St Anne's Cathedral

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Ceremony

The Next Day

Sunday 4th May

A Wee Dip

There’ll be a few brave folk headed for a sea swim at Ballygally Beach the next morning. Let’s say 8.15am!

Tessies

Once you’ve checked out and had your Ulster fry, drive on round the coast and join us for pizza and pints in Tessie’s bar (officially ‘Anglers Arms, Ballycastle’ on Google maps). We’ll be there from around 2pm onwards and would love to see you again before we head on our mini-moon!

Our Wedding

Our Story

Photos

Wedding Party

Timeline of the day

12.00: Please be seated in the cathedral12.15: Ceremony begins13:15: Group photo on cathedral steps (weather permitting)15.00: Drinks and nibbles at Hillmount House17.00: Seated for dinner and speeches20.30: Dancing begins!00.00: The party ends

Q + A

We have lots of rooms reserved at the Ballygally Castle Hotel, a short distance from our venue. The hotel have given us a special wedding rate which you can avail of by quoting '707636' (very catchy!) when booking. These rooms are reserved at this rate up until 22nd March 2025.

Ballygally Castle Hotel

We have organised a coach to collect guests from the Ballygally Hotel at 2.45pm and bring you to Hillmount House in time for the first pour! The coach will return to the Ballygally Hotel shortly after midnight, once the party has ended. If you want a seat on the coach please let us know in your RSVP or send us a message (Clare: 07513495241, Patrick: 07737024146).

Your Carriage Awaits

Taxis

If you need a taxi we highly recommend booking in advance. Larne Taxis:Bills Taxi: 07709572056LA Cabs: 02828274414AB Cabs: 02828273739Millbrae Cabs: 078040374045AA Taxis: 02828277888Ace and Dots: 02828277777Harbour Taxis: 02828275131 Belfast Taxis:Fonacab: 02890333333Valuecabs: 02890809080Uber is also available in Belfast City Centre only

Parking

There is ample free parking for the ceremony in the cathedral car parks (located on either side of the cathedral). Just be aware that the barrier will close later in the day and will require a pass to open it!

There are a number of other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Below are just few: Derrin Guest House: www.derrinhouse.co.ukBallygally Apartments: www.ballygallyapartments.comThe Harbour Inn Hotel: www.theharbourinnlarne.comCurran Court: www.currancourthotel.co.ukPremier Inn Carrickfergus: www.premierinn.com There are also numerous options in Belfast City Centre which may be helpful for those staying the night before.

Air BnBs and Hotels

Travel

Things to Do

Gifts

Food

Our new friend Roger is going to cook us some incredible food throughout the day!We're planning a BBQ feast and hope there will be something for everyone so, no need to pick options in advance.Just make sure to let us know of any dietary requirements.

CanapésIrish smoked salmon and smoked dulse mayo on Guinness wheaten scones Atlantic jumbo prawns sautéed in garlic and chilli Slow roasted cherry tomato and Irish goat’s cheese tartlet Smoked chicken Caesar with Finnebrogue bacon Mini duck and vegetable spring rolls with plum and sweet chilli dips Sweet potato falafel sliders with slaw, garlic mayo, houmous and sriracha Scones: Raspberry and White Chocolate, Vanilla, Pear and Almond Wedding Cake StarterHome-baked breads with tapenade, pesto and whipped herb butter Buffet MainsIrish chicken supremes Melt-in-your-mouth Irish mature feather-blade beef Whole sides of Howth Salmon, hot smoked with Bushmills Pork belly marinated in bourbon, honey and paprika Fondant sweet potato with roast red pepper and seared halloumi SidesDauphinoise potatoes Baby potatoes with rosemary and sea salt Seared Mediterranean vegetables A variety of salads to include:Orzo pesto saladJapanese potato saladTriple wild rice salad with fresh peasBroccoli and carrot salad with toasted pumpkin seeds DessertA plate of minis: Belgian chocolate fondant mini-pud with orange segmentMini MeringueZingy raspberry cheesecakeLemon Torte with coulisQuenelle of cream Evening BuffetIrish bacon loins sliced to order in warm brioche buns Chips with curry sauce Award winning Irish cheeses, fresh fruit, Causeway biscuits and homemade chutney.