Larchfield Estate
Larchfield Estate: Say 'I do' surrounded by County Down's stunning scenery. Discover more.
Multi-award Winning Exclusive Hire Countryside Venue
No Corkage Fee
Countryside haven just 20 minutes from Belfast
Flexibility in tailoring your dream wedding day; from the personal bits and bobs to your catering, to your choice of room use
Many onsite locations for beautiful outdoor photographs, use of our 4 acre walled garden which you may wed in... use of our lush glasshouse... onsite lake
Heritage & History
Business details last verified on 10th of February 2025 by the Guides for Brides team.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £POA
Price Range: £5,500 - £9,800
Capacity
Ceremony: 250
Standing: 250
Seated Meal: 250
Accommodation
Sleeps: 37
About Larchfield Estate
Larchfield Estate in County Down offers a stunning, exclusive-use setting for your wedding. Say "I do" in the beautiful converted barn or outdoors amidst the idyllic gardens and rolling countryside. Celebrate your love with bespoke packages, delicious catering and on-site accommodation for a truly unforgettable experience.
# Larchfield Estate: An Unforgettable Countryside Wedding
Nestled within 600 acres of rolling County Down countryside, Larchfield Estate is an enchanting and exclusive private estate, offering a truly magical setting for your wedding day. As a family-owned and operated venue, we provide a uniquely personal and welcoming atmosphere, ensuring your celebration is both seamless and spectacular.
The estate offers a journey through historic stone buildings and beautifully manicured gardens, providing a collection of versatile spaces to bring your vision to life. Exchange your vows in the sublime Walled Garden, surrounded by fragrant blooms, or within the rustic charm of the 19th-century Stables.
For your reception, the magnificent Larchfield Barn awaits. This lovingly restored 1850s barn, with its exposed stone walls, high timber-beamed ceilings, and thousands of twinkling fairy lights, creates an incredibly romantic and celebratory atmosphere for your dinner and evening festivities.
Larchfield Estate is offered on an exclusive-hire basis, guaranteeing you complete privacy and the freedom to create a bespoke celebration that reflects your personal style. The picturesque backdrops, from the tranquil estate lake to the historic courtyards, offer endless opportunities for cherished photographs. To complete the experience, luxurious on-site accommodation is available for you and your closest guests, allowing you to extend the magic of your special day.
Larchfield Estate combines timeless elegance with authentic character, providing the perfect canvas on which to paint your unforgettable love story.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Hindu (Fire ceremony permitted)
Jewish (Stage and Chuppah)
Venue Setting
Countryside
Waterside
Woodland
Remote
Venue Type
Barn
Exclusive use
Unique & Unusual
Suitable for Asian Weddings
Suitable for Jewish Weddings
Intimate Venue
Elopements
Dry Hire Available
Outdoor / Garden
Weekend Hire
Historic
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Honeymoon suite
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Fireworks permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Inhouse Toastmaster
Bespoke weddings
Walled Garden
Catering Options
Pre-approved Caterers Only
Contact & Location
Larchfield Estate
375 Upper Ballynahinch Road, BT27 6XL, County Down, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes, we offer exclusive use during your wedding - we have a one wedding a day policy.
Yes we are licenced for civil ceremonies. For a civil ceremony each couple must apply directly to Lisburn and Castlereagh Council Registration Office, we will then provide the necessary documents to return to the council.
Yes of course. If the Northern Ireland weather permits then your outdoor ceremony would be held in our sunken garden located in the walled garden. We always have a Plan A and Plan B option, it's the beauty of plenty of space and exclusive use!
We do not charge corkage so you are welcome to provide your own bubbly for drinks reception and toasts, and wine to be served through dinner. Your caterers will serve these drinks for you and provide all the necessary glassware.
We have five award-winning caterers who we recommend - we believe that this gives you freedom to choose the catering option, budget, and type of food that you would like. All food is locally sourced and prepared and cooked freshly onsite in our extensive top of the range kitchen. Each caterer will have different price ranges and styles to suit all budgets and tastes that we believe are exceptional.
Access to the venue is from 9 am on the morning of the wedding.
The serving of alcohol and music to stop at 1 am (12 midnight on a Sunday, 11 pm on Good Friday or Easter Monday) according to Northern Ireland laws. All guests must have vacated the premises by 1.30 am.
There are no noise restrictions if live band playing indoors.
Yes we allow fireworks and we have a preferred supplier for this. There charge an additional fee for fireworks to cover the fireworks permit, and additional stewarding on the night.
We do indeed allow confetti (great for photos!), so long as it is natural flower petals.
You can have candles at Larchfield Estate, we are one of the few venues who still permit this. We just ask that candles are in a jar / container which is higher than the height of the flame. Candlelight is beautifully atmospheric in the barn.
Our beautifully refurbished, 5 star Rose Cottage, with its quaint, rustic charm and cosy, comforting ambiance, it’s the perfect choice for your stay on the night of your wedding.
Yes we have a gate lodge, 3 cottages and 4 standalone ensute rooms on site which can sleep up to 37 guests.
Yes there is a Premier Inn located approx 10 minutes away as well as local B&Bs within close proximity to Larchfield Estate.
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