Hillsborough Castle Wedding Venue
Northern Ireland's official Royal Residence, a Georgian mansion with stunning gardens.
Situated in 100 acres of stunning gardens
A working Royal residence that's always dressed to impress
Flexibility to create your very own bespoke wedding marquee venue in the castle's gardens
A small but passionate team of event professionals who are dedicated to your vision
Prices & Key Facts
Prices
Price Band: ££ - £££
Typical Price: £5,000
Price Range: £2,500 - £10,000
Based on a typical wedding reception for 80 guests, including venue hire, wedding breakfast, drinks package and evening buffet.
Hire Price Range: £2,500 - £10,000
Capacity
Guests for a ceremony: 350
Guest Capacity (min/max): 4 / 350
Guests for sit down meal: 4 - 350
About Hillsborough Castle
Hillsborough Castle & Gardens is the official residence of the Royal Family in Northern Ireland and, throughout the years, has played host to monarchs, minsters, presidents and princesses.
It’s our privilege to offer you this elegant Georgian home along with its stunning 100 acres of landscaped gardens as the backdrop for your unforgettable wedding day. Elegant, yet relaxed. Graceful and intimate – it’s a magical venue located just 20 minutes from Belfast.
The opulent state rooms and formal gardens are available throughout the year and provide a perfect backdrop for both intimate and large-scale wedding celebrations.
You'll receive:
• A personal service from a dedicated member of our events team, supporting you in every aspect of your booking - before, during and after your special day.
• Complete exclusivity of the venue - we want to give you our full attention and dedication and promise that no other private functions will take place on your special day.
• Use of Hillsborough Castle’s banqueting tables and chairs (in-castle events only)
• Wardens to assist on the day with guest car parking and security
• Endless photo opportunities! Both the castle and gardens offer a stunning back-drop for your photography
Historic Royal Palaces is the independent charity that looks after the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, the Banqueting House, Kensington Palace, Kew Palace and Hillsborough Castle. Hosting your wedding here means you're contributing to the upkeep and protection of this beautiful and important building.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Venue Setting
Countryside
Town
Venue Type
Castles & Palaces
Country House
Manor House
Land For Hire / Rent My Field
Unique & Unusual
Other
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Exclusive use
Orangery Or Marquee
Live music permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
One wedding per day
Catering Options
Outside Caterers Permitted
Preferred Caterers
Contact & Location
Hillsborough Castle
ADD LINE 1, ADD LINE 2, Royal Hillsborough, BT26 6AG, County Down, United Kingdom
FAQs
Absolutely! We guarantee no other weddings or private events will take place at the same time as your own. This ensures you and your guests get our undivided attention on your special day.
Yes. Our Throne Room, Red Room and State Dining Room are available for ceremonies and are licensed for civil marriage and partnership ceremonies.
Absolutely! We have two stunning licenced locations in our gardens that offer beautiful, scenic settings during the warmer months of the year.
We (Historic Royal Palaces) do not charge corkage fees for supplying your own drinks, though a couple of our approved catering suppliers do. Please check when contacting them for a quote.
You will have a choice of high-quality caterers from our list of local, approved catering companies.
For in-castle (non-dancing receptions) the latest finishing time is 23:00. Marquee-based celebrations can continue on until midnight. Extensions are possible for an additional fee.
As Hillsborough Castle is a listed building and located within close proximity to private homes, we do not permit the use of fireworks or Chinese Lanterns out of respect for our neighbours.
Biodegradable confetti may be thrown in outside locations only.
Real-flame candles are permitted in marquees only, so long as the flames are encased (e.g. in a lantern or holder that shields the naked flame).
Yes, we have a bedroom suite available for the wedding couple. Please contact us for more information.
Yes, we have two self-catering onsite cottages for immediate family and close friends, with a total of 7 double-bedrooms. Please contact us for more information.
Yes, there are a number of accommodation providers in and around the local area. Please contact us for more information.