Meet Arek – Our Sustainability Officer
To help us take the next steps in our green journey, we are proud to appoint our own full-time Sustainability Officer, Arek Gduliński. Arek joined our team at Dromoland Castle six years ago and we are excited to back him all the way in his new role as he carves out the future of our estate,…
Read MoreMarie’s Story
Many of you will have had the pleasure of meeting Marie Chawke, our Director of Business Development and a key member of Dromoland Castle since 2017. Energetic, hard working and much-loved, on August 26th 2020 Marie was diagnosed with Stage Three hormone cancer. Determined to weather the storm with her upbeat attitude, she began…
Read MoreLet’s Celebrate St Patrick’s Day
At the time of year when the world stops to celebrate all things Irish, we would like to kick off the week of St Patrick’s Day by celebrating a few of our local Irish suppliers and sharing signature Castle recipes for you to create in the comfort of your own home. Our menus feature…
Read MoreA Catch Up With The O’Connors
“My favourite time of year is Christmas. It’s the atmosphere, everyone in great spirits, the decorations, amazing food. For me, it is the time of year to experience Dromoland at its best.” John and Mike O’Connor are two of of the most recognised faces at the Castle amongst our guests. With 80 years of service…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Drawing A Bath
How Drawing a bath can help you in ways you didn’t even know possible. Warm baths help ease physical tension, relax anxious muscles and can even help with digestive problems and lowering blood sugar levels. A Japanese study has investigated the mental health benefits of bathing and the results have shown they can drastically help…
Read MoreIncoming Tour Operators Association Ireland
The Incoming Tour Operators Association – Ireland, comprising of 32 of Irelands leading inbound tour operators chose Dromoland Castle for their away weekend Conference this year. Collectively the associations members annually deliver 750,000 tourists to the Island of Ireland from around the globe providing group touring, individual holiday and self-drive programmes and MICE (Meeting, Incentive,…
Read MoreDealers Choice at Dromoland Cocktail Bar
Dealer’s Choice at Dromoland’s Cocktail Bar Tarot cards might spark thoughts of mystical predictions, soothsayers and crystal balls, but, at Dromoland Castle, the deck has been given a whole new meaning Our new Dealer’s Choice experience at Dromoland’s Cocktail Bar elevates the traditional cocktail encounter into a fun game of chance. Forget ordering your usual…
Read MoreBurren Sensory Afternoon Tea
We are delighted to offer a unique Afternoon Tea experience based on the allure of The Burren. Located in County Clare, The Burren is known for its beautiful limestone landscapes, high oceanic climate and is home to over 1100 species of plants. Dromoland Castle’s Sensory Afternoon Tea sets to awaken your senses and recreate the…
Read More‘Ian Scott, Head Sommelier and Spanish Wine Week 2019’
Spanish wine styles in the Castle Over the years here in the Castle we have seen many wine regions come and go as trendy wines are talked about and savoured, but one that has always held its ground is the Spanish wines. Maybe its to do with the Irish going on summer holidays to the…
Read More‘January Is The Beginning Of The Gardening Year’
Gardening is all about relationships. The relationship between the garden and its surroundings, between the hard and soft landscaping and between the plants themselves. A garden is for all seasons in a succession of colour, texture and interest throughout the year. January is the beginning of the garden year and a time for renewed energy…
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