GNI MAG ISSUE 59 - Christmas 2023

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BIG DAY THE LODGE AT ASHFORD CASTLE

THE LODGE Newly engaged? Why not book your personal viewing to meet our award-winning wedding team and plan your perfect day. Located on the 350-acre Ashford Estate, with stunning views over Lough Corrib and country house charm, it’s easy to see why The Lodge at Ashford Castle is one of Ireland’s leading wedding venues for beautiful, bespoke weddings. The 4-star hotel prides itself on going above and beyond for its wedding couples, delivering a truly memorable experience. Catering for affairs of up to 200 in the Harbour ballroom, or 250 in a special marquee and with unrivalled amenities that includes panoramic views, delicious menu options and a private bar & drinks reception, it’s no wonder The Lodge at Ashford is an award-winning venue. The Harbour Ballroom Overlooking Lough Corrib, the beautiful Harbour Ballroom is flooded with natural light and can GNI MAG [74]

cater for banquets of up to 200 guests. A spectacular menu using local produce and fresh, seasonal ingredients will be created by the hotel’s culinary team lead by Executive Head Chef, Jonathan Keane, with perfectly paired organic wine options chosen by The Lodge’s experienced sommelier. An array of beverage packages is also available. Ceremonies at The Lodge at Ashford Castle With panoramic views of Lough Corrib and Kinlough Woods, The Lodge at Ashford Castle offers a stunning space for outdoor civil ceremonies (weather permitting). Indoor ceremonies can also be accommodated. A private bar and reception area is also available exclusively for wedding parties’ post-ceremony. Accommodation Options The Lodge at Ashford Castle can be privately hired for weddings and with 64 bedrooms available, The Lodge at Ashford Castle can accommodate up to 130 wedding guests on site. A variety of room and suite options are available, including

dog friendly rooms so even four-legged guests can attend your big day. Rehearsals & Day Two Events The Lodge at Ashford Castle is the perfect venue for extended celebrations. Enjoy a pre rehearsal dinner in Wilde’s restaurant which offers a seasonal menu with dishes made using estate-grown and locally sourced produce. The Quay Bar & Brasserie can also accommodate day two celebrations and a BBQ in the hotel’s dedicated terrace area can also be reserved. If you or indeed someone you know is engaged and planning their wedding, The Lodge at Ashford Castle is the perfect place for their special day. Contact the wedding team today on 094 954 5400 or visit www.thelodgeac.com


Articles inside

MAKING MAGICAL MOMENTS Christmas

1min
page 115

KINGFISHERCountry Estate

6min
pages 112-114

BREDA LODGE

2min
pages 110-111

FITNESS THE COUNTDOWN IS ON...

3min
page 109

CASTING COUCH Martin Kearney

1min
page 108

TOMORROW IS ANOTHER DAY Martin Murray

3min
pages 106-107

Gnostic REVIEW

1min
page 105

REAL LIFEPaul

9min
pages 101-105

TRAVEL Zurich

6min
pages 97-100

TIPS FOR AN AFFORDABLE HUMANIST WEDDING

3min
pages 95-96

OUR BIG DAY Lee & Loan

11min
pages 89-94

OUR BIG DAY Becky & Ciara

5min
pages 81-88

THE LORD BAGENAL INN

1min
pages 79-80

THE LODGE

1min
page 74

YOUR CELEBRANT

3min
pages 72-73

FOR LOVERS OF SOMETHING DIFFERENT

1min
page 71

THE OUTING

1min
pages 64-68

7 FESTIVE FOODIE STOCKING FILLERS BRUNCH VENUES

3min
pages 62-63

SPENDING CHRISTMAS ALONE Xand

3min
pages 60-61

SURVIVING AND THRIVING THE WORK CHRISTMAS PARTY

4min
pages 57-59

& CHILL

7min
pages 54-56

LOTS OF CHEER, LITTLE CASH

5min
page 53

PARTY LIKE A PRO THIS FESTIVE SEASON

4min
pages 42-43

JEAN CHRISTOPHE NOVELLI BRINGS MICHELIN STARS CHRISTMAS TO AC HOTEL BY MARRIOTT

2min
pages 40-41

EVERY WOMAN WANTS TO BE HER!

1min
pages 38-39

CHAYCE’ING HIS DREAMS

4min
pages 36-37

JORDAN Oosterhof

5min
pages 31-34

WHO IS BABY QUEEN?

3min
pages 29-30

THE RETURN OF PARRALOX

2min
page 28

Can I Foster?

2min
pages 26-27

Meet the WriterTara Lynne O’Neill

1min
page 25

REBECCA FERGUSON

10min
pages 22-24

Jake QUICKENDEN

4min
pages 17-20

ROUGH SEAS AHEAD?

2min
page 16

CIAN

13min
pages 13-15

QUEER ASSEMBLY Connor Mills

3min
page 10
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