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10 reasons why getting married in Carrigaline Court is an exceptional experience

Congratulations, you’re getting married!

You are about to embark on such an exciting journey as you start to plan this very special day and there’s nowhere better than in the heart of Carrigaline – here in Carrigaline Court Hotel. Whether you’re looking for the intimate or the grand, a civil ceremony or civil partnership, we’re here to make sure your wedding day is amazing and memorable.

To help you out, we have given you ten reasons why a wedding at the Carrigaline Court Hotel would make the perfect choice:

1. Weddings at the 4 star Carrigaline Court Hotel are romantic and most importantly tailored especially for you!

2. Our dedicated wedding specialist Sinead will be on hand throughout the entire planning of your special day. Sinead will ensure one of the most important days of your life flows seamlessly from start to finish. Sinead is great for recommending trusted suppliers such as photographers, celebrants, florists, wedding bands, cake makers and more.

3. Our hotel has individually tailored wedding packages to meet your every need, which can include the wedding ceremony, reception, evening entertainment, bedrooms for all your guests and most importantly a luxurious bridal suiteespecially for you!

4. No need for taxis – we have everything here under one roof. By having your wedding day at the Carrigaline Court, you can rest assured that your guests are totally relaxed without even having to worry about getting home or travelling to another venue! You, and your wedding party can just stroll upstairs where we have 91 bedrooms, accommodating any size wedding party.

5. We can cater from the intimate to the grand. Our beautiful licensed function rooms can cater for celebrations from between 20 to 250 guests, so possibilities are endless. The Alders Suite is hotel’s largest suite and has a private bar, dance floor, various lighting possibilities and luxurious decoration. The Bistro is ideal for wedding reception or a smaller wedding. It has a terrace so it’s also ideal for summer celebrations.

6. You and your bridesmaids can enjoy the bridal suite, making it easy and convenient to get ready during the day. You can have your hairstylist and makeup artist come to your room and don’t forget room service for lunch and that sneaky glass of fizz!

7. All the Brides who book their wedding day with us can also enjoy complimentary Pyjama Party prior to the wedding day with these wonderful perks:
• Overnight accommodation
• Bottle of Prosecco and Platter of Chocolate Dipped Strawberries in each room on arrival
• 2 bottles of House Wine in each room
• Platter of Fingerfood – served in the bedrooms or the bar at a time of your choice
• Movie night with popcorn & sweet treats
• Room service from Collins Bar to cater for your beverage throughout the night
• Selection of Snacks & Treats to enjoy during your movie

8.The hotel has its very own in-house Leisure Centre. It includes swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and steam room ideal to relax before or after the wedding.

9. Only 15 minutes from Cork. We are on ideal location, easy to get to from any direction and only a short drive to Cork City.

10. A wedding at the Carrigaline Court Hotel is a truly unique experience and whatever the season, we can provide that magical setting at an affordable price. We are taking bookings for weddings and looking forward to hearing from you!

Please call our dedicated wedding coordinator Sinead, on 021 4852 100 or email us at events@carrigcourt.com and we will advise you about our superb packages and facilities and work with you to create the wedding of your dreams!

Couples Summer Breaks in Carrigaline Court Hotel

Celebrate the start of another unforgettable summer with your other half by booking an amazing value luxury break. Enjoy overnight accommodation with complimentary access to the Leisure Centre and begin the next day with a delicious Full Irish breakfast and a complimentary dinner in The Bistro restaurant on the evening of your choice. Prices are based on 2 adults sharing for the month of June and include complimentary parking and wifi. We are looking forward to your visit!

Summer Fun For Families

Carrigaline Court Hotel & Leisure Centre is the perfect place to enjoy this summer offering entertainment for the whole family! Enjoy our great value summer family offer which includes accommodation with Full Irish Breakfast, a four-course dinner in The Bistro restaurant Carrigaline on the evening of your choice, complimentary access to the Leisure centre and CAMP ROCK Kid’s Club in July and August.

Our family package prices are as follows:

1 Night B&B: from €155
2 Nights B&B from €319
3 Nights B&B from €449

The CAMP ROCK Kids Club entertains children with supervised games, arts and crafts, Movie Night and themed fancy dress from 6.00pm each evening. Enjoy family friendly accommodation and service in the Carrigaline Court Hotel. We look forward to welcoming you!

The top reasons to get married in Cork Ireland

A lot of couples are wondering if they should have a wedding at home or abroad. What are the ups of getting married in Ireland and specifically Cork?

Weddings are a very personal affair and couples nowadays have options to style and customise their wedding as much as they like. Times of the traditional wedding are practically over and the sky is the limit. Budgets vary greatly but even with small money one can create a uniquely personal wedding celebration.

What you can do for your wedding

More and more couples think outside the box when it comes to their special day. The questions are: “What is important? What can be left out?” and even “Can we DIY something?” Above all when planning a wedding stay calm and do everything step by step.

Plan your wedding venue and make sure you enquire early so that it is available on your planned date. Everything is about management well in advance of the date. Planning can take anywhere between 1-3 years for some couples. No matter what happens Don’t Panic!

Why Cork?

Huffington post rates Cork as the top underrated cities in Eruope (out of 23!). That really says a lot. The warm welcomes you get in the south of Ireland and laid-back athmosphere are the ideal location for a perfect wedding. Food, music, art & style are at their peak in the south capital of Ireland.

As a county, Cork has countless sceneries to offer, that make it uniquely picturesque! The sea is never far and countless beaches, hills, woods and parks make it a fantastic destination. Very near Cork city lies the beautiful village of Crosshaven. Another history rich and picturesque town on the atlantic ocean is Kinsale. About 25 minutes from Cork city the town of Kinsale offers an ideal destination for a day trip.

Besides its many natural wonders Cork offers some of the top hospitality. From some of the best wedding hotels to stylish country houses and exclusive mansions everyone will find their unique and memorable wedding destination. The list of opportunities are endless.

Once you have settled on the ideal venue for you rest assured that Cork offers excellent wedding suppliers. Some of the top in the country! From amazing cakes to the best wedding band and a great photographer to capture the day you will find everything you desire to make your day truly special and unique!

What else & travelling in Cork

Cork is not only a destination for many outside visitors but also for many Irish people. The Irish Times describes that expats frequently return home to Cork and that it “is the equal of anywhere (beautiful) we’ve seen”.

A trip to West Cork is highly recommended. If you have enough time you can find many little gems of hidden and untouched landscape and beaches scattered across the spectacular coastline.

Cork city has many attractions to offer. When you are there don’t forget to see the English Market and try some good local food from one of the many stalls. The Queen of England herself visited it a few years ago.

And before we forget to add this. Cork has the best Chipper in the world: KC’s. Located in Douglas it is not your traditional fast food! But make sure you come early as the cues can get very very long especially on the weekend. And when you are there why not drop into Barry’s Pub for a drink or food? Highly recommended!

Have we conviced you yet? If you are looking for a hotel near Cork city to stay then get in touch with us today!

Enjoy Cork!

Top 10 Family Weekend Entertainments in Carrigaline & Cork

Family entertainment in Cork

With rays of sunshine coming out more often, everything looks brighter! There are also more activities and interesting things to do outdoors & indoors. Here is our top 10 pick to do while you are on family break here in Carrigaline:

Carrigaline-Crosshaven Pedestrian Walk:

Crosshaven is a scenic village, located a short drive from the hotel. Visit the beautiful Drake’s Pool and stroll along the estuary for several miles.

Horse-riding:

Families can take horse riding lessons in the neighboring Hitchmough’s Riding School or Maryville Stables.

Sailing in Crosshaven:

Enjoy sailing from Crosshaven, home to the Royal Cork Yacht Club, the oldest yacht club in the world. Carrigaline Court Hotel is near Crosshaven.

Camden Fort:

History lovers can take a tour of the local Camden Fort during Summer months. You can take stunning photos across Cork Harbour to Cobh in one direction, Spike island in an another and over to Roches Point light house in yet another direction. During the summer months you will find family fun days and some times the rooms are used for local events such as art exhibitions.

Fota Wildlife Park:

Enjoy discounted rates to Fota Wildlife Park, when booked through reception. The park is not like an ordinary zoo; there you can come face to face with free roaming animals & birds from all parts of the world.

The Jameson Distillery Midleton:

On this hour-long guided tour of the old Midleton distillery, you’ll learn about the distillation process, visit a restored 19th-century warehouse where Jameson is aged in oak casks and even have an opportunity to sample some of the finished product.

Kinsale:

Visit the medieval fishing port of Kinsale; one of the most picturesque, popular and historic towns on the south west coast of Ireland. If you are looking for Kinsale hotels, look no further than Carrigaline court hotel.

Blarney Castle:

A world landmark and one of Ireland’s greatest treasures. Enjoy beautiful views, experience gorgeous walk in nature & kiss the most famous stone of Ireland!

The Titanic Experience Cobh:

A permanent visitor centre, located in the original White Star Line Ticket Office in the centre of Cobh town in what was the departure point for the final 123 passengers who boarded the Titanic.

The English Market:

Fresh food shopping destination and, even more, an interesting cultural destination, just off the main shopping streets of central Cork City.

Christmas and New Years Breaks at the Carrigaline Court Hotel

This year we have a range of pre Christmas break, ideal for festive shopping breaks. At it’s not just about the shopping, this Christmas there are a range of concerts, pantos, carols taking place in Cork as well as the popular Cork Glow Festival to keep you and yours entertained. Click here to view our wide selection of breaks available at our Cork hotel.

We also have a selection of Christmas and New Years Breaks on offer…

Christmas 3 Night Festive Break from €169 per person sharing

Enjoy a relaxing three night relaxing break, to include 3 nights accommodation with full Irish Breakfast and a four course evening meal on an evening of your choice. The atmospheric Bistro Restaurant in Carrigaline serves evening meals each Saturday night. The restaurant is divided into five areas each with individual decor will leave a lasting impression. Collins Bar offers a relaxed environment to enjoy a drink and tasty bar food. The bright and airy setting is the perfect location to unwind. Live entertainment is available on selected evenings, please enquire at reception.

Rate Includes
-Complimentary WIFI
-Complimentary Parking
-Complimentary use of our Leisure Centre

Two night breaks are also available from €119 per person sharing and one night breaks from €89 per person sharing

New Years Festive Break 3 Night Festive Break from €219 per person sharing

When it comes to booking Carrigaline accommodation to celebrate the New Years festivities look no further than the Carrigaline Court Hotel. Ring in the New Year with us, where you will enjoy a delicious 4 course New Year’s Eve dinner in The Bistro followed by great entertainment in Collins Bar. Join us & our Resident DJ in ringing in the New Year we can guarantee you a night to remember.

Rate Includes
-Complimentary WIFI
-Complimentary Parking
-Complimentary use of our Leisure Centre
Min Stay: 1

Two night breaks are also available from €169 per person sharing and one night breaks from €119 per person sharing

All our Rates Includes Complimentary WIFI, Complimentary Car Parking and Complimentary use of our Leisure Centre

Wedding Showcase 2017 in Carrigaline Court Hotel

We had another absolutely fabulous Wedding Showcase! This September we welcomed a wide variety of Ireland’s wedding suppliers. We also had a pair of sparkling Jimmy Choo-s & a very special guest – Daily Diva! Let us “talk” you through!

On September 14^th 2017 our Wedding suite was fully set up and decorated to welcome all recently engaged couples and suppliers. From room decorators, photographers, bakers to musicians and even a prosecco van, they all were part of our colourful and exciting Wedding platform.

Check out the list of all respected Cork wedding suppliers:

Wonderous Weddings – Room Décor

Ever After Vintage – Room Decor

Rose Gowan – Photographer

Bismarks – Photographer

John Berry – Cork Wedding Photography

Spotlight Events – Wedding Bands

Carrig Photos – Photographer

Bouquets By Victoria- Florist

Fiona Kennedy – Wedding Music

East Cork Wedding Cars – Wedding Car

A Touch of Class- Jewellery

Cakeland by Anita – Wedding Cakes

Baker Boy Cakes – Wedding Cakes

Cakes By Ruth – Wedding Cakes

Groove Collective – Wedding Band

Cherub Couture -Wedding Cakes

Brides of Eire – Wedding Dresses

Diamond Bridal – Wedding Dresses

Lovely Bubby – Prosecco Van

Imagination Attic – Wedding Invites

The Alders Suite

Our luxury wedding venue The Alders Suite is positioned in the heart of Carrigaline town, just a 15 minute drive from Cork City Centre. With a strong reputation for impeccable standards, unrivalled service and delectable cuisine, we endeavour to ensure that our couple’s special day is magical!

This was another wonderful day for us and all our suppliers and guests!

Carrigaline Court’s The Alders Suite awarded The Best Picturesque Venue 2017

We are more than thrilled that the Carrigaline Court Hotel has been awarded this year for the best picturesque venue by RSVP Magazine, the magazine which is part of Northpoint Consulting Ltd, one of Ireland’s leading media companies.

It is a great honor to receive this award for our venue which caters for more that 300 people. Our picturesque ballroom is enhanced with dazzling chandeliers, luxurious furnishings and a variety of lighting options. There is a winning combination of elegance and opulence with exquisite table settings. This room is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression.

This highly coveted award is the reflection of the quality and commitment that our Hotel and the team provide to ensure that couples achieve their dream Wedding day!

We are delighted that it has been another amazing and successful year! So if you are recently engaged and looking for the perfect wedding venue, why not come along and see what we offer. Get in touch with our Weddings coordinator Sinead to arrange the viewing of our Alders Suite – Call us at 021 4852 100.

Peek into Sarah & Vincents Wedding in Carrigaline Court

This summer has been very busy with many wedding receptions here at Carrigaline Court Hotel. We have hosted various themes and different styles, but they all have 1 thing in common – they did it!

Here is the preview Sarah & Vincent’s wonderful wedding day we had an honour to host.

What did Bride & Groom say about us?

“Had my wedding reception here on Saturday and what can I say! Staff were brilliant. Very attentive and obliging. The food was fantastic too! The venue was the best we possibly could have picked. The suite was absolutely beautiful and we just had an unbelievable time there. Thank you so much to Sinead and Barry and everyone else there, I would highly recommend people to go here!” Sarah & Vincent, July 2017