We’re delighted to share the beautiful story of Andrew & Sorcha, whose special celebrations at Ballykealey House were recently featured in Social & Personal. From the stunning setting and personal touches to the unforgettable moments throughout their day, their wedding was a wonderful reflection of their love and style. Read the full article below to […]

We’re absolutely delighted to announce that Ballykealey House has been named a winner at the LUXlife Hospitality Awards 2026, receiving not one, but two prestigious awards! 🤍 We are incredibly proud to have been awarded: 🏆 Best Exclusive-Use Country House Wedding Venue 2026 – County Carlow 🏆 Heritage Hospitality Excellence Award 2026 – County Carlow […]

Ballykealey House is proud to celebrate a truly special milestone, having been honoured with both Exclusive Wedding Venue of the Year and Romantic Wedding Venue of the Year at the Irish Wedding Awards 2026. These prestigious awards are a reflection of the unforgettable experiences created here at Ballykealey, where timeless elegance meets modern luxury. From […]

We are beyond thrilled to share some incredible news – Ballykealey House has been awarded the Good Food Ireland Food Lovers’ Choice Award for Ireland’s Ancient East! This is such a huge achievement and we couldn’t be prouder of our amazing chefs and kitchen team, whose creativity, passion, and dedication make every dish a memorable […]

We are over the moon to announce that Ballykealey has been nominated for the Weddings Online Awards 2026! This recognition means so much to us, and we couldn’t have done it without our incredible couples. Every wedding you trust us with is a chance to create something truly magical, and your love and joy inspire […]

At Ballykealey House, we believe your wedding day should be nothing short of extraordinary. Nestled in the heart of County Carlow, our stunning 19th-century country house is an exclusive-use wedding venue, meaning when you choose us, the entire estate is yours for the day. No interruptions, no sharing space—just you, your loved ones, and a […]

We are thrilled to announce that Ballykealey House has been nominated as a finalist in the 2025 Customer Experience Awards, under the highly regarded Best Customer Success Story category. This nomination is a wonderful acknowledgement of the dedication, care, and passion that our entire team brings to every aspect of the Ballykealey experience. At Ballykealey […]

Ballykealey House: Your Exclusive Fairytale Awaits Step into a love story that began in 1827 and continues today at Ballykealey House, an award-winning exclusive wedding venue. Nestled in the heart of Co. Carlow, this historic manor was built as a wedding gift, making it a place where celebration and romance are woven into the very […]

We are thrilled to announce that Ballykealey House has been honoured with the prestigious Team of the Year Award 2025 in the hospitality sector by the workplace excellence awards. This accolade recognizes the dedication, passion, and exceptional service demonstrated by our entire team throughout the year. At Ballykealey House, we pride ourselves on creating unforgettable […]

At Ballykealey, our dedicated team is the heart of everything we do. From our warm front-of-house staff to our talented chefs and meticulous wedding coordinators, each member is committed to creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.

Our wedding day at Ballykealey House was amazing! We couldn’t fault it at all. Between the venue and more importantly, the staff, it went seamless and there was not a worry for us. We love food and the canapés straight to evening food were all delicious and the compliments flying around after dinner was great […]

Ballykealey House Wins Big at the Wedding Suppliers Awards 2025 We’re over the moon to share that Ballykealey House didn’t just make it to the finals—we’ve been crowned winners at the prestigious Wedding Suppliers Awards 2025! After months of anticipation and the honour of being shortlisted in multiple categories, the awards ceremony on 4th February […]

Wow- I really cant praise Ballykealey house and its staff enough! We could not fault one thing over the two days of our wedding and it was the best decision to pick Ballykealey house as our wedding venue. From the moment we got there until the moment we left the staff were absolutely amazing. So […]

From the moment that we booked our wedding at Ballykealey House, we were in love with the place. From our initial meeting with Angela moving right through to our tasting evening and beyond, we knew we were in good hands. During the lead in to our big day, Angela and her extended team ensured every […]

On behalf of myself and Killian we just wanted to extend our warmest thanks to yourself and the rest of the team. The two days that we spent in Ballykealey were amongst the most wonderful days of our lives, the food was spectacular and the organisation was superb! Our guests commented on how each of […]

Award-Winning Exclusivity at Ballykealey – Weddings Online Exclusive Venue of the Year We’ve always believed that a wedding day should be entirely yours—and now that belief has been recognised: Ballykealey House is the Weddings Online Exclusive Wedding Venue of the Year 2025. What sets us apart isn’t just that we give you the whole venue. […]

Ballykealey House Wins Country House Venue of the Year – SaveMyDay.ie We’re proud to share that Ballykealey House has been named Country House Venue of the Year 2025 by SaveMyDay.ie. This award means a great deal—not just because it celebrates the charm of our historic house and estate, but because it reflects what our couples […]

Wedding speeches are a cherished tradition, often filled with heartfelt moments, laughter, and a few happy tears. Traditionally, speeches are delivered after the wedding meal, when guests are settled, and the room is full of warm, celebratory energy. However, there’s a growing trend among couples at Ballykealey House to break from tradition and deliver their […]

We are absolutely thrilled to share some exciting news—Ballykealey House has been named as a finalist in the prestigious Wedding Suppliers Awards 2025! Competing alongside the best in the industry, we are honored to have been recognized in the following categories: Country House Venue of the Year Private and Exclusive Venue Wedding Co-ordinator Leinster Civil […]

We’re thrilled to announce that Ballykealey House has been shortlisted in the Best Customer Experience – Wedding Venue category at the 2024 Customer Experience Awards! This recognition is a true honour and a testament to the dedication of our team in making every couple’s wedding day truly unforgettable. Being named a finalist highlights our commitment […]