, it’s characterful custodian, for the wonderful weekend it gave us for our wedding in July 2024. Nothing will compare. As my husband (which feels v. grown up to say!) knows, I’m not easy to please and so it was a huge relief to us both that expectations were only exceeded. The house itself is made for celebrations and makes you feel welcome at every turn. Far warmer than the grey stone exterior would initially suggest. Roderick will speak to you about the importance of ‘energy and flow’ and together, the pair have worked up the perfect blueprint for a wedding day, one that suits those looking for something a little less standard. Speeches on the staircase before dinner was a real standout moment – one I didn’t know I needed! And, of upmost importance for Ireland, the venue is flexible to variable weather. Each space (indoor and out) has its own character, comes ready dressed for the occasion and suits guests of all ages. Our golden oldies were well looked after, something that was a real priority for us. Food was also a priority, so with little to go on (no pre-event tasting and limited photos), I was always going to be concerned. Happily, I needn’t have been, as is more often the case in Ireland than England, the food was very good - Roderick is right. The breakfast each morning with guests was particularly enjoyable. I’d also like to pay notice to the staff, who, as again is often more the case in Ireland than England, were simply lovely. The grandeur of Temple House is far from normal for us and I think it’s notable that we didn’t feel exploited at any stage. Costs were always transparent and, for the service given, very good value. The honesty bar works well, boating on the lake is a must (one we wished we’d discovered sooner) and a particular highlight of mine was the 4pm ‘tea and cake’ that Roderick and his team facilitated for us on the second day. Overall, we and our guests felt thoroughly spoilt. What better way to feel. It’s going to be hard to put into words just how grateful we are to Temple House, and Roderick, it’s characterful custodian, for the wonderful weekend it gave us for our wedding in July 2024. Nothing will compare. As my husband (which feels v. grown up to say!) knows, I’m not easy to please and so it was a huge relief to us both that expectations were only exceeded. The house itself is made for celebrations and makes you feel welcome at every turn. Far warmer than the grey stone exterior would initially suggest. Roderick will speak to you about the importance of ‘energy and flow’ and together, the pair have worked up the perfect blueprint for a wedding day, one that suits those looking for something a little less standard. Speeches on the staircase before dinner was a real standout moment – one I didn’t know I needed! And, of upmost importance for Ireland, the venue is flexible to variable weather. Each space (indoor and out) has its own character, comes ready dressed for the occasion and suits guests of all ages. Our golden oldies were well looked after, something that was a real priority for us. Food was also a priority, so with little to go on (no pre-event tasting and limited photos), I was always going to be concerned. Happily, I needn’t have been, as is more often the case in Ireland than England, the food was very good - Roderick is right. The breakfast each morning with guests was particularly enjoyable. I’d also like to pay notice to the staff, who, as again is often more the case in Ireland than England, were simply lovely. The grandeur of Temple House is far from normal for us and I think it’s notable that we didn’t feel exploited at any stage. Costs were always transparent and, for the service given, very good value. The honesty bar works well, boating on the lake is a must (one we wished we’d discovered sooner) and a particular highlight of mine was the 4pm ‘tea and cake’ that Roderick and his team facilitated for us on the second day. Overall, we and our guests felt thoroughly spoilt. What better way to feel.
- TTarig and Nikki10/06/2024Magic beyond my wildest dreams!Magic beyond my wildest dreams!I think our photo says it all! I had envisioned and planned every detail of this day from half way across the world, for just under a year. And the magic on our wedding day was beyond my expectations and wildest imagination. And believe me, my imagination is intense! Roderick and the Temple House team are warm, professional, relaxed and on the ball! The food throughout our stay, and on the big day, was extraordinary and I am a huge foodie and so are my family and friends. We booked out the whole estate (rooms and cottage) for 5 days and this allowed us to sink into the beauty and soak everything in, bit by bit, before the wedding. Temple House is such a special place for a family and friends reunion and the grounds are simply breath taking! I'd like to thank Roderick for being such a gentleman and so hands-on. I felt immediately comfortable around him and knew our big day was in the best of hands. I can't wait to return for an anniversary and get on that row boat and enjoy the lake! Though I made sure to walk around the grounds- especially on the morning of my wedding so that we could be as grounded and present as possible come showtime! I'm grateful that Roderick allowed us to add our our own touches on design and also to put up photos of our family and friends around the house. That allowed for an intimate feel throughout our stay and for our friends to enjoy on the wedding day as they explored the wonderful home and grounds. Roderick made the wedding planning process FUUUNNN! I always looked forward to connecting with him and knew he had everything under control. My fiancé and I live in Singapore so we didn't have the chance to see Temple House in person but loved the virtual tour Roderick gave us and knew this was what we wanted: a family home rich in history and abounding in character and warmth. We have had friends and family from Ireland, and all over the world, tell us that this was the best wedding they'd ever been to! Even the photographer said it was in his TOP 5 . haha This was music to our ears! People have been talking about it for weeks since and so we know that something very special had happened that day. Whether you plan to get married indoors or outdoors, Temple House is guaranteed to take your breath away! I think our photo says it all! I had envisioned and planned every detail of this day from half way across the world, for just under a year. And the magic on our wedding day was beyond my expectations and wildest imagination. And believe me, my imagination is intense! Roderick and the Temple House team are warm, professional, relaxed and on the ball! The food throughout our stay, and on the big day, was extraordinary and I am a huge foodie and so are my family and friends. We booked out the whole estate (rooms and cottage) for 5 days and this allowed us to sink into the beauty and soak everything in, bit by bit, before the wedding. Temple House is such a special place for a family and friends reunion and the grounds are simply breath taking! I'd like to thank Roderick for being such a gentleman and so hands-on. I felt immediately comfortable around him and knew our big day was in the best of hands. I can't wait to return for an anniversary and get on that row boat and enjoy the lake! Though I made sure to walk around the grounds- especially on the morning of my wedding so that we could be as grounded and present as possible come showtime! I'm grateful that Roderick allowed us to add our our own touches on design and also to put up photos of our family and friends around the house. That allowed for an intimate feel throughout our stay and for our friends to enjoy on the wedding day as they explored the wonderful home and grounds. Roderick made the wedding planning process FUUUNNN! I always looked forward to connecting with him and knew he had everything under control. My fiancé and I live in Singapore so we didn't have the chance to see Temple House in person but loved the virtual tour Roderick gave us and knew this was what we wanted: a family home rich in history and abounding in character and warmth. We have had friends and family from Ireland, and all over the world, tell us that this was the best wedding they'd ever been to! Even the photographer said it was in his TOP 5 . haha This was music to our ears! People have been talking about it for weeks since and so we know that something very special had happened that day. Whether you plan to get married indoors or outdoors, Temple House is guaranteed to take your breath away!
- CClaire and Joe08/06/2024The Most Perfect Day!The Most Perfect Day!Temple House is such a beautiful setting for a wedding,we were lucky enough to have the sun shine on us and have ours outside and the gardens were looking perfect! Roderick is the best host you could ask for,very responsive when organising and when some of our wedding party were delayed due to flight problems,Roderick stayed up late himself to make sure they were fed and comfortable, which was very much appreciated by all involved! The smallest details were thought of,including ear phones for our little one who suffered ear ache on the wedding day,nothing was too much effort for Temple House! The food on both days was impeccable and the bedrooms are spacious and so comfortable and peaceful, with lovely views. I heard nothing but praise for every aspect of the weekend and wish we could do it all again.Thank you Roderick and the Temple House staff for everything!Temple House is such a beautiful setting for a wedding,we were lucky enough to have the sun shine on us and have ours outside and the gardens were looking perfect! Roderick is the best host you could ask for,very responsive when organising and when some of our wedding party were delayed due to flight problems,Roderick stayed up late himself to make sure they were fed and comfortable, which was very much appreciated by all involved! The smallest details were thought of,including ear phones for our little one who suffered ear ache on the wedding day,nothing was too much effort for Temple House! The food on both days was impeccable and the bedrooms are spacious and so comfortable and peaceful, with lovely views. I heard nothing but praise for every aspect of the weekend and wish we could do it all again.Thank you Roderick and the Temple House staff for everything!
- VVernon and Jenna29/12/2023Beautiful in every wayBeautiful in every wayThe venue is a stunning manor house which has beauty in every corner. The staff was more than accommodating. Every meal we had perfectly ranged from wonderful and simple to mind blowingly spectacular. Everything about this venue is an absolute fairytale. Only drawback I saw was that there was no lift which is understandable for a historic home but could be an issue for some. The venue is a stunning manor house which has beauty in every corner. The staff was more than accommodating. Every meal we had perfectly ranged from wonderful and simple to mind blowingly spectacular. Everything about this venue is an absolute fairytale. Only drawback I saw was that there was no lift which is understandable for a historic home but could be an issue for some.
- EEdel and Conor11/12/2023Perfect for an intimate wedding or partyPerfect for an intimate wedding or partyTemple House is absolutely beautiful, from the moment you step in, you feel as though you've entered another world of luxury and history. We struggled to find a venue that would cater to our small numbers and wanted somewhere with a soul and a warm atmosphere which Temple House certainly provides. Once we'd visited, we knew we weren't going to find a more special place - we didn't look at anywhere else. A bereavement meant our wedding planning was postponed but Roderick was most helpful and accommodating with just six months' notice. The rooms were fantastic, the half acre is absolutely stunning as was all the accommodation. Roderick was most helpful with managing last minute guest accommodation also. There are numerous beautiful locations for photos and videos and perfect backdrops indoors and outdoors - no decorations even needed. Our photos came out beautifully and were really enhanced by the setting. A special note for the food, we were bowled over by the quality and range offered, all of our guests remarked on how much they enjoyed it. Guests with dietary needs were well looked after and all the staff were so attentive and kind. If you're looking for a venue for an intimate party or wedding or special occasion, Temple House is a fantastic choice. We hope to visit one day in the future and relive our happy memories.Temple House is absolutely beautiful, from the moment you step in, you feel as though you've entered another world of luxury and history. We struggled to find a venue that would cater to our small numbers and wanted somewhere with a soul and a warm atmosphere which Temple House certainly provides. Once we'd visited, we knew we weren't going to find a more special place - we didn't look at anywhere else. A bereavement meant our wedding planning was postponed but Roderick was most helpful and accommodating with just six months' notice. The rooms were fantastic, the half acre is absolutely stunning as was all the accommodation. Roderick was most helpful with managing last minute guest accommodation also. There are numerous beautiful locations for photos and videos and perfect backdrops indoors and outdoors - no decorations even needed. Our photos came out beautifully and were really enhanced by the setting. A special note for the food, we were bowled over by the quality and range offered, all of our guests remarked on how much they enjoyed it. Guests with dietary needs were well looked after and all the staff were so attentive and kind. If you're looking for a venue for an intimate party or wedding or special occasion, Temple House is a fantastic choice. We hope to visit one day in the future and relive our happy memories.
- HHolly and Adam21/10/2023magical magicalIt was incredible. Roderick and Helena were excellent throughout. They were responsive and supportive with all arrangements prior to the day. We found them to be very welcoming and we appreciated their laid-back approach. All staff were so friendly and smiley, they were a pleasure to have around. The house itself is magnificent and a great place to stay. We had it for the whole weekend. We also took advantage of the cottage along a private road not far from the house. It was a great place for the groom and groomsmen to stay prior to the wedding day. We would recommend the intimate meal with your nearest and dearest the night before the wedding also. The venue speaks for itself but there is the option to decorate it further should you wish. Roderick really helps move your guests from room-to-room throughout the day. He even lets you bang the gong to help if you wish 😊 We released up to 50 Chinese lanterns that night. Watching them rise in to the air was magical and was complemented by Temple House’s beautiful grounds and clear starry skies. Thank you again to all at Temple House. It was incredible. Roderick and Helena were excellent throughout. They were responsive and supportive with all arrangements prior to the day. We found them to be very welcoming and we appreciated their laid-back approach. All staff were so friendly and smiley, they were a pleasure to have around. The house itself is magnificent and a great place to stay. We had it for the whole weekend. We also took advantage of the cottage along a private road not far from the house. It was a great place for the groom and groomsmen to stay prior to the wedding day. We would recommend the intimate meal with your nearest and dearest the night before the wedding also. The venue speaks for itself but there is the option to decorate it further should you wish. Roderick really helps move your guests from room-to-room throughout the day. He even lets you bang the gong to help if you wish 😊 We released up to 50 Chinese lanterns that night. Watching them rise in to the air was magical and was complemented by Temple House’s beautiful grounds and clear starry skies. Thank you again to all at Temple House.
- LLisa and DJ21/10/2023Temple House will never be equalledTemple House will never be equalledWe got married in Temple House last month! Roderick was so helpful during our planning stages and always on hand to answer any questions or queries we had. The few days we spent in Temple House will never be equalled. Some of our guests enjoyed clay pigeon shooting and the boating facilities, while others explored the beautiful gardens. The staff were fabulous, they were all so friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to make our day run smoothly. The food was absolutely gorgeous, from Helena’s beautiful baking, the amazing canapés and our main meals! Our dream of getting married outside was put at risk by the inclement weather but Roderick was quick to come to the rescue with an alternative plan. The final point to note was how great everyone in Temple House was with our nieces and nephews (aged 4 - 9), they were spoiled and entertained by Roderick and all the staff. We are looking forward to returning! Thank you to all in Temple House for giving us such an amazing unforgettable experience. July 2021We got married in Temple House last month! Roderick was so helpful during our planning stages and always on hand to answer any questions or queries we had. The few days we spent in Temple House will never be equalled. Some of our guests enjoyed clay pigeon shooting and the boating facilities, while others explored the beautiful gardens. The staff were fabulous, they were all so friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to make our day run smoothly. The food was absolutely gorgeous, from Helena’s beautiful baking, the amazing canapés and our main meals! Our dream of getting married outside was put at risk by the inclement weather but Roderick was quick to come to the rescue with an alternative plan. The final point to note was how great everyone in Temple House was with our nieces and nephews (aged 4 - 9), they were spoiled and entertained by Roderick and all the staff. We are looking forward to returning! Thank you to all in Temple House for giving us such an amazing unforgettable experience. July 2021
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
That's a tough one. The one when the couple entered the ceremony to the muppets!
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Set up a wedding email address immediately. It will avoid having to cc each other and help to maintain the thread of correspondence with all your suppliers.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
Oak tree saplings wedding favours
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Exclusive
Intimate
Unusual
Historic
Memorable
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
Pick a spot in the garden overlooking the ruins of the lakeside Knights Templar castle
OR the 32ft high vestibule is spectacular too
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
Yes, of course.
What’s your favourite canapé?
- Sliced Sirloin Beef, Rocket and Balsamic Glaze Bites
- Soft Brie and Redcurrant Crostini (v)
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Sausage Rolls or Vegetarian Pakora I'd say.
What is your venue's most unique feature?
The whole setting in spectacular overlooking the lake. You'll also feel remarkably relaxed because you arrive the day before your wedding.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
We are very hands on because it is our home and we treat every wedding party by name.
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