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The Culloden Estate & Spa

The Culloden Estate & Spa

5 Star Hotel
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Venue Details

Guest Capacity
10-450
Per Person
£90.00

Venue Hire Price
N/A
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5 Star Hotel

Venue Overview

Bangor Road, Holywood, Belfast
Perched on the slopes of the Holywood Hills just outside Belfast, the opulent 5-star Culloden Estate & Spa boasts a commanding view of Belfast Lough and the County Antrim coastline. Set amidst palatial surroundings, the Culloden encompasses 12 acres of secluded gardens and woodland.

Description

Transform a former Bishop's Palace into a lavishly appointed 5-star hotel, perched atop secluded, landscaped gardens overlooking the expansive view of Belfast Lough. This, we believe, creates the ultimate romantic setting for your special day – a magical place where indelible memories are forged. With over 40 years of experience in orchestrating the most significant moments in people's lives, our dedicated wedding coordinators are ready to cater to your every whim. Choose from a selection of remarkable wedding rooms, ranging from intimate to high-society settings. Our award-winning chefs, along with 100 suites of luxury accommodation, contribute to the grandeur of this 19th-century fairytale-style palace. Surrounded by 12 stunning acres of gardens, flowers, pathways, and an awe-inspiring coastal view, it's a dream come true for any wedding photographer.

Venue Type

  • Hotel
  • Gardens
  • Historical
  • Exclusive Use

Style

  • Classic
  • Luxe

Facilities

  • Parking
  • Guest Accommodation
  • Spa
  • Civil License
  • Fully Accessible
  • Outdoor Ceremony

Meet the Dream Maker

Michelle Wells
Michelle Wells
Senior Events Manager
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What people are saying!

Average Rating: 5 out of 5 - based on 53 reviews
Emma Hanna
wedding on Sat, 3rd of May, 2025
We had the most incredible experience at this venue – it was truly the wedding of my dreams! From the moment we started planning, Michelle was an absolute star. She was incredibly helpful, insightful, and supportive every step of the way, making the entire process feel smooth and stress-free. Her

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attention to detail and warm, professional manner made all the difference.

The day itself was everything we hoped for and more. The venue looked stunning, the atmosphere was perfect. We also stayed in one of the hotel rooms on the night of the wedding, and it was absolute luxury – the perfect end to a perfect day.

Thank you again to Michelle and the whole team – we’ll cherish these memories forever!

Review submitted on Mon, 9th of June, 2025
Gary Caldwell
wedding on Fri, 9th of May, 2025
A brilliant facility and all staff were amazing, especially Michele who was our main organiser but every member of the team we encountered before the day and on the day we're absolutely brilliant!
Sam Bawtree
wedding on Fri, 7th of June, 2024
Michelle and the team were excellent, making sure that we were catered for throughout the build-up to the wedding and on the day itself.
Michelle clearly knows what she's doing and her passion for delivering excellent customer service really shines through.
Our guests commented on how much they

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loved the food and the venue, saying its the best food they've had at an event like this.
The estate and grounds made for excellent photo opportunities and the room layout was exactly what we needed. Our master of ceremony made sure we knew how the day would run and that we had time to ourselves, which we really appreciated.
Following the wedding we realised we didn't get an opportunity to try the food that was available at our drinks reception and the team graciously provided us with a complimentary selection of sweet treats so we could experience what out guests had.
Overall the service excellent and we'd like to thank Michelle and team for all their hard work.

Review submitted on Sun, 27th of April, 2025
Khrystyna Hughes
wedding on Fri, 28th of March, 2025
From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect. The venue itself was stunning, the food was exceptional, and the service was impeccable.

A special thank you to you and Aaron, you both went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. Your professionalism, warmth, and attention to

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detail ensured that everything ran smoothly, allowing us to fully enjoy every moment. You truly lived up to all our expectations and more!

Our guests were equally impressed, and we received so many compliments about the atmosphere, food, and service. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate such a special occasion.


We didn’t stay in the hotel after the wedding celebration, as we wanted to have more time to fully enjoy all the amenities, especially the spa. Instead, we decided to come back another time for a more relaxing experience.

Thanks so much again.

Best regards,

Cillín & Khrystyna

Review submitted on Mon, 31st of March, 2025
Angela Hamilton
wedding on Fri, 14th of March, 2025
It's been just over a week since our wedding and we are still on a high from how beautiful our day was – with so much thanks to everyone at the Culloden.

We got married in church and were looking for a reception venue. We met with Michelle, the Senior Event Manager, and she was so helpful in

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discussing our ideas and showing us different rooms that could be suitable. We were blown away by how stunning the hotel is, including the grounds and facilities. We knew straight away we wanted our celebration there. Throughout the months of planning, Michelle was supportive, nothing was too much trouble, and she was a pleasure to work with.

I stayed over at the hotel the night before, and the night of, our wedding (the Blackwood suite is incredible!) and from the very moment I checked in, I was treated like royalty. I was surprised – but delighted- that every single member of staff I came across seemed to know who I was and that I was getting married. Jonathan, the Head Concierge, is a true gentleman and he and his team could not do enough for me.

On the day of our wedding, staff came to wave me off to the church and to wish me luck. When our guests arrived at the hotel, everything went so smoothly thanks to Aaron, the Function Manager, and his team. It seemed like every member of staff in the hotel was celebrating our marriage and I could not have felt more valued and cared for. We had a number of vegan guests and the chef created the most delicious menu. All of the food was incredible, my guests raved about it and there was plenty of it. After dinner we went to the Cultra Inn who reserved a dedicated area for us and provided food later in the evening – again, all arranged by Michelle.

Our overall experience of choosing the Culloden for our wedding celebration was pure luxury and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it as a wedding venue. Thank you to everyone at the Culloden for your support and for making our wedding day so special. Patrick & Angela xx

Review submitted on Sun, 23rd of March, 2025

Venue Details

Guest Capacity
10-450
Per Person
£90.00

Venue Hire Price
N/A

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Awards

Top Rated Wedding Venue in Down 2023

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21 Sep 2025 - Culloden Wedding Showcase View Details

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