Leixlip manor

Cameoette

Hi all,

Thinking of booking this venue for our wedding but have a few concerns- if anyone's got married here recently maybe you can help!

We are having 120 to dinner (main house, no marquee) and then inviting about 30 to afters. They assured us there would be plenty of room but I'm not so sure? The room is definitely on the small side and I don't want it to be so full people feel uncomfortable.

Has anyone gone with the BBQ wedding package? Fiancé is keen, I'm a bit more reluctant

amdublin

My sister got married here. And my cousin is getting married there in two months. I think it is beautiful. It is a very popular (and busy) venue for weddings.

stinkle

We had just over 100 on the day and it did seem kinda tight! It would probably have been one extra table had we a full house, and I can see that it would have fit. Bear in mind you might end up with fewer people anyway as the day gets closer.

Had about 30 at afters too. We got a great day weather wise, so it didn't seem cramped due to folks mingling outside though.

Toots

Guys, per the Charter, please don't speculate about whether a business is in trouble.

Toots wrote: »

"Is X hotel/shop/service going out of business?"
Threads like this aren't as common as they were a few years ago, however they do still pop up now and again. Unless you have a credible source (like a news article) that you can quote and link to saying that a business is closing down, please don't post. Rumours and conjecture are just that, and it is unbelievably stressful for a bride or groom to hear rumours about suppliers they are using, and not be able to have them confirmed. In addition to that, it can be damaging to a business if rumours about them closing down are being posted online.

SarahMollie

One thing on the numbers OP, is that if you're inviting 120, is it realistic to expect that they'll all RSVP Yes?
Typically, I've heard a drop off around 10-15% is normal, so you might have more room than you think.

Also, I think its unrealistic to expect that all 30 will come for afters. Some people are funny about afters only invites, so won't attend. Also, sometimes people feel like an afters only invite is just a courtesy, so may send a card, but just might not be bothered going.

Cameoette

SarahMollie wrote: »

One thing on the numbers OP, is that if you're inviting 120, is it realistic to expect that they'll all RSVP Yes?
Typically, I've heard a drop off around 10-15% is normal, so you might have more room than you think.

Also, I think its unrealistic to expect that all 30 will come for afters. Some people are funny about afters only invites, so won't attend. Also, sometimes people feel like an afters only invite is just a courtesy, so may send a card, but just might not be bothered going.

True! I guess I could expect some drop off from the full invites but a lot are on my partners side (he has a huge and very close family) so I think we'll retain our numbers...The people for the afters are big groups of friends from college that we'd catch up with a few times a year, that I'd love to see but can't afford to invite to the full shindig. Knowing them I know they wouldn't be offended in the slightest by an afters invite.

Borderfox

Was there at a wedding two weeks ago and really enjoyed it. Just over 110 and it was cosy rather than tight. Everything ran like clockwork and food was really nice.

Rachiee

Went to a friends wedding there really great venue with the outside space and the bar space and people mingling it won't feel so tight everyone won't all be in the room at one time

kandr10

I've been to 2 weddings there in the past 3 years and it was a lovely venue. Over 100 in both cases, both had bad weather so people were t outside much or anything but didn't feel cramped at all. Great service and food is really good too.

Cameoette

Borderfox wrote: »

Was there at a wedding two weeks ago and really enjoyed it. Just over 110 and it was cosy rather than tight. Everything ran like clockwork and food was really nice.

That's fantastic to hear good feedback about the food, cheers!

It's definitely top of our venue list, just think it's so pretty and its local to us too.

steviebrazil86

Hi we've also booked this venue for our wedding next year but are very worried that the venue has gone up for sale... we're strongly considering moving venue but afraid they'll try and keep the deposit. I don't like the idea of investing so much money with all the uncertainty

steviebrazil86

steviebrazil86 wrote: »

Hi we've also booked this venue for our wedding next year but are very worried that the venue has gone up for sale... we're strongly considering moving venue but afraid they'll try and keep the deposit. I don't like the idea of investing so much money with all the uncertainty

Just search online we found out in the paper and have canceled now but they won't reply to our emails about a refund. Very disappointed

lasair

steviebrazil86 wrote: »

Just search online we found out in the paper and have canceled now but they won't reply to our emails about a refund. Very disappointed

I emailed this morning and was told they are still taking bookings for next two years. Did you have it paid in full or the deposit? Its written in the T&C they will retain the deposit

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steviebrazil86

@Iasair yes they're still taking bookings but couldn't guarantee us anything 100% so we're not going to take the chance. I don't want to have you worried about your day so be all means go for it and I hope it's perfect for you. A friend of mine had to find a new wedding venue 3 months before her wedding because their original venue was sold so no thanks. Luckily we have only given them the first payment (initial deposit). We've already informed them on Tuesday that we'd like to cancel but they still haven't responded to us even though I sent a follow up email. I spoke to a solicitor and he told us they haven't a leg to stand on regarding keeping the deposit, the contract is completely void due to the property going up for sale so the T&C's have changed. We wouldn't have booked it had we known it was going up for sale that's for sure. Solicitor letter should be in the post today or tomorrow so hopefully we'll get a response then, get the deposit back and we can put it all behind us.

@Lorenna we were looking forward to it and had heard a lot of good things about it but I'm not going to take the chance and frankly we're astonished by their failure to communicate with us. Hopefully we find somewhere new in the next few weeks and get the deposit sorted out soon because there's no way I'm letting it slide. Can't believe they left you waiting that long that's ridiculous but maybe they knew once you'd find out it was for sale you wouldn't book it anyway haha

merchead

We have a wedding booked for later this year. I understand the new owners are doing works and upping the cost of weddings.

I also suspect they are trying to get people who booked last year at lower rates to cancel...so the can sell the dates at higher prices.

The new management are not helpful.. the one we talked to was really rude ... suggesting if we didnt like their new approach we should cancel.

lasair

merchead wrote: »

We have a wedding booked for later this year. I understand the new owners are doing works and upping the cost of weddings.

I also suspect they are trying to get people who booked last year at lower rates to cancel...so the can sell the dates at higher prices.

The new management are not helpful.. the one we talked to was really rude ... suggesting if we didnt like their new approach we should cancel.

This evening as my wedding is 3 weeks away I met with one of the new management team, GM, to be exact and I was personally shown the property. To be honest I was skeptial at the start but I left truly blown away! The amount of work this person is carrying out is just crazy in such a short period 8 weeks. I had issues with communication however this is actually due to an upgrade in systems which was definitely needed especially if they are to take to the level they have invasiged but they are accessible by email and will call you if you make a request. I went with apprehension and I have left beaming and full of confidence in the team. My advice is contact hotel directly by email and ask to speak directly to them or even get details for them because they are working exceptionally hard to make it all 100%.

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Ulverton4

Has anyone had their reception in Leixlip Manor in 2016? Did you bring in your own wine and pay corkage? We were quoted a price and now they are trying to increase it with only two weeks to go to the wedding day. If you still have details of what you paid I'd love to hear from you.

victoria3230

Hi, I have a wedding booked at Leixlip in June this year. I'm getting a little worried after reading some of these posts. We are planning it from abroad and lots of people are traveling from the US. The GM assured me that all renovations would be completed by then. Would be great to hear updates from all of you as you learn more.

lasair

victoria3230 wrote: »

Hi, I have a wedding booked at Leixlip in June this year. I'm getting a little worried after reading some of these posts. We are planning it from abroad and lots of people are traveling from the US. The GM assured me that all renovations would be completed by then. Would be great to hear updates from all of you as you learn more.

I would just message them and ask for carol she will seriously put you at ease. My day is literally 13 days away so if I take snaps I will send you them by message

victoria3230

Thank you @lasair, appreciate it!

Ulverton4

Our wedding is next Saturday and I'm not worried at all Victoria.Everything has been sorted but will post again after the event.

optogirl

Lads please do post again after weddings! Am quite nervous about lack of contact from venue & some of the posts here are making me quake a bit - wedding in a couple of months

Would appreciate all recent feedback very much!

Ulverton4

Hi, Our wedding took place in Leixlip Manor last Saturday and I cannot speak highly enough of both the venue and staff. The inside of the house has been transformed. New drapes, fresh paint, new dance floor, perfect bathrooms and some of the bedrooms have been upgraded too. Everything we had previously booked was honoured.The food arrived hot and the beef was melt in the mouth. I would have no reservations at all about recommending the venue to anyone. Hope this helps anyone who has a wedding coming up.

optogirl

Ulverton4 wrote: »

Hi, Our wedding took place in Leixlip Manor last Saturday and I cannot speak highly enough of both the venue and staff. The inside of the house has been transformed. New drapes, fresh paint, new dance floor, perfect bathrooms and some of the bedrooms have been upgraded too. Everything we had previously booked was honoured.The food arrived hot and the beef was melt in the mouth. I would have no reservations at all about recommending the venue to anyone. Hope this helps anyone who has a wedding coming up.

You have made me so happy! Congratulations on your marriage & thanks so much for taking the time to post x

missmatty

Thanks so much for your post Ulverton and congrats, sounds like you had a fantastic day! Wonderful to hear about the house being freshened up and the excellent meal Very reassuring as we're there in a few months too.

Julieann123

All brides 2017,panic over,I called into leixlip manor yesterday,a lot of work going on and just to tell ye it is fab,they are honouring all wedding packages,I'm so excited,I was going to take pictures but the manager wants to surprise all u lovely brides.

sweetie

Julieann123 wrote: »

All brides 2017,panic over,I called into leixlip manor yesterday,a lot of work going on and just to tell ye it is fab,they are honouring all wedding packages,I'm so excited,I was going to take pictures but the manager wants to surprise all u lovely brides.

:rolleyes: Welcome to the forum 'Julieann'

anya_t

Well, we just got an email saying that they will be doing renovation works for the next 9-12 months and on our wedding in October 2017 the courtyard is not going to be available... I am absolutely freaking out as I can't imagine having a wedding beside a building site..and there is nowhere for guests to stay!

optogirl

anya_t wrote: »

Well, we just got an email saying that they will be doing renovation works for the next 9-12 months and on our wedding in October 2017 the courtyard is not going to be available... I am absolutely freaking out as I can't imagine having a wedding beside a building site..and there is nowhere for guests to stay!

oh ffs!!!!! aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaand, back to freaking out

Julieann123

Omg just got e mail saying I have no courtyard ,that woman yesterday told me that every thing would be great on the day,now its going to be a building site,she lied to my face, and then I go on boards and tell every one how great it is,I don't know what I'm going to do

optogirl

For some reason I don't quite but your story Julieann but that could just be my suspicious nature....when is your wedding? What does 'I have no courtyard' mean?

Julieann123

Sorry optigirl I'm all over the place so upset,they said the courtyard will have no access as it will be a building site,so guests have no where to stay only in house , it has only 10 bedrooms
I asked where they building yesterday she said no but a big digger outside,

Julieann123

October is ment to be my wedding

optogirl

When is your wedding?

optogirl

Ah lads- I am absolutely terrified now. Wedding in a few weeks.

missmatty

I'm sorry to hear that. I had heard some weddings later this year were affected by the renovations. If it's any consolation there are loads of hotels nearby; Becketts, Lucan Spa, the Courtyard, Leixlip House Hotel and the Glenroyal in Maynooth.

Julieann123

Thanks for that,hope it does not come to that

Soggybiscuits

We are in the same position got an email today saying we can't use the courtyard for our guests which is going to be a big loss we were looking forward to having a late night bar and for the guests to be able to be just a stone throw away from there bed and it feels like it's taking that moment away from us, now we need to find out if we still have access to the gardens for photographs, we've already paid €2,500 on the deposit which is non refundable and we're not happy at all about this news... if anyone has been in touch with them and they have helped in any way to accommodate for these conditions will they please let us know asap thanks

optogirl

Soggybiscuits wrote: »

We are in the same position got an email today saying we can't use the courtyard for our guests which is going to be a big loss we were looking forward to having a late night bar and for the guests to be able to be just a stone throw away from there bed and it feels like it's taking that moment away from us, now we need to find out if we still have access to the gardens for photographs, we've already paid €2,500 on the deposit which is non refundable and we're not happy at all about this news... if anyone has been in touch with them and they have helped in any way to accommodate for these conditions will they please let us know asap thanks

If you were sold the idea that the courtyard would be availabe for guests then I think the deposit should be refundable - you are not getting the service you were promised. I would push that with them if you decide to move venues - it's a lot of money

Jjaaa

Hi - I got the email too about the courtyard being closed and was just wondering if anyone got anymore details from them??? Does it affect the grounds or gardens at all or just the rooms? Is anyone being offered refunds? ðŸ˜

Julieann123

Yea was there today ,they getting rid of gardens and courtyard, just get ur money back, they could not care less.

Jjaaa

Were you able to get your money back?

Gavinz

Have the Toweys sold this place?

Julieann123

Jjaaa wrote: »

Were you able to get your money back?

Yea it on way

anya_t

We haven't cancelled ours yet, which is in October as well, as I wanted to sort out an alternative first.
I asked them straight away what kind of works they are planning on doing-they said they can't give any information and if we want to cancel they will be more than happy to give our money back...She didn't even apologise once and the tone suggested that they couldn't care less...

Jjaaa

anya_t wrote: »

We haven't cancelled ours yet, which is in October as well, as I wanted to sort out an alternative first.
I asked them straight away what kind of works they are planning on doing-they said they can't give any information and if we want to cancel they will be more than happy to give our money back...She didn't even apologise once and the tone suggested that they couldn't care less...

Thanks for that update - did you go to meet them or was this over the phone/email?

anya_t

This was over the email. We were going to go and see them, however after we got a reply re deposit we realised there is no point...they didn't even suggest anything or offer to come out and visit them to find a solution etc.
Last week was the most stressful week we experienced, so my aim was to sort something else out as soon as possible as at this stage we are back to square one re planning.

Kirbar2012

@anya_t when is your wedding booked for?

Slightly panicking as I've just found out about all this because I went online to see if I could find out information as Ive been trying to contact them for weeks now.

Kirbar2012

anya_t wrote: »

This was over the email. We were going to go and see them, however after we got a reply re deposit we realised there is no point...they didn't even suggest anything or offer to come out and visit them to find a solution etc.
Last week was the most stressful week we experienced, so my aim was to sort something else out as soon as possible as at this stage we are back to square one re planning.

What date is ur wedding