Wedding Venues Armagh in the County
A list of the best Wedding Venues in Armagh, Portadown and Lurgan in 2025, offering the perfect venue for your big day. If you are in or close to the town, these could be ideal! The area is commonly known as Orchard County. Wedding planning can be stressful for a bride, but to help you, I have compiled this shortlist.
Wedding Venues Armagh
All of the below wedding venues have plenty of parks and countryside areas that can be used for wedding portraits and bridal photos in County Armagh, including but not limited to Tannaghmore Park, Demesne Park and Portadown Peoples Park.
A bit about each wedding venue in Armagh is coming soon, so keep an eye on this page, but a couple of notable venues are Armagh City Hotel and Charlemont Arms Hotel, as I work in the area. The biggest would be the city hotel, which also has a park beside it. I’m not too sure if there are many outside locations at the venue, but most go to these two. Armagh has some nice scenic surroundings.
Armagh City Hotels
County Armagh offers some great hotel weddings, but as you’d expect, a smaller county perhaps has limited and not an awful lot of hotels to choose from, so I’ll give you a quick summary of them. Some hotel weddings in the area are Armagh City Hotel.
Receptions
Out of the above, some of my favourites and the best evening wedding reception venues are Gracehall, where you can easily spend the whole evening reception here in the venue itself without having to leave at the end of the evening and seek a place to stay which can be a real pain for some and a bit of an inconvenience for others if for example guests are quite a bit older.
Transport
A short list of wedding transport in County Armagh is I Do Wedding Cars NI, Ideal Wedding Cars, and Luxury Chauffeur.
Wedding Venues Lurgan
Lurgan offers a couple of wedding venues you can take a look at for your wedding celebrations.
Craigavon Civic Centre
Craigavon Civic Centre is for your ceremony only because there is no reception here, but could you check with Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council? The ceremony was about 25 minutes long or so and was overlooking the lakes. After the ceremony, we shot some groups of the guests in attendance at the front of the civic building before everyone made their way to the reception.
Craigavon Civic Centre, 66 Lakeview Rd, Craigavon BT64 1AL
028 3831 2423
https://www.craigavonciviccentre.com
Edenmore House
Edenmore House wedding (bridal) photos in The Kircassock Suite as it was a great spot, and you’ll not be disappointed. The bridal shoot was organised by a camera shop. We shot a couple of different set-ups outside as the weather was picking up quite a bit by this stage, it was still quite windy, though.
A Barn
One of the best in Craigavon is Barn in Aghagallon, which is very impressive indeed and a great wedding venue. This isn't a hotel, so you will need to seek accommodation somewhere in Lurgan. The main barn is for gathering all your guests for your wedding and can seat up to 140 guests. Following your wedding meal, the barn can be transformed into your party area.
24 Aghalee Rd, Aghagallon, Craigavon BT67 0AR
028 9265 0011
Here is some info from Helen and Scott’s recent wedding… I thought it would be nice to get a quick group shot of all the guests in attendance at the front entrance, which took a bit of time to organise (as there are always a couple of latecomers, lol). We picked a spot beside the lounge area overlooking the water for family shots before the speeches started. At this point, the sun was quite strong as the clouds broke. We then took a quick walk around to the back of the venue for bride and groom portraits and some bridal photos, too, before making our way back.
Brownlow House
Brownlow House weddings in Lurgan with a spotlight on Gemma and Scott as the couple booked me for a full-day photo package at a great price. The bride, groom and myself headed to Brownlow House for some bridal photos. It was October, so it was a little cold. We took some wedding photos outside at the front of Brownlow House with the car and around the side overlooking the building before making our way inside.
After Brigita changed, I got ready for the Brownlow House wedding (bridal) in Lurgan Castle with wedding dresses provided by Dresselicious. Thanks for hiring me as a wedding photographer. We started inside in one of the rooms. It has some fantastic architecture inside and outside, so you couldn't go wrong here. Brownlow House Lurgan weddings are great, as you can see, the location is stunning, and you have the bonus of the lake beside Brownlow Castle, too. We shot a few variations with and without the bouquet before making our way around the back, as they have large coloured glass windows. Flowers were out in full-blown, too, if you are looking for a Brownlow House wedding package.
What makes Brownlow House unique?
Brownlow House is unique for your wedding as it is a castle with great architecture both inside and outside, so it would make great wedding photos either way. The insides feature high ceilings, staircases, chandeliers and stained glass, as featured in one of my photos on this page. The castle is beside Lurgan Park and the lake, so if you don’t want photos outside the castle, you can always walk over to the park.
Planning to get married here?
This is some information on Brownlow House wedding packages and prices, and I must say it is fantastic in its own right.
Packages
Brownlow House wedding is one of the best in Lurgan and is located close to the M2 motorway, about 15 minutes away in fact, which is accessible from either end of the country. Have a look at my Brownlow house wedding package, as I offer the most competitive and best value for money. They range from three hours up to a full-day wedding package with and without an album. The wedding album means you can show your older relatives your wedding photos as they might not have access to the internet.
…a stunning country manor in Northern Ireland overlooking the scenic surroundings of Lurgan Park. This tranquil setting is ideal for your dream wedding, conference, parties or events. From the moment you enter ‘The Castle’, you are surrounded by luxury with ornate high ceilings, grand spiralling staircases and stunning stained glass windows, making it the perfect setting for your picturesque fairytale wedding… (source)
Are you looking for a Wedding Photographer?
I take Wedding Photos in County Armagh and if you like my work please get in touch as I only take several weddings each year and work throughout NI. Contact Philip with more info, thank you.
Gracehall
Roisin and David’s Gracehall wedding in Dollingstown in the Banquet Hall as I made my way to David’s parent’s house for groom prep. When I got to Lurgan the two best men, Roisin’s and David‘s brother’s and also David’s dad was there too. Unfortunately not too many groom prep shots at their home so I took a few behind-the-scenes and some others too. David’s mum joined in later on so when she was ready we got a couple of shots at the back of the house. Afterwards, I made my way to Grace Hall in Dollingstown which is close to Lurgan.
Grace Hall Wedding
Afterwards, I made my way along Antrim Road where I checked out the inside of the premises. I always like to have a quick nosey about the premises in particular where the ceremony is to get an idea of the lighting, some places are super bright some aren’t so much. The large room was great for lighting, couldn't ask for better.
Roisin arrived with makeup and hair already done and just needed the dress so she headed upstairs to her room. I shot a couple of the ceremony room in the banquet hall before heading upstairs where I got some getting-ready type shots although not too many at this stage.
Wedding Packages
If you want to know more details about my Grace Hall wedding price you are free to check out my wedding pricing page. For any enquiries don’t hesitate to contact me.
I offer a good affordable Gracehall wedding price to suit you from a few hours of coverage up to a full day from bridal prep to your first dance which is the best value package. I would always advise booking a full day because if you book a couple of hours there’s far too much missed from your day. You would have to rely on smartphone photos and that would be just awful. I don’t want to go into too much detail here but if you are interested have a look at my Gracehall wedding price.
My Gracehall wedding price is great as I offer affordable prices for Grace Hall so if you are thinking about getting married in the hotel get in touch with me. The costs range from a couple of hours up to the most popular all day. The bridal prep doesn’t need to be in Gracehall itself but can be elsewhere.
My wedding cost start from £990 upwards and check out my pricing page for more up-to-date costs. I offer various wedding prices to choose from but let me know if you need any more options if not shown. I offer flexible payment plans for couples booking me and the prices have plans in place so that you can pay each month, it’s completely up to you, and receipts are provided. All packages come with a wooden USB and a small presentation box.
Compare prices
If you compare prices by far the best option is the full day’s price (1) as I’m there all day from start to finish, with (2) you’ll get a wedding album too, with (3) and (4) your missing parts of the day but if you don’t mind that that’ll be ok. For more info and up to date prices please see the main pricing page.
Full day £1490
Bridal prep up to second dance
Full day and wedding album £1890
Bridal prep up to second dance
Bridal prep up to speeches OR ceremony up to second dance £1390
Three hours any time of the day £990
I went back to the ceremony room as David and the best men had arrived so got a couple of shots at the back of the room and balcony before heading back upstairs a final time where Roisin was nearly ready at their Gracehall wedding. The bridesmaid, Roisin’s sister, was there ready too.
This was a micro wedding so no more than 25 guests were allowed including myself. The only people who didn’t need to wear a face covering were the bride, groom and the person conducting the ceremony. The face covering wasn't too bad to wear during the day but slightly steamed up my glasses. The ceremony started and afterwards, we shot a couple at the table with the bridal party and parents. They were zoom recording the ceremony at the front of the room which was very 2021!
The speeches were afterwards at the front with everyone still at their seats. The first dance was allowed here too which was fab. Next to the bar and lounge, which was empty as everyone was still in their seats, for cake cutting, some of the family and guests took a couple themselves before Roisin and David walked down the aisle at their Grace Hall wedding. I was up at the balcony getting a couple of groups with everyone at their chairs fairly well spaced out due to government guidelines.
This is a spotlight, information and also images of the magnificent interior and exteriors of Gracehall where I recently worked. I must say Gracehall is a fantastic wedding venue in Lurgan and one of the best. Gracehall venue in Lurgan is one of the best in Dollingstown and the surrounding areas. It is located beside the M2 motorway which is accessible from either end of the country. To be honest I’d never heard of the Grace Hall until quite recently… and I live about 6 miles away! Let me know if you’ve any questions or anything else in the comments.
Useful info
Their website is gracehall.co.uk
The contact details are phone is 07709 048053, and Sharon you need to speak to
Their address is Gracehall, 59 Cottage Road, Dollingstown, Lurgan, County Armagh BT67 9ND
Can hold a maximum capacity of 200 guests
Things people mention
They love the setting and stunning location
They mention great facilities with lots of room
They were stunned by the beauty. The inside is meticulously decorated, with lovely details and comfortable for hosting a large number of guests. There was plenty of space to hang around and chat
They mention friendly staff
Max capacity: 200
59 Cottage Rd, Lurgan BT67 9ND
07709 048053
Brownlow House
Brownlow House is beside Lurgan Park, and the wedding venue in Lurgan has some fantastic architecture inside and outside, so you can't go wrong with this wedding venue in Lurgan. They have large, beautiful coloured glass windows, and flowers were out in full-blown too. You'll be able to have your ceremony here as well as the Reception. Unfortunately, there are no rooms here, so accommodation will need to be elsewhere. The venue is also known as Brownlow Castle, as I worked here as a Wedding Photographer in Lurgan.
Max capacity: 140
Brownlow House, Windsor Ave, Lurgan BT67 9BJ
028 3832 6049
Others
Also, check out these in Lurgan: The Woodville, which is located just outside Lurgan, and I’m not sure if many brides and grooms know this venue exists.
The Woodville, 111 Lake St, Lurgan BT67 9DY
028 3832 4005
And Ashburn Lurgan is in the centre of the town beside the train station (with access around the back of the hotel), but they only concentrate on small weddings, so please ask the staff and management.
Ashburn Hotel, 81 William St, Lurgan BT66 6JB
028 3832 5711
Newforge House
I’d love to shoot your Newforge House wedding as it's located in a Georgian country house with plenty of gardens surrounding the venue. The house and gardens are for your exclusive use on your wedding day. The Newforge can hold small weddings only, so it is not able to hold larger gatherings. The New Forge can hold civil ceremonies and partnerships, and although it is quite small, it’s beautiful for the forthcoming bride and groom. I’m assuming because it’s a guest house, too, you book the entire house for your wedding celebrations!
Max capacity: 28 guests and overnight stay for 12 guests
Newforge House, 58 New Forge Rd, Magheralin, Craigavon BT67 0QL
028 9261 1255
Wedding Venues Portadown
Seagoe Hotel Wedding
Seagoe Hotel wedding photos (bridal) as the hotel is conveniently located close to the motorway in Portadown, making for great access to the venue. Inside, the Seagoe has a great contemporary vibe to it and has some gardens around the back. The hotel is close to where I live, just 10 minutes away.
Probably about 10 minutes away from the M1 motorway, so it's very handy for Seagoe Hotel weddings. I am only a stone’s throw away from the Seagoe Hotel, and there’s no question that Seagoe is one of the best hotels locally as I live nearby. It's one of the best venues locally, no question about it. Rio (short for Rioghnach), the bride, changed into the wedding dress we started at the back of the hotel as they have a great staircase with some fantastic lighting, carpets, etc., which weren’t being used as the guests were at the front of the hotel. We made our way up to the top of the balcony overlooking the car park, trying to avoid getting the car park in the shots. The receptionist told us earlier the outside garden area had been fixed up a bit, so we ventured out there next.
It was a very bright sunny day at the wedding venue with a slight breeze, maybe even too bright. We shot at a few areas within the garden and tried a few variations. There were two dresses similar in size that we shot with, and Dresselicious kindly supplied the dresses. All together, we got some super shots, and I was more than happy with the results, thank you. Thanks for booking me.
Are you planning to get married at Seagoe Hotel?
This is some information and images of the magnificent interior and exteriors of Seagoe Hotel, Portadown, where I recently photographed a wedding. Seagoe Hotel is a fantastic venue, and even though it is the only wedding venue in Portadown, it is the best.
The Venues Wedding Packages
The Seagoe Hotel wedding venue in Portadown is one of the best venues and is located close to the M2 motorway, about 10 minutes away, which is accessible from either end of the country. There are lots of other wedding venues, too. Have a look at my Seagoe Hotel wedding packages, as I offer the most competitive in Portadown. They range from three hours up to a full-day wedding package with and without an album.
The wedding album means you can show your older relatives your wedding photos at the Seagoe in Portadown, as they might not have access to the internet. If you don’t see something, contact me about your Seagoe Wedding Packages. As Seagoe Hotel is such a beautiful hotel, I’d recommend a full day.
Full day from bridal preparations up to the second dance
Bridal preparations up to speeches or ceremony up to the second dance
Less than my minimum Seagoe Hotel wedding package is not worth it as you are missing out on so much at the beginning or the end of the day. If you want less, though, contact me with more info. This will be about £100 less than my minimum package.
The Venue Wedding Prices
My Seagoe hotel wedding prices are like my packages above, very competitive and affordable, and are a good average for the hotel. My Seagoe hotel wedding price starts at £890 for three hours up to all day, which is £1090, so as you can see from these wedding prices, it is much better to book me for a full day.
Useful info
Their website is www.seagoe.com
Seagoe Hotel Portadown phone number is 028 3833 3076
Their address is Seagoe Hotel, 22 Upper Church Lane, Portadown, BT63 5JE
The venue can hold a maximum capacity of 400 guests
The Seagoe Hotel has 34 rooms, beautiful rooms, and suites that you can stay in for your wedding, a business person or even a traveller. The hotel is a 4-star hotel in Portadown
Reviews
Below are a few reviews found on hitched, google, and wedding venue maps.
I had an amazing time working with Philip and felt completely at ease, which is important. He's creative, and I'm so excited to see how the pictures turn out!
Rio - Facebook
Fabulous, fabulous, I cannot recommend this venue high enough for a wedding reception, our day was perfect.
Jilly - Hitched
My son's wedding was here. The food is absolutely beautiful. The staff was friendly and helpful. Buffet in the evening, those mini burgers were melted in the mouth. Would highly recommend
Colina - Google
Great spot for weddings, corporate events, parties or maybe just a quiet meal and relaxing drink. Food is well prepared and by no means expensive. The staff are friendly and efficient. Unable to comment on accommodation, but I would assume it's good. Two friends had a meal at the 1st-floor bar on 17/02/23 and have to say it is busy. However, there is a great atmosphere with reasonable prices. Highly recommend 👍
Dean Mcclatchey
Really beautiful hotel, when you are inside you could be in Dublin, London or anywhere in the world. Great food and a friendly atmosphere. The coffee dock is so relaxing and always made me feel welcome and treated so well by the staff, especially Geraldine. We also held our wedding here years ago, and everything was top-notch, I would highly recommend it.
Aaron
Top things people mention when reviewing
They love the setting and location
They mentioned that the food and staff were excellent
They say a Massive thank you to all the staff at the Seagoe Hotel for helping make my and Matthews’s wedding day so special. The decor, the food, and all the attention to detail were amazing.
From The Venues Website
The Seagoe will help turn your wedding into a reality. Everything needs to be perfect on your wedding day, Seagoe Hotel will be your trusted partner by your side every step of the way. They can advise on everything from making a spectacular arrival to creating an evening reception that fits your budget and style.
Our elegant banqueting suites can accommodate between 20 to 400 of your guests and come with your private entrance, grand sweeping staircase and the beautiful secret garden - a great backdrop for photos.
As well as our Silver, Gold, Platinum and Palladium Packages, they can also provide Intimate packages for smaller numbers and Whirlwind Packages for those wanting to arrange everything within the next six months. All of Seagoe Hotels’ wedding packages can also be tailored to create your bespoke wedding day.
…and our Oaks Function Suite is perfect for the most magical wedding receptions and comes with its bar, lounge area and dancefloor. Our stylish, comfortable bedrooms and suites are equipped with everything the modern traveller could need… (Source)
Other notables in Craigavon are
Pot Belly Restaurant Northern Ireland
The Pot Belly Restaurant is located in an old linen mill along the bank. There is a reception lounge and two dining rooms. The venue caters for medium or smaller, more intimate civil partnerships and or just your reception. You will need to seek accommodations elsewhere if booking here for your evening reception.
Alternatives
This is the only venue in town, but there are some alternatives too which you can consider like golf clubs, possibly pubs and bars or other places that might have a large function room if the budget is very tight. A couple of pubs in Portadown are The Head O The Road in Tartaraghan, which is a short distance from the Birches and Peatlands Park, so it is quite a popular spot, as you’d expect.