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The Ultimate IMAGE Venue Guide for 2016: Part 3


By IMAGE
25th Jun 2016
The Ultimate IMAGE Venue Guide for 2016: Part 3

Continuing on from Part 2, IMAGE looks at a further?three recommendations for the best wedding venues around Ireland. From country weddings to urban chic, plan the perfect day at these three stunning locations.

1: TANKARDSTOWN HOUSE

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THE PLACE

Tankardstown’s beautiful Manor House, magnificent Orangery, courtyards and restaurants set in 80 acres of the Boyne Valley, provide delicious food and wonderful service and spectacular surroundings.

THE GUESTLIST

The Manor House can play host to a pre-dinner drinks while the bright and airy Orangery, with gilt-edged mirrors, fresh olive trees and chandeliers can seat up to 230 guests.

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THE DIGS

Tankardstown can comfortably accommodate up to 50 guests in the seven rooms of the Manor House and adjoining Courtyard Cottages suites.

THE BEST BITS

Understated elegance and attention to the finer details make Tankardstown the perfect country house for your exclusive use.

THE BOTTOM LINE

Packages from??89pp.

THE REAL BRIDE REVIEW

“Thank you so much for the exceptional welcome, hospitality and amazing service. Everything has been truly flawless.”

Rathkenny, Slane, Co. Meath. 041 982 4621; tankardstown.ie

 

2: HORETOWN HOUSE

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THE PLACE

Horetown House is a 10-bedroom country house in the heart of rural Wexford. It was built in 1692, and lovingly restored to host stylish private weddings.

THE GUESTLIST

With a permanent pole tent marquee, Horetown can host 200+ guests, while the new White Room caters for smaller weddings of up to 80 guests or for ceremonies with seating for 140 guests.

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THE DIGS

There are 10 bedrooms sleeping 24 adults, or 20 adults with six children.

THE BEST BITS

Horetown offers all the service of a hotel delivered by the White family, including a wedding planner, styling service and traditional Irish pub for the duration of your stay.

THE BOTTOM LINE

Packages from €69pp.

THE REAL BRIDE REVIEW

It felt like we had a house party, but didn’t have to do any of the hard work. We had no idea how amazing it was going to be.”

Foulksmills, Co. Wexford. 051 565 633; horetownhouse.ie

 

3: THE MORRISON HOTEL

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THE PLACE

The Morrison Hotel is located in the heart of Dublin City, overlooking the River Liffey and is the perfect venue to enjoy a luxurious, urban wedding.

THE GUESTLIST

Renowned for its chic vibe, a wedding at The Morrison is exclusive and unique. There are two options for your special day; Printworks which seats up to 160 and the more intimate Halo, which seats 30 to 85.

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THE DIGS

Your guests can choose from 145 beautifully decorated bedrooms and a selection of luxurious suites.

THE BEST BITS

Your welcome wedding reception is hosted in the private Art Gallery and is the perfect spot for a bubbles and canap’s reception.

THE BOTTOM LINE

Packages from €68pp.

THE REAL BRIDE REVIEW

“We could not recommend the Morrison to other couples more – there are very few venues that so completely carry themselves as well as they do.”

Ormond Quay Lower, Dublin 1. 01 887 2400; morrisonhotel.ie