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Ancient woodlands… fairy-tale castles… frenzied coastlines…
and plenty of party spirit makes Ireland a fool-proof destination for romance
and weddings.
And if you’ve been seduced by the magic of the Emerald Isle, and you’re on the lookout for your perfect wedding venue, then you’re in the right place.
Here you’ll discover one of Ireland’s most enchanting settings for tying the knot in the super-popular County Mayo. And 5 surprising reasons why you’ll love it.
Hidden away on a private 7-acre estate in Co. Mayo and surrounded by 300-year-old woodlands, Westport Woods is a spectacular 4-starwedding venue.
With expert wedding planners, unique romantic touches and delicious
food, and not to mention the jaw-dropping scenery… we think it’s the ideal
location for an unforgettable wedding in Ireland.
Let’s break it down.
The hotel estate is surrounded by private woodlands, a glittering lake, and sits on the banks of the Carrowbeg River. With beautiful gardens on-site and incredible beaches only a short drive away, this venue really does tick all the boxes when it comes to dream wedding locations.
Want to know what it feels like to get married here?
Imagine walking to your ceremony through an ancient unspoiled
woodland… with twinkling candles to guide your way. And if you’re looking for a
whimsical setting with rustic touches and a few indoor comforts, then a wedding
in the Secret Woodland is one option that could be perfect for you.
Or… (If you’d like something a bit grander),
You can get married in one of the elegant receptions rooms the hotel has to offer. Walk down a red-carpet lined aisle in the bright and decadently decorated Lakeview Room or Mulberry Suite… followed by a champagne reception held under tree canopies sparkling with fairy lights.
How romantic is that?
There are many options available to you on your preferred
type of ceremony including civil, humanist and spiritual weddings. Humanist and
spiritual wedding ceremonies can be conducted indoors or outdoors 7 days a
week. And with only one wedding per day GUARANTEED, you can rely
on your special day being perfect no matter what you choose, because with full flexibility
to adapt and swap venues in case of any unforeseen events – such as poor
weather for a planned outdoor wedding (because it is Ireland after all) – you won’t
have any sleepless nights worrying you’ll be more drowned rat than blushing
bride!
Does the thought of planning your wedding freak you out?
Do you wish your fairy godmother would wave her magic wand and Ta-dah! the wedding of your dreams would miraculously appear in a puff of confetti-filled smoke?
Ok, Westport Woods can’t do that.
But they do have a dedicated
wedding co-ordinator who will work with you from start to finish to get as
close to ‘that’ as they can by working with the hotel’s list of trusted
suppliers to deliver your perfect day including:
Plus on the big itself, your wedding co-ordinator will be on
hand to oversee all the logistics and last minute dramas… to make sure everything goes
smoothly.
Phew! No fairy godmothers
needed after all.
Are you a couple who love good food?
And even if you’re not massive foodies, you’ll no doubt be looking to delight your guests with some delicious delicacies on your big day.
(We’ve all got a horror story from a wedding with a dodgy buffet or canteen catering… and you don’t want that to be YOUR wedding).
Fortunately, Westport Woods is proud to showcase artisan
food using the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, and Head Chef Rosario Dias
designs stunning wedding menus centred around the incredible produce available
from the nearby land and sea… and cooks it all fresh on-site.
No airplane-style food disasters here!
Pair the food with beers from the local Mescan Brewery
located in the heart of Westport and the award-winning Gun Powder Gin from
Drumshambo and you’ll be guaranteed an unforgettably Irish-inspired gourmet celebration.
And if prefer big portions to fine dining?
That’s fine too! For something a bit more chunky and characterful, the hotel also has a chip shop available for hire, serving traditional fish and chips, succulent burgers, crispy battered onion rings and fluffy chips… it’s impossible to not like that.
Do you remember as a kid… when you just didn’t want to go
home yet.. and you’d be pleading with your mum, “Just 5 more minutes, pleaaaaassssssssssssssse!”
Yep, that doesn't change when you grow up.
And sometimes a one-day celebration just isn’t enough!
So how about doing this instead?
We all know that person… the last to leave the party… the one who is still there when you’re making
breakfast at 10am the next morning.
And we love them.
But if you’ve got guests travelling from far and wide then
you’re going to have to think about accommodation beyond your sofa or your guest
room.
Which obvs makes a hotel the perfect venue!
Not only does it provide the comfort and convenience of not
having to find a room in an unfamiliar town or country, it also means that you
won’t need to worry about arranging transport to and from the venue.
The tasteful and elegant rooms at Westport Woods Hotel &Spa all look out onto the 300-year-old woods which surround the hotel and have
all the amenities you’d expect of a four-star accommodation. With access to the
indoor swimming pool, hot tub, spa and wellness centre they’re perfect for
relaxing both pre- and post-celebrations.
Plus wedding guests get special prices.
And as the newlywed couple you'll also be incredibly well looked after during their stay here, including complimentary use of the gorgeous Bridal Suite for the night of the wedding. Beautifully decorated and with plenty of romantic touches it’s the perfect love nest for sharing your first night together as a married couple.
There are many reasons why Westport Woods in County Mayo is one of our favourite wedding venues in Ireland including:
But for us it has to be the innate romance of Ireland's natural beauty that really makes this place unique and special.
Who wouldn't want their wedding day blessed with a little Irish magic and luck?
