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Kilkea Castle is a resort destination wedding venue in Castledermot, Ireland, hosting 270 at dinner.

Kilkea Castle

CastledermotCounty Kildare, Ireland

Kilkea Castle is a historic castle resort in Castledermot, County Kildare, roughly 60 minutes from Dublin Airport (DUB).

Guests
270 at dinner
Rooms
140 rooms
Cost
€211 to €316a head
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Getting there
DUBabout 1 h by car

About the venue

Kilkea Castle is a historic castle resort in Castledermot, County Kildare, roughly 60 minutes from Dublin Airport (DUB).

With 140 guest rooms, gardens and a seated dining capacity of 270, it hosts weddings from a minimum of 30 guests.

Ceremonies can take place outdoors or inside, with civil, religious and humanist options all legally possible on site, and in-house catering is priced per head from EUR 211 to EUR 316 including VAT.

Room types range from Classic Castle Rooms and Deluxe Carriage Rooms to the Fitzgerald Suite, and full venue buyout is available.

  • 140 guest rooms across categories including Deluxe Castle Bedroom, Luxury Castle Bedroom and the Fitzgerald Suite
  • Seats up to 270 guests for dining, with a 30-guest minimum
  • Legal ceremonies on site: civil, religious or humanist, outdoors or indoors with an indoor backup
  • Per-head pricing from EUR 211 to EUR 316, VAT included

Short answers

How much does a wedding at Kilkea Castle cost?
The venue quotes €211 to €316 a head.
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How many guests does Kilkea Castle hold?
Kilkea Castle holds 270 at dinner.
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Can guests stay at Kilkea Castle?
Yes. 140 rooms.
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How do guests get to Kilkea Castle?
Fly into DUB, about 1 h by car.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
270 guests
Smallest party taken
30 guests

Staying over

Rooms
140 rooms
Room types
7 listed
Whole property to yourselves
Yes

House rules

Fireworks
Yes
Children
Yes

Getting there

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Nearest airport
DUB, 60 min by car
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes
Guest transport
Yes

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

How many guests can Kilkea Castle accommodate?
The venue seats up to 270 guests for dining and requires a minimum of 30 guests. There are 140 rooms on the estate, with each listed room type sleeping up to 2 guests.
What does the wedding pricing include?
Pricing is charged per head in euros, from EUR 211 to EUR 316, and includes VAT. Full details are in the wedding brochure at https://www.kilkeacastle.ie/brochures/Brochure-Wedding.pdf.
Can we hold our ceremony outside?
Yes. Outdoor ceremonies are available, and there is an indoor backup option. Receptions can be held indoors or outdoors, and civil, religious and humanist ceremonies are all legally recognised on site.
How do we get there from the airport?
The nearest airport is Dublin (DUB), about 60 minutes away. The venue offers a shuttle and has on-site parking.
Can you cater for dietary requirements and children?
Yes. Catering is handled in-house with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, and children are welcome.

Weddings held here

2022 · Kilkea Castle
Ryan & Emma

It was an amazing day and we and our guests are still reeling from it.

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  • Seated dinner: 270 guests

    “Kilkea Castle can accommodate intimate weddings of up to 60 guests and larger celebrations of up to 270 guests, with a selection of refined ceremony and reception spaces.”
    Read the source for seated dinner

  • Smallest party taken: 30 guests

    “*Minimum number requirement of 30 guests Mid-Week only”
    Read the source for smallest party taken

  • Rooms: 140 rooms

    “Our 140 Bedroom Resort, set on 180 acres of landscaped gardens, ancient woodland and a meandering river, boasts several accommodation options to appeal to all tastes.”
    Read the source for rooms

  • Room types: 7 listed

    “Deluxe Castle Bedroom”
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  • Whole property to yourselves: Yes

    “If you would like to come experience all that Kilkea Castle has to offer, our team would be delighted to help book a round of golf, private events, weddings, Kilkea Castle for private hire, or The Lodges at Kilkea.”
    Read the source for whole property to yourselves

  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “Yes, Kilkea Castle is a fully licensed castle wedding venue in County Kildare, offering an elegant and exclusive setting for civil, religious, and humanist wedding ceremonies and celebrations in Ireland.”
    Read the source for legal ceremony on site

  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Yes, Kilkea Castle offers licensed indoor and outdoor ceremony locations, allowing couples to host both their ceremony and wedding reception on site, creating a seamless and relaxed wedding day experience.”
    Read the source for outdoor ceremony

  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “Yes, Kilkea Castle offers elegant indoor ceremony and reception spaces, ensuring couples have a beautiful contingency plan in place regardless of weather conditions.”
    Read the source for indoor option if it rains

  • Religious ceremonies: Civil, religious and humanist

    “Yes, Kilkea Castle is a fully licensed castle wedding venue in County Kildare, offering an elegant and exclusive setting for civil, religious, and humanist wedding ceremonies and celebrations in Ireland.”
    Read the source for religious ceremonies

  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Yes, all weddings at Kilkea Castle include in-house catering, with menus created by the castle's culinary team.”
    Read the source for in-house catering

  • Dietary options: Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free

    “Yes, Kilkea Castle is experienced in catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary requirements.”
    Read the source for dietary options

  • Price: €211 to €316 per head

    “€211 per person Friday & Saturday”
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  • Included: VAT

    “Prices are inclusive of VAT, which is charged at the current rate of 13% on food and 23% on beverages.”
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  • Fireworks: Yes

    “Hundreds of guests were treated to a spectacular fireworks display and a special performance that had everyone on their feet by Irish tenor Ronan Tynan.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Yes, Kilkea Castle welcomes family-friendly weddings, and children's menu options can be arranged.”
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  • Nearest airport: DUB, 60 min by car

    “Kilkea Castle is located in County Kildare, approximately one hour from Dublin City Centre and Dublin Airport, making it easily accessible for local and international wedding guests.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Yes, Kilkea Castle provides ample free on-site parking for wedding guests, with convenient access to ceremony, reception, and accommodation areas.”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “Yes, we have accessible bedrooms and bathrooms at Kilkea Castle.”
    Read the source for step-free access

  • Guest transport: Yes

    “Yes, Kilkea Castle can arrange private transport to and from Dublin Airport upon request.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Yes, Kilkea Castle offers licensed indoor and outdoor ceremony locations, allowing couples to host both their ceremony and wedding reception on site, creating a seamless and relaxed wedding day experience.”
    Read the source for reception indoors

  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Yes, weather permitting, Kilkea Castle offers beautiful outdoor settings and gardens for wedding drinks receptions, providing stunning views of the castle and surrounding Kildare countryside.”
    Read the source for reception outdoors

  • Swimming pool: No

    “No, there is not a swimming pool at Kilkea Castle.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “Our 140 Bedroom Resort, set on 180 acres of landscaped gardens, ancient woodland and a meandering river, boasts several accommodation options to appeal to all tastes.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “One of Ireland's oldest inhabited castles, Kilkea Castle, is a hidden jewel just one hour from Dublin.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Yes, Kilkea Castle provides a dedicated wedding coordinator who will support couples throughout the planning journey and ensure the wedding day itself runs smoothly and effortlessly.”
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