Wedding Venues Northern Ireland: A List of the Best
A list of wedding venues in Northern Ireland 2024 you should check out before making your decision including hotels, barns and more Intimate. Northern Ireland wedding venues are the best in the world, there’s no two ways about it. I love traditional to alternative, from small to big, bold and fancy… we have it all. There are many more venues I would love to explore, if you are planning on having your wedding at an unusual or quirky venue get in touch I would love to work with you on your dream day. There are some beautiful places to get married in Northern Ireland. I am focussing more on the venue with a little bit of info too. I am not too sure if there are cheap wedding venues. Any prices mentioned could be out of date so please check the venue for more up-to-date prices.
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Barn Wedding Venues
Barn wedding venues are great as you see the old structure of the barn as the new owners most likely have left the old beams and barn structure but fixed up and modernised. You can nearly feel the cobwebs in the corners of the barn giving the venue an old rustic feel to it which is why I love barn weddings personally. Great as your wedding dress will look magical against the old rustic barn architecture. Just imagine behind you the old beams and wooden roof structure. As well as the ceremony would also be superb at your reception too. Something to keep in mind. We’ll look at the below example and also Breckenhill, Larchfield Estate and Altahammond Wedding Barn.
Barn
This rustic barn venue in Northern Ireland was held at Helen and Scott’s Barn wedding and you can visit the blog post for more info.
Breckenhill
I’d love to shoot Breckenhill wedding as they have two barns called The Green Barn which holds up to 220 and The Stone Barn which holds up to 80 guests. There is also an outdoor ceremony space if the weather is good. The Green Barn has 3 areas which are the main barn, the sunroom extension and the bar and there is space for a live band and dancing. Outdoors has a gazebo, floral circle, table for signing the register, chairs and a PA system. Plan B is if it rains head to the Stone Barn.
Max capacity: There are two buildings, the Stone Barn and the Green Barn. The Stone Barn is licensed for ceremonies for up to 80 guests. The Green Barn is larger and is for up to 220 guests.
Prices
The Breckenhill wedding prices range from £1,700 - £3000 for venue hire only. The furniture is included along with exclusive use of the venue, you have access the day before set up, a dedicated and coordinator is available on the day.
Address: Breckenhill, 45 Breckenhill Rd, Doagh, Ballyclare BT39 0TB
Phone: 028 9334 0311
Larchfield Estate
Larchfield Estate has a romantic setting for your ceremony which features an old stone wall barn and rustic stables and is located in an estate. The venue can also accommodate a ceremony inside. The reception is held in the Orangery and Courtyard which features cobbled stones. If you are staying in the venue overnight the venue sleeps up to 37 guests.
Max capacity: The indoor stables 150 guests, the barn and outdoor walled garden can each hold 264 max
Price
Larchfield Estate wedding prices start from £5k upwards of up to £9k but please check the venue for more up-to-date prices.
Address: Bailliesmills Rd, Lisburn BT27 6XJ
Phone: 028 9263 8025
Altahammond Wedding Barn
Altahammond Wedding Barn (also known as Altahammond Barn) has a rustic charm to the barn. The venue has a bridal suite, 3 double bedrooms and a 3 bedroom cottage. Guests who are not staying here need to seek accommodation from a B&B or hotel. The venue features a carvery-style banquet.
Max Capacity: 150+ guests
Address: Whitehead, Carrickfergus BT38 9SP
Phone: 07889 975236
Church Wedding Venue
I love church wedding venues as the new owners have left the structure of the church building and fixed it up, added it on and made it into a wedding venue. It feels religious but looks modern and for this reason, I love it.
Church Style
This barn-style church wedding venue in Northern Ireland was held for Ashley and Jake’s in the Church Style wedding. Again this is not a hotel so there is no accommodation on site but there are plenty in Greyabbey and Newtownards. This venue’s function room was originally built as a church in the 1820s. Stone walls and exposed beams are a great backdrop for your ceremony and evening reception. They also have an outside area for ceremonies if the weather is good. There is a lounge area for drinks in between and ceremony and reception.
Max capacity: 130 guests
Prices: Prices vary with the time of year and what day. January and February Monday to Thursday £1,995 and Friday and Saturday £2,495. March to December Monday to Thursday £3,495 and Friday and Saturday £3,995. Finally, public holidays are £3,995. The venue has a minimum numbers policy so you can check that. The prices mentioned include exclusive use of the venue.
Address: 1 Portaferry Road, Greyabbey, Co. Down, BT22 2RU
Phone: 028 4278 8103
Wedding Venues Belfast
There are many Belfast wedding venues to choose from but I’ve just chosen a couple below. There are, of course, many many more in the centre so I will add to this in the future so stay tuned for more wedding party venues in Belfast. We can take a look at Belfast Castle, Crowne Plaza and Culloden Hotel wedding.
Malone Lodge Hotel
The reception was booked as the couples Malone Lodge Hotel wedding in the centre about 5 minutes from Queen's University which is one of the best wedding venues.
Also
Belfast Castle wedding prices are currently £1020 which is very good considering you have the rooms for both the ceremony and reception as well as use of the ground floor and gardens for ten hours from 3 pm to 1 am, check out the council for more up to date information
Crowne Plaza
Culloden Estate and Spa
The Culloden Estate and Spa has 12 acres of gardens, located on the Hollywood hills and overlooks the lough. A luxury five-star hotel originally built as a palace. The estate has 98 bedrooms.
Max Capacity: Up to 480
Prices: The Culloden Hotel wedding prices range from £300 to £1,500 for venue hire and packages start at £70 to £105 per head. The venue has a massive 98 bedrooms which would easily cater for large wedding parties.
Address: The Culloden Estate and Spa, Holywood BT18 0EX
Phone: 028 9042 1066
Small Wedding Venues
If you have a small wedding do you need a large wedding venue? I think not! Why not go for an intimate small wedding venue? You get all the frills but in a smaller venue. This means you can mingle with your guests much more and it just feels good. Some of these are Kilmore Country House and Hillmount House.
I shot at a small wedding venue in Northern Ireland called The Belfray Country Inn. One of the best small venues is located in County Londonderry a venue the bride and groom booked for their Belfray Country Inn wedding. I’ve shot some great venues and this is more focussing on the interior and exterior of the venues with a little bit of information too. Groom Prep, Ceremony and Reception were held in the venue. I must say one of the best wedding venues. Also, check out these small venues…
Tullyveery House, Downpatrick
Tullyveery House wedding cost for venue hire only is from £5,200 up to £7,400 which I assume is peak season. I am sure this is for Courtyard options so please check with the venue. The marquee site is for numbers up to 137.
Kilmore Country House wedding
I’d love to shoot here as the venue is a 17th Century house modernised and made into a guest house and wedding venue and is located in Glenariffe Glen)
Ballymac Hotel wedding, Lisburn
Hillmount House wedding in Larne
I’d also love to shoot here as their Stable Block & Coach House is your drinks reception
Ardtara Country House
Tullylagan Country House, Cookstown
Lissan House, Cookstown
Glenmore Manor, Lurgan
Hugh Mccanns, Newcastle
Belmont Hotel, Banbridge
Luxury Wedding Venues
A small list of luxury wedding venues in Northern Ireland some of which are Ballyscullion Park, Clandeboye Courtyard, Magheramorne Estate and Beech Hill Country House.
Larchfield Estate - Wedding & Corporate Venue in Lisburn (I’d love to shoot in this venue)
Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch
Feel free to check out my Montalto Estate wedding cost
Ballyscullion Park Wedding, Magherafelt
Drenagh Estate, Limavady
Clandeboye Courtyard
Another venue I’d love to work and shoot is your Clandeboye Courtyard wedding which is the kind of place you could stay in after midnight very comfortably. Who doesn’t want to get married or have their reception in a courtyard?
Magheramorne Estate, Larne
Magheramorne Estate wedding prices are quite affordable and include the bridal suite, alcohol license, exclusive use for your day, in-house co ordinator and onsite parking
Beech Hill Country House
Beech Hill wedding prices seem too good to be true with how much is included as you get cake in the package too. It’s a fairly new exclusive wedding venue so don't be afraid of hidden fees as everything should be open and transparent although there be a ceremony fee if you are getting married at the venue
Popular Wedding Venues
A list of popular wedding venues in NI is.
Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort
Galgorm wedding prices offer 3 packages including (a) Whirlwind which is for 40 guests at £8,950, (b) Galgorm with Love in the Four Seasons Suite which is for 40-80 guests from £9,950 to £15,350 depending on when your booking and (c) Galgorm Ever After in The Great Hall or Renaissance Suite and is for 70-100 guests from £13,250 to £17,550
Tullyglass House Hotel
Corick House Hotel and Spa, Clogher
Tullylagan Country House Hotel, Cookstown
Glenavon Hotel, Cookstown
The Bushmills Inn Hotel, Bushmills
Seagoe Hotel, Portadown
Brownlow House, Lurgan
Ballygally Castle, Larne
Top Wedding Venues
There are many top wedding venues in Northern Ireland I’d like to shoot real wedding pictures and images in, as well as your venue I’d like to shoot in. We’ll look at Slieve Donard, Titanic Hotel and Old Rectory Killyman.
Hugh McCann's
Slieve Donard
Slieve Donard Hotel's wedding price is £78 per head and caters for 200-300 guests. The venue has 4 large rooms and some smaller rooms. The larger rooms are The Grand Ballroom which holds up to 800 guests, The Chandelier Room can hold up to 400 guests, both the Annesley Room and Brunel Lounge can hold up to 100 guests
Europa Hotel, Belfast
Europa Hotel wedding packages are quite good keeping in mind the venue is in central Belfast so it is in a premium position and location on Great Victora Street. Packages start from £50pp (per person) and include the red carpet on arrival, room hire, white chair covers, white table linen and napkins, bridal suite on the night with late check-out, master of ceremonies and special accommodation rates for guests
Titanic Hotel
Titanic Hotel wedding prices. You can choose from one of their inclusive packages or per-person pricing starting from £75pp up to £115pp. This includes red carpet arrival, tea, coffee and homemade shortbread on arrival, room for a full day and evening, evening buffet, candelabras on every table and a bedroom suite for the wedding couple on the night
The Chelsea, Belfast
Ten Square Hotel, Belfast
Old Rectory Killyman / The Old Rectory Killyman, Dungannon
Old Rectory Killyman prices are for the Orangery for up to 57 guests and the dining room for up to 80 guests. The hotel and bedrooms are £2000 and the hotel, bedrooms and marquee are £2500. Use of the venue includes a bridal suite and 13 individual bedrooms. The marquee caters for sit down meals for up to 120 and 200 guests
Killeavy Castle Estate, Newry
Hall wedding, Lurgan
Sorted thanks, Roisin and David
Leighinmohr House Hotel wedding
Sorted thanks, Sarah and Jason
And also lots of other top wedding venues, let me know what venue you're thinking about booking.
Other Wedding Venue ideas
A few other ideas for other wedding venues ideas are I’ve just recently created a new blog post if you are interested in wedding venues in Orchard County, check it out. There are a few romantic wedding venues that I’ll be writing about and adding to this page soon, so stay tuned. I’ve worked in a couple of council weddings including Newry Town Hall. I’ve also worked at some golf club weddings including Edenmore and Portadown Golf Club. I will be posting more info on these two soon so stay tuned. I have a separate page for wedding venues in Ireland you are free to visit and see if an Irish venue interests you in the South (ROI).
Wedding Packages
If you're interested have a look at my wedding packages in Northern Ireland as you will find I offer some great packages to suit everyone’s budget and situation from the cheaper end to the more luxurious end and not forgetting whirlwind and elopement packages too. From small to larger numbers of guests there is a package to suit every bride and groom. These range from a micro wedding package which is my minimum up to a full-day wedding package which is the most popular and ideal as I’m starting from bridal prep up to your first dance. If it works out the bridal party and guests get up for a dance I’ll stay for the second and hopefully third dance too. If anything is different from what I have please contact me and I can design your package.
£1000 Wedding Package
My £1000 wedding package in Northern Ireland is the minimum package option and can be used throughout the day at any time but can’t be split, sorry. This is my most affordable package and quite good value for money in my opinion. £1000 is not a high price for this package.
Average Wedding Cost Northern Ireland
Your wedding can be expensive which is why I’ve looked at the average wedding cost in Northern Ireland. The price can vary depending on where you choose to get married or have your reception. In the UK Northern Ireland was found to be the fourth cheapest place to get married with an average cost of £13,000 (poll in 2019) (source). You are free to check out my wedding packages in Northern Ireland.
Unique Wedding Venues
There are some unique wedding venues but one of them is an Island which offers a unique experience of being on an island which makes it completely different from other venues. The venue is also very familiar as the distance to the island is not that far and you can get the ferry by bringing your car with or without leaving in the car park. It takes 5 minutes and runs every 15 minutes or so.
Budget Wedding Venues
For those on a tight budget, some wedding venues are below. If you have a tight budget for a venue it can be to find a venue that fits you. Hotels may seem to be the cheaper option but maybe you don’t want to get married in a hotel as you're not looking traditional. Some recommendations for venues that will meet a budget of £6k for venue only? You may find flying off to a foreign location is the answer but you may find it costs the same. I have included some notes beside the wedding name.
Dufferin Coaching Inn & Hall, Killyleagh
Also known as Dufferin Hall
Breckenhill, Ballyclare
Wild Duck Inn, Portglenone
Someone noted by far one of the best and cheapest venues and great value for money, one to check out
Old Rectory Killyman, Dungannon
Limepark, Ballymoney
Killeavy Castle, Newry
Brownlow Castle, Lurgan
The Whistledown Hotel, Warrenpoint
Altahammond House, Carrickfergus
Edenmore House, Magheralin
Which is reasonably priced
Rocky Mountain Cottage, Newry
The Stables at Hilden Brewery, Lisburn
Finnebrogue Woods, Downpatrick
Parisien, Belfast
The Green Holiday Cottages, Kilkeel
Arcadia House, Portrush
Depends on smaller numbers and you need to provide catering. I’d love to shoot your Arcadia Portrush Wedding in the venue, contact me for any enquiries
Brookhall Cottages and Weddings, Lisburn
Hugh McCann's, Newcastle
Wedding package with a choice of 2 function rooms depending on the size of your wedding have the option to hold weddings in their secret garden
Cultra Manor, Holywood
Cultra Manor wedding prices are £2,640 for the hire of the venue only for a wedding reception and £3,000 for a wedding ceremony and reception. You can have your ceremony in Cultra Manor or the Omagh Meeting House Church
Millbrook Lodge Hotel, Ballynahinch
If you choose the lower meal packages you can get for under 6k depending on your numbers
Barnabys Restaurant, Ballyclare
They have a great wedding package for around £4000 which is a great venue
Harry's Shack, Portstewart
Ballyscullion Park, Magherafelt
Manor House Country Hotel
The Wool Tower
The river and ground in the venue are both yours for your day and the venue is beside the River Braid which offers a private setting beside the water in the acres of private natural countryside.
Max Capacity: Up to 480
Prices: The Wool Tower wedding cost is around £5000 for the venue but catering is a separate charge and it is one of the cheapest as far as I know. For a more up-to-date price contact the venue.
Address: Broughshane
Phone: 028 2586 1436
Quirky Wedding Venues
This a short list of quirky wedding venues you can consider if thinking about booking somewhere off-beat, alternative and non-traditional. Some of these are small and some are larger in no particular order.
Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Belfast
Field of Dreams, County Down
The Belfast Empire Music Hall
Magnakata, Downpatrick
Hidden Huntley, Dunmurry
Strangford View Mews, Downpatrick
£2000 Wedding Package Belfast
I have a £2000 wedding package in Belfast you might be interested in. This is a full-day package starting from bridal prep up to your second dance at your reception in any wedding venue in the province. It is excellent value for money and should be booked one to two years in advance.
Wedding Venue Hire
A lot of venues have anywhere between £6500-£10,000 venue hire fee alone without catering and a few other things too. Many of the private venues have a venue hire fee but I’m afraid you get what you pay for. If you are looking for a total venue hire with a lower cost try the following otherwise you looking at a hotel package which is quite a bit less but then on the other hand you don’t have exclusive use, you would have other guests that have nothing to do with your wedding. A list of potential venues which may have a lower venue hire cost, in no particular order, are:
Glen Park
Breckenhill
Brook Hall
Blessingbourne
Roe Park
Outdoor Wedding Venues
I am starting to compile a short list of outdoor wedding venues so watch this page for more information. These are outdoors at the venues, obviously weather permitting as plan B would be inside. Unfortunately in this country sometimes the weather is a little unpredictable.
Breckenhill
Larchfield Estate
Hillsborough Castle
Places to Get Married
As you’d expect there are many places to get married in Northern Ireland from the beach to a castle to an outside area in the venue itself. If outside it is always good to have a plan B due to weather but I’m sure your venue will think about this. Your wedding does not need to be restricted to the venue itself as I mentioned the beach, this is more difficult to organise but not impossible. Some beaches are Downhill Beach, Castlerock, East Strand, Portrush, Cushendall Beach, Cushendall, Runkerry Beach and Portballintrae. You can also hire a marquee and have your day in a field, even beside a beach. Just an idea.
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The Right Wedding Venue for you
A few things to consider and what to look for when choosing the right wedding venue. Choosing the right wedding venue is often the first thing you think of when starting to plan your wedding. One of the most difficult parts is knowing where to start! Do you need a wedding venue to accommodate both families or are you after a wedding venue that is a little smaller more intimate and personal? Do you like the idea of a hotel, a barn or a castle?
Research is key
When choosing your venue be careful not to fall into the trap of arranging visits to every venue you’ve ever heard of amidst all of your excitement. Not only will this leave you feeling confused and overwhelmed but you may also end up just choosing a venue to get the decision made and therefore missing out on what could be your dream venue. I recommend sitting down and chatting about what your vision for your wedding day is – deciding if you want a relaxed venue where friends and family can chill out all day or perhaps a luxury hotel with a stunning interior and modern design. It’s also important to keep in mind your budget when choosing your wedding venue.
Which wedding venues have you been to before? Have you attended friends’ or family’s weddings before you were engaged? Likely, you weren’t over-analysing every part of the day compared to now when all you seem to think about is your dream day. Try to think back to those weddings and what you enjoyed about each of them or perhaps what didn’t do it for you. Sit down with your partner and start to make a list of what you require (such as location and capacity) and what you would like.
Research on Google
Go online and look around to see what wedding venue you can find. A quick search on Google will start you off and from there, you can narrow down to your favourites. Check out their wedding section, email the wedding planner ask them some questions and see what they can do for you.
Arrange a viewing
Once you’ve (fingers crossed) fallen in love with a couple of venues it’s time to get in contact with them to arrange a viewing. This is a great opportunity for you both to go along and see the venue yourselves and get LOTS more info. When you’re choosing your venue it’s important to go prepared with a list of questions or information that you want to find out. You want to know what’s ahead so there are no surprises further down the line. Ask them LOTS of questions.