Winter wedding at Fernhill House Hotel
Fernhill House Hotel

Winter Wedding Venue

Photo's under the stars in Clonakilty. Fernhill’s Winter Wedding packages are filled with seasonal delights that create an unforgettable experience from start to finish.

Winter Wedding Venue

Winter Wedding

Winter Weddings in Clonakilty's Country House

Enchanting Illuminated Gardens

The stand out feature of a wedding held during the winter months in Fernhill is our stunning gardens that light up at night. You can get stunning Winter Wonderland photos in beautiful West Cork that you will cherish forever. The softly glowing lights on our pergola and bridge offer your photographer endless opportunities for romantic, dreamlike evening shots. While the shorter daylight hours might limit your photo time elsewhere, at Fernhill, the magic truly begins after dusk.

Unforgettable Ceremony

Celebrate your love in our enchanting Garden Marquee, a truly magical setting for a winter wedding. Adorned with elegant wisteria-draped chandeliers, it’s the perfect spot to say ‘I do’. As the only outdoor ceremony space in Cork designed to host winter weddings, it offers a unique and memorable experience. The O’Neill family will be there every step of the way, ensuring your special day unfolds flawlessly in this one-of-a-kind location.

Seasonal Advantages 

Fernhill’s Winter Wedding packages are filled with seasonal delights that create an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Your guests will be welcomed with a warm mulled wine drinks reception, as cosy lit fires and the renowned West Cork hospitality set the perfect tone. Throughout the reception, they’ll enjoy handcrafted cocktails, homemade pastries, and exquisite canapés. Our breathtaking ballroom, elegantly dressed with seasonal décor and fresh winter blooms, provides the perfect backdrop for a sumptuous winter banquet. Served by our dedicated Fernhill team, every dish is a culinary masterpiece paired with exceptional, personalised service.

To complete the festive magic, indulge in homemade mince pies and savour the timeless charm of our Georgian manor house, adorned with traditional Christmas decorations. The festive atmosphere will weave its way through every moment, ensuring your winter wedding is as warm, inviting, and unforgettable as the season itself.

Winter Photos

Fernhill offers a variety of stunning backdrops for your winter wedding photos, from the charm of our antique spiral staircase and elegant library to the cosy ambiance of open fires and beautifully illuminated gardens. For those seeking something a little different, our location near the Wild Atlantic Way provides easy access to some of Ireland’s most breathtaking beaches and coastline. To capture that authentic Irish winter wedding feel, the picturesque town of Clonakilty is brimming with cosy country pubs, quaint cobblestone streets, and winding country roads—perfect for unforgettable, candid shots.

Winner of RSVP Magazine's, 'Best Winter Wedding Venue in Ireland' award, Fernhill is the perfect venue for your Fairytale West Cork Wedding.

Enquire with us today and begin planning your winter wedding!


Wedding Testimonials

It is hard to put into the words how incredible our wedding day was. There was never a question that couldn’t be answered and they went above and beyond for us in every way. So many of our guests have contacted us to let them know how amazing the grounds were, the service and the food. The drinks reception was incredible, the gardens are to die for and the buggies up and down from the marquee to the hotel were a lovely touch. I still cannot believe we got to get married in such an amazing venue.

Katie & Ronan

My wife, Brittany, and I celebrated our wedding day at the Fernhill House Hotel on the 8th of July and to say we're eternally grateful for all of their hard work seems insufficient. Brittany and I live in Canada, so our wedding planning was primarily done from overseas. This could've been extremely difficult, stressful and/or tiresome... but from day one, the Fernhill family & staff made it not only easy but very enjoyable as well.

Brittany & Kevin Moloney

From the moment of booking our date to the wedding itself, the whole experience was just excellent. Ann, the wedding coordinator is so professional and makes you feel at ease. The hotel is so well run, you can rest assure that everything will be looked after. If you are on the lookout for a wedding venue, I would make sure you visit Fernhill House Hotel and you will not be disappointed. It just ticks all the boxes with its beautiful grounds, gorgeous hotel, delicious food and exceptional staff.

Aine & Ger