Markree Castle Hotel

From the moment we walked into the castle on our first viewing we knew we wanted to get married at Markree not only because it's a beautiful venue but because of all the care and attention we received from our very first meeting.

The castle was immaculate and still has its original features, although it is very grand it still has a homely feel to it. All our guests' breath was taken away when they drove up the driveway to see the castle. It is an exclusive use of the venue with 31 rooms for guests.

It was some of the best food we ever had. Many of the guests, especially the English and American crowd could not get over the food and said the beef especially was the best they have ever tasted.

As a vegetarian I was so impressed with what was on offer for us and our vegan guests, we were really thought of and again the food was divine.


There is a great selection of wedding packages to suit all budgets, our package was incredibly great value for what you get.

All our guests were blown out of the water with the excellent service they received as soon as they walked in up until they left. All the staff were so pleasant, professional and went above and beyond to ensure everyone was looked after and seen to.


Deirdre, Nicholas and the Team were fantastic and kept the day flowing and moving smoothly. They really did treat us and our guests like VIP’s.


If you are considering Markree Castle as a wedding venue then look no further, as you've found it!

We could not rate Markree Castle, and the entire team, highly enough. From our first visit, to every subsequent interaction, we found the team to be helpful, warm and flexible. We were blown away by the Castle and its surroundings when we first visited, and were lucky enough to enjoy a stay in the castle before our big day. Everything was incredible - the food, the warm welcome, the friendly staff, the package offerings and the versatility of the venue. All our guests commented on how beautiful the setting was and how incredible the food was. Our wedding day was so relaxed and the staff went above and beyond to make sure everyone enjoyed the day.

The entire staff at Markree was incredible.and helped to make our daughter’s wedding a wonderful event. One of our guests was sick on the wedding day and the staff not only helped find medical care but also served each dinner course to their room at the same time the guests were enjoying it in the dining room. Thank you, Markree, for your care and attention to detail. I would highly recommend this venue.

We got married in Markree Castle in June 2023, and we can’t say enough about the venue itself and also the staff, who are the epitome of professionalism at all levels. We had our ceremony at the castle, and we were lucky enough to be able to have it outside which was absolutely stunning. The staff were seamless in the level of service provided, and all our guests commented on how attentive and professional they were. Markree is a truly unique and beautiful venue, from the interior of the castle and the various areas and bedrooms, to the exterior entrance area and gardens. The food was fabulous as well, and that includes the canapés too which were served during the reception.

Overall, we can’t recommend Markree Castle enough and really just want to thank Deirdre, Nicholas, Alex and all the staff for making our day so special!! x

We had our eye set on the castle ever since our first stay here a few years ago, the moment we walked into the chapel we knew it would be the place for us. Markree is a truly magical place, but what makes it special is of course the people that work there. Deirdre, Nicholas and the team have made it the easiest and most relaxing planning process of organizing the event and the day itself went smoothly and very enjoyable. I don't think we had one word of dissatisfaction or complaint from anyone. Everything from the welcome, the venue, the grounds, the food - was perfect. Each member of staff was absolutely great and made us feel at home. Thank you for making our special day fabulous and being there with us!

We got married here in May. Perfection sums it up best for us.

The setting really is incredible. It blows you away while maintaining a charm, warmth, and intimacy that really make it special.
We love a good castle stay in general, but there's no denying the air of stuffiness you sometimes encounter. I can't put my finger on why, but this is simply not the case with Markree.
We had a fairytale wedding, while at no point feeling the dreaded onset of having "notions".

A special mention to the Markree team, who were amazing in the build-up and on the day itself. This no doubt contributed to the atmosphere described above.

In summary, many of our guests said it was the best wedding they were ever at; great craic and the best food they'd ever had at a wedding. We could tell they were being genuine and not offering a token compliment. At the end of the day, what more can you want from your big day?

We look forward to staying there again as soon as there is availability!

Our wedding was on the 22nd February 2023,we had the most amazing day.
Deirdre & Nicolas can't do enough to help with making your special day perfect.
The food was amazing, our guest said the food was top notch.
The Venue/Castle is the most beautiful castle ,you will be spoiled for choice with your wedding photos.
It is the most relaxed atmosphere and the staff are amazing.
We can't wait to get another chance to go back to Markree Castle for a night.
You will most definitely not ne disappointed if you and your husband to be are thinking of having your wedding there.
It's definitely not your traditional style wedding venue.
We look forward to returning very soon or maybe if we are lucky to get a chance we can celebrate our wedding anniversary next year at Markree castle.
Our guests have said over and over it's the most amazing place for a wedding .
Our wedding was a small wedding of 90 guest and it was just perfect.
Thank you again to everyone at Markree castle. ????

We got married in Markree in late January. Our experience from our first visit to our last was exceptional. On our first visit Deirdre showed us around the exquisite hotel , answering any questions we had. All interaction between then and our wedding was top drawer and we were never left waiting long for any answers to questions we may of had..
On our wedding day Deirdre ,Nicolas and the entire team really left no stone unturned for us. The wedding room was exactly how we had asked and planned , the canape reception for our guests was absolutely top class. The food for our meal was unreal and all our guests still talk about how great the food and venue was.
The accommodation side of the hotel is unbelievable also, everything was perfect and comfortable.
We really can't recommend Markree Castle enough, along with its unique appearance, Deirdre and Nicolas heading it up and their fabulous staff, the place is fantastic. Thank you to all for the most memorable day! ????

We had the best day and all staff were so helpful and lovely. Nothing was a problem, especially the day after the wedding when my Dad was unwell, the staff were supportive and so kind. We had the best day.

There aren't enough stars to give Markree Castle as a wedding venue! Our expectations were surpassed at every stage! From the first day we visited we were so well looked after. Deirdre was a dream to deal with so prompt in our interactions, giving stellar advice and so warm and friendly. The day ran like clockwork ..the venue was stunning, service so diligent and food exceptional. We had an amazing day but it was all the more enjoyable to hear how much our guests enjoyed it ! I only wish I could do it all over again.

We had the most incredible wedding day at Markree Castle, it is a beautiful venue and we couldn't recommend it more. The food is amazing and there are so many options to chose from it really caters to all tastes. Deirdre and Helena made all of the planning so easy and ensured every detail was thought of on the day - all in the most lovely, helpful manner. The whole team in Markree are so friendly and professional, all of our friends and family felt at home there.

We could not be happier with their support and guidance from start to finish. Every query was answered quickly and everything we planned and hoped for was delivered on the day. All guests were looked after on the day including ourselves and everyone had only praise for the service.

A special appreciation for Deirdre (leading up to the day) and Helena (leading up and on the day). Both were incredible, professional, supportive and made us feel at ease and helped the day go smoothly.

I would have no reservations recommending Markree as a wedding venue, it makes for the most picturesque and memorable day.

Markree Castle is the most magical venue - we could not have been happier! It was the perfect setting for our romantic fairytale wedding. Deirdre, Nicholas, and the rest of the staff are so helpful and warm - we felt at-home right away.

We rented the castle for 3 nights - arriving for the rehearsal dinner the night before the wedding and leaving 2 days after the wedding. It was so wonderful to wake up on the morning already where we needed to be, and to be able to go back to our room whenever needed. Plus, the wedding day goes by so fast - we loved having the full day after to relax and enjoy the castle / chat to our guests. (We hosted a murder-mystery game the day after - would definitely recommend that, the setting made it so special!)

One of our favorite things about Markree is that there are so many cozy rooms / sitting areas where you can enjoy a chat with a smaller group. It may seem like a small thing, but we've been to a lot of weddings this year, and this is something we found ourselves wishing for at all of them.

We chose the WB Yeats package - all of the food was delicious. The bartender/s made excellent cocktails throughout our time there. The late night food in the butler's pantry was delightful - everyone loved it and are still talking about it. For our ceremony, we did initially plan to have it outside, but the wind and rain prevented us. That was totally fine though, because Markree's chapel was a gorgeous alternative. Plus, the day after was sunny and beautiful, so we got to enjoy the grounds anyway.

It's been a few months now, and we're still reminiscing about the wedding and the castle. We're still receiving compliments from our guests on how amazing the wedding was - truly in great part to the venue. Thank you so much, Markree, we will certainly be back to visit

Markree Castle is just a fantastic place to get married. It was definitely my fairy tale come true. The team at Markree Castle are fantastic and you will not be disappointed . Thank you Markree x

In June, I finally had the wedding I’ve been dreaming of for three years thanks to COVID postponing it twice. The castle was breathtaking, the bridal suite amazing (I definitely want to stay there again!!), the food delectable, and the wedding coordinators truly superheroes for being so accommodating and helpful when I needed recommendations for cake, hair and makeup, you name it. The day of was so relaxing, they took care of all my needs, and I wish I could do it all over again. You can’t go wrong having an event here. I’ll be talking about this day and experience with everyone for the next few years. I hope I can come back to celebrate an anniversary!

Deirdre and Nicholas were exceptional, and made our wedding day a dream come true. The whole team at Markree went above and beyond to make us and our guests feel special. Markree is not just another wedding venue, it is an entire experience, and having access to the exclusive grounds felt like we were living in a dream world for 2 days.

We choose to have a welcome dinner the night before our wedding, and to be on site the morning of. Nicholas was so professional on our day, and has a special calmness and soothing personality that was much appreciated and helped me feel relaxed on my wedding day. Deirdre is just so wonderful and charming to work with, and her and the team were alway timely with correspondence, and to answer all our questions. The entire staff were exceptional, friendly, funny, professional, and most welcoming. Honestly, chatting with them during our stay felt like we'd been friends for a long time.

We planned our wedding from the states, and Deirdre accommodated the time difference to attend Zoom calls, helped us visualize the planning, accommodated special requests to make our day more personal, and helped outline the days events to accommodate the timeline of the day which was very helpful especially since we had 70+ guest traveling that had no idea what to expect from an Irish wedding.

The food, OMG when I say it was phenomenal I really mean it, and our guests are still raving about it, and we heard on many occasions that it was "the BEST WEDDING they've ever attended." We chose the W.B. Yeats Package and it was amazing. I really appreciated on the day as my husband and I were doing photos the staff made an effort to bring us plates of food from the drinks reception so we wouldn't miss out on the deliciousness.

And when I say we utilized every room and space in the castle we did! We had our ceremony in the forrest (very romantic), drinks reception on the patio, speeches on the main staircase, dinner in the dining room, first dance in the courtyard, and then danced the night away in the ballroom downstairs.

I cannot recommend Markree enough, and want to thank the entire staff for making our wedding so special!!!!!

We truly had the best wedding at Markree Castle and we couldn’t recommend it highly enough. From the first time we met Deirdre, when we were looking at venues, she was so welcoming and we knew we were in the best hands. She was always there to offer advice and help in planning not only the wedding day, but the evening before.

But it wasn’t just Deirdre who is amazing, everyone at Markree - Nicholas, all the waiting & bar staff and the cleaners - everyone was so amazing and gave us such a warm welcome. They made us and our guests feel so special and at home. Everyone was raving about the food and the service. They have an awesome team.

Thanks Markree for helping us to have an unforgettable wedding.

We had the most incredible experience at Markree for our summer wedding! The venue is stunning - straight out of a fairytale. Deirdre, Nicholas, and the entire staff were exceptional. The food was fantastic and the service was impeccable. We cannot recommend Markree highly enough!

We had an Irish/US wedding at markree and it was absolutely fantastic! Deirdre and Nicholas and all the staff were 5 star service from day 1! A very exclusive atmosphere at the castle yet a very warm and welcome atmosphere which you usually don’t get at castles. Without doubt the most elegant of castles in Ireland and a treasure for the northwest!

What can we say, a truly amazing venue and all the staff made our wedding day so special. Everything was fantastic and so well organized from start to finish. The food on the day was perfectly cooked from starters to dessert and right through to breakfast the following morning. Every guest was amazed by the venue and we couldn't recommend highly enough.

Incredible venue in every way. We loved it. Deirdre was so helpful in the lead up to the day. The castle itself is beautiful. Would highly recommend.

We had the most magical time celebrating our wedding in markree castle , the professionalism from all members of staff was exceptional, we all felt so at home , it was such a relaxed atmosphere and nothing was too much to ask for. So thank you Nicholas and your amazing team for given us the best day of of lives.

What a fantastic venue. Deirdre, Nicholas and all the team were just amazing. Everything was perfect on our wedding day. We would highly recommend this venue for your wedding day.

Deidre Nicholas and the whole Markree team made our day the day we had always dreamt of. The whole team were so professional and helpful. No request or question was too much and the attention to detail on the Day was 100%. Markree castle really is the place of dreams and we would nearly get married again just so we could experience it all over once more. The grounds are just spectacular and each and every guest within the castle truly loved the experience. The Queen of the Castle herself Roisin, The Castle wolfhound was only too willing to be our ring bearer and combined with the chapel with stain glass windows made it even more magical on a bright spring day. Overall our experience was more than words can explain and would recommend to anyone. Eugene & Phil Hegarty-Reidy

Couldn't recommend more. Really easy to work with and very responsive when organising the day. Staff, food and venue all incredible.

It was the perfect day from start to finish and the whole experience of Markree Castle was like a fairytale. Right from the beginning Deirdre and the team were nothing but helpful and so responsive to every email (the many emails haha!) After every call we felt so relaxed and never had anything to worry about. The entire day was so professional but yet so personal. I’ll never forget walking out from the Billiard room to all the staff lined out clapping for us. A class touch! We were made feel so welcome from moment we arrived in the morning to get ready and it was just such a special venue and experience. Everything was first class from the food, staff, service, rooms and how it was all set up. The organisation was unbelievable and they truly run an amazing operation. We will never forget the day and can’t recommend Markree highly enough.

After having to postpone from June 2021 we luckily had our wedding on a Sunday in November 2021. We really wanted to show our guests, who were mostly attending from abroad, some real Irish hospitality and 5 star service and thats exactly what we got. Even tough there were four weddings on the same weekend as us, Deirdre, Nicolas and all the staff made us feel very special on the day and they are extremely calm under pressure. If you have your wedding here, you will not be disappointed, everything is pretty perfect about the venue the service.

Absolutely Incredible Venue with the most attentive staff and beautiful food. Deidre and Nicholas went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly on the day. We had the most amazing wedding day in Markree Castle and could not recomend this place enough.

My husband and I got married at Markree Castle in August 2021. He is Irish and I am American so when we got engaged on New Years 2020, we decided that the best way to get our families together was to have a destination wedding in Ireland. After a lot of research we came up with a short list of venues (including Markree Castle) that we would like to visit to be able to choose one for our wedding. Unfortunately Covid happened and we were unable to make the trip to see the venues before we had to choose one. We were seriously considering some of the more well known venues in Ireland but eventually we settled on Markree because it had everything we were looking for, i.e. beauty, onsite accommodations, availability for private hire, easy to get to from airport, uniqueness, stunning dining and cocktail areas, etc. But what really helped me feel comfortable with booking Markree as our venue site unseen was Deirdre. From the very beginning she went above and beyond to answer all of our questions and make us feel comfortable with our decisions. She was super responsive and even took and sent video walk throughs of the castle so we could see everything without actually being there. She was so patient and kind throughout the entire process and helped me navigate all the covid stress and regulations that came with getting married in 2021. Our wedding day turned out to be everything we could have dreamed of and more. Markree is a stunning venue that feels very grand as it is an authentic castle but also feels very comfortable when filled with your family and friends. Each guest room is unique and have all been redone to the highest standard. We got married in the chapel which is a true gem. Its stain glass windows and wooden pews look equally beautiful in the pictures as it does in real life and the relatively small size fit our reduced number of guests perfectly and made the whole ceremony feel really warm and intimate. The food is served restaurant style from a set menu that you choose before and was delicious. Some of the best food I’ve ever had at a wedding. My father has a very serious food allergy and they were able to accommodate his needs separately from the fixed menu which he really appreciated. We have to say a huge thank you to Deirdre and her husband Nicolas and every single one of the staff at Markree. They are phenomenal and go out of their way to make each guest feel welcome and keep the event running smoothly. Deidre and her husband Nicolas were such a joy to work with and are a true credit to their profession. We loved every minute of our wedding and can’t wait to come back and visit.

Markree Castle was our dream wedding venue from the moment we got engaged and it did not disappoint! Every element of this venue is perfection! The castle is breath taking and exclusive for couples on their special day. The staff could not be more helpful, particularly Deirdre who was incredible to work with, such attention to detail and ensured everything ran smoothly on the day. The food, which was so important to us, was outstanding and the chef Lee was so flexible in producing our perfect wedding menu. We could not praise this venue and team highly enough! Thank you for making our day so special!

Outstanding. A simple no fuss wedding day. The castle itself is beautiful and needs little or no embellishments on the day. Deirdre and Nicholas are professional in all they do, and despite all the madness a covid wedding brings, their skills in this area allowed everything to flow smoothly. We cannot recommend this venue and its staff enough. The food was delicious. Service top class!

We got married in Markree in June and it was just perfect from start to finish. Deirdre made everything so easy, there were never any issues or trouble with anything we asked for. This flexibility made our planning stress free. We knew everything in advance everything was documented and the relaxed professionalism with which it was organised was just amazing. I cannot say enough good things about the venue it is just fantastic as were the staff. They were just so accommodating and made us feel very special. Food was absolutely fab also.

From the moment we met Deirdre and Nicholas we knew we had found the right venue! No ask was too big and no question too silly, they really held our hands and guided us through everything so smoothly and always with a friendly smile. Given the circumstances the year brought and all the uncertainty and worry, we still always found time to laugh on our calls and always felt at ease after speaking to Deirdre. I would highly recommend Markree as a venue, not just because of its beauty and elegance but more so because of the people who make it such a special place. A big thank you to all the team at Markree for making our dream wedding at a reality

We had our Wedding at the beautiful Markree Castle on the 30th December 2020 , and we could not find one fault with the whole experience.
We will start off by mentioning Deirdre and Nicholas the wedding co-ordinators , who helped out on every aspect to make our Wedding Day the day and night it was , they were always on hand to answer any questions we had and helped us through every step of the way , planning a wedding from Hong Kong was made so much easier with their help and expertise , they are excellent at what they do and a pleasure to deal with .
Onto Markree Castle....It's the most amazing castle with the most spectacular gardens and it was an incredible backdrop for all our photos. When we came through the gates the day of our wedding the gardens were frosted over and there was a mist on the river which made it all so much more spectacular.
We were lucky enough to have our wedding at all , with the current Covid-19 restrictions and even though we had only a small gathering it really felt like the Castle was full with our guests at all times.
The staff were so friendly and pleasant and a special mention to the bar man , he was excellent .
The food was top class. We had requests from some our guests who were vegan and vegetarian and nothing was too much for the chef to do for them. Our guests were all saying how good their dinners were. The Guinness was also excellent, a rare thing at a wedding , but the men are still raving about how good their pints were.
We could not recommend Markree Castle enough to anyone who will ever ask us.
The venue, the food, the staff are all top class and when it is all tied in together its makes it the most amazing experience from beginning to end.
A day we will never ever forget . Thank you all so much .

Tiana and Ronan

What an incredible venue to celebrate our special day. We had a small number due to pandemic restrictions and at one point we thought the castle might be too large. But it couldn't have been more perfect. This venue works for weddings of all sizes, we have been to a few weddings here and it always exceeds expectations. Deirdre and the team were just amazing, she was running around the castle the day of the wedding picking up things I was leaving behind, just so nice and goes above and beyond. The chapel was spectacular and added so much to the day, the food was a 10, the atmosphere was so warm with the roaring fires, beautiful flowers and the Christmas lights and decorations added that extra sparkle. Was emotional driving away the following day. Can we do it again please!

We had our dream wedding at the amazing Markree Castle back in September and I could not find fault with the whole experience. It's the most stunning castle - on the inside and outside - and it was the perfect backdrop for photos. We were lucky enough to have our ceremony outside in the gardens and it was so beautiful. I walked from the potting shed (this is a gorgeous apartment attached to the castle and it's where I stayed the night before) to the top of the aisle on a red carpet and the finishing touches to the decor really made the whole setting magical. The staff had everything covered so I had nothing to worry about.

The food was top class. We had requests for vegan and vegetarian meals and nothing was too much for the chef. Everyone is still talking about how good the beef was! And OMG the desserts were out of this world!! I'm booking to go back for an evening meal over Christmas just to enjoy some of Lee's creations again.

The day was so relaxed and the staff were so lovely and friendly. Deirdre, the wedding coordinator, and her husband Nicholas were amazing to deal with. Deirdre was always on hand to answer my questions in the lead up to the day and on the day itself and she assured me everything was going to work out despite there being so much uncertainty around weddings with COVID. She was right and we had the best day of our lives.

Thanks to everyone at Markree Castle. Ladies, I could not recommend this dream castle enough! AMAZING venue, AMAZING value for money, AMAZING food, AMAZING staff and an all round magical experience from start to finish. I wish we could do it all again!

We had a really brilliant wedding experience with Markree Castle. Before ever we were faced with changing dates, reducing numbers both Deirdre and Nicholas were excellent for communication, meetings on-site for us to view the venue and rooms and discuss menus. With Covid restrictions, they were so accommodating and as our plans were changing even very close to the date it was never a problem. The venue itself is really amazing, you have the castle for yourself and your guests for the whole time. We highly recommend checking out Markree for your wedding, you certainly will not be disappointed.

We had our wedding at Markree Castle in March, 2020. It was an absolutely stunning experience and venue. Everyone on staff was amazing. Special call out to Deirdre, Emer, Nicholas and Alex they were always available in helping us plan our wedding from the US. Each and every one of them was so gracious and calming throughout the uncertainty we had from planning this from Chicago. They also provide a vendor list, and all of the vendors were incredible and extremely accommodating. This was very important as we planned everything sight unseen via internet and phone calls. Getting married at the beginning of a global pandemic forced us to change many details at the last minute. Markree was incredibly understanding and worked with us through all of the details. Nothing we suggested was a problem for the team, and they were so accommodating to all our needs and requests. On the day our guests arrived they were blown away by the venue. Every room at the castle was incredible, and all of our guests had a fantastic 2 day stay. The food was amazing and plentiful, no one went hungry or thirsty throughout their stay. We also absolutely enjoyed the castle grounds and Roisin, their Irish wolfhound. Everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. It amazed us both as the bride and groom how the staff made us feel like we were so important in the lead up and on the day. We cannot thank them enough for making our wedding such a magical experience.

We recently got married in Markree Castle (14.12.19)
We simply cannot recommend Markree enough. The castle and grounds are truly spectacular and a splendid backdrop for a wedding. The castle itself, although huge in size had a such a warm and homely feel, it was a chilly December day and the castle was warm and toasty. All of our guests were raving about their rooms, they are just fantastic.
The food was exquisite, our guests were in awe of it. It wasn't the run of the mill “wedding food” but restaurant quality food. From the canapés to the dinner to the midnight feast, every morsel was delicious and hoovered up. The wine, bubbly and cocktails were also incredibly good (possibly too good, judging by the heads the next day)
What made Markree so special was the dedicated team taking care of us. They were remarkable, from management, Deirdre and Nicholas to the amazing chef, to the attentive reception team and the fantastic servers. Everyone was so professional, friendly, helpful and our guests were pleasantly surprised by the level of attentiveness.
Thank you to all at Markree for such an amazing wedding. If we could do it all again, we would!!!

We got married in Markree Castle in December 2019. One word – Magical.
Beautiful setting, amazing food, outstanding staff and service.
Our experience was amazing from the first moment we met Deirdre and the team.
If you want a fairy-tale castle venue like no other Markree Castle is the venue for you. We can’t recommend it highly enough.

We had our wedding at Markree Castle on 28/11/2019. All we can say is that everything was spectacular! Nicholas,Deirdre, Alex, Emer and the team were incredibly professional and friendly and couldn’t do enough for you!
There are very few words to describe how wonderful everyone at Markee Castle is! They made the whole wedding planning process so easy and kept surprising us on the day with little details. Our guests keep saying how wonderful Markree Castle is and how wonderful the staff are.

We can not recommend Markree Castle enough! Please get in touch with them if you’re considering getting married there! They will help make your day so so special and certainly not one to forget.

Thank you to all the team at Markree!
Seóna and David

We had the most amazing Halloween wedding in Markree Castle. The venue is stunning that goes without saying. The castle is breath-taking day and night. However, Deirdre Nicholas and the rest of the team are what really makes it so special. While there we were made feel like we owned the castle.

The food was so amazing all our guests commented on it and every tiny detail was taken care of. Our little dog Belle stole the show on the day and the staff spoilt her rotten, she had the run of the place. We would highly recommend Markree and all its amazing team! We are sorry this took so long to be written but we came back from honeymoon with a little surprise of our own and have been busy getting ready for the unexpected arrival. We hope to get back to Markree sometime in the future to relive the amazing time we had.

Markree Castle was the first and last venue we considered. Everything about the castle has the wow factor. Prior to the wedding day we were invited to a tasting day to help us select the menu. There was so much choice but not too much as to overwhelm you. We took a tour of the rooms and were able to allocate them to the guests that were staying in the castle on the night. Nicholas and Deirdre Ryan are the coordinators in Markree Castle. Deirdre met with me several times to discuss my ideas and how she could help make them work.

On the day of the wedding I had no worries. Deirdre and my wedding planner Nicole Cosgrove worked seamlessly together to make sure EVERYTHING was in place. Really, I cant stress this enough, the staff at Markree were exceptional. From decoration details, vendor organisation, guest management, flower deliveries, food for the wedding parties and the meal on the day. Wow, just wow.

We had our wedding on a Thursday and we have no regrets. We had a slightly lower price than if we had it at the weekend which is always a bonus. The entire wedding party got ready in Markree Castle and we had our ceremony in the chapel on site. Everything was so convenient. Best of all, our dog Nova was given free reign around the castle and was allowed stay with us for the night.

We highly recommend Markree Castle as a venue and we would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone there for making our day so magical.

All I can say is if u want your dream wedding it has to be markree castle Sligo, the staff the venue the location was all amazing all the different rooms your guests will be stunned, the food was 10/10 too that’s very important and the staff worked so hard they treat u like royalty, every1 that came to our wedding said it was the best wedding they were ever at and that was down to markree!!!

The best food you can ever imagine. The best service you can imagine, the most magical wedding venue. We planned from the U.S and it was easy and amazing. We could not recommend this location more.

We flew over to Ireland from Australia for our wedding & could not have been happier with Markree Castle as a venue & the service we received. The castle and grounds are stunning & Deirdre and the team went out of their way to make our wedding absolutely perfect.

We wouldnt have changed anything and both our Irish & Australia guests were blow away with the venue & hospitality.

We would highly recommend Markree Castle for a wedding or a weekend away!

The venue is stunning and all our guests are still talking about how amazing it was to stay in such a gorgeous castle. Also, the staff was so kind and accommodating to us and our guests throughout the whole weekend. We're glad we decided to have our wedding at Markree Castle and would do it all again in a heartbeat.

We could not have chosen better. From the moment the beautiful castle appeared in view as we made our way along the long avenue, we knew this was a very special place.

Every detail of our wedding was given great attention by Deirdre and Nicolas. Organising a wedding from abroad is not easy, but they made it so. Nothing was a problem. They provided us with everything we needed to plan our celebration, supplier lists, accommodation and rooming lists for the castle and detailed menu options for full two days. They gave us endless valuable advice all designed to make our lives easier. I found them both to be very responsive, always calling back or responding via email immediately. But most of all they were very relaxed and are clearly real professionals.

An important aspect of the celebration for us was the food. Everything from the canapés to the meal to the evening food was beautiful. Truly high quality menus using mostly local ingredients, served at top restaurant quality. It was truly a wonderful dining experience. Most of all I was very impressed by the service and the efficient staff - each table was served with military precision so every guest received their meal at the same time. This really impressed our guests - we all know what it’s like to have to wait for others to get their food while yours goes cold.

There are so many aspects to Markree castle that we loved. The venue itself is top notch. The food and general organisation of all the different elements were excellent. But most impressive and very much appreciated by us was the flexibility that Deirdre and the whole team provided us. Having researched many other venues Markree stood out from others in this regard. This is a fantastic venue which will provide the perfect experience for any bride and groom and their families and friends.

Beautiful venue in fantastic setting. Wedding co-ordinators were flexible, helpful and responded quickly to emails and queries. Food was delicious and service on the day was excellent. All staff in the venue were of high standard.

We had the most beautiful wedding celebrations; better than we could ever have imagined. This was mainly down to Markree Castle.

Firstly, Deirdre and Nicholas and the team were brilliant, so responsive, accommodating, thoughtful, knowledgable, efficient and professional in every way. Our family members, some of whom are disabled and elderly, were treated with the utmost care and respect which we greatly appreciated.

Markree, inside and out, is truly magnificent. Every inch of it decorated with uniqueness and precision, as well as, maintained to the highest standard. We were allowed access to all areas and it was delightful freely exploring the beauty of it.

The food was also beautiful. The canapés, wedding meal, buffet and breakfast all lived up to our expectations and pleased our guests very well.

Overall, we could not recommend Markree highly enough. We were blessed to have celebrated the beginning of our married life there and we will definitely be returning to reminisce when possible!!

Many, many thanks Deirdre, Nicholas and all the Markree team. Keep up the GREAT work!

We had our wedding here in July 2019, and my only regret is that we can't do it again!

We could not have chosen a better venue than Markree. We booked it for the beautiful location and amazing venue, but what ended up making the day so special was the incredible quality of service. Deirdre, Nicholas & their team are absolute professionals: Whether they are helping you achieve your dream of an outdoor ceremony (not always easy in the West of Ireland), or making sure a nervous best man knows where to stand and what to say, they made our day flow effortlessly.

We planned it from abroad in less than a year, but it was absolutely painless, because of their expertise.

The quality of the food deserves a mention - we have had a lot of comments saying that it was the best wedding food people have ever had, or that it was restaurant quality food.

Thank you a million times for the gift you have given us - we will cherish our memories of love and happiness in Markree forever.

There are not enough characters to tell you how wonderful a venue Markree Castle is. It's breathtakingly stunning but warm and homely at the same time. Deirdre and Nicholas were outstanding hosts and nothing was too much hassle for them, they're both a fantastic asset to the venue. They followed up with clear communication on everything and helped us with our every request. As a bride my attention to detail is pretty good but they had thought of things on the day that I never would have. When guests were away from their tables to go to the toilet or the bar, a member of staff would come over and put a cover on their food to keep it warm!! Guests are still commenting on the food, we had a choice of fillet of beef, sea bass or chicken and they were all fantastic. We also had a couple of dietary requirements and my vegan friend tells me it was the best vegan wedding meal she had ever had. The whole day ran like clockwork but didn't feel rushed, Nicholas made sure we had some time to relax, sit back and enjoy the day. One of my favourite parts of the day was the quiet time with our bridal party right before we entered the dining room. We all sat and drank Prosecco in the stunning room upstairs, they took our meal order and we had a little moment to breathe. The venue itself is breath-taking, even to just walk around and look at it, which many guests did. The dining room, the staircase, the bar, even the guest bedrooms are all outstanding. My only complaint is that there were not enough hours in the day, as everyone says it flies by but it was a happy, love filled day from start to finish and booking Markree was the best wedding decision we made. We will be back for many more visits, it will always have a special place in our hearts.

The Markree team made our day truly special. They really provide the bespoke experience. Nothing was ever too much and the high level of experience and professionalism from all the crew at Markree really made the difference on the wedding day! The castle and grounds speak for themselves, and the food was exceptional!

To Deirdre, Nicholas and all the staff at Markree Castle.
We don’t know where to begin to start to thank you for giving us the most wonderful wedding day we could ever have imagined.
All your help and professionalism in the lead up to the wedding was just brilliant and it took away all the stress and ensured we were able to enjoy the build up.
The day itself was just magical, with the venue, outdoor ceremony setup and food all fantastic.
Since the wedding so many of our friends and family have said to us how friendly, wonderful and helpful the staff were and it can’t be underestimated just how much that feeds through to the atmosphere at a wedding. The staff at Markree are a credit.
It has been nothing but a pleasure dealing with ye over the past number of months and we can’t wait to return to stay in the castle for a few nights!
Again thank you so much for giving us such a wonderful day and happy memories.

The location and venue are just stunning, from the manicured lawns, luxurious bedrooms and beautifully restored original features, the castle is the stuff of fairytales. Management were so welcoming and very attentive and accomodating to our needs throughout the planning process. We were lucky enough to have our drinks reception, speeches and our band play out on the patio - this was well organised by the team and made for a fabulous setting and atmosphere. Food choice, service and quality were all fantastic and the castle now being able to offer couples a menu tasting only provides further reassurance. Breakfast in the bridal suite the following morning was also fantastic! We were able to remove the soup course from the meal which we found meant people were satisfied yet not stuffed and therefore ready to dance after the meal! The downstairs entertainment area is a gorgeous and very unique location for partying late into the night and also allows for a seamless transition from the meal into the evening entertainment. Our numbers were 160 which meant to dance floor was nicely full all night - perhaps larger numbers might struggle a little for dancing space? The kitchen area also provided a quieter space especially for some of our older guests to relax and have a chat. Our only recommendation would be to check exactly the inclusions for the drinks reception which may help you to plan and anticipate a little more though it is so hard to gauge how much people may consume especially on a warm, sunny day outdoors.
Deirdre, Nicholas and all of the team really helped us to have what we can only describe as a magical day. Since our big day we have had endless compliments regarding the venue and all of its provisions and would whole heartedly recommend this venue to anyone and everyone seeking a fairytale day.

"Our wedding day at Markree Castle surpassed all of our expectations. The beauty and presentation of the venue was matched by the efficiency of service and quality of the food. Deirdre and Nicholas were so helpful from the beginning and the fact that they and all of the staff were so chilled out and professional on the day really put ourselves and our guests at ease. We had the perfect day and our guests are still talking about their experience at Markree!"

Bringing 80 Americans to Ireland on St. Patrick’s Day weekend seems like a daunting task.
It wasn’t. The staff at Markree made it all so simple. From our first meeting with the wedding coordinator, through the year of planning, up until we all left the castle, everything was seamless. Not a day goes by that a guest or a friend who just sees a picture is blown away by the beauty of the venue.
We loved our experience with Markree. I want to go back and get married every year!

Everything was excellent. Staff were welcoming, attentive and professional. The food was superb. The Castle itself is stunning. A really enjoyable wedding thanks to the willingness of the staff. All requests were met with a can do attitude and a smile! Being one of two Irish people at the wedding I was very proud. All the other guests had travelled from the US.

We had our wedding celebrations here on the 20th and 21st October.
We couldn't have had a more incredible weekend if we tried.
We knew Markree was special from even seeing it outside while it was undergoing renovations a few years ago. It was about the 4th venue we saw last year (and we saw a lot of top class venues) but just blew the rest out of the water once we walked inside.

The building itself is absolutely stunning. No expense has been spared in undergoing the restorations and it has been so thoughtfully laid out and the comfort as well as style of all the interiors and unique rooms were fantastic. The glorious dining room has been updated and made even more beautiful (if that was even possible) and creating the downstairs dancing area and two bars was the best idea. Having the kitchen and the sitting rooms dotted around adds a nice element of privacy and the ability to have a chat and chill in between the dancing.
Markree has the perfect balance of the stunning location while retaining a certain warmth and class without being pretentious. All of our guests just thoroughly enjoyed themselves from start to finish and the extended bar time helped the celebrations run well into the early hours.

Reg, the chef was amazing to meet. He is so passionate about the food and has brilliant ideas that work and catering for the large numbers of guests. We really appreciated his time and the amazing food he created for us over the weekend - we are real foodies so was very important to us to have a meal that befitted the surroundings and the occasion. The wine list that they have is also of a high standard (we decided to upgrade from the house wine) and loved the wine we had on the day. we loved the salmon gradvalax in particular from the starter, the curried parsnip and sweet potato veloute and gin sorbet worked really well and the lamb was absolutely super for the mains. The halibut was also very tasty. The trio of desserts worked really well although I didn't get to eat enough of it!
Agi, Emer and Alex played a blinder over the weekend ensuring everything was organised, well run and the service and bar staff were all brilliant. They are also all the nicest people to have dealt with. Thank you also to Cora for the help in the run up to the wedding. Patricia in the Homefarm was absolutely wonderful, helping to manage all our guests and work with some tricky scenarious - we are so grateful to her.
Finally, to Philip. He is without a doubt the most impressively meticulous, organised, helpful man to have worked with. He met with us countless times, never rushed us, went out of his way to accommodate us on many occasions. He's the kind of guy you can honestly trust with your life, give great recommendations and no better person to run the kind of venue like Markree - he will not let you down. He was just stellar from start to finish and we are incredibly indebted to him for making our weekend the greatest success.

The only minor comment I can think of is that the dining room was quite hot but it was an unseasonably warm day outside (which is probably a good complaint to have).

We can't begin to describe the absolute joy we had over the weekend and on leaving, couldn't hold back the tears - the weekend having beaten all expectations. It's impossible to put in words how much Markree will always mean to us and the memories that we and our families and friends will have for the rest of our lives. We are so grateful to everyone who worked so hard to make it such a success and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this venue.

We had the most amazing wedding here in Markree Castle near Sligo..
The Castle is magnificent & beautifully refurbished.
We took over the castle for the wedding so it was”ours” for the weekend.
The food was fantastic as was the wonderful professional staff and Philip who was so helpful with every detail.
Everything was perfect. The most fabulous time had by all.

The most amazing venue and service, we couldn’t of asked for anything more. You will not find a better venue that ticks all of the boxes!

Philip and Cora were amazing! They really helped us with all the details till the last minute. Everyone loved the food and we danced till really late. It was the perfect venue for our big family to stay together in one place.
Thank you ????

We fell in love with Markree castle immediately, and Unchin the wolfhound puppy sold us on it! Philip and Cora were fantastic, and everything was seamless on the day, despite us having very large numbers! All of our guests commented on how special the venue was. Wouldn't change a single thing!

The venue itself is out of this world honestly, you will not believe such a venue exists and the management and staff are also outstanding... we had the pleasure of having this private venue for 3 nights for our wedding on the 20th of April 2018. We first went to view the venue in August 2017 on what can only be described as a wet, grey and winters day, typical unreliable Irish weather!! Despite the weather, the Castle was still beyond amazing and we looked to book dates immediately as we knew this was the only venue for us and our guests. We also knew at that stage that the typical Irish weather would have no effect on the day as the castle provides such luxury and service which gave us great comfort in booking and planning our wedding.
We initially dealt with Philip on dates and worked closely then with Cora for all the details of our 3 day wedding. The entire experience and process was great for us, we had a lot of detail for Cora and she met and exceeded our expectations... Trish, Philip, Cora and the rest of the team were exceptional and we highly recommend Markree as a private hire venue for any and all occasions. We had a dinner party/rehearsal dinner on the evening before the wedding which was superb, the wedding day was exceptional including the drinks reception, canapes, wedding dinner, signature cocktails, and late night food. The day after we had an amazing BBQ that our guests loved... we really cannot recommend this venue enough and would love to do it all again...

We got married in Markree Castle in March 2018 and we had the most unbelievable day. As cliched as it sounds, it was just the best day we could ever have asked for. Having our wedding ceremony and venue all in the one place was something we really wanted and Markree Castle catered brilliantly to this. We had our civil ceremony in the castle. There is a church onsite that was built by the original family in the 1500's and it is truly the most beautiful place for your ceremony. It is on the smaller side (we had 190 guests so it wasn't possible to fit them all in) but this is no fault to the hotel. It is an original feature of the castle, built in around the 1500's so it is as authentic as they come in terms of historical castles. Had we been getting married at a warmer time of the year (in Ireland I know this is always 50/50) we would have had the ceremony outside to accommodate all our guests and then pictures in the church inside after. The church being smaller didn't affect our day whatsoever. Our pictures on the grounds were so good. There had been a film crew there for a few weeks before our wedding, recording a drama series of Prince Harry and Megan's wedding. They actually were leaving the day of our wedding and, at the managements request, they left all the flowers they had put in the gardens for filming for our wedding. This was such a great touch. We had beautiful pictures in a rose garden in March, which was very unusual given we had a snowstorm the week before!
The food was top quality, really amazing. The staff were excellent. The dining room is, without doubt, one of the most stunning rooms you will ever see. It has been restored to the highest possible standard and we had some unbelievable photos taken in that room. You need to see it to really do it justice. While it might not be your conventional wedding day dining room, (as in generally the room being one large open space), I don't think this detracted from the overall feeling of togetherness at all. It still felt very connected and the day flowed perfectly. I loved that when dinner was finished, the room was closed and everyone had to move to the downstairs section. The gin bar is such a unique feature as well. It was all just very seamless and we enjoyed our day so much. Trish, Philip and Cora were very responsive to all our needs and replied to all our emails without delay. We look forward to visiting again in the near future.

Philip and Cora delivered us the perfect wedding weekend, Markree castle is a fabulous venue. We loved our wedding.

We had our wedding reception here August 2017. Fantastic venue, food and service. We would recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and beautiful venue in Sligo.

Markee castle looks amazing!!! Having my wedding at Cabra Castle this year, the staff are just great.. have been all sister castles, and could not complain about any Castle!! Always have a very good experience!! So I can safely say the service in Markee Castle will be the exact same.. highly recommend any of these castles for an amazing experience on the run up to your big day xx

Dear Philip, Cora & Trish,

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!

We honestly cannot thank you enough for your support, professionalism, patience, warmth and hospitality over our wedding weekend.

It was, without doubt, the best day (weekend!) of our lives and we have to thank you and all the Markree staff for making that happen.

We are still hearing rave reports of our wedding, from the exquisite food to the stunning castle itself and the most helpful and patient staff. We have not heard one word of criticism.

We are sure you have received many similar reports over the summer. We are so delighted we chose Markree to celebrate our wedding and we wish you all the very best in the future!


Evannah & Sam

Dear Philip, Cora & Team,

Just a note to say a huge thanks for our magical wedding in Markree.

Writing the thank you cards gave us a lovely excuse to be transported back to that wonderful weekend.


Wishing you an incredible 2018!

Deirdre & Con

To The Corscadden Family

For making our special day so wonderful and giving us the use of your fantastic castle!

Thank you so much,

Lisa & William

We were so glad that we chose Markree Castle as our wedding venue. It was a wonderful experience overall, and even more so because of the venue and setting. All of our guests commented on the fact that there was no traveling between the marriage venue and the reception venue because we were able to have the ceremony performed there in the beautiful chapel within the castle. Our wedding photos are beautiful because we had use of the extensive grounds of the castle, we were also able to include the entire bridal party in the photos on the sweeping stone staircases. The meal was wonderful and everybody, including myself and the groom felt so relaxed because the venue was private, so literally everybody there was chosen by us, we were surrounded only by family and friends. It was just a very easy-going, relaxed, fun wedding. I would only change a very small number of things about the day, and I'm sure I'm the only one who noticed those things because I'm a perfectionist!!