Celebrating generations, The Headfort Arms Hotel at Kells, in Co. Meath, offers the perfect place for celebrating all of life’s milestones, in particular your wedding day.
Choosing the right venue is one of the most important decisions in planning a wedding. So many couples from around the county of Meath, further afield and across the water have fond memories of wedding days (and nights) at the Headfort over the past 200 years. The Duff Family celebrate over 50 years at the helm of this landmark hotel. They have hosted special days for couples for generations but The Headfort Arms never stops moving with the times when it comes to your wedding.
Situated in the Georgian district of heritage town Kells, less than an hour from Dublin, this family-run wedding venue gem offers an authentically Irish four-star base for guests to enjoy. It’s a great place to stay for your celebration but its outdoor spaces and the stunning ‘Red Chapel’ and the ‘Secret Garden’ make it an exceptional venue.
If celebrating on-site is your wish, there are two fabulous options.
Firstly, the Red Chapel, once known as the ‘Nuns Chapel’ is situated in the convent buildings adjacent to the hotel. It offers a wonderful backdrop for a humanist or other type of civil ceremony in its splendid surroundings. It provides the ultimate ‘instagrammable’ image of your celebration with its beautiful bare stone and brick, wonderful arches and a perfect south-facing courtyard. It is a gem of a venue that surprises everyone who visits.
The ‘Secret Garden’ is a beautiful outdoor ceremony space. It features a 200-year-old eucalyptus tree, part of the old town walls and lovely trees draped with festoon lighting. This exquisite outdoor venue is yours for the day, weather permitting. There are plenty of photo opportunities throughout the grounds, to capture your day in all its glory.
There is only ever one wedding per day at the Headfort Arms Hotel. Booking your wedding there means you have exclusive-use of your own garden entrance, outdoor garden spaces and the self-contained Georgian Kenlis Suite. With its high ceilings, chandeliers, and large windows, the Kenlis suite provides a bright, light-filled, welcoming space that can comfortably host up to 350 seated guests and is easily adapted for more intimate celebrations.
Dining is a central part of any wedding celebration, and Headfort Arms delivers a culinary experience to match the occasion. The hotel’s chefs focus on crafting dishes that are both delicious and visually appealing, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. The chefs will work closely with you to create a menu that reflects your preferences, ensuring that the food is as memorable as the rest of the day.
Guests will never be short of delicious and nourishing food during their stay. There is an all-day menu at Café Therese and award-winning dining at the Vanilla Pod restaurant. You’ll find cocktails, craft beer and casual food at the Kelltic Bar, and cosy open log fires at the Headfort Lounge. Overnighting guests can look forward to a well-sourced Boyne Valley Breakfast to begin their day.
Drinks packages are customisable, offering a selection of wines, cocktails, and spirits to complement your meal. The bar team can create signature cocktails or other personalised drinks to add an extra layer of individuality to your event. You simply must taste the signature house pour ‘Kells Gin’.
Edel and the wedding team at the Headfort are only too happy to take the planning stress off your shoulders. They have wonderful packages available for you to make your choices easy. They are happy to accommodate any special requests, and this experienced team can advise you on every aspect of your event.
Forty-five bedrooms are available to accommodate your party. The rooms are carefully curated with a mix of old-world elegance and up-to-date technologies. Headfort are accommodation partners with nearby Causey Farm and Rockfield House for your farm-themed or Downton Abbey-themed hen parties.
If you, and your guests, decide to stay on after the wedding day, there are many bespoke treatments to be had at the Headfort Spa Rooms. It’s the perfect tonic after a night on the dancefloor celebrating the newlyweds. And, speak to the team about your day two celebration, there are lots of options throughout the hotel and grounds to accommodate your nearest and dearest for an informal debrief.
The Headfort Arms also serves as the partner hotel to the prestigious Headfort Golf Club, a nearby 36-hole golf course offering fully inclusive golf packages to discerning golf enthusiasts. Electric bike tour packages are also available with the Boyne Valley to Lakelands Greenway, a sure way to blow away the cobwebs.
As you can tell from the hotel facade, the town of Kells is steeped in history and is the perfect gateway for an adventure through 5,000 years of the historic and ancient Boyne Valley. Considered the birthplace of Ireland’s Ancient East, the area is brim full of ancient sites, lush landscapes and romantic waterways. You’ll be creating your own piece of history on your wedding day at Headfort Arms.
Offering a distinctive combination of tradition, sophistication, and personal charm, makes The Headfort Arms Hotel a strong choice for your wedding venue. With a rich history, varied spaces, dedicated service, and a scenic location, Headfort Arms provides a unique setting that can be tailored to suit different styles and sizes of celebrations.
The team’s dedication and genuine interest in creating a memorable day for you, contributes to your feeling of being well cared for. Whether it’s working out the finer details of the menu, coordinating the decor, or ensuring that the schedule runs smoothly, the team at Headfort Arms takes pride in making your dreams come true. They are waiting to welcome you at this wedding venue gem, The Headfort Arms!
