WEDDINGS
A place where celebrations flow – and the welcome comes naturally. At The Rine, we believe the best weddings don’t feel rushed — they flow. Set within 500 acres of County Clare countryside on Dromoland’s vast estate, with the Rine River quietly winding throughout, this is a place where nature does a lot of the heavy lifting. Wide skies, peaceful parkland, and just enough drama in the landscape to make every photograph behave itself. Couples have been celebrating here for years, and for very good reason. Today, The Rine continues that legacy with a renewed sense of style and purpose - contemporary, immersed in nature, thoughtfully designed, and always guided by warmth. Think beautifully designed spaces, thoughtful details, and a welcome that feels genuine from the very first hello. There are plenty of picture-perfect moments to be found here. From our exclusive viewpoint overlooking a spectacular vista (reserved just for our wedding couples), to graceful arrival receptions and a light-filled ballroom that opens onto a private garden, everything flows easily from one moment to the next. Outdoor civil ceremony? Of course. Champagne in the garden? Highly recommended. Food, naturally, plays a starring role. Our wedding menus celebrate the best local ingredients, beautifully prepared and generously served — the kind of meals people talk about long after the dancing is done. With warm service, easy access, and a team who genuinely love what they do, The Rine offers a wedding experience that feels relaxed, joyful, and effortlessly well looked after. We’d love to welcome you in, show you around, and start planning a day that feels completely your own - with just the right amount of magic along the way.
Nico Hernandez
Fergal McGee
General Manager
Head Chef
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Thank you so much to The Rine for hosting our wedding day. Our Wedding Coordinator and the staff were absolutely fantastic, We can highly recommend it to anyone looking to book their wedding.
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The grounds for photos were fantastic and the room is so stunning.
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Paige O'Connor
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SPECTACULAR BALLROOM
Ballyhannon Suite
Featuring floor to ceiling windows with an abundance of natural light and following a recent refurbishment The Ballyhannon Suite offers magnificent views overlooking the majestic Clare countryside, along with a bar and external garden area, which may be used as an alternative for Arrival Receptions and Civil Ceremonies, weather permitting. The room will be decorated with your chosen centrepieces, and your choice of chivari chairs or chair covers with sashes, matching your preferred colour scheme. Seating up to 220 guests comfortably, the Ballyhannon Suite has subtle mood lighting and full air-conditioning ensuring your guests’ comfort throughout the day. Two large drop down AV screens are also at your disposal along with an inset stage for bands & entertainment.
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INTIMATE WEDDINGS
The Sunroom
The Rine is a beautiful choice for intimate weddings, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere paired with elegant surroundings. Our versatile spaces are ideal for smaller ceremonies, private dinners, and relaxed receptions, each designed to create a personal and unforgettable experience. With rooms filled with natural daylight, exceptional service, and tailored packages, we provide everything you need to celebrate your day in style and comfort. Please ask our weddings team for more information on pricing and packages.
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Nature does the backdrop.
You bring the love.
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CIVIL, SPIRITUAL & HUMANIST
Ceremonies
Celebrating the entire day with us takes away a lot of the stress and allows you both to relax and enjoy the experience all under one roof, along with your guests. The Rine has been approved by The Registrar’s Office as a suitable venue to accommodate civil marriages and partnerships. Our beautiful function rooms and grounds provide the perfect setting to make your day truly magical.
CEREMONY €650.00
CEREMONY ROOM OPTIONS
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CHOICE OF WELCOME SIGNS WITH FRESH FLORALS & CANDLELIGHT UNDERNEATH
THE SUNROOM
50
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FRESH FLORAL POSIES ON AISLE FACING CHAIRS
THE BALLYHANNON SUITE
200
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FRESH FLORAL POSIES ON 2 X BRIDAL CHAIRS
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CHOICE OF ARTIFICIAL FLORAL ARCH FOR BEHIND THE CEREMONY TABLE
OUTDOOR CEREMONY IN THE BALLYHANNON GARDEN
150
CASTLEFERGUS SUITE
120
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ACCOMMODATION
& AMENITIES
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THE RINE
The Hotel at a Glance
At The Rine, we offer 125 thoughtfully appointed guest rooms, each designed with your comfort and relaxation in mind.
H OT E L F E AT U R E S
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SHANNIGANS GASTRO PUB
From our inviting Classic Rooms and spacious
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THE WHITETHORN RESTAURANT
Family Rooms to the elegant Rine Suite for those
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GYM & LEISURE CENTRE
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16M SWIMMING POOL
the extra space in our Family Rooms, along with
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LITTLE RINERS - INDOOR PLAY AREA
plenty of on-site activities to keep the little ones
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OUTDOOR PLAYGROUND
seeking a little more indulgence, we have a room to suit every type of traveller. Families will appreciate
entertained.
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THE RINE
Bridal Suite
Our Rine Suite offers the highest levels of comfort and amenities with spectacular views of the Shannon Estuary. This bespoke, spacious Suite is perfect for pre-wedding photographs while post-wedding this beautiful bedroom, offers newlyweds a luxurious and comfortable haven to relax and unwind. Couples can enjoy a Complimentary Stay in our Rine Suite on the wedding night. The Suite has ample space with a Sitting Room, Bedroom with king-size bed and a spectacular mood lighting bathroom complete with separate bath and shower facilities.
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BRIDAL
Powder Room
Start your wedding day on the right note with Prosecco & Canapés in our Bridal Powder Room. This exclusive space is perfect for the wedding party to prepare, offering an ideal setting for all of your hair and make-up artistry needs. Conveniently located adjacent to the Rine Suite allowing ease of access for Rine Suite and relaxation in the lead up to your Wedding Ceremony.
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F E AT U R E S
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3 INDIVIDUAL STATIONS
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NATURAL LIGHT
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MOUNTED MIRRORS
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ELECTRICAL POINTS
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SOUND SYSTEM
SAMPLE
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THE RINE
Signature
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Pre Wedding Consultation with our Wedding Coordinator
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Wedding Tasting Consultation with our Head Chef
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Red Carpet & Champagne greeting with Strawberries for the Couple
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Welcome Arrival Reception to include:
- Tea & Coffee with Biscuits
- Fruit Scones & Cream
- Selection of Gourmet Sandwiches & Wraps
- Choice of three Canapes for Guests
- Prosecco & Selection of Bottled Beers for all guests
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Personalised Mood Lighting in Ballroom themed to your preferred colour
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Table décor from Ri Weddings & Events including your choice of Centrepiece, Table Numbers
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Choice of White Chair Covers & Colour Sash or Chivari Chairs
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Decorated Cake Table, Stand and Knife
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A sumptuous 5-Course Meal to include:
- Choice of 2 Starters
- Choice of Soup or Sorbet
- Choice of 2 Main Courses
- Choice of 2 Desserts & Tea/Coffee
- Half Bottle of House Wine Per Person
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Built in Sound System for speeches & background music
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Bar Exemption
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Evening Food from Late Night Nibbles Menu
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Late Bar Snack Menu
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Complimentary Rine Suite for the night of your wedding
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2 Complimentary Bedrooms on the Wedding Night as well as preferential rates for a further 25 Rooms
ENQUIRE DIRECTLY FOR PRICING
€95 Per Person
€105 Per Person
2027 Weddings
2028 / 2029 Weddings
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From “I Do" to
Lets Dance...
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THE RINE
Classic •
Pre Wedding Consultation with our Wedding Coordinator
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Wedding Tasting Consultation with our Head Chef
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Red Carpet & Champagne greeting with Strawberries for the Couple
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Welcome Arrival Reception to include:
- Tea & Coffee with Biscuits
- Fruit Scones & Cream
- Selection of Gourmet Sandwiches & Wraps
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Personalised Mood Lighting in Ballroom themed to your preferred colour
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Table décor from Ri Weddings & Events including your choice of Centrepiece, Table Numbers, White Chair Covers & Colour Sash
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Decorated Cake Table, Stand and Knife
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A sumptuous 5-Course Meal to include:
- Choice of 2 Starters
- One Soup
- Choice of 2 Main Courses
- Set Dessert with Tea/Coffee
- Glass & a Top Up of House Wine for all Guests
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Built in Sound System for speeches & background music
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Evening Food from Late Night Nibbles Menu
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Bar Exemption and Late Bar Snack Menu
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Complimentary Rine Suite for the night of your wedding
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2 Complimentary Bedrooms on the Wedding Night as well as preferential rates for a further 20 Rooms
ENQUIRE DIRECTLY FOR PRICING
€80 Per Person
€88 Per Person
2027 Weddings
2028 / 2029 Weddings
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PRE & POST DAY
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RELAX & REFRESH
Extend your big day The Rine can also cater for Pre & Post day celebrations. Whether it’s an intimate family dinner or BBQ, a relaxed post-wedding gathering, or a day spent off-site exploring Clare’s famous coastline, we have plenty of itinerary ideas to help create a truly memorable weekend.
Family Dinner
Explore Co. Clare
Family BBQ
Post Wedding Party
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The Finer Details Attendance
Cancellation
A 10% decrease on your initial booked numbers is permitted.
Cancellation charges apply for all food, beverage, bar
Should the numbers decrease by more than 10%, the wedding
extension and accommodation costs. Greater than 12 months
account will be charged for the initial numbers booked less the
from the Wedding Date – No Cancellation Charge 12 Months
10% decrease regardless. In addition any special conditions
to 8 Months from the Wedding Date – 10% Cancellation
that were agreed on the basis of the initial booking numbers
Charge 8 Months to 3 Months from the Wedding Date – 25%
will become void. For numbers that fall below our mid-week/
Cancellation Charge 12 Weeks to 5 Weeks from the Wedding
weekend minimum numbers, a venue hire charge may apply.
Date – 50% Cancellation Charge Within 4 weeks of Wedding Date – 100% Cancellation Charge The anticipated bill is
Bar Exemption
calculated on the minimum number required for the selected
We include a Bar Exemption until 2am with our Wedding
package. All cancellations must be received in writing to the
Packages based on minimum numbers.
General Manager of the hotel. Should you wish to postpone your wedding the deposit can be
Bedrooms
transferred to a date booked within 12 months of the original
A bedroom allocation is automatically held with your
date. The hotel may cancel the event in circumstances where
confirmed wedding booking depending on your chosen
any guests attending the event behave in any way considered
package. Eight weeks before the wedding date we
to be detrimental, offensive or contrary to normal expected
automatically release unnamed rooms. A deposit or credit
behaviour.
card details are required to confirm all room bookings. Room accounts are generally settled directly by the guests who
Catering
have made their own individual bookings from your wedding
Final arrangements regarding menu, drinks, wine etc, must be
block allocation, unless otherwise instructed by the Bride and
given 1 month before the wedding date. No changes to the
Groom. Please contact reservations in regard to your bedroom
menu selections may be made by the Client within the seven
allocation. Please note that our preferred Wedding Rate only
(7) day period preceding the event. The guaranteed number of
applies to your room allocation. Guests may also choose to
attendees at each catered function must be communicated to
book via Third Party sites, however preference will be shown to
the Hotel not less than 5 full working days prior to the event.
guests booking via the hotel block.
Final charges will be based on the guaranteed number of attendees or the hotel number served, whichever is greater.
Booking Procedures The Hotel must meet with the Wedding Couple at the booking stage. Provisional Bookings will be held for 2 weeks at which
Damages
time it is at the discretion of the hotel to release the booking.
Should wedding guests cause any damage to fixtures and
Wedding bookings are only confirmed and accepted once the
fittings in the wedding ballroom/suite, any costs involved as a
Terms and Conditions have been signed and agreed by the
result of this will be the responsibility of the wedding couple
Wedding Couple, and upon receipt of the required deposit.
and will be added to the final wedding bill accordingly.
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Contact our Dedicated Wedding Co-ordinator at The Rine weddings@therine.ie +353 61 368161
weddings@therine.ie +353 61 368161
therine.ie