Jul 12
Welcome Party
6 PM
Welcome
We can't wait to celebrate with you in Ireland. Below you'll find everything you need for our time at Bellingham Castle — travel, accommodations, transportation, celebration details, and RSVP information.
Jul 13
Wedding
4 PM
Venue
Bellingham Castle
County Louth
RSVP
March 1
2027
The Celebration
The Wedding Celebration
Monday
July 12, 2027
Welcome Party
6:00 PM · Bellingham Castle
Please join us for drinks, food, and music as we kick off our wedding celebration at Bellingham Castle.
Dress Code
Upscale Evening Attire
Dressy, polished evening attire is encouraged. Cocktail dresses, elevated separates, jackets, and dress shirts are all appropriate. Ties are optional.
Children are welcome at the Welcome Party.
Tuesday
July 13, 2027
Wedding Ceremony
4:00 PM · Bellingham Castle
We are so excited to celebrate our wedding surrounded by the people we love most.
Dress Code
Black Tie Optional
Gentlemen are encouraged to wear a tuxedo or dark formal suit with a tie. Ladies may wear a floor-length gown, formal midi dress, or elevated cocktail attire.
Complimentary transportation will depart Fairways Hotel Dundalk at 3:15 PM for the Wedding at Bellingham Castle. Guests staying at the castle are kindly asked to arrive wedding-ready.
Travel
Getting to Bellingham Castle from Dublin Airport
Most guests will fly into Dublin Airport (DUB), which is the most convenient airport for reaching Bellingham Castle.
We recommend arriving in Ireland no later than July 11, 2027 so you have time to settle in before the Welcome Party.
Ireland Essentials
Good to Know
- Currency
- Euro (€)
- Power
- Type G plugs · 230V
- Driving
- Drive on the left
- Weather
- Irish summer weather can change quickly — bring a light layer and rain jacket.
- Time Zone
- Ireland is 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles in July.
Accommodations
Where to Stay
Designated Off-Site Wedding Hotel
Fairways Hotel Dundalk
Fairways Hotel Dundalk is our designated off-site hotel for guests not staying at Bellingham Castle or on the Bellingham Estate. Wedding shuttle transportation will be provided between Fairways Hotel Dundalk and Bellingham Castle at scheduled times.
Room rate and booking details will be added here as soon as they are confirmed.
View Fairways HotelFairways Hotel Dundalk
Wedding Transportation
Complimentary scheduled transportation will be provided between Fairways Hotel Dundalk and Bellingham Castle for both the Welcome Party and Wedding Day.
On the Estate
Staying at the Castle
Guests staying at Bellingham Castle may arrive from 2:00 PM on Monday, July 12. Bedroom check-in begins at 3:00 PM. The Welcome Party begins at 6:00 PM.
Accommodation at Bellingham Castle is limited and individually allocated. Rooms cannot be booked independently. Christian & Paige will contact guests directly regarding room arrangements.
Bellingham Estate — On Castle Grounds. A small number of guests will stay in the estate houses on the castle grounds; we will be in touch personally with those guests.
Other Accommodation. Guests may also arrange their own accommodation if preferred. Scheduled wedding transportation will be provided between Fairways Hotel Dundalk and Bellingham Castle. Guests staying elsewhere should plan their own transportation to and from Bellingham Castle.
Getting Around
Wedding Transportation
Complimentary scheduled transportation will be provided between Fairways Hotel Dundalk and Bellingham Castle for both the Welcome Party and Wedding Day.
Welcome Party
Monday, July 12
To Bellingham
Fairways → Bellingham Castle
- 5:15 PM
Return to Fairways
Bellingham Castle → Fairways
- 9:30 PM
- 11:00 PMFinal Shuttle
Wedding Day
Tuesday, July 13
To Bellingham
Fairways → Bellingham Castle
- 3:15 PM
Return to Fairways
Bellingham Castle → Fairways
- 11:00 PM
- 12:30 AM
- 2:00 AMFinal Shuttle
Boarding begins 10 minutes before each departure and shuttles depart promptly at the times listed. Please be at the pick-up point by boarding time.
Little Ones
Children
Welcome Party
Children are warmly welcome at the Welcome Party.
Wedding Day
The Wedding Day ceremony and reception will be adults-only (18+), with the exception of children of immediate family who have been specifically invited.
Childcare
For guests traveling with children, supervised childcare, activities and food will be available during the Wedding Day. Please let us know through your RSVP if you’ll require childcare.
Please Read
A Note About Outside Alcohol
Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited at Bellingham Castle, including in guest rooms.
Any outside alcohol may result in charges being added to the wedding account, so we kindly ask all guests to enjoy the bar service provided by the Castle.
Explore Ireland
Making a trip of it?
If you’re arriving a little early or staying a few days after the wedding, there’s plenty to explore — from Dublin and Ireland’s Ancient East to the west coast and Northern Ireland.
Here are a few of our favorite ideas.
Dublin
Perfect for a day or two before or after the wedding.
Dublin is compact, walkable and easy to explore over a couple of days. Wander the city, stop for a pint, hear some live music and leave plenty of time for a long lunch or dinner.
Temple Bar
Wander the cobbled streets of Temple Bar and stop for a pint at The Temple Bar or one of the neighborhood’s many pubs. It’s lively and touristy, but still worth experiencing at least once.
For a quieter pint, wander a few streets beyond the main Temple Bar strip.
Grafton Street
Stroll Grafton Street for shops, cafés and street musicians, then continue into St. Stephen’s Green.
Trinity College & the Book of Kells
Walk through Trinity College and see the Book of Kells and the historic Long Room.
Learn MoreAdvance booking recommendedHave a Pint in a Classic Dublin Pub
Part of the fun of Dublin is simply finding a great pub, ordering a pint and settling in for a while.
The Long Hall · Kehoe’s · Neary’s · The Palace Bar · Mulligan’s
Dublin Castle & Georgian Dublin
Walk through Dublin Castle, then wander through the Georgian streets around Merrion Square and Fitzwilliam Square.
St. Stephen’s Green
A beautiful spot to slow down between Grafton Street, lunch and a pint.
Howth
Take the train out to the coast for harbour views, seafood and a cliff walk.
Kilmainham Gaol
One of Ireland’s most important historic sites and one of Dublin’s most memorable visits.
Learn MoreAdvance booking strongly recommendedGuinness Storehouse
Learn the story behind Guinness and finish with a pint overlooking Dublin from the Gravity Bar.
A Perfect Day in Dublin
Start with coffee and a walk through Trinity College, wander down Grafton Street and through St. Stephen’s Green, stop for a long lunch, explore Georgian Dublin, then finish the afternoon with a pint at a classic pub. Head toward Temple Bar in the evening for dinner, music and one more pint.
An Evening in Dublin
Dublin is at its best when you leave a little room for spontaneity — dinner, a traditional pub, live music and a walk through the city after dark.
Near Bellingham
Easy day trips while you’re in County Louth.
Brú na Bóinne / Newgrange
One of Ireland’s great ancient sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Newgrange predates both Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids.
Advance booking is essential. Visits to Newgrange begin at the Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre.
Learn MoreAdvance booking essentialSlane
Explore the Hill of Slane, Slane Castle and the surrounding Boyne Valley.
Carlingford
A beautiful medieval village between the mountains and Carlingford Lough. Come for the scenery, harbour, walks, pubs and famous oysters.
Boyne Valley
A landscape filled with ancient monuments, historic ruins and some of Ireland’s oldest stories — an excellent choice for a relaxed day of exploring.
If You Have a Few Extra Days
Galway & the Cliffs of Moher
Best as an overnight or two-night extension rather than a day trip from Bellingham. Spend some time in Galway and explore the spectacular west coast and Cliffs of Moher.
Driving from the Dundalk/Bellingham area to the Cliffs takes roughly four hours each way, so we recommend making this part of a longer west-coast trip.
Belfast & the Giant’s Causeway
Head north for Belfast, then continue along the coast to the Giant’s Causeway — one of Ireland’s most dramatic landscapes and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Wicklow & Glendalough
South of Dublin, the Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough offer lakes, mountain scenery and one of Ireland’s most famous early monastic settlements.
These are simply a few ideas if you’d like to explore more of Ireland while you’re here. Schedules, opening hours and availability may change, so please confirm details directly before traveling.
Kindly Respond
Find Your Invitation
Kindly RSVP by March 1, 2027. If you’re able to respond sooner, we’d greatly appreciate it.
Your information will only be used to coordinate our wedding and related travel, accommodation, dining, childcare and transportation arrangements.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend arriving no later than July 11, 2027.
Dublin Airport (DUB) is the most convenient airport.
Monday, July 12, 2027 at 6:00 PM at Bellingham Castle.
Upscale Evening Attire. Cocktail dresses, elevated separates, jackets, and dress shirts are all appropriate. Ties are optional.
Yes, children are welcome at the Welcome Party.
Tuesday, July 13, 2027 at 4:00 PM at Bellingham Castle.
Black Tie Optional. Gentlemen are encouraged to wear a tuxedo or dark formal suit with a tie. Ladies may wear a floor-length gown, formal midi dress, or elevated cocktail attire.
Yes. The ceremony and reception are adults-only (18+), with the exception of children of immediate family who have been specifically invited. Childcare will be provided.
Fairways Hotel Dundalk is our designated off-site wedding hotel for guests not staying at Bellingham Castle or on the Bellingham Estate, with scheduled wedding shuttle transportation to and from the castle.
Bellingham Castle has only 28 rooms, and accommodation is individually allocated. Christian & Paige will contact guests directly regarding room arrangements.
Yes. Complimentary scheduled shuttle transportation will be provided between Fairways Hotel Dundalk and Bellingham Castle for the Welcome Party and Wedding Day. Please see the transportation schedule above for departure times.
Guests may access the Castle and grounds from 2:00 PM. Bedroom check-in begins at 3:00 PM and cannot be guaranteed earlier.
No. Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited at Bellingham Castle, including in guest rooms. Any outside alcohol may result in charges being added to the wedding account.
March 1, 2027.
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Questions
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