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Cultra Manor

With enduring style

Edwardian grandeur meets old world

enchantment

Weddings at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum are far from ordinary. With its unparalleled mix of Edwardian grandeur and enchanting old world charm, this place has a unique energy.

Imagine exchanging vows in an atmospheric 18th century church and feasting in the fairytale sumptuousness of the beautifully restored Cultra Manor. You’ll spend the time inbetween ambling on early 1900’s cobbled streets with yesteryear sweet shops, romantic cottages, a silent cinema and more. Or marveling at spectacular locomotives from years gone by. This place is unlike any other and it will make your big day extraordinary.

Front Cover: Image courtesy of Simple Tapestry Wedding Photography

Saying ‘I do’ is the most magical moment of your day – and we have the perfect backdrop. Choose between the classical splendour of Cultra Manor or elevate the traditional in our 1717 Omagh Meeting House church.

Illuminated with oil lights and shimmering candles, the restored church is a dreamily romantic destination for your forever-after declarations. Or, choose to exchange vows in the magnificent Cultra Manor, overlooking Belfast Lough. With its grand rooms, original period features and awe-inspiring views Cultra Manor has a stately air and wholly unique ambience. Both destinations will add even more magic to your ‘I do’s’.

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Atmospheric I do’s

Top Image: Image courtesy of Campbell PhotographyBottom Image and Opposite: Images courtesy of Simple Tapestry Wedding Photography

Curious, glorious destinations

Vows exchanged, your day can take a cool, eclectic turn. This destination has all manner of wonderful, whimsical treats for you and your guests.

Enjoy ice-cream cones as you leave the church, share after-ceremony sweetshop tokens or take in the museum’s unique exhibitions on our Wedding Trail – with craft activities and characters to meet along the way. Enjoy all of these wonders exploring the museum, or stay

inside the grand rooms of Cultra Manor. With only one wedding per day, you’ll enjoy exclusive use of the mansion. Your guests can mix and mingle in the Drawing Room, play traditional games on the lawns and enjoy bespoke aperitifs and appetizers on the terrace. There are also countless pretty and picturesque sites perfect for your dream marquee.

This mix of extraordinary activities and locations, not only offer cool photography and speech opportunities, but allow you to truly personalise your day.

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This Page: Image courtesy of Campbell Photography Opposite: Image courtesy of Simple Tapestry Wedding Photography

This Page: Image courtesy of Campbell Photography

Phenomenal feasting

Our in-house chefs and wedding hospitality team are here to make all your foodie dreams a reality.

We’ll work with you to create a personal, inspiring and delicious menu for your day – using only the finest, locally-sourced ingredients. From haute cuisine, to decadent banquets, cosy Sunday roasts to garden parties, barbecues and sharing extravaganzas – the possibilities are endless. We’ll create a menu that matches the style of your day, full of the food you love to eat, so that every mouthful is memorable and wonderfully reflective of you. And as for the drinks, our barmen and mixologists can create customised cocktails and refreshments that your guest will love.

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Above and Opposite: Images courtesy of Lauren Rutherford Photography

Awesome after hours When the dining’s done and the lights go down, Cultra Manor takes on a whole new persona.

Grand rooms, glowing with kaleidoscopic lights, music booming and guests revelling. There are lots of nooks and spaces for cool happenings so that the celebrations can continue long into the after hours…

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This Page: Image courtesy of Campbell Photography

Much more than just a dayThank you for considering National Museums NI for your special day. If you choose to host your wedding here, you’ll enjoy a year of free membership to the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum. Your phenomenal support enables us to continue preserving, restoring and exhibiting Northern Ireland’s treasures.

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ContactTalk to our Wedding Team today for more information on getting married or hosting your reception at National Museums NI.

Tel 028 9039 5111Email weddings@nmni.comWebsite nmni.com/weddings

Ulster Folk & Transport Museum 153 Bangor Road, Cultra Holywood, BT18 0EU

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Opposite: Image courtesy of Paula McManus Photography