Enchanting Waterside Weddings: Your Dream Day at Our Lakeside Venue

Have you always dreamed of your wedding day? Have you pictured a long white dress, magnificent food and a luxurious wedding venue set against the picturesque Blessington Lakes? If you have, Tulfarris Hotel’s Wicklow wedding venue can make your dreams come true. Our fairytale lakeside wedding venue in Ireland has all of the ingredients for the perfect wedding day; a beautiful setting, excellent food and friendly, helpful staff, always. Our attention to detail is second to none and nothing is too much to ask. Contact our dedicated wedding and events coordinator to find out more about hosting your wedding in our luxury Wicklow wedding venue.

Our Beautiful Ballroom

Tulfarris Hotel's former wedding space has undergone an extensive renovation in the past year. What was once the Russborough Suite is now a luxury ballroom with timeless style and all of the elegance your big day deserves. Our new ballroom is glamorous, comfortable, and customisable to fit the size and shape of your celebration. After you say your vows here, or on our magnificent outdoor terrace with lake and golf course views, the room transforms into the ideal banqueting suite, and later a place to party with your nearest and dearest. Our standard set-up includes the use of our elegant Chiavari chairs and candelabras, crystal chandeliers and verandas overlooking the picturesque lakes and mountains surrounding the resort. It’s a dream setting for your dream wedding.

A Meal to Remember

One of the first things we ask about weddings is how was the food. Food can create a lasting memory for the couple and their guests which can be good or bad. The last thing you want on the happiest day of your life is a bland wedding menu! Our Head Chef Eddie McDermott and his culinary team have carefully curated several wedding packages filled with culinary delights which are accompanied by fine wines. We pride ourselves on using only the finest, freshest, locally sourced ingredients wherever possible and our menus are seasonal. When you choose the A La Carte wedding package you’ll choose from a selection of starters, soups, sorbets, main courses, and desserts, all with our chef’s signature style. We are also happy to make amendments and create a bespoke meal to suit you.

The Little Extras

Often it’s the little things that help a wedding stand out. Far from a formulaic hotel wedding, Tulfarris offer our couples a complete wedding experience, taking care of everything from start to finish. We can facilitate lots of extras within our ballroom space and using our outdoor terrace. If you are lucky enough to have good weather, you can say your vows overlooking the beautiful lakes and landscape on the veranda. We can help you set up outdoor games, a photoshoot space and anything else you can think of. At your wedding celebration, we have had dessert and sweet tables, photo booths, flower walls, dress-up stations and so much more. At the end of the evening, mark your special occasion with a fireworks display against the stunning backdrop of the surrounding lakes – we can’t think of anything more romantic.

Manor House Accommodation

Imagine getting ready and having photos taken in an authentic, refurbished 18th-century manor house. Just 100 metres from the hotel, the manor stands proudly, overlooking the golf course and lakes beyond. Each room in this beautiful house is uniquely decorated in keeping with the theme of native flora and fauna. There are seven bedrooms, ideal for close family and friends, individually designed with stunning views across the Blessington lakes and Wicklow mountains. The opulent reception rooms and library boast open fires, heavy drapes, and luxurious furnishings, ideal for your drinks reception or a private party the day after your wedding. We offer exclusive use of our manor house with limited availability. Overflow guest rooms are available in the main hotel which has 89 deluxe bedrooms.

Make the most of our 200-acre estate and hundreds of photo opportunities with a chauffeured golf buggy to get you where you’re going in style.  Contact our talented wedding and events management team to find out more about our luxury wedding venue in Wicklow and our packages to suit all shapes and sizes of celebration.

What makes the perfect wedding venue: Manor House and glamorous Ballroom

What makes the perfect wedding venue?

Do you already know what kind of place you’d like to get married? Or are you just starting your planning with a completely blank slate? Making these big decisions can be stressful but with the help of your future spouse, it should be a fun and rewarding experience. Most important of all, it has to be perfect for both of you. Our hotel wedding venue in Wicklow ticks all of the boxes for a wedding ceremony and reception venue. Contact us to find out more or follow our simple guide for picking the perfect wedding venue in Ireland.

The Setting

Far from a formulaic hotel wedding, Tulfarris offers the entire experience to couples and their guests, so your wedding stands out from the crowd. If you want a truly special, personalised, and intimate wedding experience, our Manor House is ideal. We can accommodate up to 14 people in 7 individually decorated bedrooms and accommodate wedding celebrations and meals in the three reception rooms. The hotel is surrounded by acres of greenery, trees, wildlife, the beautiful Blessington Lakes and more, ideal to set the scene with a romantic natural backdrop for your big day. If your wedding is larger, our ballroom in the main hotel is ideal with pre- or post-wedding day exclusive hire of the Georgian manor house.

The Room

Aside from the background, which in Tulfarris is truly amazing, one thing that sets the scene for the perfect wedding day is the room in which the celebration takes place. You want your room to be glamorous, comfortable, and spacious for all of your guests no matter how big your wedding party. You’ll want everything to be perfect from the colour of the walls to the table settings with perfect attention to detail. Tulfarris Hotel has recently undergone an extensive renovation including a newly designed and decorated ballroom, ideal for weddings. It’s a bright, contemporary and elegant space, customisable to any size or shape of wedding. Our standard set-up includes the use of our elegant Chiavari chairs and candelabras, crystal chandeliers and verandas overlooking the picturesque lakes and mountains surrounding the resort.

The Location

When deciding where to get married, it can be easy to forget how far family and friends need to travel to get to where you’ve chosen. You’ll want to pick a location that’s not only beautiful but easy to get to, especially for guests with a long way to come. Tulfarris Hotel is located on the banks of the beautiful Blessington Lakes, a 10-minute drive from Blessington Village. The hotel is set against the backdrop of the Wicklow mountains, yet only 45 minutes drive from Dublin. We offer complimentary car parking on the grounds of the hotel and can help your guests to arrange taxis so getting home the next day is easy.

The Team

The venue can be as beautiful as a fairytale, but the service is where a dream wedding venue stands out. You’ll want support and service from a professional team who are always there but never in the way. From check-in to check-out, Tulfarris wedding venue in Wicklow have a team of dedicated, friendly staff to cater to your every need. Your first enquiry will be with one of our dedicated wedding planning team who has helped to organise dozens of weddings each year. You can contact us as often as you need to and there is no such thing as an obvious or silly question. Our well-trained bar and restaurant servers have worked weddings of all shapes and sizes and offer professional, friendly service from the canopies to the dessert and beyond.

Prepared for Anything

While we know the dream is to host a wedding ceremony outdoors under a gazebo of flowers surrounded by all of your friends, we know that Irish weather doesn’t always cooperate. If the forecast is fine, we can set up your outdoor wedding ceremony just like you dreamed. If it threatens to rain, we can quickly pivot and move your ceremony and celebration indoors to our beautiful ballroom where you can still enjoy the natural backdrop.

If you’d like to experience our Wicklow wedding venue for yourself, call our team to arrange a show around. We can show you in person why Tulfarris Hotel is an excellent place for your wedding ceremony and wedding reception in Wicklow.

Top Tips for A Winter Wedding

Winter weddings are truly magical and romantic, especially when you choose the right venue.However, there are a few inevitable issues when you’re holding your wedding during the darkermonths. Bad weather, low lighting, and cold guests to name a few! Choosing the right wedding venuein Ireland is key to a successful winter wedding. Tulfarris is a winter wedding venue in Wicklow that isperfect for all seasons. Here are some handy tips to plan the perfect winter wedding.

One Venue

If it's possible, have your ceremony & reception in one venue. This will make transport easier in caseof bad weather and your guests can relax during the day instead of worrying about getting from A toB. Tulfarris is a flexible, accommodating wedding venue in Wicklow, set against the beautifulbackdrop of the Blessington Lakes and the Wicklow Mountains so you won’t have far to travel forwinter wonderland outdoor shots. You can host your wedding ceremony and reception in Tulfarris.

Prioritise Warmth

We all know how cold Irish winters can be, not to mention the rain and wind that go with them.Prioritise warmth during your wedding, ensuring you're as cosy as possible throughout the day. Ifyour dress is long, you can wear thick tights and boots underneath without ruining the glamour.Don’t forget your bridesmaids too. Have cover-ups or gilets and ensure they’re not outdoors for toolong taking pictures. Blue hands will not look good in your wedding album!

Beauty Prep for Bride & Groom

Chapped lips and dry skin are inevitable come winter. Prepare your skin and hair for the weatherweeks in advance of your big day. Look after your skin with a good moisturiser before your weddingand don’t forget SPF – yes, even in Winter! Book yourself in for a full body scrub and a moisturisingfacial a couple of weeks before your big day to ensure you are photo ready and your skin will glow inyour wedding photos. Bring a Chapstick or lip balm in your bag or pocket so when you say ‘I Do’, yourlips are ready for the most important kiss of your life.

Make your Wedding Cosy

It may be cold outside, but you want your guests to feel warm and comfortable at your wedding. Use the season as an excuse to bring warm cosy colours and moods into your wedding. Choose winter wedding favours, embrace winter wedding colour schemes, and make use of any Christmas decorations already in place in your venue. It will be dark quite early so embrace it with lots of romantic candlelight in both your ceremony and reception space. Add extra warm touches like a mulled wine or hot chocolate reception for your guests especially as they arrive in from the cold. Your wedding menu should also embrace the season. You could opt for a full Christmas dinner with all of the trimmings or choose an earthy menu that reflects food and drink that are in season. Work with your planner to balance your taste and the season.

Winter Wedding Photography

Hiring an experienced, professional photographer will make a huge difference to the quality of your wedding photography. In winter it gets dark much earlier and you’ll want to make the most of the little light you have. A professional will know where and when is best to shoot and make use of light and shadow to create a look you’ll love. Taking portraits before your ceremony is often a good idea in Winter. Have nice umbrellas on standby for outdoor wedding photographs. These don't have to be fancy; simple black umbrellas create a great contrast to a white dress.

Extra Travel Time

Give your guests, suppliers, and the couple themselves a warning about extra travel time due to inclement weather, especially if they are travelling a longer distance. Remember it will take longer to do everything including walking from Tulfarris Manor House to the main hotel if it’s raining – but we will be there with a golf cart to help! Don’t leave your other half waiting at the altar on your wedding day. Plan well and you’ll make it to the venue on time.

Book a show around Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort as your winter wedding venue in Wicklow. We’re looking forward to playing a small part in your big day.