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Weddings with Jackson’s Hotel

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! On behalf of the Gallen Family and everyone at Jackson’s Hotel, we are delighted that you are considering our venue for your special day. Overlooking the beautiful River Finn, with Drumboe Woods as a stunning backdrop, Jackson’s Hotel is a family-run venue known for its elegance and exceptional service. Our three distinctive suites, the Finn Suite, Drumboe Suite, and 1920s-themed Pyramid Suite, provide the perfect setting for both intimate and grand celebrations. The wedding suite is exclusively reserved for you on your special day, creating a private, castle-like experience. The dedicated team at Jackson’s Hotel ensures every detail is perfect, from elegant indoor ceremonies to outdoor riverside gatherings. Flexible packages can reflect your individual style, with optional extras such as a Gin Bar, Prosecco Station, and other special touches to delight your guests. We would be delighted to help plan your dream wedding in Donegal. For more information or to arrange a consultation, please contact The Wedding Team at Jackson’s Hotel. Warm regards, The Wedding Team at Jackson’s Hotel + 353 (0)74 913 1021 | weddings.rh@gallengroup.com www.jacksonshotel.ie Ballybofey, Co. Donegal

The Venue Set beside the tranquil River Finn, with the beautiful Drumboe Woods as a natural backdrop, Jackson’s Hotel in Ballybofey offers a truly timeless setting for your wedding day. As part of the Gallen Hospitality family, the hotel is known for its elegant surroundings, welcoming atmosphere, and exceptional food. Whether you are planning a small celebration or a larger gathering of up to 500 guests, Jackson’s offers a choice of stunning suites to suit your style. The renowned Finn Suite features a private entrance, sweeping staircase and spacious terrace, creating a striking setting from the moment you arrive.

Your Ceremony We offer a range of options for hosting your ceremony here at the hotel. Weather permitting, you can exchange vows outdoors in a gorgeous setting overlooking the river, with Drumboe Woods in the background. The Pyramid Suite offers an elegant option for your civil ceremony. With draped ceilings and a sunken floor, it is a beautiful choice for saying “I do.” Our third ceremony option is the Finn Suite, which is flooded with natural light and overlooks the stunning scenery beyond. Ceremony hire €350 Please note that the Finn Suite option is subject to numbers below 200.

Wedding Packages At Jackson’s Hotel, we offer a range of wedding packages designed to suit a variety of styles and budgets. We understand that every couple is unique, and we’re happy to work with you to create a package that reflects your vision for the day. We have three main packages designed for weddings of 100 guests and over. We also offer an intimate package for smaller celebrations of under 100 guests.

Deluxe Package On Arrival Freshly brewed tea and coffee with biscuits Menu Starter, soup, main course, dessert, tea and coffee Wine One pour of wine per person Evening Buffet Sandwiches and one hot item, with tea and coffee Decor Fairy light backdrop, centrepieces, cake stand and knife, linen napkins and chair covers Personalised menus and table numbers Signature Touches Breakfast delivered to your suite on the first morning of your honeymoon Complimentary room hire for weddings over 100 guests Complimentary meal on your first anniversary Discount available on midweek weddings Complimentary spa consultations for the wedding party, with 20% off pre-wedding spa packages at our sister hotel, the Villa Rose, available six weeks prior to the wedding

Premium Package On Arrival Freshly brewed tea and coffee with biscuits Signature homemade scones Sparkling wine and orange juice Menu Starter, soup, choice of two main courses, medley dessert, tea and coffee Wine Two pours of wine per person Evening Buffet Sandwiches and two hot items, with tea and coffee Decor Fairy light backdrop, centrepieces, dressed staircase, mirror table plan, candy cart (unfilled), postbox, cake stand and knife, linen napkins and chair covers Personalised menus and table numbers Accommodation Honeymoon suite and two guest rooms complimentary Signature Touches Breakfast delivered to your suite on the first morning of your honeymoon Complimentary room hire for weddings over 100 guests Complimentary meal on your first anniversary Discount available for midweek weddings Reduced accommodation rates for guests Complimentary spa consultations for the wedding party, with 20% off pre-wedding spa packages at our sister hotel, the Villa Rose, available six weeks prior to the wedding

Platinum Package On Arrival Freshly brewed tea and coffee with biscuits Signature homemade scones and canapé reception Prosecco and cocktail cart for guests on arrival Menu Choice of two starters, soup, choice of two main courses, choice of two desserts, tea and coffee Wine Two pours of wine per person Prosecco toast for speeches Evening Buffet Sandwiches and two hot items, with tea and coffee Extras Candy cart (filled) Decor Fairy light backdrop, centrepieces, dressed staircase, mirror table plan, postbox, cake stand and knife, linen napkins and chair covers Personalised menus and table numbers Accommodation Honeymoon suite and two guest rooms complimentary Signature Touches Breakfast delivered to your suite on the first morning of your honeymoon Complimentary room hire for weddings over 100 guests Complimentary meal on your first anniversary Reduced accommodation rates for guests Discount available on midweek weddings Complimentary spa consultations for the wedding party, with 20% off pre-wedding spa packages at our sister hotel, the Villa Rose, available six weeks prior to the wedding

Intimate Package On Arrival Freshly brewed tea and coffee with biscuits Signature homemade scones and sweet treats Bubbly and cocktails for your guests on arrival Menu Choice of two starters, soup, choice of two main courses, choice of desserts, tea and coffee Wine Two pours of wine per person Bubbly toast for speeches Evening Buffet One hot item and chip cones, tea and coffee Decor Centrepieces, cherry blossom trees, mirror table plan, postbox, cake stand and knife, linen napkins and chair covers Personalised menus and table numbers Accommodation Honeymoon suite complimentary Signature Touches Breakfast delivered to your suite on the first morning of your honeymoon Complimentary meal on your first anniversary Complimentary spa consultations for the wedding party, with 20% off pre-wedding spa packages at our sister hotel, the Villa Rose, available six weeks prior to the wedding Room hire charge of €350 applies

Included in your Package Pre-wedding consultation with our wedding team Red carpet on arrival Complimentary bubbly reception for the wedding party Complimentary honeymoon suite, with a special rate for the second night Top table decor Centre pieces Fairy light backdrop Raised top table Personalised menu cards Cake stand and knife Linen napkins Wedding decor and postbox Breakfast delivered to your suite on the first morning of your honeymoon Two guest rooms complimentary Reduced accommodation rates for guests Complimentary room hire for weddings over 100 adult guests Complimentary meal on your first anniversary Discount available on midweek weddings Complimentary spa consultations for the wedding party, with 20% off pre-wedding spa packages at our sister hotel, the Villa Rose, available six weeks prior to the wedding

Optional Enhancements Bottled Beer

Hot Whiskey Station

€5.20 per bottle

40 portions | €250

Heineken Bar

Champagne Tower

20-litre keg | €250

€150

Guinness Tap

Sweet Treats Afternoon Tea

€5.50 per pint

€250 Macaroons and Pastry Bites

Gin/Vodka Cocktail Cart 80 portions | €400

Canapé Selection €2.50pp

Aperol Spritz Station 80 portions | €500

Signature Soup Cups

Extra 20 portions | €110

€2.95pp Guests will be greeted on arrival with mini

Cocktail Station

cups of warm, comforting soup, served with

Minimum 50 portions

brown bread fingers on the side.

Espresso Martini | €10 per portion Cosmo | €10 per portion

Dessert Buffet

French Martini | €10 per portion

€3.95 per person (minimum 120 pax)

Pornstar Martini | €10 per portion

A visually stunning dessert display featuring

Signature Cocktail | €10 per portion

dry ice and an exquisite selection of desserts.

Seasonal Mulled Wine | €4.95 per portion Pricing subject to change

Starter Choices Egg Mayonnaise Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Crisp Leaf, Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion and House Dressing (eg, md, sp, vegetarian)

Thai Fish Cake Mixed Seafood and Potato in a Golden Crumb with Fresh Lime and a Thai Coconut Cream (sp, mk, eg, wheat flour, cy, se, sy)

Chicken & Mushroom Vol Au Vent Chicken and Mushroom Vol au Vent in a White Wine Velouté finished with Tarragon (eg, md, sp, mk, cy, wheat flour)

Seafood Vol Au Vent Mixed Seafood and Vegetables in a White Wine Cream served over a Crisp Vol Au Vent (eg, md, sp, cy, wheat flour, fh, cs, ms)

Glazed Goats Cheese Grilled Goats Cheese with Warm Caramelised Onion, Crisp Lettuce and Balsamic Syrup (sp, mk, vegetarian)

Tiger Prawn Cocktail Marinated Tiger Prawn, Crisp Leaf, Fresh Lemon, Brandied Cocktail Sauce (cs, eg, md, sp)

Chicken Caesar Salad Baby Lettuce, Herb Crouton, Crisp Bacon, Fresh Parmesan and House Caesar Dressing (sp, mk, wheat flour, md, eg)

Smoked Duck Salad €3 supplement on package Chilled Smoked Duck on Pickled Vegetables with Raspberry and Mustard Dressing (md, sp)

Chicken & Bacon Vol Au Vent Chicken & Bacon in a White Wine Sauce over Crisp Pastry finished with Tarragon (wheat flour, mk, sp, cy) Chicken Curry Vol Au Vent Chicken and Vegetables in a Mild Korma served over a Crisp Vol Au Vent (eg, md, sp, cy, se, wheat flour) Smoked Chicken and Hazelnut Salad Smoked Chicken, Braeburn Apple, Spring Onion and Hazelnut bound together with a Citrus Aioli, Crisp Rocket and a Balsamic Glaze (eg, md, sp, tn hazelnut)

Vinaigrette Salad Diced Beetroot, Onion and Tomato Tian with Crisp Dressed Rocket and Balsamic Glaze (cs, eg, md, vegan) Tomato Crostini Mixed Heirloom Tomato with Red Onion, Fresh Basil, Lemon and Olive Oil on Garlic Toast, Balsamic Glaze (wheat flour, sp, sy, vegan)

PN = Peanuts, EG = Eggs, MS = Molluscs, TN = Tree Nuts, MK = Milk, CY = Celery, SE = Sesame, SY = Soya, MD = Mustard, WH = Wheat, FH = Fish, SP = Sulphites, LP = Lupin, CS = Crustaceans. WH = WH1 (Wheat Flour), WH2 (Semolina), WH3 (Wholemeal), WH4 (Wheat Bran), WH5 (Rye); LP = LP1 (Barley), LP2 (Oats)

Soup Choices Donegal Vegetable Soup Vegetable Soup served with Freshly Baked Roll (sp, cy, vegan) Leek & Potato Soup Leek and Potato Soup served with Freshly Baked Roll (sp, cy, vegan) Roast Tomato and Basil Tomato Soup served with Freshly Baked Roll (sp, cy, vegan) Roast Butternut Squash Soup Butternut Squash Soup served with Freshly Baked Roll (sp, cy, vegan) Spiced Parsnip Soup Cumin and Parsnip Soup served with Freshly Baked Roll (sp, cy, vegan) Cauliflower Cheese Soup Cauliflower Cheese Soup served with Freshly Baked Roll (cy, sp, mk) Smoked Haddock and Potato Soup €2 supplement on package Smoked Haddock and Potato Soup with Homemade Guinness and Treacle Brown Bread (cy, sp, mk)

Main Course Choices Roast Turkey & Ham Roast Irish Turkey, Honey and Apple Glazed Ham with Traditional Herb Stuffing, Roast Potato and a Rich Herb Gravy (wheat flour, mk, sp, sy, cy, md)

Braised Pork Belly 4hr Cooked Pressed Pork Belly, Caramelized Onion, Herb Roast Potato, Cider and Tarragon Jus (sp, md)

Feather-Blade of Beef 3hr Braised Irish Beef, Roast Potato and Herb Gravy (mk, sp, cy, md)

Crispy Asian Duck €5 supplement on package Roast Asian Duck with Grilled Vegetables, Sweet Chilli and Teriyaki Reduction (sp, md, sy, se)

Bacon Wrapped Chicken With Traditional Herb Stuffing, Roast Potato, White Wine and Wild Mushroom Cream (wheat flour, mk, sp, sy, cy) Honey and Apple Glazed Bacon Loin Mustard Glazed Kale, Herb Roast Potato, White Wine Parsley Cream (sp, cy, md, sy, mk, wheat flour) Grilled Seabass Grilled Seabass Fillet, Sauté Sea Asparagus, Chive & White Wine Cream (fh, mk, sp, sy, cy) Herb Crusted Cod Herb Crusted Cod with Fresh Lemon, Roast Potato and a Chive Cream (wheat flour, mk, sp, sy, cy, md, fh) Baked Fillet of Salmon Seasoned Baked Salmon, Herb Roast Potato and a Chive and Cherry Tomato Jus (mk, sp, sy, cy, md, fh) Herb Roast Stuffed Lamb Roast Lamb with Herb Stuffing, Herb Roast Potato, Thyme Jus (sp, cy, md, sy, mk, wheat flour)

Prime Irish Sirloin Steak €15 supplement on package Grilled Prime Irish Sirloin of Beef, Sauté Onion, Sauté Mushroom and Peppercorn Sauce (sp, cy, md, sy, mk) Thai Yellow Curry Roast Vegetables in a Thai Yellow Coconut Cream with Basmati Rice and Chickpea Poppadom (sp, cy, md, sy, vegan) Roast Vegetable Penne Pasta Roast Vegetables in Cherry Tomato and Basil Jus (sp, cy, md, vegan) Asian Vegetable Stir-Fry Schezwan Vegetables in a Ginger, Soy and Coriander Stir-fry (sp, cy, md, sy, se, wheat flour, vegan) Vegetable Nut Roast Vegetable and Nut Loaf, Roast Potato and Cherry Tomato Jus (sp, cy, md, vegan)

Dessert Choices Dessert Trio

Individual Plated Desserts

Please pick one hot item and two cold from the below for platter

Please pick 1 hot and 1 cold from below

Cheesecake | Lemon, Strawberry, Bailey’s, Chocolate Chip (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg)

Warm Apple Crumble Fresh Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Crème Anglaise (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg, sy)

Homemade Malteser Meringue Fresh Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Salted Caramel Sauce (mk, eg, sp, sy) Warm Apple Pie with Vanilla Custard (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg, sy) Warm Apple Crumble with Vanilla Custard (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg, sy)

Warm Chocolate Fudge Fresh Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Warm Chocolate Sauce (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg, sy) Warm Sticky Toffee Pudding Fresh Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Toffee Sauce (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg, sy)

White Chocolate Mousse in Chocolate Cup (sp, mk, eg, sy)

Meringue of Choice Fresh Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Warm Chocolate Sauce (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg, sy)

Cream-Filled Profiteroles With Chocolate Sauce or Toffee Sauce (mk, wheat flour, eg, sp, sy)

Cheesecake of Choice Fresh Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Warm Chocolate Sauce (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg, sy)

Dark Chocolate Mousse in Chocolate Cup (sp, mk, eg, sy)

Selection of Ice Cream A choice of Vanilla, Mint, Chocolate, or Strawberry in a Wafer Basket (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg, sy)

Selection of Ice Cream in a Sweet Basket Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Mint (sp, mk, eg) Warm Chocolate Fudge Cake Fresh Cream, Chocolate Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg, sy) Warm Chocolate Brownie with Chocolate Sauce (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg, sy) Sticky Toffee Pudding with Caramel Sauce (wheat flour, sp, mk, eg, sy)

Vegan Chocolate and Almond Coconut Tart Fresh Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Warm Chocolate Sauce (wheat flour, sp, sy)

Dessert Buffet

€3.95 per person (minimum 120 pax) A visually stunning dessert display featuring dry Ice and an exquisite selection of desserts.

Evening Nibbles Included in your package: Tea, Coffee & Sandwiches Chicken Goujons, Cocktail Sausages & Chip Cones Or Bacon Baps & Chips

Children’s Meals Aged 4-12 years Starters Fan of Melon Soup Mains Kids Roast Dinner Kids Chicken Goujons & Chips Kids Sausage & Chips Kids Penne Pasta with Tomato & Cheese Desserts Ice Cream Trio Little Guests Ages 0-3 Years Complimentary

Stay in Style Jackson’s Hotel offers spacious, beautifully appointed rooms for you and your wedding party to relax and prepare in comfort. Our luxurious executive suites add a special touch to your day, while ample guest accommodation ensures everyone can stay and celebrate together.

From ‘I Do’ to Day Two Keep the celebrations going. Whatever your style, we offer a range of Day Two venues to choose from: The Thirsty Trout, our traditional Irish bar; the Small Cappry Suite at our sister hotel, The Villa Rose; or Gallen’s Bar. The Thirsty Trout - Jackson’s Hotel

The Small Cappry - Villa Rose Hotel

Gallen’s Bar, Ballybofey

Testimonials Cliona and Marc “Planning our wedding from England felt daunting, but the team at Jackson’s made everything easy. No request was too big, and they suggested ideas I had never considered, like moving away from the traditional long top table, which became a favourite part of the day. On the day, we were blown away by the warmth and hospitality. Our guests from England experienced a proper Irish welcome, from the Aperol Spritz tree to the free-flowing pints of Guinness. Everything ran perfectly, and it was the most brilliant day and night.”

Claire and Willie “The team at Jackson’s Hotel were exceptional, going out of their way to make everything perfect. Nothing was too much, and even unusual requests were handled with ease. The food was incredible, with the dessert buffet a real showstopper. From start to finish, they ensured every detail ran smoothly. They truly made our wedding day unforgettable.”

James and Colleen “Our wedding day was incredible. The team took care of every detail, making everything run smoothly. Guests enjoyed the food, service, and the chance to relax on the terrace. The garden and views created beautiful backdrops for photos. From the moment we arrived to the last dance, the team went above and beyond to make the day perfect.”

Love Notes

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Wedding Packages Pricing

Deluxe Package

€70.00

Premium Package €80.00

Platinum Package €86.00 (The above package prices are based on a minimum of 120 seated adult guests)

Intimate Package €95.00 (For groups of under 100 guests, room hire of €350 applies)

2029 Deluxe Package €72.00

Premium Package €82.00

Platinum Package €88.00 (The above package prices are based on a minimum of 120 seated adult guests)

Intimate Package €98.00 (For groups of under 100 guests, room hire of €350 applies)

Terms & Conditions 1. Provisional bookings are held for two weeks only, after which they are automatically released. A deposit of €1,000 is required to guarantee your booking. Please note that this deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable in the event of a cancellation. Deposit payment is accepted as agreement to the contract given (without signature). Deposit payment covers administration costs and securing your date. 2a. Final Details to be arranged with the Hotel at least one month in advance of the function date and final guaranteed numbers are required by 12pm, 4 days prior to the function. Please note, these numbers will be the minimum number charged for. Minimum numbers charged for will be 120 adult guests on selected weekend/key dates. 2b. Menu Tasting: This is offered as a courtesy to the wedding couple at the convenience of the hotel. Menu Tasting is offered in a group setting, and you will be offered 2 dates to attend. If you are not able to attend on either date, you may nominate two people to attend on your behalf. A further date cannot be offered, and we are unable to offer menu tastings to couples outside the Group Dates offered. 3. No alcoholic beverages of any kind will be permitted into the Hotel or on to its ground without permission from the Management. A Corkage charge will apply for wines and this may only be consumed during the meal. Please note, all excess bottles will be removed at the end of the meal. 4. The customer assumes responsibility for any damages caused by them or any of their guests attending the function. 5. The Hotel will endeavour to assist guests with the storage of equipment, personal property, wedding cake etc. but accept no liability for any damage or loss. The Hotel will not accept responsibility for any goods consigned to the Hotel or any of its staff in connection with any event, all items must be collected the day after the event - the hotel are not responsible for the collection/storage of any items brought in by the couple or third party supplier. The Hotel reserves the right to dispose of any items not collected within 14 days of the event. The hotel does not permit confetti/ table confetti. 6. The Hotel will not accept responsibility for any entertainment that has not been reserved directly by the Hotel. 7. All entertainers & suppliers must provide their own equipment and accept full responsibility for it and provide their own insurance. 8. A time for Dinner Call will be agreed at your final details meeting. If the Couple arrive late and therefore Dinner Call is delayed - a fee of €100 for every 15 minutes will be applied. We allow 25 minutes for speeches before the meal - A fee of €250 will be applied if speeches go beyond this allocated time. If the Couple arrive late, delaying Dinner Call by 30 minutes or more, then Speeches will be moved to after dinner. 9. Second Deposit - 50% of total of the menu bill must be paid at least one Month in advance of Wedding Reception, the remaining account must be settled prior to departure from the Hotel unless alternative arrangements have been made Three Months in advance with Hotel Management. 10. In the event of any cancellation by the client/couple, a cancellation fee of the total booking will apply. Cancellation by the couple within 12 months of the Wedding date - a cancellation fee of 25% will apply. Cancellation by the couple within 6 months of the Wedding date - a cancellation fee of 50% will apply Cancellation by the couple within 12 weeks of the Wedding date - a cancellation fee of 75% will apply Cancellation by the couple within 6 weeks of the Wedding date - 100% of booking cost will apply All cancellations and/or amendments must be in writing by both parties. l l. In the event of a postponement the deposit may be transferred to another date within one year from original date subject to the Hotel's availability. If outside this, then the cancellation fee applies. If the new date is in the next calendar year, then the package cost may also increase accordingly.

Terms & Conditions 12. All prices are quoted in Euros and are subject to review. A guide price may be given in sterling (cash) and is subject to change. 13. The Hotel may cancel the event only in the following circumstances: i. The Hotel has reason to believe the booking might prejudice the reputation of the Hotel ii. Should any guest attending the event behave in any way that is considered to be detrimental, offensive, or contrary to normal expected standards of behaviour. iii. In circumstances where a booking is made through a third party or under false pretences. Deposits must be paid in person to the hotel; otherwise, the hotel reserves the right to cancel the booking. The hotel will not be liable for any refusal without reason. 14. The hotel reserves the right to amend charges/cost of the product being supplied to the client in the event of changes in the rate of Tax/VAT, Introduction of any government levy, or as a result of unforeseen supplier increases due to the market demand and/or lack of supply of the products required. 15. Mid-Week discount packages are subject to availability and exclude December 26th to January 2nd, February 14th, March 17th, Easter fortnight and all Public/Bank Holiday Weekends. Package prices for Bank Holidays and Bank Holiday Weekends may have a 10% increase applied. 16. Should the wedding couple wish to hold rooms for specific guests, the hotel must be notified by e-mail/writing at the time of booking. Any rooms that are not confirmed by card will automatically be released four weeks prior to the wedding date. All rooms on allocation will have an automatic 4-week release. Rooms confirmed by the wedding couple which result in a ‘no show’ will be charged to the main bill. Requests for additional rooms are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. An additional supplement will apply to any additional rooms booked and will not be available at the initial reduced rate. 17. In compliance with GDPR regulations, Jackson’s Hotel | Gallen Hospitality will keep your details on file prior to your Wedding Reception and for two years post Wedding date. Your personal data may be used for marketing and correspondence purposes. If you preferred we don’t use your photo for hotel promotions or social media, please let us know. Do you allow Jacksons Hotel permission to share photo & video content of you on your Wedding Day on our Social Media channels? Yes [ ] No [] Wedding Date:

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Jackson’s Hotel Glenfin St, Ballybofey, Co. Donegal T: 353 74 913 1021 | W: jacksonshotel.ie

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