Belleek Castle
County Mayo, Ireland
Overnight Accommodation
Sleeps 26 guests in 10 rooms
Nestled in the serene yet dramatic landscapes of County Mayo, this grand castle hotel was built in the 1800s by Irish nobility.
Cradled by one of Europe’s largest urban forests, and set before a lush, sweeping English lawn, Belleek Castle will ignite anticipation from your very first visit. The neo-Gothic castle initially enchants with turrets, finials and an elegant Palladian-style façade. Within, exquisite period surroundings, be it medieval or Victorian, will enhance every element of your cherished day.
An enchanting Irish castle
For intimate weddings for up to 60 guests, the medieval Belleek Castle encompasses an exciting variety of unique spaces in which to host your celebrations, from the highly anticipated ceremony through to your first dance.
Design your day, your way
Here you are free to design your wedding just the way you’ve imagined; the versatile venues making it easy to create a day that’s memorable, meaningful and suited to you both.
At a glance
- Historic setting
- Flexible spaces and outdoor options
- Ten beautifully styled bedrooms
- Bespoke wedding experience
- Peaceful and scenic location
- Awarded Best Intimate Wedding Venue in Connacht
Your wedding ceremony
Imagine your indoor castle wedding ceremony: descend the grand staircase into the flagstone-floored atrium, adorned with decorated vaulted ceiling and stone columns, before entering your room of choice. The outdoor ceremony options are beautifully varied from one another and offer a bespoke ceremony experience within the traditional setting of castle grounds.
The Great Hall
The Great Hall features dramatic décor including intricate wood-panelled walls, antiques and medieval-style chandeliers. A roaring 13th-century Norman fireplace adds warmth and charm, and is particularly atmospheric during a winter wedding.
Other indoor options
The castle dungeons provide a striking Gothic backdrop to your wedding ceremony whilst the manor house rooms, elegantly dressed in Victorian décor, offer a more traditional setting. Expect rich tapestries and oil paintings, ornate cornicing, sumptuous furnishings and large windows overlooking the grounds and the countryside around Ballina.
The Stable Block
For a rustic barn style wedding ceremony, opt for this high wood-beamed vaulted space, complete with mullioned windows, stone archways, glittering chandeliers. Its exposed brickwork provides the perfect blank canvas for a sophisticated ceremony where your venue flowers and wedding attire can take centre stage.
Outdoor ceremonies
With unlimited capacity for your wedding ceremony, either exchange your vows in the resplendent castle gardens, gather in the surrounding woodland for a romantic, humanist celebration or opt to hire a marquee to erect in the grounds.
Church wedding
Just five minutes from Balleek Castle Estate, you have a choice of various churches. Both St Michael’s Church and Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church are intimate and ideal for smaller gatherings; the former traditional and latter more contemporary. St Muredach’s Cathedral, known locally as Ballina Cathedral, is ideal for a larger guest list.
The grounds and County Mayo landscape
After exchanging your vows and throughout your wedding day, Belleek’s grounds are yours to enjoy as you wish…
You and your guests can head straight out to the lawn to sip reception drinks and enjoy the natural scenery.
Retreat to the gardens for wedding photographs and keep both children and the young at heart entertained with lawn games, croquet, or vintage-style fairground attractions.
At this adventurous castle, why not use the fabulous surrounding landscape to add bespoke elements to your wedding, especially during a multi-day celebration? After all, you have a river, cliffside and coastline on your doorstep. Perhaps incorporate a boat ride, take a trip in the hotel’s horse and carriage or even head to the beach!
Reception settings to suit your story
The Banqueting Hall
This medieval spacious offers a dramatic and unforgettable setting for your wedding dinner, with its vaulted ceiling, wood-panelled walls, antique chandeliers and 13th-century fireplace, it’s rich in history and atmosphere. Guests dine on a delicious 4-course meal in a space that features a private bar, thrones for the top table, and even the option for a spit roast. This is a one-of-a-kind venue your loved ones will remember for years to come.
The Stable Block
For a simpler, more rustic setting, the 19th-century building offers a beautiful barn-style space with a shabby-chic vibe. Its neutral palette, mullioned windows, and vaulted, wood-beamed ceiling provide an elegant blank canvas, ideal for intimate wedding breakfasts with a personal touch.
The Library Restaurant
This space offers a warm, informal dining setting for intimate weddings or wedding dinners. With its bar and doors to the adjoining courtyard beyond, it is ideal for cosy, heartfelt wedding gatherings with a relaxed vibe.
The Twean Deck
This opulent, intimate space features a vaulted ceiling, ornate columns, a grand open fireplace, and rich wood panelling - perfect for a smaller wedding breakfast with a luxurious feel.
If you are still searching for that ideal micro or intimate wedding backdrop , Belleek Castle boasts several beautifully styled Victorian rooms throughout the castle offering refined, private-dining options.
With rooms throughout the castle at your disposal, breakout spaces are easily accessible. You can include them in your wedding day to encourage guests to explore the castle and discover its history. For weddings with children, Belleek Castle can provide trusted, experienced nannies to supervise them in a dedicated play area or a specialist children’s room.
Dining experience highlights
- Intimate celebrations for up to 60 guests
- Design your day, your way
- Breath-taking grounds and natural backdrops
- Multi-day celebrations with unique activities
- Childcare and play areas available
- Full castle access and breakout spaces
Into the evening
As evening falls, Belleek Castle comes alive with atmosphere and charm. Several distinctive bars adjoin the wedding spaces, each with its own story:
The iconic Armada Bar, built from salvaged Spanish Armada ship timbers, features a striking wooden bar, mullioned windows and period furnishings that create a warm, nautical feel. Guests can enjoy perfectly poured Guinness or sample rare Irish whiskies as the celebrations unfold.
Dance the night away and let the celebration unfold in either the striking Banqueting Hall, with its long bar, or the atmospheric Dungeon; either place is fabulous in which to dance the night away.
Belleek Estate is a feast for the senses. During the lighter months, between dances and late-night toasts, guests can take a break from the dancefloor and enjoy a stroll in the gardens and grounds, greeted by the fragrant scents of the woodland and the distant roar of the coastline.
Evening celebration highlights
- Iconic bars with historic charm
- Unique and atmospheric dancefloor venues
- Enchanting outdoor setting
Accommodation
Belleek Castle offers a luxurious retreat for your wedding gathering, with ten beautifully appointed bedrooms combining pure indulgence with immense character. Whether you rest your head in a double, queen or king-sized bed, a restful night’s sleep is guaranteed in this tranquil countryside haven.
Each room features sensational four-poster beds crafted from solid wood, some with intricately panelled headboards, alongside elegant period furnishings and antiques that reflect the castle’s timeless charm.
Modern comforts include private bathrooms, plasma TVs, complimentary toiletries, and tea and coffee facilities - offering everything you need to relax after your celebration. You and your guests will wake to peaceful views of rolling hills, valleys and coastal bays.
Accommodation highlights
- Sleeps 26 guests in beautiful bedrooms
- Ten luxurious, character-filled bedrooms
- Solid-wood four-poster beds
- Private bathrooms and modern amenities
- Peaceful countryside and coastal views
Prices
Belleek Castle offers exclusive-use weddings, where you and your guests can enjoy the castle in complete privacy. Every detail can be tailored to create a bespoke experience designed around your requirements.
As a Guide:
- Exclusive Use Intimate Wedding Package - from €9,700 based on 60 guests.
Belleek Castle can facilitate weddings for up to 60 guests. Your final price will depend on your chosen date, guest numbers, and any extra touches you would like to include.
Get in touch and we’ll help you create a celebration that’s unique to you!
Packages
- 1-night package from €9,700
- Suitable for up to 60 guests
Location
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Situated in a peaceful countryside setting along the River Moy in rural Ballina, Belleek Castle is just a five-minute drive from the N59 and Ballina town, with its train station and local taxis. The estate is only 20–35 minutes from Knock and Lough Conn airports.
Belleek Castle Estate is perfectly placed for exploring the wild charm of County Mayo and forms part of the route of The Wild Atlantic Way, offering guests a gateway to dramatic coastal landscapes, rich heritage sites, and unforgettable adventures along Ireland’s western shoreline.
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