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WIN a luxury overnight experience at Carton House, FairmontWIN a luxury overnight experience at Carton House, Fairmont
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WIN a luxury overnight experience at Carton House, Fairmont

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by Edaein OConnell
11th Nov 2025
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To celebrate the launch of our new IMAGE Weddings Hub, we're giving away a luxurious overnight experience at Carton House, Fairmont worth €350.

Some places have a way of making time slow down.

Where stories of the past whisper through the walls, and every detail, from the landscape to the light, feels carefully composed. Carton House, a Fairmont Managed Hotel, is one of those places.

Set within 1,100 acres of sweeping Kildare parkland, just 25 minutes from Dublin, Carton House has long been a cornerstone of Irish heritage. Once home to the FitzGerald family, the estate has witnessed centuries of history, political intrigue, artistic inspiration and grand gatherings. Over the years, it has welcomed poets, princes, and pioneers, all drawn to its beauty and sense of quiet grandeur.

Today, that legacy continues in a way that feels both timeless and contemporary. The restoration of Carton House has honoured its remarkable history while introducing the kind of comfort and care that defines the Fairmont name. It’s a place where you can wander through elegant corridors lined with stories, yet still feel entirely at ease.

To celebrate the art of slowing down and the joy of shared experiences, Carton House has created a bespoke Afternoon Tea inspired by the estate’s most iconic guests. Each delicately crafted pastry and savoury treat pays homage to those who once stayed within its walls, served in the splendour of the Gold Salon, where high ceilings, golden hues, and views over the gardens set the scene for a moment worth savouring.

Enter to win

To celebrate the launch of our new IMAGE Weddings Hub, one lucky IMAGE reader and a guest will enjoy a luxurious overnight experience at the hotel, which includes:

  • One night’s stay in a Fairmont Deluxe King Room.
  • Breakfast the following morning in The Carriage House.
  • Afternoon Tea in the Gold Salon.
  • Access to the resort’s wellness facilities, including swimming pool, gym, jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, walking trails, bicycles and tennis courts.

Valued at €350, this experience is available for stays on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday. All you have to do to enter and win this stunning prize is fill out the form below:

Sorry, this competition is now closed and no longer receiving entries. Thank you.

We’re thrilled to unveil our new IMAGE Weddings Hub – your go-to guide for all things weddings. From bridal trends and accessories to Ireland’s dreamiest venues, it has everything you need to start planning your bridal journey. Explore now at image.ie/weddings.

Step back in time and make luxury moments into lasting memories at one of Ireland’s most historic resorts, Carton House, Ireland’s first and only Fairmont Managed Hotel. Visit their website to learn more.