slane castle

Slane Castle recommends the d hotel Drogheda for all Slane Castle Weddings & Events. The d hotel is delighted to have hosted thousands of guests over the years whether attending a wedding at Slane, one of the rock concerts or events.

Slane Castle is one of the most exciting historic buildings on the island and is a thriving venue for weddings, business conferences and other gatherings. The Castle itself displays the collective talents of some of and ’s most distinguished architects. The parklands were laid out by the distinguished landscape architect, Capability Brown.

The Castle was also the setting for a famous historical romance between King George IV of and my great, great, great, great grandmother, Elizabeth, the first Marchioness Conyngham. The King stayed in the Castle in 1821 and it is believed that the reason the road from Dublin to Slane is one of the straightest roads in is because it was so designed to speed him on his journey. He dined in the spectacular Gothic Revival Ballroom and the bedroom he slept in is known as the King’s Room to this day.

In the last quarter of a century, music has become central to the tradition of Slane. For years it has played host to the Festival in Great Irish Houses, but it is for the fabulous open air Rock Concerts in the great natural amphitheatre below the Castle that it has become internationally renowned. Acts such as OASIS ,U2, THE ROLLING STONES, BOB DYLAN, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, GUNS ‘N ROSES, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS, DAVID BOWIE, QUEEN and REM have performed in Slane.

U2, uniquely, have performed three times at the venue - playing support to the renowned Irish band, THIN LIZZY, who headlined Slane with their charismatic singer, Phil Lynott at the first show in 1981. In 1984 the band lived in the Castle while they were recording THE UNFORGETTABLE FIRE. The Drawing Room was converted into a recording studio and one of the videos for PRIDE was filmed in the unique Gothic Revival Ballroom which was created for George IV’s State Visit in 1821. It was all part of the special musical journey of the Castle.

We hope that soon you get to experience some of the magic, mysticism and romance that is part of the rich tapestry that envelopes Slane Castle. 

wedding packages

The Castle designs exclusive wedding packages for the most discerning couples. Guests can stay at the d hotel and be transported to and from Slane Castle. Make an enquiry