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Make your dream a reality at Clontarf Castle Hotel!
Castle Wedding Venue
The Great Hall
The Great Hall as the name suggests is a truly magnificent venue, fully self contained with its own private reception area with a bar perfect for a drinks reception on arrival. The Great Hall is fully air-conditioned and is decorated in a rich Gold and Cream colour scheme with beautiful Louise Kennedy Crystal chandeliers. There is plenty of natural daylight and views of the leafy grounds and gardens at the front of the hotel. In the evening with the curtains drawn and the candles lit, the Great Hall transforms into a cosy atmospheric venue.
The Viking Suite
The Viking Suite is ideal for smaller weddings of up to 100 people. Fully air conditioned and beautifully decorated, the Viking Suite enjoys natural daylight and also has a private reception/lobby area ideal for those all important drinks on arrival.
Hotel Accommodation
As part of our Wedding Package, we offer The Bride and Groom a complimentary four- poster executive bedroom on the night of their wedding. Should you require any extra hotel accommodation for your guests, please contact reservations for rates and availability.
At Clontarf Castle, our aim is to exceed expectations. When you choose Clontarf Castle Hotel as your wedding venue we go the extra mile to ensure that you and your guests leave the place with only the happiest of memories. We work hard to ensure your wedding runs smoothly for the duration and that is why we are considered the best wedding venue in Ireland!
For weddings of more than 75 guests:
- Red carpet on arrival
- Champagne on arrival for the Bride and Groom
- Cake Stand
- Place cards
- Personalised printed table menus
- Printed table plan
- Flowers on all tables (Lilies) - and top table display (available for parties of 125 people or more).
- Complimentary parking
- Complimentary Suite for the Bride and Groom
- Champagne Breakfast the following morning for the bride and groom in their suite.
- 1 year anniversary dinner for 2 in our restaurant Fahrenheit Grill
For weddings of less than 60 guests:
- Red carpet on arrival
- Champagne on arrival for the Bride and Groom
- Cake Stand
- Place cards
- Personalised printed table menus
- Printed table plan
- Flowers on all tables (Lilies) - and top table display (available for parties of 125 people or more).
- Complimentary parking
Your Venue
Let our 12th century castle be the settling for the most important day of your life. Surrounded by ancient castle walls what better way to start a new life together than in the secure and secluded grounds of your own castle.
Bask in the beautiful surrondering of this tranquil environment and let us awaken your imagination as you wonder in the delight of this elegant Hotel which successfully mixes the old with the new.
Lavish Location
This exclusive hotel is in the ideal location; only two miles from Dublin City Centre and five miles from Dublin Airport. You can enjoy the serenity and charming location of Clontarf, located in close proximity to the seafront and picturesque St. Anne’s Rose gardens
Your Expectations
Let us surpass your greatest expectations with expertise and advice from our dedicated wedding coordinator. Our planning is very diverse, ranging from menu planning, seating arrangements to working hand in hand with you on your floral arrangements, music choices and more. Clontarf Castle staff can help make your wedding day dreams come true.
Your Special Day
Our Packages
The Great Hall
The Great Hall is the ideal venue for your special day, fully air-conditioned with a plush cream and gold colour scheme, Louise Kennedy crystal chandeliers, state of the art lighting and a dramatic freeze of the Battle of Clontarf which restores the historic element of the castle. This beautifully co-ordinated room is complete with its own bar and is adjacent to the hotel lobby, a picture perfect location!
The Great Hall can cater to 100 - 400 people
Our Great Hall Wedding Package includes:
- Red carpet on arrival
- Exclusive use of the award winning Indigo Lounger for private Drinks Reception on Arrival
- Complimentary Sparking Wine, Freshly Brewed Tea & Filtered Coffee on arrival for all of your guests
- Champagneon arrival for The Bride and Groom
- Cake stand
- Place cards
- Personalised printed table menus
- Printed table plan
- Flowers (Lillies) and candelabras on all tables- and top table display
- Complimentary parking
- Complimentary Suite for The Bride and Groom
- Champagne Breakfast the following morning for the bride and groom in their suite
- 1 year anniversary dinner for 2 in our restaurant, Fahrenheit Grill
*We can cater for weddings of 75 or more in The Great Hall. Terms & Conditions apply.
Have you ever dreamt of getting married in a Castle?
Clontarf Castle Hotel is pleased to announce that we have been pre-approved to hold civil ceremonies in our hotel. Packages includes
Silver Package
- The use of the newly refurbished Viking Suite on the Day of your wedding
- Red Carpet as you Walk down the Aisle
- Candles
- A professional team to help you every step of the way
Gold package
- The newly refurbished Viking Suite is on the Day of your wedding
- Chair Covers and Bows to coordinate with your colours
- Red Carpet as you Walk down the Aisle
- Candles
- Petals
- A professional team to help you every step of the way
Platinum Package
- The use of the newly refurbished Viking Suite on the Day of your wedding
- Chair Covers and Bows to coordinate with your colours
- Red Carpet as you Walk down the Aisle
- Candles
- Petals
- Flowers to set the tone of the ceremony
- A professional team to help you every step of the way
Begin your “happily ever after” in the most magical of settings. Clontarf Castle Hotel can now exclusively offer you a more intimate affair with our exceptional Enchanted Package for up to 60 guests which can be booked for either the magnificent Tower Suite or the splendid Fahrenheit Grill with evening reception to be held in the chic Indigo Lounge. Indulge in a succulent five course feast with two glasses of house wine per guest plus a glass of sparkling wine for each guest to toast the bride and groom. The package also includes a superb evening buffet to cater for all guests. Prices begin from €69.00 per person Monday to Sunday.
Fall in love all over again with our extraordinary Fairytale package. Arrive at your lavish location to be welcomed by a fabulous arrival reception with sparkling wine, freshly brewed tea and coffee. Indulge in a delicious five course meal where you will have the choice of what is being served while enjoying a glass or two of our specially sourced house red & white wine. Toast the Bride & Groom with a glass of sparkling wine with an exceptional evening buffet served once the evening entertainment begins. This package is ideal for our Great Hall or Viking suites. Prices start from €83.00 per person.
Not only will you bask in our glorious surroundings but your day will be made a special day remembered by all through our exclusive array of packages.
Our Commitment to you.
Whether you’re planning a celebration that tradition or trendy, festive or formal, intimate or grand scale, your wedding at the Castle will be everything that you have every dreamt. Create the perfect wedding affair that no one will ever forget.
Contact: Louise-Anne Hunter | Weddings & Events Co-ordinator
Clontarf Castle | Castle Ave | Clontarf | Dublin 3| Ireland
Phone: + 353 1 8332321 | Direct + 353 1 8534326
Fax: + 353 1 8330418
Email: [email protected]
www.clontarfcastle.ie
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Clontarf Castle Hotel are holding a Wedding Afternoon on Sunday 29th April 2012, 1pm-5pm.
Join us for a royal afternoon and take the opportunity to discover what Clontarf Castle can offer you as a reception venue for your magical day.
Introducing better value than ever before in our popular Fairytale and Enchanted packages which will be launched at the Wedding Fair PLUS discounts when you book on the day!
2012 Weddings
15% discount off your chosen wedding package
**2013 Weddings
- a 10% discount when you book the Fairytale Package;
- a 5% when you book the Enchanted Package.
Welcome to Clontarf Castle Hotel
Congratulations on your engagement and thank you for choosing to consider Clontarf Castle Hotel as the perfect location for your special day.
Clontarf Castle has been the choice of venue for wedding couples for more than five decades and with a wealth of experience and an idyllic castle setting, it is no surprise that it is a more popular choice than ever for those looking for a magical castle setting for their special day.
Since undergoing a €10million makeover in 2007 with amazing results, Clontarf Castle has become one of Ireland’s leading castle hotels. Set in idyllic surroundings amongst leafy grounds which incorporates a pretty garden to the front of the impressive fa�ade, this is a setting that romance was made for.
Whether you have a traditional wedding in mind or something more bespoke, our experienced team will be more than happy to advise you. We can help you with those all important finishing touches and make sure that everything goes smoothly on your big day, enabling you to relax and enjoy yourself. Simply tell us what you would like and we will help you to make your dream wedding a reality.
The Great Hall
As befits it’s title, The Great Hall is the perfect venue for your special day with a plush cream and gold colour scheme, designer Louise Kennedy crystal chandeliers, state of the art lighting and a dramatic frieze of the Battle of Clontarf, restoring the historic element of the castle. This beautifully co-ordinated room is complete with its own bar, full air-conditioning and is adjacent to the hotel lobby, a picture perfect location.
The Viking Suite
Located on the lower ground floor with a luxurious red colour scheme, the Viking Suite is popular for Civil Ceremonies and wedding receptions alike. With the added advantage of a bar inside the room and a private pre-function area, there is also full air conditioning and natural daylight.
Fahrenheit Grill
Why not climb the original castle staircase, an ideal photo opportunity, to dine in the wonderful medieval style setting of the Fahrenheit Grill. With its dramatic high ceilings and stained glass windows it is very much reminiscent of a bygone era, and a truly unique setting in which to begin your future.
Indigo Lounge
The award winning contemporary Indigo Lounge radiates cool chic. Red chandeliers, stylish glass wear and comfortable sofa style seating make this Lounge a setting like no other.
The Indigo Lounge can accommodate live music, therefore it be utilised for your arrival drinks reception or evening party.
OUR WEDDING PACKAGES
Over the next few pages we have tailored some wedding packages to suit your requirements and budget, however, please feel free to ask if you have something particular in mind….
All of our packages include -
- Red carpet on arrival
- Champagne on arrival for The Bride and Groom
- Cake stand
- Place cards
- Personalised printed table menus
- Printed table plan
- Flowers display in a tall vase on a mirror base for all tables and top table display
- Complimentary Suite for The Bride and Groom
- Champagne Breakfast the following morning for the bride and groom in their suite
- Menu tasting prior to wedding
- 1 year anniversary dinner for 2 in our restaurant, Fahrenheit Grill
- Complimentary parking
- A dedicated team to look after you on your special day
� Beautiful chair covers with bow sashes for the Great Hall or Viking Suite
� Exclusive use of our award winning Indigo Lounge for your drinks reception on arrival when booking the Great Hall.
ENCHANTED PACKAGE
Begin your “happily ever after” in the most magical of settings
A moment in time to last forever . . . .
Arrival Reception
At your own discretion
Menu
Tartlet of Slow Roast Tomato & Goats Cheese
Olive oil & red pepper dressing
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Cream of Vegetable & Chive Soup
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Sirloin of Irish Beef
Creamed horseradish mash with a red wine jus
Selection of Fresh Market Vegetables & Potatoes
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White Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake
Winterberry compote
Freshly Brewed Tea or Filtered Coffee
Wine Toast Drink Evening Buffet
House Red & 1 glass of Selection of sandwiches
White Wine sparkling wine Cocktail Sausages
2 glasses of wine per person Chicken Satays
per person (based on the number
of guests attending meal)
€69.00 per person from Monday to Sunday.
Package applies for Fahrenheit Grill & Tower Suite only, evening reception will be held in Indigo Lounge
Why not hold your civil ceremony here at Clontarf Castle Hotel and add on the Silver Package for just an additional €5.00 per person
CHARMED PACKAGE
Begin your “happily ever after” in the most magical of settings
A moment in time to last forever . . . .
Arrival Reception
Chilled Prosecco on arrival
Freshly Brewed Tea & Filtered Coffee
Menu
Caesar Salad
Crispy pancetta, focaccia croutons, shaved parmesan
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Cream of Vegetable & Chive Soup
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Sirloin of Irish Beef
Creamed horseradish mash with a red wine jus
Selection of Fresh Market Vegetables & Potatoes
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Spiced Apple & Rhubarb Crumble
Vanilla Anglaise
Freshly Brewed Tea or Filtered Coffee
Wine Toast Drink Evening Buffet
House Red & 1 glass of Selection of sandwiches
White Wine sparkling wine Cocktail Sausages
2 glasses of wine per person Chicken Satays
per person (Catering for 50% of guests)
€79.00 per person Fridays & Saturdays with a 10% discount Sunday to Thursdays.
Package applies for The Great Hall and Viking Suite only
*Drinks Reception in Knights Bar for Viking Suite
Why not hold your civil ceremony here at Clontarf Castle Hotel and add on the Silver Package for just an additional €5.00 per person
FAIRYTALE PACKAGE
Begin your “happily ever after” in the most magical of settings
A moment in time to last forever . . . .
Arrival Reception
Chilled Prosecco on arrival
Freshly Brewed Tea & Filtered Coffee
Menu
Tartlet of Slow Roast Tomato & Goats Cheese
Olive oil & red pepper dressing
******
Potato, Leek and Basil Soup
******
Sirloin of Irish Beef
Creamed horseradish mash with red wine jus
Supreme of Irish Salmon
With a parmesan and parsley crust, crushed new potatoes and a caper butter sauce
Selection of Fresh Market Vegetables & Potatoes
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White Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake
Winterberry compote
Freshly Brewed Tea or Filtered Coffee
Wine Toast Drink Evening Buffet
House Red & 1 glass of Selection of sandwiches
White Wine sparkling wine Cocktail Sausages
2 glasses of wine per person Chicken Satays
per person (based on the number
of guests attending meal)
€89.00 per person Fridays & Saturdays with a 10% discount Sunday to Thursdays.
Package applies for The Great Hall and Viking Suite only
*Drinks Reception in Knights Bar for Viking Suite
Why not hold your civil ceremony here at Clontarf Castle Hotel and add on the Silver Package for just an additional €5.00 per person
MAJESTIC PACKAGE
Begin your “happily ever after” in the most magical of settings
A moment in time to last forever . . . .
Arrival Reception
Chilled Prosecco on arrival
Freshly Brewed Tea & Filtered Coffee
Menu
Cured Ham & Bocconcini Crostini
Artichoke puree, balsamic syrup, olive tapenade
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Champagne Sorbet
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Pan Roast Fillet of Irish Beef
Grilled onion & thyme mash,triple pepper corn & brandy cream
Seared Sea Bass Fillet
With crushed lemon and rocket potatoes, salsa romesco
Selection of Fresh Market Vegetables & Potatoes
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Assiette of Dessert
A choice of any 3 desserts:
Passion fruit bavarois
Lemon tartlet
Raspberry tartlet
Apple & cinnamon crunch
Orange chocolate torte
Banoffi pie
Freshly Brewed Tea or Filtered Coffee with Petit Fours
Wine Toast Drink Evening Buffet
House Red & 1 glass of Selection of sandwiches
White Wine sparkling wine Cocktail Sausages
2 glasses of wine per person Chicken Satays
per person (based on the number
of guests attending meal)
€99.00 per person Friday & Saturday with a 10% discount Sunday to Thursdays
Package applies for The Great Hall and Viking Suite only
*Drinks Reception in Knights Bar for Viking Suite
Why not hold you civil ceremony here at Clontarf Castle Hotel and add on the Silver Package for just an additional €5.00 per person
Testimonials
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Both Dean and I would like to thank you all at the Castle especially yourself, Gaby and Lucas for making our wedding day extra special, the day flowed so perfectly ( albeit too fast!) and smoothly...... even our grand entrance!! Everybody is still talking and praising you guys about the food and service that they got. No one was ever without a full glass in their hand!!!! Please pass on our thanks to all that were involved in making the day so special and memorable for us.
We look forward to seeing you on our anniversary!!! Thanks again -
Max and myself just wanted to say a huge thank you to you and all the team who looked after us so well with the organisation for 1st April � and in particular � on the day / evening itself. We had a brilliant day � and it all ran so smoothly. We really appreciate everything you did for us � it was fantastic. Everybody is still taking about what a great time they had � which is really good !!! Again � thanks so much for everything. All the team in Clontarf Castle really made it a special day for us � and we particularly appreciate everything you did.
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Everything on the day went perfect and I wish we could relive the day again and again. Everyone is praising the hotel from what a nice venue it is, the great service we received and the excellent food that was served etc� thanks again for all your help! And ensuring that our day went perfect!
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We had our reception here on 20/06/09 and it really was perfect. Everyone commented on the food, decor and how polite, professional and friendly all of the staff were. Adele, Jane and their teams really did provide is with the perfect day we were looking for. Only problem is that its all over too quickly, take it in Brides to be....you cant repeat it.
Thanks to all at the castle. -
We had our reception here on 02/08/08 and we could not fault the place.The service was flawless throughout,the hotel looked amazing,the presentation and taste of the food could not be faulted.Almost every single guest commented on how fabulous the place was and were all very impressed.Cannot recommend this place highly enough! Staff are second to none!
Contact Details
Castle Avenue,
Clontarf,
Dublin
Dublin 3
Contact name: Louise Hunter (Wedding Co-ordinator)
Phone: 01 8332321
Fax: 01 8330418
[email protected]
www.clontarfcastle.ie
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