Venue Overview

Birr, Offaly

As a 4-Star hotel situated in Birr, Co Offaly, the County Arms Birr is a charming and unique wedding venue, trusted for over 60 years for making special memories of beautiful Weddings. We cater for large and small weddings, with numerous immaculate spaces to accommodate your wedding ceremony (outdoor option available) or wedding reception in style, and stunning opportunities for indoor and outdoor photography - including our award-winning walled garden, the perfect backdrop for capturing those special moments that become lifetime memories. We think of every detail to make your big day unique and promise you an unforgettable experience for you and your loved ones.

Description

Your Dream Wedding in Ireland's Heartlands

"We had the most magical and amazing day. From start to finish, there was no stone left unturned (…)” - Mary and Brian, January 2023

For over 60 years, the team at the County Arms in Birr, County Offaly have partnered with couples just like you to plan the perfect bespoke wedding day, ensuring smooth, effortless, and stress-free planning, delivered by our experienced & dedicated wedding team.

Highlights of a wedding at the County Arms include our classic Georgian suites, 9 acres of immaculately kept park and grounds and our stunning award-winning walled garden complete with original Gazebo featuring gorgeous stained glass. Our dedicated wedding coordinator is on hand throughout the process, inviting you to a tour of our beautiful venue - which now includes The Pavillion, our new outdoor ceremony space. We will also supply a free menu tasting and overnight accommodation, giving you plenty of time to discuss all your heart desires with our team as well as getting access to our incredible list of tried and tested suppliers.

"The food was absolutely top-notch." - Eva & Eoin, February 2023

Indulge in culinary excellence on your big day at County Arms. Our dedicated chefs love nothing more than to craft unforgettable wedding menus that will leave your guests raving about the delicious food for years. From arrival to farewell, we promise a feast like no other, blending timeless classics with our modern flair, using the freshest local ingredients whenever possible.

Whether you are planning a traditional large family wedding party for a few hundred people or a smaller, more intimate civil ceremony, you are guaranteed the same level of service and attention from our team because we consider it our mission to make your day the most memorable of your life.

Get in touch with Deirdre Smyth, our experienced and fabulous Wedding Coordinator, who will be thrilled to arrange a personal tour of everything wedding-related at County Arms.

Are you ready to start planning your bespoke wedding in Ireland’s Heartlands? We can’t wait!

"A hidden Gem in the Heart of Ireland" - Wedding Journal Magazine

Brochures

County Arms Wedding Brochure

Venue Type

Hotel
Country House
Gardens
Independent Family Run

Style

Classic
Modern

Facilities

Parking
Guest Accommodation
Spa
Late License
Civil License
Outdoor Ceremony

Meet the Dream Maker

Deirdre Smyth

Wedding Coordinator

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What people are saying!

Average Rating: 5 out of 5 - based on 57 reviews

Dee, Conor, and the team were absolutely fantastic. Every request and query was responded to immediately. The food and service on the wedding day and over the whole weekend were outstanding, and the ballroom looked amazing. The gardens were just stunning for photographs. We could not fault this …

hotel and will be recommending it!

Review submitted on Wed, 2nd of October, 2024

We recently celebrated our Wedding at The County Arms Hotel and from the get-go it did not disappoint. The staff were extremely friendly and ever so helpful and the food was unbelievable & plentiful. The hotel both inside & outside is exceptionally well maintained and the bedrooms & Bridal Suite …

were spotless. The two girls Dee & Niamh took care of everything for our small "Big Day" and left no stone unturned. No request/query was too big or too small and they delivered every single time. We would have no hesitation in recommending The County Arms to anyone for any occasion big or small. A full 5 stars from us. Thank you.

Review submitted on Wed, 2nd of October, 2024

What can I say? I honestly do not have the words to express our gratitude to Dee, Alannah and every staff member. From the menu tasting to the weekend of the wedding, everything was just perfect. The Staff, the venue, the decor, the food, everything was immaculate and they honestly could not do …

enough for us. We are so delighted we chose The County Arms Hotel as the venue for the weekend. From Friday to Monday it was everything Devin could have dreamed of in a wedding, and as the groom, seeing how happy she was, really made it all the more special for me! 10/10 honestly is not enough. It's a weekend we will never forget. Dee in particular, you're a star!

Review submitted on Wed, 2nd of October, 2024

The County Arms was the perfect location for our wedding on 17th August 2024. Dee, Niamh, and all the staff were fabulous. Our family and guests had high praise for the service, food, and location. We were extremely impressed with the attention to detail in all aspects of the wedding, from the …

ceremony setup to the presentation of the meals. No stone was left unturned in meeting our requests. The grounds were in immaculate condition and provided a stunning backdrop for our photos. The bridal suite absolutely blew us away with its exquisite interior design. We highly recommend having your wedding at the County Arms Hotel—you won’t be disappointed.

Review submitted on Wed, 2nd of October, 2024

From the minute we booked our wedding Dee and her team were fantastic, accommodating our every request with ease. Dee was very supportive of our wishes and left no stone unturned. The day itself was amazing with Dee helping move our day music outside at the last minute to enjoy the weather, all our …

guests were delighted. Dee and the staff helped make our day very special which was clear from their "yes we can do that" attitude. Thanks again to Dee and the staff of County Arms Hotel. We appreciate everything you did for us. Chris & Liza

Review submitted on Wed, 2nd of October, 2024