Helen and Joe
JOIN US TO CELEBRATE OUR WEDDING ON JULY 3, 2026 AT DROMOLAND CASTLE, IRELAND
EVENTS
CEREMONY & RECEPTION
Friday, July 3, 2026
4:30 pm
Dromoland Castle
Newmarket - On - Fergus,
County Clare, Ireland, V95 ATD3
Cocktails, Dinner, and Dancing to Follow
WELCOME PARTY
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Join us for a pre-wedding pub night
Knox's Pub
18 Abbey St Ennis
V95 AX83 County Clare
7:00 - 10:00 pm, come as go as you please!
Light bites will be served
FAREWELL TEA
Saturday, July 4, 2026
For folks interested in a festive goodbye, an afternoon tea will be held from
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Terrace Room at Dromoland Castle
DROMOLAND CASTLE ACTIVITIES
Friday, July 3, 2026
Take part in any of the on-site activities we have planned at Dromoland Castle
SHUTTLES
Getting to and from the Welcome Pub Party, the July 3 Activities, and the Wedding
Welcome Pub Party Shuttles
Thursday, July 2
SHUTTLES TO THE PARTY
5:00 pm: Depart Dromoland Castle for guests to explore Ennis prior to Welcome Pub Party
5:05 pm: Depart The Rine (formerly The Inn at Dromoland) for guests to explore Ennis prior to Welcome Pub Party
6:40 pm: Depart Dromoland Castle for Welcome Pub Party
6:45 pm: Depart The Rine (formerly The Inn at Dromoland) for Welcome Pub Party
SHUTTLES TO DROMOLAND CASTLE
9:00 pm: Depart Knox's Pub for Dromoland Castle and The Rine (formerly The Inn at Dromoland)
10:00 pm: Depart Knox's Pub for Dromoland Castle and The Rine (formerly The Inn at Dromoland)
Activities Shuttles
Friday, July 3
SHUTTLES TO BUNRATTY
10:20 am - Pick up Bunratty guests from Dromoland
10:30 am - Pick up Bunratty guests at The Rine (formerly The Inn at Dromoland)
12:15 pm - Pickup at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park for dropoff at The Rine and Dromoland
SHUTTLES TO DROMOLAND CASTLE ACTIVITIES
10:15 am - Depart The Rine for Dromoland with guests for Castle activities
12:35 pm - Pick up castle activity guests from Dromoland
The Rine Wedding Shuttle
Friday, July 3
SHUTTLE TO DROMOLAND CASTLE
4:00 pm - Pickup at The Rine (formerly The Inn at Dromoland)
SHUTTLE TO THE RINE
9:00 pm -Round 1: Depart Dromoland Castle
10:30 pm - Round 2: Depart Dromoland Castle
12:00 am - Round 3: Depart Dromoland Castle
On demand shuttles can also be provided. Inquire at Reception.
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATIONS
HOW TO GET TO IRELAND
Shannon Airport
The Shannon Airport is roughly 10 miles from Dromoland Castle.
Dublin Airport
The Dublin Airport is roughly a 150 mile drive across the country.
Train
The closest railway station to Dromoland Castle is Ennis Station
WHERE TO STAY
Dromoland Castle
Availability at Dromoland Castle is incredibly limited. Make arrangements as soon as possible to ensure you receive your preferred accommodations.
Call 1 800 346 7007 or use the link below to book online
Dromoland Inn
Availability at Dromoland Inn is incredibly limited. Make arrangements as soon as possible to ensure you receive your preferred accommodations.
Call +353 61 368161 or email below to book
Reference 1406631 for a group rate
THINGS TO DO
Archery Lessons
Friday, July 3
Dromoland Castle
If you have signed up to take part in this activity, please meet at Dromoland Castle Reception 5-10 minutes prior to the 10:30am start time.
Skeet Shooting
Friday, July 3
Dromoland Castle
If you have signed up to take part in this activity, please meet at Dromoland Castle Reception 5-10 minutes prior to the 10:30am start time.
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park Tour
Friday, July 3
Bunratty, Ireland
The shuttle will depart Dromoland Castle at 10:30 am and The Rine at 10:35 for an 11:00 am, one hour tour. Please be waiting at reception 10 minutes prior to departure time so you do not miss the shuttle.
Additional Activities
Dromoland Castle
If you are interested in booking activities around the castle, please utilize the link below to view your options.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
By when should I RSVP?
Please RSVP by April 12, 2026 using the button below or scrolling to the RSVP section of our website.
What is the best way to get to Ireland and Dromoland Castle?
Feel free to check out our Travel & Accommodations recommendations.
What is the dress code?
Formal attire is requested. What we mean by "formal" is suits and dresses. No tux's or gowns are required. Colors and prints are welcome, as are darker colors. The bridal party will be wearing Taupe and the groom's party will be in a Dark Brown.
What time should I arrive?
The wedding ceremony will begin promptly at 4:30 pm in the garden. Please plan to arrive 20 minutes early to ensure you have time to get to your seat.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Our ceremony and cocktail hour will be held outside in the garden and our reception will be held inside the castle in the Brian Boru Hall. The weather in Ireland can be unpredictable so please prepare for fluctuating temperatures.
Are children allowed?
Your presence means the world to us, and our greatest wish is to celebrate this special day surrounded by the people we love most. While the weekend festivities will be family-friendly, we kindly ask that the ceremony and dinner reception be reserved for adults only. We completely understand that little ones are an important part of your lives, and babies-in-arms are warmly welcomed at the reception.
We will be offering a babysitting service at the castle for those who need it, so please reach out to us directly to let us know your plans and help get an accurate headcount.
If you plan to bring kiddos with you and are staying at The Castle or The Inn, the reservations teams requires that you share the number of children staying in the room and include their ages.
Can I bring a plus-one?
If you have been given a plus-one, when you go to RSVP you will see "Guest" noted below your name. Please use that space to fill in your guest's first and last name and proceed to RSVP as usual.
Are there other activities you recommend we check out while we are on site at Dromoland?
We recommend checking out our Things to Do Section.
Will there be a shuttle to the welcome party?
Yes! A shuttle will depart Dromoland Castle at 5pm and 6:45 pm. A shuttle will also take you back to the castle at 9:00 pm or 10:00 pm, when the party ends.
Are you serving food at the welcome party?
We will be providing light bites and an open bar but we suggest arranging your own dinner prior to the welcome party. We recommend dining at the castle or somewhere near the pub in Ennis!
Do you have a wedding registry?
We understand that traveling to Ireland for our wedding is no small feat. Having you there to celebrate with us is the perfect gift! For anyone who wants to contribute something extra, we have a honeymoon fund in our "Registry" section.
HONEYMOON FUND
We understand that traveling to Ireland for our wedding is no small feat. Having you there to celebrate with us is the perfect gift! For anyone who wants to contribute something extra, we have created a honeymoon fund.
