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Dream Weddings at the Abbey & Central Hotels The Abbey & Central Hotels are delighted to announce their new amazing all inclusive Wedding Package for 2015/2016 for only â‚Ź40.00 per person including Drinks on Arrival, Table Decorations, Seat Covers, five Course menu to name but a few.

Located on the Wild Atlantic Way in the Centre of Donegal Town, the Abbey & Central Hotels are the number one venues in Donegal for your special day. Local beaches are within a short drive for great photos on Donegal Bay. The hotels are licensed for Civil Ceremonies and can cater for up to 400 Guests or for the more intimate weddings they have superbly ďŹ tted rooms to accommodate your needs.

Experienced Wedding Co-coordinators are on hand to assist and advise you leading up to your special day and have great ideas to make your day that something a little bit different.

Whether you dream of a Winter Wonderland Christmas or a Summer Wedding with breath taking views of Donegal Bay and local Beaches, the Abbey or Central Hotels are the place to be. Our superbly appointed bedrooms with great views of Donegal Bay and the Diamond Town Centre are the perfect place for your guests to rest after a day of great celebrating.

Make a weekend of it for you and your guests to enjoy the Wild Atlantic Way route, sightseeing and great craic for a second night of Live Entertainment and fun, we can assist with catering for a full weekend of Celebrations.

Your Guests can enjoy a night after party and Dance the night away in our SKY night club, join in local live Bands, relax in the Centrals Leisure Club all with our compliments.

Choosing your Wedding Venue is one of the most important decisions you will make, once you have chosen the Abbey or Central Hotels you can be rest assured we will give you a day to remember for the rest of your lives. Renowned for our excellent food, service and attention to detail you will be delighted with your choice.

Check out our Websites www.abbeyhoteldonegal.com, www. centralhoteldonegal.com Or call Abbey Hotel 00353 7497 21014 or Central Hotel 00353 7497 21027 and ask for Catherine or Patricia, we look forward to hearing from you.

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Abbey Hotel +353 (0) 74 9721014 Central Hotel +353 (0) 74 9721027 www.abbeyhoteldonegal.com www.centralhoteldonegal.com

Introducing Our ‘All Inclusive’ Wedding Package 2015/16 The Abbey & Central Hotels are located in the stunning Wild Atlantic Way in the centre of Donegal Town you could not choose a better setting for your special day with sandy beaches just a short drive away.

We can cater for all sizes of weddings from the intimate, to weddings of up to 400. We are also Our friendly and experienced wedding co-ordinators will take care of all your needs leading up to We have superbly appointed rooms for your guests with stunning views of Donegal Bay. So, whether it’s a winter wonderland wedding or a summer wedding we believe you could not choose a better option than our ‘New Amazing All Inclusive package for 2015/16’ which is only €40

Diamond Wedding Package

• Guaranteed One Wedding Per Day • Red Carpet Welcome • Champagne on arrival • Five Course Meal • Elegant Ivory Chair Covers • Personalised Souvenir Menus • Choice of Cake Stand & Cake Knife • Table Arrangements with mirror ‘T’ light candles & candelbras • • Your own personal Wedding Planner • Complimentary overnight stay for Bride & Groom* with 2 complimentary rooms on wedding night and discount rate for guests.

And even more, too numerous to mention!

Only €40 per guest Works out at only £30stg per guest! **

Choosing your Wedding Venue is one of the most important decisions you will make, once you have chosen the Abbey or Central Hotels you can be rest assured we will give you a day to remember for the rest of your lives. Renowned for our excellent food, service and attention to detail you will be delighted with your choice. * Based on wedding with party size of 60+ **Based on the exchange rate at the time of going to press (05/08/2015

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It’s never been better value to tie the knot at the Mount Errigal Hotel, with prices from just £32* per person!

The Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny County Donegal has seen a huge influx of weddings booked from across the border due to the continuing increase in strength from sterling to euro.

Guests paying in sterling have seen a saving of up to £5.50 sterling per guest, based on the hotels average wedding being 300 guests, this is equivalent to £1650! The Sterling strength against the Euro has been in an upward trend with many experts are claiming that this is set to remain strong and even continue!

For Example, the ‘Classic’ Wedding Package which is €43.50 per person, this is equivalent to approximately £32.00 at today’s exchange rate, which makes for excellent value considering that it includes: • Dream set up of White Linen Chair Cover & Coordinating Bow, White Linen Table Clothes, and Napkins & Vintage Table Centres. Red Carpet, Lantern Lit Champagne Reception for Bride & Groom • Arrival Tea/Coffee & American Style Cookies for your guests, with a Champagne Reception for the Bride & Groom • Wedding Meal - 5 Courses for all Guests with

stained glass roof and an impressive multi glass feature behind the top table. The Great Room ballroom is equally beautiful with modern mood light chandeliers & original, rustic, natural ceiling beams with its own private terrace & entrance.

Both rooms have fantastic dance floors and the bars are in the room. Civil & Marriage Blessings are also catered for.

Visit www.mounterrigal.com for full details on the new Classic, Couture & Vintage Wedding Packages.

To book a viewing today, call us on 00353 749122700 or email info@mounterrigal.com a choice on each course and a menu designed by the Bride & Groom at the Wedding meal Tasting with Chef

Donegal is the finest wedding venue in the North West of Ireland, from your initial visit to the magic of your special day; you can take great confidence in their experience.

• Wine - 2 Glasses for all Guests The magnificent ballrooms are steeped in • Evening Buffet for all guests rich character but still versatile, allowing • Luxurious Stay in the Honeymoon Suite each wedding to be unique, your day will be for Bride & Groom memorable with a guarantee of 1 wedding per day and a choice of ballroom up until a • Morning after, private breakfast for your few weeks prior to your wedding day. The guests at 10.30am The Mount Errigal Hotel Letterkenny, County Glenveagh Ballroom boasts an exquisite

*Exchange rates quoted are based on the rate on: 16.07.15 approximate exchange rate. Each wedding price will be quoted in Euro.

A fixed exchange rate can be negotiated on sterling cash with the option to pay in Sterling or Euro when the wedding bill payment is required. Payment made by debit or credit card will be at your banks own exchange rate.

Linette & Richard Pictured after their Wedding at Gortin Presbyterian Church are Miss Linette McFarland and Mr Richard Brown. The couple held their reception alongside family and friends at the Killyhevlin Hotel, Enniskillen. Photograph by, Lauren Coulter, Castlederg

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Magnificent, Magical, Memorable The Most Seductive of Settings… venue in the North West of Ireland.From your initial visit, to the magic of your special day, you can take great

Hotel, steeped in rich character but still versatile, allowing each wedding to be unique.

Magical A wedding in Donegal is special, but a wedding in the Mount Errigal is magical.

Memorable With a guarantee of one wedding per day, you can choose between our two fabulous weddingsuites, be it the luxury of our ‘Glenveagh Suite’ & its stained glass roofs or the modern lighting in the ‘Great Room’ with its rustic natural ceiling beams, we guarantee everlasting memories.

MAKE THE MOST OF THE EURO CRASH! All inclusive premium packages from just £32!

Premium packages include, dream décor package of chair covers, co-ordinating sash and table centres, drinks reception for all guests, 5 course meal, with choice on each course, designed by bride & groom, 2 glasses of wine for all guests, evening buffet and morning after private breakfast for all wedding guests. *Exchange based on rate on xe.com 16.07.15. Customer will pay in euro and exchange sterling themselves for best value.

The Finest Venue

Breathtaking Décor

Food to die for..

Provided by the North West of Ireland’s ‘Premier Wedding Décor Specialist’, Noreen Drein.

The Glenveagh Suite Suitable for 60 to 600 guests.

The Great Room Suitable for 100 to 300 guests.

Each suite has their own private bar, r, air conditioning and are all wheelchair accessible.

Our creative, talented Chefs will create a bespoke menu We can ensure your wedding Décor will be both stunning, unique and memorable.

Every design we create for you is special.

Your menu will be decided at your tasting with our team, nothing is impossible and as regards food, all the dishes we produce are locally sourced & homemade.

We invite newly engaged couples to view our beautiful wedding set up’s, call us today and we can schedule a time to suit you!

Donegal’s Premier Wedding Venue

Ballyraine, Letterkenny, County Donegal Tel: 00 353 74 91 22700

www.mounterrigal.com

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The Swilly Suite at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel

The recently renovated Swilly Suite at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel can now accommodate up to 150 guests.

With private bar, dance floor, air conditioning and decorated in subtle romantic lilac and cream tones it matches any colour scheme for your special day.

Our location offers a unique and scenic setting with views over sun, sea and scenery.

For weddings with larger numbers we also have our Lisfannon Suite available which can

accommodate up to 450 guests but keep to our promise of only one wedding per day.

Our new Wedding package offers a choice of up to 11 bands with DJ and choice of wedding cake. Bands include The Hitmen, Superstition, Liberty, The Yetis and many more.

Contact us for more information or to book a show around of our facilities.

Lisa & Cathal Pictured after their wedding at St Patrick’s Church, Castlederg are Miss Lisa Orr, daughter of Dessie and Maureen Orr and Mr Cathal Taggart son of Michael and Yvonne Taggart.

The couple continued their celebrations with family and friends at the Silver Tassie, Letterkenny.

Photograph by Alan Coulter, Castlederg

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INISHOWEN GATEWAY Summer Wedding Package 2016

£5000/£6500 For 120 guests...

Package includes: ~ Champagne Reception for all guests on arrival ~ Use of private guest bar before meal ~ Five Course Evening meal ~ Evening Buffet ~ Room dressing ~ Choice of Wedding Band plus DJ ~ Wedding Cake ~ Choice of banqueting suites available Package converted at a rate of 35% exchange.

Please contact us today to arrange a wedding showaround of our recently renovated banqueting suites

+ 353 (0) 74 93 61144 or email: sales@inishowengateway.com to arrange an appointment.

Inishowen Gateway Hotel Railway Road, Buncrana, Inishowen, County Donegal

+ 353 (0) 74 93 61144 www.inishowengatewayhotel.com sales@inishowengateway.com

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The Wedding Bliss 12 Month Planner We hope you are enjoying our com7 months to go… prehensive wedding guide for 2015, • Book transport to the wedding venue and on to 16 pages filled with advice, ser- the reception for you and your bridal party (as vices and Hotels that are amongst well as a car to take you to your first-night hotel the best in Ireland and all here in or the airport).

• Order your wedding cake. the North West!

• Choose and order wedding favours.

We have a very useful month by month planner/ guide to keep you right in the year before your 6 months to go… big day arrives, please take your time and avail of • Remind your fiancé to get his and the usher’s all the services and Hotels available to you in this outfits. guide. Good luck!

• Choose gifts for the wedding party.

• Pick your wedding rings.

• Confirm the order of service with your priest or 12 months to go... registrar, then have guest booklets printed. If you have a choir, they need copies, too.

• Have the budget conversation with your fiancé and your parents.

• Fix a date and time.

5 months to go…

• Decide on guest numbers.

• Go honeymoon shopping (Remember summer • Visit reception venues and book one as soon as clothes aren’t easy to find in the winter and vice possible. versa!).

• Buy wedding insurance.

• Book a hairdresser and style consultation (do this earlier if you’re planning to grow your hair).

• Book your make-up artist and trial appoint11 months to go... ments.

• Send save-the-dates.

• Book your photographer and videographer 4 months to go…

(Make sure the church or wedding venue allows photos and videos to be shot!).

• If you’re changing your name, renew your • Book the caterer, DJ and/or band. passport now or do it after you have your hon• Make appointments to try on wedding dresses. eymoon. the officiating minister or registrar will sign the form.

10 months to go...

• Find out if you need visas or inoculations for • Choose your attendants - bridesmaids, ushers your honeymoon. and best man etc.

• Discuss hen and stag night plans with your • Decide on your dress (allow at least six months friends. for a made-to-measure dress to be delivered).

• Choose and order your bridesmaid’s outfits.

3 months to go…

• Start thinking about a honeymoon, including the costs, season and flights.

• Pick a company and start gift-list window shopping!

9 months to go…

• Book for a colour (if you get your hair coloured) and a trim.

• Find a florist and discuss your flowers, including buttonholes, bouquets and arrangements for the • Organise a rehearsal and inform those who will need to be there. church and reception venue.

• Attend a reading of the banns, if you’ll marry in • Taste and confirm your menu and drinks with a church. your caterer.

• Choose and order your bridesmaid outfits.

8 months to go…

• If you’re getting married in a church, discuss readings with the minister or priest and music with the musicians.

• If it’s a civil ceremony, esquire about what readings and music are permitted.

• Order invitations and envelopes (allow one invitation per married couple or family), plus place cards, menus and a seating plan.

Choosing the perfect wedding dress.

2 months to go…

• Send out invitations six weeks before the day and keep a list of acceptances.

• Check that your fiancé has organised the rings, his wedding clothes, and your first-night hotel.

• Try on your whole wedding outfit, including headdress, shoes and underwear. Forgotten anything? Get it!.

• Book any other beauty treatments (nails, fake tans, etc.)

Ensure that the biggest day of your life is perfect & stress free with some carefull planning.

1 month to go…

• Confirm numbers with caterers and do the seating plan.

• Discuss special requests with your band or DJ. • Order honeymoon currency and traveller’s Money Cards.

• Visit the hairdresser to try out hairstyles with your veil and tiara, and have your final cut and colour.

• Have your hen and stag nights - after all that running around, it’s time to party!

Wedding rings are so important.

Wedding Day Flowers.

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Station House Hotel...

the ideal place to make your wedding dreams come true!

Choosing the venue for the biggest day of your life is so important and the Station House Hotel is second to none for celebrating your wedding and at the same time creating those life-long beautiful memories in a beautiful setting, tailor-made for your perfect wedding day dreams.

Shiloe Gormley Wedding Coordinator / Sales and Marketing Manager has a wealth of experience and knowledge when it comes to planning and executing a professional and memorable venue candlelight in our Glenswilly Suite for your wedding day. which offers a romantic and elegant ambience. tality as well as a Sommelier with 13 The Station House is a professional years of extensive experience within the family run hotel that not only provides a hotel industry having previously held deluxe wedding setting, but also offers a roles in the Clanree Hotel in Letterkenny, personal touch and traditional approach Brooks Hotel of Dublin’s Grafton Street to your wedding day.

Quarter, Jury’s Inn Custom House and The Mount Errigal Hotel before joining With warm hospitality and impeccable the team of the Station House Hotel in service and mouth watering menus 2012 as a Food and Beverage Manager combined with a dedicated team to assist you with the planning of everything Wedding Experience down to the smallest detail so that you and your guests will enjoy an unforget- Throughout her career she has successfully hosted and delivered over 800 table experience together.

From small and intimate to large weddings catering up to 250 guests and the ability to host Civil Ceremonies, our beautifully appointed suite offers beauti-

weddings each event tailor-made and unique to suit the wedding couple’s requirements.

Shiloe said: “It’s a great privilege to be involved in so many happy occasions and we look forward to many more, the long established standards of excellent service by our accomplished team and our attention to detail makes the Station House Hotel the perfect venue for your wedding day.

“Come and visit the Station House Hotel and meet the team, we encourage all to explore our three newly designed should you have your own ideas. experience by granting you the wedding you have always dreamed off.”

“The long established standards of excellent service by our accomplished team and our attention to detail makes the Station House Hotel the perfect venue for your wedding day” Shiloe Gormley - Sales & Marketing Manager

Wedding Packages

From €35 Catering for up to 250 Guests Tradition | Style | Ambience Renowned for our Personal Touch, Warm & inviting Welcome and Delivering Value where it matters

Weddings at the Station House ...fond memories forever Station House Hotel Letterkenny Lower Main Street, Letterkenny, County Donegal

Telephone +353 (0) 7491 23100 www.stationhouseletterkenny.com

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4* Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny – the Ultimate Wedding Venue Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny is the ultimate choice when choosing a four star wedding venue for your perfect wedding day. With only one wedding per day the hotel offers you the stunning Carnegie Suite as the ideal wedding venue in the North West of Ireland.

The Radisson Blu Hotel Letterkenny, believe in making it as easy as possible to plan your big day. Using years of experience and a carefully designed collection of packages, the hotel caters to suit all budgets and tastes. Each package incorporates delectable wedding menus prepared especially by the Executive Chef using the very best locally sourced fine foods and ingredients. In addition, all wedding couples enjoy a wide selection of complimentary extras as standard.

for overnight stay on the night of the wedding reception, along with a host of special extras for €8,599 for 120 guests, or €7,299 in December & January.

After Party Bonus

As an added bonus, all the wedding packages include an After Party for fifty guests to continue the celebrations, and for all new wedding bookings for January, February and March 2016 or 2017, the whole wedding party will receive a complimentary sparkling toast to make Packages range from €45 - €65 per your speeches extra special. person and are fully tailorable. The hotel’s ‘All Inclusive’ Package is Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny designed to take the stress out of has weddings All Wrapped Up, planning your big day by includ- with the knowledge and expertise ing your Wedding Cake, Flowers & to ensure your big day is everything Photographer, while giving the flex- that it deserves to be. The experiibility to choose exactly what you enced banqueting team will work with you from beginning to end desire for your wedding. with precision and style to ensure an The inclusive package elements exceptional level of service. include champagne reception for the wedding couple, arrival drinks “We look forward to continuing our reception and homemade cook- mission of adding value all year ies for all of your wedding guests, round and giving our customers 5 course banquet including wine, both old and new, only the highest evening buffet, four complimentary levels of service and attention at guest bedrooms & the wedding suite prices to suit all.”

Pure Excellence at Harvey’s Point

It really is Love at first sight. The magnificent Lakeshore Wedding setting, the elegant Ballroom on the water’s edge, our Palatial Suites, are but a few good reasons to choose Harvey’s Point.

Add to this the warmest of Donegal welcomes, out of this World Food and Service, all combined make this the most Wonderful Venue in Ireland for your Special Day. We are proud of our Hotel. It is set in beautiful landscaped Gardens that enjoy a panoramic view from every window overlooking Lough Eske. In fact we have been making dreams come true for the past 25 years of first class excellence in Hotel keeping!

The ethos of Harvey’s Point shines at every turn...never more in evidence than when dealing with the Team.

From your personal Wedding Planner through to every level of Staff in Harvey’s Point, you will be met with sheer excellence.

Nothing is too much trouble.

Each and every one of the Staff go that extra mile to ensure the memory of the day is as you wish it to be - wonderful!

Arlene & Kieran Pictured after their wedding at Ardstraw Parish Church, Newtownstewart are Miss Arlene Walker & Mr Kieran McLoughlin. The couple held their reception afterwards alongside family & friends at the Mellon Country Hotel. Photograph by Lauren Coulter,Castlederg

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Jackson’s Hotel launch ‘All Inclusive’ Wedding packages

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Jackson’s Hotel Ballybofey has long been synonymous with hosting some of the best weddings in the North West.

It boasts a reputation for great food, a warm welcome and friendly efficient staff.

The beautiful Finn Suite with sweeping stair case entrance sets the scene for the most magical wedding day. Situated alongside Drumboe Woods overlooking the River Finn, Brides and Groom’s are spoiled with a choice of fantastic backdrops for stunning wedding photographs.

Jackson’s Hotel has its own walled garden and private rooftop terrace.

The Wedding Showcase Event takes

place on Monday August 31st from 4-8 pm with fashion shows, live band, bride to be pamper zone, giveaways, 2 floors of exhibitors & much more.

The hotel has recently launched its ‘All Inclusive Wedding Package’ which includes cake, flowers and photographer along with a host of extra’s from the hotel.

We recommend that you book a show around of the hotel with their dedicated wedding co-ordinator, for more information email weddings@jacksonshotel.ie or call 00353749131021

By David McKnight 26 Woodend Road Strabane 02871 880754 / 07595357785

Wedding cakes by David McKnight is a family run business with a tailor made service, enabling you to match your cake to the colour scheme and theme of your entire wedding. David McKnight is the creative talent behind the cakes, with over 35 years experience as a master baker making beautiful cakes throughout Ireland.

It is our mission to provide the perfect cake, at a low cost price but at the highest of standards. Our service is personal, stress free and straight forward.

Whether you are choosing a one tier, five tier, chocolate or cupcake cake, wedding cakes by David McKnight will form a fantastic centrepiece for your wedding reception and make that ‘cutting the cake’ photograph a memory for a lifetime.

www.weddingcakesni.co.uk

Lyndsey & Andrew Pictured after their wedding at Artigarvan Presbyterian Church are Miss Lyndsey Milligan, daughter of Lillian and David and Mr Andrew Brown, son of Sarah and Robert Brown. Afterwards the couple celebrated their marriage with all their guests at the Villa Rose Hotel, Ballybofey.

Photograph by Lauren Coulter, Castlederg

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Jackson’s Hotel & LEISURE CENTRE Ballybofey | Co. Donegal

Wedding Showcase

Monday 31st A ug 4 - 8pm

Your Dream Wedding Day Awaits • Situated on the River Finn & Drumboe Woods • Approved Civil Ceremony Venue Jackson’s Hotel, Ballybofey, County Donegal For Further Details please call: +353 (0)74-9131021 www.Jacksonshotel.ie | weddings@jacksonshotel.ie

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Discover the wedding dress of your dreams!

Did you ever see a bride with an absolutely stunning wedding dress and wonder where did she get her dress?

Dessy Dress

Benjamin Roberts offers a delightful collection of beautiful, elegant and detailed dresses making sure there is something for everyone. There are three collections, Tia, Benjamin Roberts and Gorgeous with Curves as well as their jackets and accessories. With stockists all over the UK, you can get your hands on a Benjamin Roberts dream dress near you. www.benjaminroberts.co.uk

Justin Alexander

Maggie Sottero

Dessy Dessy is an online retailer that has a phenomenal choice of bridal and bridesmaid dresses. There is a vast choice of colours and styles that will leave you spoilt for choice. Dessy also offer a try on

Justin Alexander Dress

Benjamin Roberts

Well this year the team at the Herald did our homework to find some of the most amazing dress designers around, have a read then check the websites of each designer. You will be the envy of your friends wearing one of these dresses on your big day!

The first thing you need to figure out is what style and silhouette suits you, there is so much choice from princess style to asymmetrical draped dresses, backless to strapless dresses and then a whole lot of wedding dress colours not as obvious as white to choose from. Another important decision is the fabric, would you like a lace or silk satin dress and how heavy would the embellishments be?

Maggie Sottero is an international brand providing stunning wedding dresses to brides all over the world. The brand renown’s itself on fit, style and quality to provide each individual bride and perfect experience with a Maggie gown. Maggie Sottero’s mission is ‘’to make dreams a reality for every Maggie Sottero bride by delivering innovative designs, quality and best-in-class service’’ www.maggiesottero.com

to make you feel like a princess for the day. There are boutiques all over the UK, Romania and Saudi Arabia that sell Alfred Angelo bridal gowns so you are sure to find a stockist near you or online. www.alfredangelobridal.co.uk

Justin Alexander is an international brand with a collection of stunning, cutting edge designs that would flatter any bride. With stockists all over the world, Justin Alexander bridal gowns can be found in boutiques in your area. They also offer an exquisite range of accessories including bridal belts, embroidered sleeve caps and jackets. www.justinalexanderbridal.com

service which is brilliant if you are unsure how a dress would look and especially if there is more than one design you like! And best of all, Dessy deliver worldwide so no matter where you are, you Forever Yours can have gorgeous dresses sent straight to your Forever Yours has created gorgeous ranges for you to choose from whatever the occasion. Whether door. you are getting married, the bridesmaid, mother www.dessy.com of the bride or groom or the flower girl, Forever Yours have a beautiful selection for you to choose from. With stockists all over the world, you can Alfred Angelo Alfred Angelo designs wedding dresses which are find a bridal boutique near you to find the perfect inspired by Disney princess characters. They offer dress. a wide range of stunning dresses what will be sure www.foreveryourscheshire.co.uk

Monica & Neil Pictured after their wedding at St Mary’s Church, Killyclogher are Miss Monica McLoughlin and Mr Neil Thompson. The couple continued their celebration with family and friends after at the Mellon Country Hotel.

Photograph by Lauren Coulter, Castlederg.

Caroline Castigliano

Caroline Castigliano specialises in classically understated dresses with perfect corsetry and stunning designs. With six stores around the UK and several stockists around the world, CC is a growing international brand. Make sure you look out for her up and coming events posted on the website for a chance to find the perfect wedding dress. www.carolinecastigliano.co.uk

Judith Gary Pictured after their Wedding in Castlederg Methodist church are Miss Judith Young, daughter of Gary & Vivien Young and Mr Gary McCreery, son of Albert & Kathleen McCreery.

The happy couple continued their celebrations at the Roe Park resort, Limivady.

Photograph by, Lauren Coulter Castlederg

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New Treats in Store for Brides at Kee’s Hotel 2015 has been a busy year for Kee’s Hotel in Stranorlar who recently celebrate 120 years of ownership across four generations.

One exciting new development is The Terrace Garden, directly adjacent to The Terrace Ballroom. With original features such as the arched door entrance, a lantern-lit covered walkway from hotel to Ballroom and the lovely wrought iron pagoda, guests can now enjoy outdoor drinks receptions.

These interesting architectural features create the perfect backdrop for any wedding photographer. In the evening, the Terrace becomes a romantic and atmospheric space.

Vintage Wedding Package

Lorraine & Harry Pictured after their wedding at the Guild Hall, Derry are Miss Lorraine Conroy and Mr Harry Kennedy. The couple held their reception alongside family and friends at the Red Castle Hotel, Donegal. Photograph by Lauren Coulter, Castlederg

Kee’s Hotel has also introduced a Vintage Wedding Package offering incredible value at just €39.50 per person. Available Off Season and Midweek for 2016 and 2017, it includes red carpet champagne and cocktail reception, tea and coffee on arrival with biscuits, scones or finger sandwiches. Also included is a five course meal with wine and evening reception with finger buffet.

Additional elements built into the price are chair covers and bows, bridal suite and

bedrooms for parents, two night break on the 1st Anniversary.

With all these years of experience welcoming guests and catering for their every need, it is no surprise that brides and grooms have been choosing Kee’s Hotel as their preferred Wedding Venue for generations and very often generations within the same local families.

HOTEL, LEISURE & WELLNESS CENTRE E S T. 1 8 4 5

e r y a F g n i d d e W 13th September 2015 From 3pm - 6pm • Admission Free

Kee’s Hotel, Stranorlar/Ballybofey, County Donegal Tel: 00353 74 9131018 • Email: info@keeshotel.ie • www.keeshotel.ie

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Autumn

Wedding Showcase October 2015

LICENSED TO HOLD CIVIL CEREMONIES STUNNING LAKESIDE SETTING OVERLOOKING LOUGH ERNE STATELY ARCHITECTURE CREATES A MAJESTIC BACKDROP

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Perfect for pre/post Wedding Events & Hen/Stag celebrations.

EXCLUSIVE WEDDING PACKAGES FOR REMAINING 2016 DATES!!

Please Call Us: 028 6862 2200 Quote ‘Herald’ Manor House Country Hotel, Killadeas, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, N. Ireland BT94 1NY Tel: + 44 (0)28 6862 2200 www.manorhousecountryhotel.com weddings@manorhousecountryhotel.com