Venue South Wicklow/North Wexford

For 70-80 it's kinda awkward . The hotels like the Arklow Bay or the Ashdown / Amber Springs in Gorey would be too big for that sized wedding party . The Ashdown can section off part of the room but it doesn't really work imo . Think Amber Springs will section of their room too but I've never seen it like this .

Marlfield house / Tinakilly / Hunters cater for that amount but you'd be paying big bucks which you don't want to do ( and I reckon you're right ) .

The Woodenbridge hotel is reasonable enough money wise and 80 people wouldn't be too lost in their reception room .

What I'd do is head for Brooklodge - it's pricey out there too but if you ask nice they'll let you rent out their micro brewery pub (Actons) for the night . I've been at a small wedding here and it was lovely , very relaxed but classy too . Was at a suprise b'day party too where about 50 of us had a 3 course meal and that was also a great night . I doubt if they would stretch to 80 guests but there's no harm in asking - if they try and steer you towards the main reception room it'll be expensive though so steer clear !