There’s simply no other place in the world that has the romance and variety for dreamy destination castle weddings than Ireland.

With over 900 miles of coastline around the island, scenery that is breathtaking, castles, historical churches and rolling countryside, the warmth and hospitality of the fun loving people of Ireland makes weddings here truly magical.

Ireland has cemented itself as the place for dream weddings and is nothing short of epic when it comes to imaginative, creative places to tie the knot from private islands to five star luxury to rugged wilderness.

Ashford Castle in Mayo, Ireland

A Fairytale Castle Wedding
There are so many incredible castles in Ireland to get married in - from a 16th century tower house, a 15th century Norman castle; a 13th century Medieval castle and 16th century tower house.

Some of the best known castle and manor locations in Ireland include Ashford Castle in Mayo; Adare Manor in Limerick; Powerscourt Estate in County Wicklow and Dromoland Castle in Clare, but there are also scores of other lesser known castle locations that are slightly more off the beaten track.

Dromoland Castle in Clare, Ireland

Set on 17 acres of mature woodlands and gardens, the 17th century Bellingham Castle in County Louth is bursting with character with a guest capacity of 200 along Ireland’s Ancient East.

Castle Durrow in Laois, Ireland

Venue with its own river
Over in County Laois, Castle Durrow is a magnificent venue, set on 50 acres of beautiful gardens and while the location is inland, it boasts its own river. The interiors are stunning, with spectacular 15ft ceilings.

Sligo is associated with romantic poet WB Yeats and it’s evident that he found inspiration in the stunning landscape. Here Markree Castle can be taken for exclusive use for weddings. The beautiful Gothic architecture is noteworthy and there’s also a private original Victorian chapel with light seeping through stained glass windows.

On the shores of Lough Meelagh in County Roscommon sits the magnificent 19th century Kilronan Castle. Set on a sprawling 49-acre estate, the castle is a mix of old world glamour but with all modern luxuries.

A Dublin wedding
For a Dublin wedding, Clontarf Castle has won many awards. The 12th century castle is reached by a beautiful coastal drive along Dublin bay with the fishing village of Howth not far away.  The castle was recently refurbished for contemporary comfort, but the stunning original features still remain.

Luttrellstown Castle, best known as the location for the Beckham wedding, is an exclusive castle estate near Dublin that offers exclusive access for weddings from 20 people to 180 people. This tranquil, sprawling 567 acre estate has 20 luxurious bedrooms and a golf course.

A castle wedding is the ultimate place to say ‘I do’!