Kildare venue wins Best Luxury Wedding Venue at National Awards

The Abbey Wedding & Events Venue in Athy has won Best Luxury Wedding Venue at the annual SaveMyDay.ie Irish Wedding Venue Awards. The venue was the only Kildare winner and has been described as one that seamlessly blends a one-of-a-kind traditional and historical charm with a glamorous modern luxury, offering an idyllic setting for weddings as unique as the venue itself. 

Celebrating the best of the Irish wedding industry, popular wedding venue platform SaveMyDay.ie is delighted to announce the deserving winners of the annual SaveMyDay.ie Irish Wedding Venue Awards. The 2025 SaveMyDay.ie awards showcase and celebrate the best wedding venues across the country available for wedding receptions, ceremonies and parties ranging from intimate to larger weddings across a number of awards categories. These awards recognise the top venues in Ireland for their excellence, high quality and unique offerings that make those special days truly special.

Shell Holden, wedding expert and co-owner of SaveMyDay.ie, said: "This year's seventeen SaveMyDay.ie Irish Wedding Venue Award winners represent the diverse array of wedding venues available across our country for engaged couples to choose from. We are proud to shine a spotlight on the wonderful winning venues from romantic castles, charming country houses, luxury estates, popular restaurants, scenic settings, historic landmarks, city museums, family-run venues and year-round options for hosting wedding ceremonies, receptions, and personalised celebrations."

Sharing insights on wedding trends for the coming year, Holden added: "In 2025, we're seeing couples prioritising creativity and personalisation when selecting their wedding venue and planning their celebrations. Creating unique and memorable experiences that truly reflect the couple's personalities and values is a top priority for many. Sustainability also remains a key focus, with eco-friendly venues showcasing energy-efficient designs, locally sourced catering, and natural aesthetics. Outdoor weddings continue to captivate during the warmer months, and all-inclusive venues that allow couples to host both their ceremony and reception at the same location remain popular across all seasons.”

The winners of the 2025 SaveMyDay.ie Irish Wedding Venue Awards are:

• Best Luxury Wedding Venue is The Abbey, Kildare 

• Best Alternative Wedding Venue is MoLI, Museum of Literature Ireland, Dublin 

• Best Castle Wedding Venue is Ballyseede Castle, Kerry

• Best Ceremony Wedding Venue is Dublin City Hall, Dublin

• Best City Wedding Venue is The Grayson, Dublin

• Best Country House Wedding Venue is Ballykealey House, Carlow

• Best Dog Friendly Wedding Venue is The Wicklow Escape, Wicklow 

• Best Exclusive Wedding Venue is 10 Bridge Street, Kerry  

• Best Family-Run Wedding Venue is Camus Farm, Cork 

• Best Historic Wedding Venue is Clontarf Castle, Dublin 

• Best Intimate Wedding Venue is Stephen’s Green Club, Dublin 

• Best Outdoor Wedding Venue is Mountain View, Kilkenny

• Best Restaurant Wedding Venue is Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill, Dublin 

• Best Sustainable Wedding Venue is Fernhill House, Cork 

• Best Waterside Wedding Venue is Jacks Coastguard Restaurant, Kerry 

• Best Winter Wedding Venue is Four Seasons Hotel, Spa & Leisure Club Carlingford, Louth 

• Best Vegan and Vegetarian Friendly Wedding Venue is Airfield Estate, Dublin

This year’s winners were selected by the SaveMyDay.ie judging panel which includes experts from the Irish wedding and communications industry . The official judges included:

• Miriam Fitzgerald of Spiritualist.ie - award-winning wedding celebrant

• Jennifer Quinn of Cirq Bridal - sustainable bridal studio

• Boyana Boeva of Boyana Weddings - wedding celebrant 

• Jo Louth of Petals & Pearls - online bridal boutique specialising in bespoke headpieces and jewellery

• Lisa Chonier - wedding photography

• Jessica and Rachel Hill of Dublinfoodietwins - food content creators 

All the award-winning wedding venues and many more are profiled on SaveMyDay.ie, where couples can connect with any of the venues and enquire for free about their upcoming nuptials.