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Last update: May 2026
About
Marvel at more than a century of regal history while you celebrate your milestone moments at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, an esteemed wedding venue in Lisburn, Co Down. Queen Elizabeth II frequented this grand Georgian mansion on numerous occasions during her reign, and the Royal family continue to host official functions at the castle to this day.
Its interiors are graceful and intimate yet grand and sophisticated; it’s a historic venue that’s sure to impress. The castle is located a mere 20 minutes from Belfast and its two airports (Belfast City and International), making it easily accessible for family and friends travelling from both near and far.
Facilities and Capacity
From lavish state rooms and indoor settings to the 100 acres of manicured gardens surrounding the castle, ample attractive spaces exist for your wedding ceremony and reception. Follow in the footsteps of royalty by using luxurious staterooms for your event.
You can welcome up to 120 guests for a ceremony surrounded by old-world elegance, and 80 guests can accompany you here for a seated dinner. Afterwards, you can take your celebrations to the gardens into your very own bespoke marquee, which is also licensed for civil ceremonies. Here, up to 350 guests can enjoy food, drink, and entertainment, surrounded by picturesque beauty.
Hillsborough Castle and Gardens has a list of trusted local suppliers you can choose from for styling, catering, and more. It goes without saying that this beautiful castle provides endless photography opportunities for you to discover as you wander through the grounds.
Services Offered
The dedicated and passionate events team is delighted to welcome you to Hillsborough Castle and Gardens and will ensure you receive a service fit for royalty. From the friendly hosts and wardens who will inspire and engage you and your guests throughout the castle to the expert gardeners and household cleaning team who maintain this splendid setting, a talented team works behind the scenes to ensure your event runs seamlessly.
Reach out with an inquiry to learn more about Hillsborough Castle and Gardens and to secure a date for your wedding day.
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Best day of our lives!
Choosing Hillsborough Castle as our wedding venue was one of the best decisions we made. The Castle itself is simply stunning, with beautiful rooms, incredible scenery, and spectacular gardens that provided the perfect backdrop for our day. Every one of our guests commented on how special and unique the venue was.
What truly sets Hillsborough Castle apart, however, is its people. Vicky was absolutely exceptional throughout the entire process. She was organised, proactive, thoughtful and completely invested in making our day perfect. She coordinated with our suppliers, managed countless details behind the scenes, and thought of things that honestly never would have occurred to us. On the wedding day itself, everything ran seamlessly. We never had to worry about a single thing because Vicky had already anticipated it and taken care of it.
Vicky, along with Kim and the wider team, delivered a level of professionalism and care that exceeded every expectation. They were attentive, calm, friendly and completely on top of every detail from start to finish. We were able to relax and enjoy every moment because we had complete confidence in them.
Looking back, the entire day felt effortless from our perspective, which is a testament to the incredible amount of work being done behind the scenes. Everything flowed perfectly, and every interaction with the team was warm, genuine and professional.
We genuinely could not recommend Hillsborough Castle highly enough. It is a spectacular venue, but more importantly it is home to an outstanding team. Vicky is a true asset to Hillsborough Castle and Historic Royal Palaces. Her passion, dedication and personal touch made all the difference, and we will always be grateful for the role she played in making our wedding day so unforgettable.
Quite simply, it was perfect.
The Most Magical Wedding Day
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