Weddings

At Ballymaloe Grainstore
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Your Wedding Day

Set within the peaceful grounds of Ballymaloe, the Grainstore offers a rustic yet elegant venue for your wedding day.

Surrounded by 300 acres of countryside, gardens and woodland, our 17th-century converted Grainstore combines natural charm with warm, genuine hospitality.

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Wedding Celebrations

Discover the romance and rustic charm of Ballymaloe Grainstore, set against the serene beauty of the East Cork countryside and closely tied to the historic Ballymaloe House Hotel.

Our versatile venue offers an enchanting backdrop for both intimate and larger wedding celebrations. We are licensed to host civil ceremonies and marriage blessings either indoors or out in the gardens, giving you a seamless experience all in one place.

The Grainstore features a light-filled ground floor (263 m^2), a stunning mezzanine with a balcony (221 m^2 ) and a spacious front reception area.

  • Seated Dinner: Up to 160 guests
  • Civil Ceremony: Up to 280 guests
  • Standing Reception: Up to 400 guests
  • Intimate Ceremonies: The charming Carrigaun Room provides the perfect setting for smaller gatherings.

Venue Amenities

We provide everything needed for a smooth and exceptional wedding day:
  • Facilities: Spacious foyer, separate bar, fully equipped catering kitchen and a private sitting room.
  • Audio-Visual & Staging: Advanced AV system with a Sanyo PLC-XP100L digital projector, 4 x 6 m screen, theatre lighting rig and a hydraulic stage (adjustable to any height, expanding up to 7.3m wide by 3.5m deep).
  • Grounds & Accessibility: Beautiful grounds for wedding photos, changing art exhibitions, full wheelchair accessibility and free parking for your guests.
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Wedding Catering

Your wedding meal is catered directly by Ballymaloe House Hotel. Executive Head Chef Dervilla O'Flynn and her team craft farm-to-table menus using seasonal, locally sourced produce.

Guests can enjoy arrival canapés followed by a delectable 5-course meal in a space filled with natural light and views of the walled garden.

Hotel Accommodation

All 32 bedrooms at Ballymaloe House Hotel are beautifully appointed, each with a bespoke design and distinct character to offer guests an exclusive overnight experience.

Every room is individually named and decorated with quaint, floral-themed wallpapers that create a luxurious country feel. These thoughtful details carry through the furnishings, seamlessly marrying timeless elegance with modern comforts.

All rooms feature en-suite bathrooms, bathrobes, slippers, high-speed Wi-Fi and self-controlled heating and cooling systems.

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