Private Hire at Slane Castle

Beyond the gates of Slane Castle lies a setting reserved for those who value privacy, heritage and uncompromising standards.

Whether hosting an intimate private dinner or an elegant banquet within the Castle’s historic rooms, each occasion is shaped and tailored to your event. The grandeur of the Ballroom, the refined elegance of the Drawing Room, the stately Dining Room and the distinguished Gandon Room provide a backdrop of rare character and timeless atmosphere.

For larger gatherings, the Courtyard Marquee and the wider estate offer a seamless extension of the Castle experience, expansive, secluded and entirely bespoke.

Exclusive use of the Castle and its grounds is also available for those who seek a setting that is wholly their own, private, secure and without intrusion.

Enquiries are handled personally by our events team.

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The Ballroom

This amazing Neo-Gothic Ballroom was completed in 1821 for the visit of King George IV. The marble statues and the stunning ceiling, all add to the charm of this unique Ballroom, which is an ideal venue for small, informal or intimate banquets or events for up to 106 guests.

Capacity: 106

The Ballroom

The Great Hall

This large spacious interior was developed by the Conynghams in the 18th centruy to host their large hunting parties and has a capacity for 120 people standing and 80 people theater style. Designed by James Wyatt and Francis Johnston, this magnificent hall is perfect for a champagne reception to warmly welcome for your guests.

Capacity:
120

The main hall of Slane Castle

Adjacent Ground Floor Rooms

The Great Hall and the Ballroom are adjacent to each other with an easy one-way flow. There are also adjacent rooms for 50 standing and 25 seated in the Morning Room, Drawing Room and Dining Room.

Capacity: 150

The Dining Room

This room hosts a most magnificent 15ft mahogany table perfect for boardroom style meetings, working lunches or break out session.

The Dining Room

The Drawing Room

As the most comfortable and elegant room of the castle, this room can be used for important meetings with colleagues, break-out sessions or just a nice spot to take a breather.

The Drawing Room

Castle Courtyard

The Castle Courtyard is available between May and October with capacity in a 40×60’/12x18m marquee and 50m2/60yd2 heated stretch tent as well as heated covered porch.

Capacity: 200+ seated (marquee) 

The Castle Courtyard

The Gandon Room & Browne’s Bar

The Lower Ground Floor Conference Centre is made up of The Gandon Room and Browne’s Bar and has its own separate entrance. It is available for hire year-round with or without the Courtyard.

Capacity:
100

The Gandon Room

Food Truck

The Food Truck is available for hire Monday to Wednesday from September to June and Mondays and Tuesdays in July and August.

Food Truck