Barberstown Castle
Wedding Photography at Barberstown Castle
Straffan, Co. Kildare
Parts of Barberstown Castle date back to 1288, and the building has been occupied continuously for over 400 years — which means every corner, from the medieval Castle Keep to the Victorian wing, has its own character to shoot against.
We've photographed and filmed several weddings hereA Few Fun Facts
What makes this venue special, from what we've seen behind the cameraThree Centuries of Architecture in One Building
The original 13th-century Castle Keep, a 16th-century Elizabethan house, and an 1830s Victorian wing all sit side by side — great for varying the backdrop across one wedding.
Once Eric Clapton's Home
The castle was owned by Eric Clapton from 1979 to 1987, when musicians would gather to play late into the night in the Green Room and Castle Keep.
A 16th-Century Coach House Turned Banqueting Hall
Receptions are held in what's now the Medieval Banqueting Hall, with a private drinks area where a piper often welcomes guests — a nice moment to capture as it happens.
The Haggard Bar
A former 15th-century coach house, now a cosy pub with an open fire — popular for next-day wedding parties, and a warm, low-lit spot for candid shots.
20 Acres of Grounds
Mature gardens and grounds give plenty of quiet spots for couple portraits away from the reception itself.
One of Ireland's Most Continuously Occupied Castles
Rather than being knocked down and rebuilt, each era simply added on to what came before — a detail worth mentioning to history-loving couples.
From Weddings We've Shot Here
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