frequently asked questions
We can suggest suppliers for everything you may need including flowers, decor, audio/visual equipment and entertainment to ensure your wedding day is just as you have always wanted.
HIRE FEE
Q. What does the hire fee include?
The Hire Fee guarantees exclusive use of the Barn, the Garden Room, Walled garden and Boat House by the lake for you and your Guests on the day of your Wedding, it also covers the use of the Barn for Breakfast on the day after the Wedding. Also included in the Hire Fee is the use of the Courtesy Buses to transport guests between venues on the Day and to drop guests back to their accommodation on site when the Barn closes, also the lighting of all stoves in the Glamping Accommodation. The Hire Fee also includes all Crockery, Glassware, Cutlery, Antique candelabras and candles for the dressing of the dining tables.
THE BARN
Q. Is the Barn heated?
Both sides of the Atrium and Barn are heated with large Industrial Gas heaters suspended from the ceiling. We also light the Stoves in the Barn and the Garden Room if required.
Q. What are the dimensions of the Barn?
Upper barn 25ft x 48ft
Lower barn 22ft x 48ft
Q. When is the Barn and Chapel available for decorating?
The Barn and Chapel will be available from 3pm until 6pm the day before your wedding so you can add your own personal touches.
Q. What size are the tables in the Barn?
Each table is 7ft x 2ft and seats 6-8 people
Q. How do you arrange the tables for the meal?
We will provide you with a Table plan reflecting guests numbers in advance of your arrival.
Q: Are children allowed in the Barn at night?
In accordance with the Intoxicating Liquor Act of 2008, Children may remain in a licensed premises between the hours of 10.30am to 9pm only (10pm from May to September inclusive).
ACCOMMODATION
Q. How do I book accommodation on site?
Please email your accommodation request to hello@mountdruid.ie or alternatively you call the office during business hours on 044 9226679.
Eleanor & Margaret will be delighted to assist with any queries you may have.
Q. Do I allocate my guests to on-site accommodation?
No – you can let Margaret or Eleanor know which accommodation you would like to reserve for both families and the wedding party. Once this is taken care of, your guests are at liberty to book their own accommodation.
Q. Do I need to bring anything if I’m staying overnight?
Yes – Please bring your own Towels and toiletries
Q. Where do we have access to power on site.
Granny’s Lounge (communal lounge area) is centrally located and has full power. The Powder Van (suitable for hair and Make up) has full power also.
The Boathouse and Barn have full power and sockets available to charge phones.
Q. Is the accommodation suitable for guests to stay in all year round?
Yes, All of the Glamping Units of Accommodation have a Wood Burning stove. Mount Druid staff light all fires and keep them topped up until Guests return to their accommodation. All Path ways are lit up at night and All beds are freshly dressed immediately in advance of your guests arrival. All of the Houses have central heating.
We do not recommend the Boutique camping accommodation for children under 3 years old due to the presence of the stove.
THE BOATHOUSE
Q. Does the Boathouse have power?
The Boathouse has full power and WI-FI, you can plug in your ipod/laptop to play music if you wish, but we would recommend downloading the music in advance.
Q. Is there a minimum requirement to provide catering to guests at the Boathouse?
Yes there is, we require minimum numbers of 40 guests in order to offer the Services of our Pizza chef at the Boathouse.
CATERING
Q. Does Mount Druid look after the Catering or is there an option to bring in outside caterers.
We have our own Industrial Kitchen and team of Chefs in the Barn, who are happy to cater for your dietary requirements. We do not allow outside catering for the day of your Wedding.
Q. How do I choose my menu?
We do not offer a Formal Menu Tasting as we have 3 different Menu options. However at the beginning of each year, we host a Wine and Canape tasting evening at Mount Druid with our Sommelier, this is an informal event which allows you to sample all the Wines and a Selection of the Canapes offered for your Wedding.
Q. Can we supply our own wine/Alcohol?
Mount Druid have a Wine Supplier that is happy to work with you in respect of wine choices for your wedding.
Patrons are prohibited from consuming alcohol other than alcohol supplied by Mount Druid whilst the bar is open. This will be rigorously enforced and Mount Druid reserve the right to stop the wedding if this condition is not adhered to.
Q. What food do you provide for children?
Children 4 years and under are complimentary, Children aged 5 – 11 years old are served half portions and are charged half price. Children aged 12 and over are charged Adult prices
Q. What are the options for next day catering?
Breakfast is available the day after your wedding, served from 9.30am to 11am in the Barn (subject to a minimum number of 40 guests). On check in we ask guests if they would like to be included for Breakfast and then we add it onto their overnight rate. All guests look after themselves so there is no extra expense on the Wedding couple.
CHECKOUT
Q. What time is checkout?
All guests must vacate their accommodation by 12 noon with the Gate closing at 12.30.
THE TIN CHAPEL
Q. How many pews in the Chapel? We have a total of 32 pews, 16 pews each side, the seating capacity is approximately 150 Max.
Q. What length and width is the aisle in the Chapel? The Aisle is 60ft x 5ft
Q. Is the Chapel heated? The Chapel is heated with a large Industrial Gas Heater that runs the length of the Ceiling.
Q. Is there a PA system in the Chapel?Yes
Q. Dose the Chapel have Wifi? Yes
TRANSPORT
Q. Transport on site?
All Venues on site are within walking distance of each other but we also have pathways, which are lit up at night. We have large Carparks to service both the Tin Chapel and the Barn.
Q. How do I get to Mount Druid via public transport?
The nearest train station is Mullingar which is a 10-15 minute drive from Castletown Geoghegan Please see www.irishrail.ie. Kilbeggan is serviced my many public transport operators and is 10 minutes from Mount Druid. Please see www.buseireann.ie or www.citylink.ie
Q. Is there a local taxi I can call?
Begleys Taxi 087 909 4494
OTHER
Q. Is Mount Druid wheelchair accessible?
Yes, All venues on site and most of the units of Accommodation are wheelchair accessible, with disabled access Toilets positioned at the Boathouse and in the Barn.
Q. Do you have credit card facilities?
We have Debit/Credit card machines in reception, the Barn and the Boathouse.
Q. Do you allow fireworks?
No as we are a working farm in an agricultural area.
Q. Do you allow guests to bring Dogs?
We do NOT allow dogs as Mount Druid is a working Organic Sheep Farm.
Q. Is there a Babysitting service Available.
No – we do not offer a Babysitting service, however, we have no issue with Guests bringing their own sitter.
Q. Where can I charge my phone/camera.
All Venues (The Boathouse/The Barn/Granny’s Lounge) have power points where you can charge appliances.
Suggested Suppliers
BANDS
Converse Allstars, Ph: 087 928 1559 www.alternativeweddingband.ie
Daft Pop, www.daftpop.ie
House Party, Ph: 086 896 4406 www.housepartyband.ie
Picture Perfect, Ph: 086 051 3804 www.pictureperfectweddingband.ie
The Bentley Boys, Ph: 086 774 4838 www.bentleyboysband.ie
The Best Men, Ph: 087 683 3265 www.thebestmen.ie
DJ Cian O’Ciobhain, Ph: 086 817 3037
DJ Lloyd Bracken, Ph: 083 142 5839 www.djlloydbracken.com
DJ and Sax – Rory, Ph: 087 957 5653 www.djandsax.ie
Picture Perfect, Ph: 086 0513804 Joesph Reilly
Point Break, www.instagram.com/pointbreakdublin
PHOTOGRAPHER
Darek Novak, Ph: 085 152 7036 www.photosligo.com
David Maury Photography, Ph: 087 274 6284 www.davidmauryphotography
John Gillooley, Ph: 087 746 6600 www.johngillooley.com
Johnny Corcoran Photography, www.johnnycorcoran.com
Katie Kavanagh, Ph: 086 101 1687 www.katiekav.com
Kelly McAllister Photography, www.kellymcallister.co.uk
Leanne Keaney Photography, Ph: 087 970 9644 www.leannekeaney.ie
Lucy Nuzum Weddings, Ph: 087 923 2597 www.luzynuzumweddings.com
Moathill Photography, www.mhphoto.ie
Rashida Keenan, www.rashidakeenanphotography.com
Rubistyle – Amy French, Ph: 086 300 2777 www.rubistyle.com
HAIR & MAKE-UP
Ina Boland Beauty, Ph: 085 855 5151 inaboland@hotmail.com
Leah O’Neill Hair, Ph: 085 288 2803 www.instagram.com/leahoneillhair
Maria Whiting Make Up, Ph: 083 893 4568 www.mwmakeup.ie
Robyn Byrne Make Up, Ph: 085 108 9451 www.robynmakeup.com
The Hair Gallery Kilbeggan, Ph: 057 933 3693
CELEBRANTS
Bairbre Jennings, Ph: 087 937 9999 bairbrejennings@gmail.com
Eoin O’Shea, Ph: 01 685 3723 eoin@spiritualceremonies.ie
Mary Doolin Murphy, Ph: 087 699 5524 info@ceremonies.ie
Michelle Kelly, Ph: 087 490 0794 mkweddingceremonies@gmail.com
Niamh Davis, Ph: 086 194 3583 instagram.com/niamhdaviscelebrant
Patricia Higgins, Ph: 087 639 4231 www.patriciahiggins.ie
Rev. Karen Dempsey, Ph: 086 387 0331 www.karendempsey.ie
Tara Carroll, Ph: 01 685 3723 tara@spiritualceremonies.ie
The Civil Celebrant – Simone, Ph: 087 781 3594 www.thecivilcelebrant.ie
The Irish Soul Celebrant, Ph: 083 483 9045 www.theirishsoulcelebrant.com
VIDEOGRAPHER
Retig Productions, Ph: 083 370 5423 www.retigprodutions.ie
Live Streaming Service, Ph: 087 951 3490 james@bigredbox.ie
CAKE
Cherub Couture Cakes, Ph: 087 774 7095 cherubcouturecakes@gmail.com
French Wedding Cakes, Ph: 087 775 4135 www.frenchweddingcakes.com
2210 Patisserie, Ph: 085 158 4158 info@2210patisserie.ie
TAXI / TRANSPORT
Caffrey Cabs, Ph: 087 611 7777
Mike Ryan Transport, Ph: 086 363 7941
Salmon Bus Hire, Ph: 086 152 6338
Slevin’s Coach Hire, Ph: 044 933 2777
FLOWERS
Bloom by Rebecca King, www.facebook.com/bloomsbybecks
Boutique Blooms, Ph: 085 848 2119 www.boutiqueblooms.ie
Flowers by Mee, Ph: 053 123 669 www.flowersbymee.com
Seonaid Renton, Ph: 087 931 4614 www.madaboutflowers.ie
The Garden, Ph: 086 034 9178 www.thegarden.ie
Wilde Studio, Ph: 0044 7809 111905 www.thewildestudio.co.uk
CHURCH & RECEPTION MUSIC
Shane Butler, Ph: 086 247 7730
Tea for Three, Ph: 085 147 1335
Vintage Boombox, Ph: 086 389 4880 www.vintageboombox.net
OUTSIDE TREAT OPTIONS
Smith’s Ice-Cream Van, Ph: 041 988 4428 info@smithsicecreamvans.com
The Vintage Parlour, Ph: 085 135 0503 www.thevintageparlour.ie
CONTENT CREATORS
Lovelens, loveelenss@gmail.com