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Nestled within the beautiful grounds of Montalto Estate, The Carriage Rooms is a multi-award-winning venue that brings together historic charm, rustic elegance, and modern luxury to create the ultimate romantic backdrop for your wedding day.

Surrounded by magnificent private gardens and exclusive to you and your guests for the entirety of your celebration, The Carriage Rooms offers a fairytale setting where every detail is thoughtfully curated. With only one event hosted per day, you’ll enjoy complete attention from our dedicated team, ensuring your day runs seamlessly from start to finish.

Begin your celebration with a relaxed drinks reception in our scenic Walled Garden or within the inviting interior spaces, where guests can enjoy panoramic views and beautifully restored period features. The Grade B-listed Carriage Rooms have been lovingly restored, combining original stonework and wooden beams with state-of-the-art lighting and technology to offer a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout.

Your wedding breakfast takes place in the light-filled banquet hall, followed by an evening of celebration in The Sawmill – a unique function space with a sprung dance floor, stylish bar, and ambient lighting to set the mood. An adjacent lounge provides a quieter space to unwind, while the outdoor terrace with a fire feature offers the perfect setting for relaxed conversations and starlit moments.

Fully licensed for religious and civil ceremonies as well as civil partnerships, The Carriage Rooms offers multiple ceremony options, including the enchanting Walled Garden or the atmospheric Banquet Hall, with its distinctive architecture and historic character.

Exceptional catering is provided exclusively by a select group of preferred suppliers, including some of Northern Ireland’s leading names such as Yellow Door and Posh Nosh, ensuring your dining experience is as memorable as the surroundings.

Whether your dream wedding is grand and glamorous or intimate and refined, The Carriage Rooms at Montalto promises a day as unique as your love story.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Unusual weddings
Stately home
Historic
Barn
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence
Religious ceremony license

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Private catering allowed
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities
Outdoor fireworks permitted

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Helipad
Pet-friendly
Orangery on site

Reviews for The Carriage Rooms at Montalto

Karen
Karen Sent on 16/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect wedding venue

We had the most amazing day here for our wedding in September. Everyone was so helpful and the setup was absolutely beautiful. It was the perfect day!
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 16/08/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating

A great venue

We had the best day at the carriage rooms and the staff were excellent! At times email responses could be slow but there was a changeover of staff during my planning so that may have been why! On the day the staff were helpful and subtle and I couldn’t have asked for better. We also booked Montalto house for the night of the wedding which was amazing
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Montalto Estate, Spa Rd BT24 8PT Ballynahinch (Co Down)

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