WEDDING AND RECEPTION VENUE:
Dromoland Castle


FLIGHTS:
We have tried to calculate the average cost of flights from various departure cities in the US (where our family is mainly located) to Dublin airport during and around the month of August; however, Shannon airport is another option that is closer to the castle.


Most round trip tickets (on average) range in price from $400-$1,000, depending on how late you book and in what cabin.


In the past, we have found great luck using the site Going.com. You do have to pay a membership fee, but they also offer a free trial.
Warning: it is INSANE the deals you can get on Going.com, and you might find yourself doing a TON of travel because the deals are hard to resist. Don't say we didn't warn you...


WHERE TO STAY:
The most convenient place to stay would be at Dromoland Castle. They have reserved a block of rooms for the wedding, so when you call or email, please tell them you are booking for the Dunford Wright wedding. You will then get 20% off all the room rates. You will not get this rate, however, if you book online. You can call +353 61 368144 or email reservations@dromoland.ie 


The Inn at Dromoland is less expensive and is just down the road. There is a one way shuttle that will take guests from the Castle to the Inn the night of the wedding. They are also holding a block of rooms for us at a discounted rate.
You can phone +353 61 368161 or email reservations@theinnatdromoland.ie and quote the group reference number (363578) or mention Alex, Landon, or the Dunford Wright wedding.


Treacys Oakwood Hotel is giving a discount to our guests at the following rate:
€189.00 Single Bed and Breakfast
€209.00 Double Bed and Breakfast
€229.00 Triple Bed and Breakfast


To reserve, email: brian@thshannon.com and quote reference number 217092


The Carriage Houses offers a 10% discount to those staying two nights or more. Book on their website.


Here is a list of other options that are near Dromoland. This certainly isn't an exhaustive list; it doesn't include the numerous Vrbo and AirBnB options in Shannon and Limerick.


GETTING TO DROMOLAND:
View Maps and Directions


In the past, we have flown into Dublin and then rented a car from Dublin to Dromoland. It takes between 2 and 2.5 hours.


There are also many trains that you can take from Dublin to Limerick.
From Limerick you can take the bus (detailed below), or a taxi or ride share.


We recommend the app FreeNow, which is the main app used for ride sharing and taxi services.


There is also the option to take a plane, train, or bus from Dublin to Shannon. Shannon is a close taxi ride away from Dromoland.


If you would like a car or shuttle to pick you up from the Shannon airport, Dromoland recommends Glynn's Coaches and Pat Keogh Chauffeur Services.


Arriving From Dublin
From Dublin, there are links to our nearest town, Ennis.
Trains are available from Houston Station, Dublin to Ennis Train station with a transfer in Athenry.
There are also bus links from Dublin City South, Burgh Quay departing every half hour arriving to Ennis Bus Station.


Arriving From Limerick
The 343 is an hourly bus service that departs from The Strand Hotel Limerick that will drop you to the bus stop right outside the front gate of the Castle.


Arriving From Galway
The hourly bus service, 343 runs from Galway Bus Station to our nearest town of Ennis.


Arriving From Ennis 
The hourly bus service, 343 runs hourly from Ennis Bus Station to the bus stop outside the front gate of Dromoland Castle.
 
If you are arriving to us by public transport, please do call ahead to our reception to arrange a lift from the bus stop outside the gate to drop you into reception.