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Your Dream Wedding at Culloden Estate and Spa
Imagine saying “I do” surrounded by stunning views of Belfast Lough, high up in the peaceful Holywood Hills. Culloden Estate and Spa offers a romantic and prestigious setting for your wedding day. This beautiful 19th-century Gothic mansion, once a bishop’s palace, sits on 12 acres of private gardens and woodlands—perfect for creating magical memories. Plus, it’s just six miles from Belfast City Centre, giving you the best of both worlds: serene countryside charm with easy access for your guests.
Beautiful Spaces Tailored to Your Celebration
Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, Culloden has elegant spaces to match your vision. The estate is licensed for both religious and civil ceremonies, including an outdoor option on the scenic Holywood Terrace for up to 90 guests (weather permitting). For your reception, choose from several stunning rooms:
- The Stuart Suite: A grand, spacious room perfect for larger weddings. Its impressive spiral staircase entrance makes a dramatic backdrop for your ceremony or photos.
- The Robinson Suite: Enjoy breathtaking views of Belfast Lough in this elegant space, ideal for your ceremony.
- The Holywood Suite: Bright and versatile, this room adapts beautifully to any wedding theme—great for your wedding breakfast and evening party.
- The Cumberland Reception: Designed for more intimate weddings, this room offers panoramic views and access to a charming terrace overlooking the gardens.
Expert Planning and Exceptional Service
With over 40 years of experience, the Culloden wedding team is dedicated to making your day flawless. From your first consultation, their specialists work closely with you to bring your unique vision to life. The award-winning chefs focus on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients to create exquisite menus tailored to your tastes. Flexible wedding packages are available, and the team is happy to customize every detail to ensure your celebration is truly yours.
Luxurious Accommodation and Relaxation
Extend your wedding experience with Culloden’s 105 elegant guest suites, offering comfort and style for you and your loved ones. Before or after the big day, unwind in the award-winning spa featuring a swimming pool, jacuzzi, and eucalyptus steam room. For casual gatherings like pre-wedding luncheons or post-wedding brunches, the Cultra Inn on the estate provides a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Quick Facts to Help You Decide
- Location: Holywood, overlooking Belfast Lough, County Down.
- Capacity: Flexible spaces for intimate ceremonies up to large receptions of 460 guests.
- Accommodation: 105 luxurious bedrooms and suites for you and your guests.
- Ceremonies: Licensed for both civil and religious ceremonies, indoors and outdoors.
- Features: 12 acres of private gardens, stunning waterside views, full-service spa, and expert wedding coordinators.
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Reviews (17)
- MMartyn Mitchell22/12/2023The Most Amazing Wedding ReceptionThe Most Amazing Wedding ReceptionThank you all for your help to give us the most amazing wedding reception and everything else you have done, we felt like royalty over the entire weekend and a wonderful experience working with you all. A special mention to Barry, Jonathan and Mel who were just the definition of excellence over the weekend, nothing was too much or too little for them. We cannot thank you enough and we look forward seeing you again soon and coming back for our first anniversary.Thank you all for your help to give us the most amazing wedding reception and everything else you have done, we felt like royalty over the entire weekend and a wonderful experience working with you all. A special mention to Barry, Jonathan and Mel who were just the definition of excellence over the weekend, nothing was too much or too little for them. We cannot thank you enough and we look forward seeing you again soon and coming back for our first anniversary.
- LLaura Neill22/12/2023Everything Was Perfect!Everything Was Perfect!I just wanted to drop you a wee note to say a massive thank you to you and your whole team at the Culloden in regards to our BIG day on Friday last. Everything, and I do mean everything, was perfect!!! Many thanks to you and your team for making our wedding day so special.I just wanted to drop you a wee note to say a massive thank you to you and your whole team at the Culloden in regards to our BIG day on Friday last. Everything, and I do mean everything, was perfect!!! Many thanks to you and your team for making our wedding day so special.
- EEmma Beverland22/12/2023We Had The Best Day!We Had The Best Day!Thanks so much for everything to you and the rest of the team (especially Sam) on Saturday. It all went so smoothly and all our guests were so complimentary about the Culloden. We really had the best day! It’s been such a buzz of a week and we’re on such a high still. So many guests have spoken so highly of the Culloden experience. Truly was the best day.Thanks so much for everything to you and the rest of the team (especially Sam) on Saturday. It all went so smoothly and all our guests were so complimentary about the Culloden. We really had the best day! It’s been such a buzz of a week and we’re on such a high still. So many guests have spoken so highly of the Culloden experience. Truly was the best day.
- DDannielle Taylor22/12/2023Our Outdoor DreamOur Outdoor DreamThank you for everything you done for us. I know we arranged a wedding very quickly and you ensured everything went smoothly for us and you made the outdoor dream happen for Lucas which I know meant the world to him. Your whole team were beyond lovely and service was incredible. So thank you againThank you for everything you done for us. I know we arranged a wedding very quickly and you ensured everything went smoothly for us and you made the outdoor dream happen for Lucas which I know meant the world to him. Your whole team were beyond lovely and service was incredible. So thank you again
- SSamantha Taylor22/12/2023Thank You To The TeamThank You To The TeamI just wanted to reach out to thank every single member of your team for the absolutely beautiful day a few weeks ago. Everything went perfectly and we were so well taken care of. Thank you for all of your help over the last 2+years! It has been such a pleasure to work with you. I also need to specially call out Barry, who took incredible care of us on the day. He even walked me down the stairs because I was so nervous. He was amazing, can’t say enough good things about him!! Thank you again!! I just wanted to reach out to thank every single member of your team for the absolutely beautiful day a few weeks ago. Everything went perfectly and we were so well taken care of. Thank you for all of your help over the last 2+years! It has been such a pleasure to work with you. I also need to specially call out Barry, who took incredible care of us on the day. He even walked me down the stairs because I was so nervous. He was amazing, can’t say enough good things about him!! Thank you again!!
- HHannah Bradley22/12/2023You Made Our Day So SpecialYou Made Our Day So SpecialI just wanted to say thanks to you, and everyone at the Culloden who was involved in our wedding day. The day was perfect, and we couldn't have asked for it to be any better! All staff at the Culloden were great, and the service was just fantastic on the day. The room was set up perfectly, and it looked even better than I had imagined! The food was delicious, and honestly the day just flowed so well, we loved it. We are so happy we chose the Culloden as our venue, everyone loved it.I just wanted to say thanks to you, and everyone at the Culloden who was involved in our wedding day. The day was perfect, and we couldn't have asked for it to be any better! All staff at the Culloden were great, and the service was just fantastic on the day. The room was set up perfectly, and it looked even better than I had imagined! The food was delicious, and honestly the day just flowed so well, we loved it. We are so happy we chose the Culloden as our venue, everyone loved it.
- SSarah Roagn22/12/2023Highly RecommendedHighly RecommendedFrom the first to the final contact with Michelle, our experience of The Culloden has been nothing but positive. Every staff member was friendly and professional and together provided us with a truly memorable day. The quality of professionalism in the setting, service and product both in the run up to and on the day itself was outstanding. The complementary spa membership in the run up to the wedding was a real highlight. I would highly recommend The Culloden as a wedding reception venue.From the first to the final contact with Michelle, our experience of The Culloden has been nothing but positive. Every staff member was friendly and professional and together provided us with a truly memorable day. The quality of professionalism in the setting, service and product both in the run up to and on the day itself was outstanding. The complementary spa membership in the run up to the wedding was a real highlight. I would highly recommend The Culloden as a wedding reception venue.
- LLyndsey Stewart22/12/2023Made Our Dreams Come TrueMade Our Dreams Come TrueTwo years go we decided to make the move and get married and the Culloden was the first and last venue we viewed. We were greeted by Ainsleigh who was an absolute delight and who explained every detail we needed to know about booking our wedding. I think we spent a good hour looking around and that was our minds set, we were booking The Culloden! We paid the deposit that night and then had a beautiful meal in the restaurant. I would highly recommend The Culloden to any couple looking to book.Two years go we decided to make the move and get married and the Culloden was the first and last venue we viewed. We were greeted by Ainsleigh who was an absolute delight and who explained every detail we needed to know about booking our wedding. I think we spent a good hour looking around and that was our minds set, we were booking The Culloden! We paid the deposit that night and then had a beautiful meal in the restaurant. I would highly recommend The Culloden to any couple looking to book.
- GGillian Minihan22/12/2023The Best Day EverThe Best Day EverWe had the best day celebrating our wedding at the Culloden. Ainsleigh couldn't do enough for us during the planning and run up to the wedding, she was amazing!! The food was delicious and the staff were so friendly. We are looking forward to staying again next year.We had the best day celebrating our wedding at the Culloden. Ainsleigh couldn't do enough for us during the planning and run up to the wedding, she was amazing!! The food was delicious and the staff were so friendly. We are looking forward to staying again next year.
- MMark & Liam Murtagh Smyth22/12/2023The Most Magical, Wonderful DayThe Most Magical, Wonderful DaySimply the most magical, wonderful day was had by everyone. From the very beginning of planning our wedding to the day itself, the attention to detail was second to none and the service simply outstanding. We can’t thank the team (in particular Ainsleigh and Aaron) enough. Nothing was too much trouble and the whole process was so easy from start to finish. Our guests were simply blown away by the food and the surroundings and we both felt so special on the most important of our lives.Simply the most magical, wonderful day was had by everyone. From the very beginning of planning our wedding to the day itself, the attention to detail was second to none and the service simply outstanding. We can’t thank the team (in particular Ainsleigh and Aaron) enough. Nothing was too much trouble and the whole process was so easy from start to finish. Our guests were simply blown away by the food and the surroundings and we both felt so special on the most important of our lives.
Location & Contact Details for Culloden Estate and Spa
Where is Culloden Estate and Spa located?
Culloden Estate and Spa is located in Holywood, County Down, Northern Ireland, GB, with the postal code BT18 0EX. It overlooks the stunning Belfast Lough and is just six miles from Belfast City Centre, offering a perfect blend of serene countryside charm and accessible urban convenience.
What types of wedding ceremonies does Culloden Estate and Spa accommodate?
The estate is licensed for both religious and civil ceremonies. Couples can choose from indoor venues or an outdoor option on the scenic Holywood Terrace, which accommodates up to 90 guests weather permitting.
What are the main wedding spaces available at Culloden Estate and Spa?
Culloden offers several elegant wedding spaces including:
- The Stuart Suite: A grand and spacious room with a dramatic spiral staircase, ideal for larger weddings.
- The Robinson Suite: Features breathtaking views of Belfast Lough, suitable for ceremonies.
- The Holywood Suite: A bright, versatile room perfect for wedding breakfasts and evening parties.
- The Cumberland Reception: An intimate room with panoramic views and access to a garden terrace.
What is the maximum capacity for weddings at Culloden Estate and Spa?
The estate offers flexible spaces that can accommodate intimate ceremonies as well as large receptions of up to 460 guests, ensuring your wedding can be tailored to your desired guest list size.
Does Culloden Estate and Spa offer wedding planning assistance?
Yes, with over 40 years of experience, the Culloden wedding team provides expert planning and exceptional service. They work closely with couples from the initial consultation to customize every detail of the wedding, ensuring a flawless and unique celebration.
What dining options are available for weddings at Culloden?
The award-winning chefs at Culloden focus on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients to create exquisite menus tailored to your tastes. Various flexible wedding packages are offered, allowing you to choose the perfect culinary experience for your big day.
Are there accommodation facilities available for wedding guests?
Culloden Estate and Spa features 105 luxurious bedrooms and suites, providing comfortable and stylish accommodation for you and your guests, making it convenient to extend your wedding celebrations.
What relaxation amenities does Culloden Estate and Spa provide for wedding guests?
The estate boasts an award-winning spa that includes a swimming pool, jacuzzi, and eucalyptus steam room, offering a perfect place for relaxation before or after the wedding.
Can Culloden Estate and Spa accommodate pre-wedding and post-wedding gatherings?
Yes, the Cultra Inn on the estate offers a warm and inviting atmosphere ideal for casual gatherings such as pre-wedding luncheons or post-wedding brunches.
What makes Culloden Estate and Spa a unique wedding venue?
Culloden combines historic 19th-century Gothic mansion charm with 12 acres of private gardens and woodlands, stunning waterside views of Belfast Lough, luxurious accommodation, a full-service award-winning spa, and expert wedding coordinators. Its flexible spaces cater to both intimate and grand celebrations, making it a prestigious and romantic wedding location.
