Description
Welcome to The Mill at Ballydugan—where history meets romance in a beautifully restored 18th-century flour mill. Built in 1792 and nestled in the peaceful County Down countryside, our venue offers a unique blend of rustic charm and timeless elegance, perfect for your wedding day. As a family-run venue, we’re honored to help you create unforgettable memories in a setting full of character and warmth.
Your wedding day should be all about you. That’s why we host just one wedding per day, giving you exclusive access to the entire Mill and its stunning grounds. Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a lively celebration, we have the ideal space to bring your vision to life. Say your vows in our charming, fully licensed ceremony room or, if the weather’s kind, outdoors in our beautiful gardens.
Ceremony and Reception Spaces
The Mill’s historic charm provides a breathtaking backdrop for every moment of your wedding. Our Lecale restaurant, with its exposed beams and rustic elegance, comfortably seats up to 130 guests for your wedding breakfast. For smaller, more intimate gatherings, the cozy Lake Suite offers privacy and warmth. If you’re dreaming of a larger celebration, we can set up a marquee on the grounds to accommodate up to 200 guests.
Cuisine and Accommodation
Our expert culinary team crafts exquisite menus using the finest local and international ingredients, tailored to your tastes and preferences. To keep the celebration going, we offer extensive on-site accommodation. The Mill features 22 unique en-suite bedrooms, each showcasing original stone walls and beams that echo the building’s history. Additional rooms are available in our charming Granary and the scenic Lakehouse, which overlooks the tranquil water.
Key Features of The Mill at Ballydugan
- Location: Set in the serene countryside near Downpatrick, County Down.
- Exclusivity: Only one wedding per day, ensuring complete privacy and focus on your celebration.
- Capacity: Perfect for intimate weddings or larger parties up to 200 guests with marquee options.
- Ceremonies: Fully licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships, with beautiful indoor and outdoor options.
- Accommodation: 22 en-suite bedrooms in the Mill, plus additional rooms in the Granary and Lakehouse.
- Setting: A historic 18th-century flour mill featuring a peaceful millpond, lush gardens, and a romantic courtyard.
- Extras: Live music, discos, and fireworks are all welcome to make your day truly unforgettable.
Overview of The Mill at Ballydugan
Reviews (2)
- SShauneen & James02/08/2025The best we could have pickedThe best we could have pickedWe had the best day ever. The staff are amazing. The venue is stunning and nothing was to much for them at all. They went above and beyond for us. Everything runs so well thanks to them and the cottage they put me in the night before was out of this world amazing. Memories for a life time We had the best day ever. The staff are amazing. The venue is stunning and nothing was to much for them at all. They went above and beyond for us. Everything runs so well thanks to them and the cottage they put me in the night before was out of this world amazing. Memories for a life time
- CCraig & Paula13/11/2018Stunning venue, excellent food, wonderful staffStunning venue, excellent food, wonderful staffAbsolutely stunning venue full of rustic charm, and the staff couldn't have been more helpful start to finish. Food was outstanding and the guest rooms to stay the night were perfect too.Absolutely stunning venue full of rustic charm, and the staff couldn't have been more helpful start to finish. Food was outstanding and the guest rooms to stay the night were perfect too.
Location & Contact Details for The Mill at Ballydugan
Where is The Mill at Ballydugan located?
The Mill at Ballydugan is located in the serene countryside near Downpatrick, County Down, Northern Ireland, with the postal code BT30 8HZ, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting for your wedding.
What makes The Mill at Ballydugan a unique wedding venue?
The Mill at Ballydugan is a beautifully restored 18th-century flour mill built in 1792, combining historic charm with rustic elegance. As a family-run venue hosting only one wedding per day, it provides exclusive access to its stunning grounds, ensuring a private and intimate celebration.
What are the ceremony and reception space options at The Mill?
The Mill offers several beautiful spaces including:
- A charming fully licensed ceremony room for civil ceremonies and partnerships.
- Outdoor garden areas perfect for beautiful weather ceremonies.
- The Lecale restaurant, seating up to 130 guests for the wedding breakfast.
- The intimate Lake Suite for smaller gatherings.
- Marquee setup for larger celebrations accommodating up to 200 guests.
Is The Mill at Ballydugan licensed for civil ceremonies?
Yes, The Mill is fully licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships, allowing couples to hold their official ceremony onsite either indoors or outdoors.
What kind of accommodation is available at The Mill at Ballydugan?
The Mill provides extensive on-site accommodation including 22 unique en-suite bedrooms within the historic Mill itself. Additional rooms are available in the Granary and the scenic Lakehouse overlooking the tranquil water, all featuring charming original stone walls and beams.
Can The Mill at Ballydugan accommodate large wedding parties?
Yes, The Mill can host weddings of various sizes. It comfortably seats up to 130 guests in its restaurant and can accommodate up to 200 guests with a marquee setup on the grounds, ideal for larger celebrations.
Does The Mill offer catering services for weddings?
Absolutely. The Mill’s expert culinary team crafts exquisite menus tailored to your tastes, using the finest local and international ingredients to create a memorable dining experience on your special day.
Are entertainment options like live music and fireworks allowed at The Mill?
Yes, The Mill welcomes live music, discos, and fireworks as part of making your wedding day truly unforgettable, providing a lively and celebratory atmosphere.
How private is a wedding at The Mill at Ballydugan?
The Mill hosts only one wedding per day, giving you exclusive access to the entire venue and its stunning grounds, ensuring complete privacy and focus on your celebration without distractions.
What outdoor features does The Mill at Ballydugan offer for weddings?
The Mill boasts beautiful gardens, a peaceful millpond, and a romantic courtyard, all of which provide stunning outdoor settings for ceremonies, photographs, and celebrations, especially when the weather is kind.
