On the Newcastle coast, at the foot of the Mourne Mountains, Slieve Donard has been hosting meetings and events since 1898. Five distinct spaces and two restaurants, ranging from an intimate private dining room to a ballroom for 600 — with a dedicated events team, in-house AV, and the Irish Sea outside the window.
720 sq m | Reception: 600
One of the largest function suites in Northern Ireland, the Grand Ballroom can accommodate receptions of up to 800 guests. A self-contained space with its own entrance, it can be dressed and configured to suit any event.
Ideal for weddings, gala dinners, and large conferences.
280 sq m | Reception: 300 | Dinner: 140
A light-filled room with curved windows overlooking Dundrum Bay and the Mourne Mountains. Works equally well as a ceremony space or reception room, with crystal chandeliers and direct views to the coast.
Ideal for weddings, dinners, and corporate receptions.
119 sq m | Reception: 100 | Dinner: 60
A grand and classical space with original columns, statement chandeliers, and a fireplace. Available for half and full-day bookings.
Ideal for ceremonies, private dining, and meetings.
130 sq m | Reception: 100 | Dinner: 100
A dedicated bar, direct access to the front lawns, and floor-to-ceiling windows with mountain and sea views. Works well as a standalone venue or as a reception space alongside the Grand Ballroom or Chandelier Room.
Ideal for drinks receptions, intimate dinners, and pre-event gatherings.
52 sq m | Reception: 25 | Dinner: 25
A quiet room off the main lobby with views over the lawn and the sea beyond. The right size for a welcome drinks reception, rehearsal dinner, or small private gathering.
Ideal for rehearsal dinners, welcome drinks, and intimate celebrations.
27.5 – 44.5 sq m | Capacity: 20 – 40 per room
Six flexible rooms on the first floor, bookable individually or as a full suite.
Ideal for breakout sessions, workshops, and seminars.
Named after the Victorian architect who built Slieve Donard, J.J. Farrall's has been the heart of the hotel since 1898 — high ceilings, period details, and a dining room that has welcomed guests for well over a century.
Ideal for private dining, milestone celebrations, and corporate gatherings.
Named after Ireland's most beloved entertainer, The Percy French sits at the entrance to Slieve Donard with the Mourne Mountains and the Irish Sea behind it. Dark timber rafters, a stone fireplace, and a lifetime's worth of golf history on the walls.
Ideal for drinks receptions, casual gatherings, and post-round pints.
Tell us what you have in mind and our team will help shape the details, from the first idea through to the day itself.