Your happily ever after starts at the four-star Headfort Arms Hotel in the heritage town of Kells, Co. Meath, celebrating 50 years in business in 2023.
Awarded its fourth star in 2018, the Headfort underwent a complete makeover in 2019 and today the hotel is one of Ireland's top places to get hitched.
The Duff family have been looking after couples' special days for generations and they are dedicated to hosting an unforgettable day for you and your partner in their beautiful venue.
Only 45 Minutes from Dublin, the Headfort offers your own private garden wedding entrance, a drinks reception foyer and the Georgian Kenlis Suite Ballroom overlooking the garden pavilion which is perfect for receptions in the sun, party tunes after dinner or day two BBQs.
Civil ceremonies at The Headfort enjoy the backdrop of the best urban garden in Ireland's Ancient East. New and exciting for this year is exclusive access to a beautifully restored old convent building called The Red Chapel which offers a stunning backdrop for civil and humanist ceremonies.
The hotel also boasts a new-look luxurious bridal suite for guaranteed relaxation on the most special day of your lives.
Also under the Headfort roof are 45 bespoke bedrooms, Headfort Spa Rooms, Kelltic Bar, Courtyard and Terrace and the award-winning Vanilla Pod Restaurant, offering every amenity required by a wedding party travelling from far or near.
Packages can be tailored to deal with longer stays, wedding makeovers and pampering, ‘Day Two’ parties or customised to your taste.
The Headfort team live by the motto ‘Your Day Your Way!’ and it is the assurance of that personal family-run touch, options for all budgets and sizes (the Headfort can accommodate weddings for up to 350 guests) and consistency of prime Irish cooking that has made so many families choose the Headfort Arms over the last 50 years and ensures the hotel is listed in Irelands Top 100 Places to Stay (Mc Kenna Guides).
You can find out more or book to view this beautiful venue by contacting edel@headfortarms.ie
Testimonials:
'From the early days of planning our wedding, it was clear that the Headfort team was in a league of its own - they took such great care of us to ensure the process was as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. Not an easy feat considering we were planning abroad during covid. Our amazing Wedding Coordinator, Megan, went above and beyond to ensure every detail was in order when the big day arrived. The venue looked spectacular, and the entire Headfort team was nothing but class. We can't begin to thank the Headfort team enough for making our special day so memorable and perfect!'
Kevin & Maisie Quigley - July 2022
'Dear Megan, Olivia and Vincent, We can't put into words how grateful we are to you and all the staff at the hotel for making our day so special. From day one when we first met Megan to the time we left the hotel, the warmth and kindness of every one were extraordinary. Literally, nothing was too much trouble. Our guests, most of who had never been to the Headfort Arms Hotel, couldn't praise the venue and staff enough. Please take a bow. We are absolutely delighted we chose your hotel as the venue, and the memories of our wedding day there will last forever. Thank you again Megan for everything you have done for us.'
Mary & Ciaran Ginnetty - September 2022
'We really cannot thank you, Megan and all the staff for all you did for us. Yous truly blew us away and helped us to have the best day, way above our expectations. Megan was so on the ball and had us feel so at ease from the very first day we met with her. We knew we were in good hands. The Headfort Arms really has a fantastic team. We might have to renew our vows in your capable hands in a few years 🙂 Thanks again for all you help.'
Emma & Trevor - April 2023
'Firstly we would like to thank you and all the staff at the Headfort Arms for making our wedding celebration so special, From the moment we entered the hotel we were all made very welcome to an amazing atmosphere. Megan our wedding coordinator was phenomenal from start to finish, we booked our wedding in July 2022 for New Year’s Eve 2022 and Megan couldn’t have done enough for us within those 5 months off planning. The food was beautiful, everybody was complimenting it from start to finish. We couldn’t recommend the Headfort highly enough. Thank you Megan for all you have done for us.'
Nollaigh & Jonathan - December 2022