The Georgian doors of this listed 18th Century rural residence open to a haven of four-star comfort, luxury, warm service, great food, and lots of lovely ways to relax. The Forde Suites, featuring the Orangery and walled garden terrace, offer versatile spaces for weddings, from a private ceremony to grand ballroom. The venue is independently owned, and in lots of little ways – from the warmth of the team to their continual investment in The Estate – they like to think this shows.
After undergoing an extensive refurbishment in 2024, their couples have been on a transformative journey with them. Not only from a cosmetic aspect, with the renovation of existing suites and ballroom, but the expansion including the Yeats Suite for the intimate vows and declarations, and the beautiful Orangery, a vast and iconic glass dome featuring a grand piano, bar, and lounge for the perfect beginnings post ceremony to enjoy love and laughter in an exclusive space for you and your guests. This was not solely a bricks and mortar assignment, but also an enhancement on service, food, and dedication to their couples. The impact has been on a phenomenal level of fantastic wedding celebrations and complimentary reviews.
Come and meet the team from The Johnstown Estate at the Wedding Journal Show.
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Exciting NEW Venue For This Year’s Wedding Journal Show
In our 30th anniversary year, the Wedding Journal Show is set to make its debut in the ICC Belfast (Waterfront Hall) on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September 2025. This new state-of-the-art venue promises to elevate your experience, offering a modern and spacious setting that will enhance the overall atmosphere of the show.
This year’s show will retain all of the best highlights including…
SPECTACULAR Bridal Fashion Show
See the latest wedding dresses, bridesmaids’ dresses, groomswear and occasionwear on stage three times daily! This energetic, entertaining fashion show is a must at the show and we can’t wait to see it brought to life on a new stage this year.
WIN A £30,000 WEDDING
Could you be this year’s winner of this amazing prize package! Just imagine walking away with a luxury honeymoon, wedding dress, groomswear and so much more! Click hereto read what it meant to last year’s winners Courtney and Jamie.
Bridal Beauty Zone
From the latest aesthetic treatments for face and body, to must-have products and cosmetic denistry, you’ll find everything you need to look and feel your best.
Quirky Zone
Come and meet the suppliers who can bring something different to your day and reflect your own unique personal taste.
However, this new venue allows us to introduce…
NEW! WEDTalk & Beauty Stage
Leading industry experts will be sharing their inside knowledge and top tips in Hall Two where you’ll find an intimate staging area with scheduled talks across the weekend, along with interactive beauty demos.
NEW! Entertainment Stage
Be greeted on arrival by a host of musicians, singers and wedding bands, who will be PERFORMING LIVE on our NEW entertainment stage.
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Celebrate your special day at Bishop’s Gate Hotel, an iconic landmark nestled within the historic city walls of Derry-Londonderry. Their Grade B1 listed building blends Edwardian grandeur with modern luxury, offering an enchanting setting for your wedding celebration.
Elegant Venues for Every Celebration
The Northern Counties Ballroom combines historic charm with contemporary design, providing a sophisticated backdrop for weddings of up to 120 guests. For intimate gatherings, the Hervey Library offers a cosy and elegant space.
Comprehensive Wedding Packages
They offer two distinct wedding packages to suit your preferences:
Classic Package: Includes hotel services with flexibility for personal touches or external suppliers.
Collection Package: A curated selection of services from the city’s finest wedding providers for a seamless planning experience.
Both packages guarantee exclusivity, as they host only one wedding per day, ensuring their undivided attention.
Prime Location with Historic Charm
Situated in the heart of the Walled City, Bishop’s Gate Hotel is surrounded by cathedrals and churches for your ceremony. The historic city walls and the grand staircase provide picturesque settings for wedding photographs.
Luxurious Accommodations and Amenities
This boutique hotel features 30 luxurious guest rooms, including two suites along with eight private apartments, ensuring comfort for you and your guests. Amenities such as the residents’ lounge and renowned restaurant enhance your wedding experience.
Dedicated Wedding Co-ordination
The experienced wedding team is committed to bringing your vision to life, from consultation to the final toast, they ensure every detail is meticulously planned and executed.
Create Unforgettable Memories
At Bishop’s Gate Hotel, they understand the importance of your wedding day. Their blend of historic elegance, modern luxury, and exceptional service ensures a truly unforgettable experience.
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Aurora Photographic Agency consists of John and Paul, wedding photographers based in Northern Ireland offering bespoke wedding, and elopement and destination wedding photography throughout Ireland the UK, and beyond.
Having over 20 years of experience their style is to capture the simplicity and the emotion of your day from the preparations right through to the joy of your first dance in a relaxed manor creating a real story using all the natural elements of our surroundings.
Their unobtrusive approach enables us to capture the strongest imagery on the day while also catering to your personal requests for family and friends.
John and Paul love to use natural light and work from all the natural elements of their surroundings.
Come and meet the pair of them at The Wedding Journal Show. They are looking forward to hearing your plans for your special day.
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Pearls & Whirls Bridal Boutique For The Entire Bridal Party
The team at Pearls & Whirls Bridal Boutique believe that each bride no matter their budget, dress size or bridal vision, deserves to look and feel the best version of themselves on their magical day.
They offer a luxury 2-hour bridal appointment in their award-winning bridal rooms and offer each bride the chance to sit back, relax and view the amazing collection of dresses from fabulous designers from around the world and offer inclusive sizing. Their aim is to provide each bride time to view, relax, try on and enjoy their bridal experience and feel confident and excited when they say ‘yes’ to their dream dress.
Every bride who chooses to shop at Pearls & Whirls can be confident in knowing that they will be personally welcomed by owner Sheena, and begin to build a great rapport with her as shel takes care of each individual order, fitting and collection.
As well as their range of stunning wedding dresses, Pearls & Whirls also offer dresses for your bridesmaids, flowergirls and are excited to be launching occasionwear for mothers of the bride and groom this autumn.
Pearls & Whirls truly do provide the full luxury experience to the entire bridal party, so come along to The Wedding Journal Show, meet the team, and let them help you and your wedding party find your dream dresses, and most importantly, make fabulous memories along the way!
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Make It Unforgettable With The Perfect Party Wedding & Events
One of the Win A 30K Wedding partners, The Perfect Party Wedding & Events is dedicated to creating unforgettable wedding experiences with a unique blend of traditional elegance and contemporary design. They offer sophisticated faux floral arrangements, enchanting fairylight backdrops, stunning centrepieces, elegant chair covers, and striking faux trees — each carefully selected to transform your venue into the perfect setting for your big day. Whether your vision is classic, rustic, or modern, their diverse range of décor options ensures the team can bring your dream wedding to life.
In addition, they provide all the thoughtful details and finishing touches that make your celebration truly special. From chic accessories to personalised touches, they ensure every element of your wedding is covered.
The perfect Party Wedding & Events are also excited to introduce their latest service — custom LED signs. These personalised, LED designs provide a distinctive and memorable touch, whether you want to display your names, a meaningful quote, or a bespoke message.
To further streamline your planning process, they are excited to announce the launch of a new website. This user-friendly platform will allow you to build your own wedding package, selecting the décor pieces that best suit your style and preferences. Additionally, their “design your own LED sign” feature gives you the opportunity to create and view your sign.
Come and meet The Perfect Party Wedding & Events The Wedding Journal Show to begin planning the wedding of your dreams.
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Callaghan Jewellers Where A Thing Of Beauty Is A Joy Forever
Your wedding band is the most precious piece of jewellery you will ever own. It is a representation of you and your partner’s love, commitment and bond. So, when choosing the perfect ring, you want to ensure you find one of quality, beauty and style. This is whereCallaghan Jewellers of Buncrana comes to the fore. A leading light in the wedding ring business for over 60 years, Callaghan Jewellers name is synonymous with tradition, distinction and excellence.
The local business was founded in 1960 by Frank Callaghan, whose ethos was ‘For Quality For Years’ – the exact same sentiment which will be applied to your wedding and engagement bands. Callaghan Jewellers is in its third generation, carrying Frank’s vision through the decades.
As well as being known for quality, brides and grooms are also flocking to Callaghan Jewellers at 42 Upper Main Street, to avail of their fantastic Wedding Ring Promotion.
McCalls of Lisburn is a family-owned business established in 1956, renowned for its award-winning service and personal touch.
At McCalls, they specialise in making your wedding day truly unforgettable with their exclusive wedding suit purchase and hire options. Their dedicated wedding room experience ensures that every detail, from waistcoats and pocket squares to accessories that perfectly complement your bridesmaids, is meticulously curated to match your vision.
With the convenience of online booking, you can easily access their extensive collection and receive personalised attention, making the journey to your perfect day seamless and stress-free.
Let McCalls of Lisburn help your groom’s party enjoy “The Perfect Fit.”
McCalls of Lisburn – The Perfect Fit since 1956.
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Few settings for Cavan weddings are as romantic or beautiful as Farnham Estate. A wedding at the Farnham Estate Hotel Cavan, Ireland is a marriage of style, luxury and flawless service. From the bouquet to the banquet, everything the special couple desire becomes reality at the estate.
At the hotel, couples planning weddings enjoy special luxury amenities, such as, a complimentary suite for two nights, red carpet welcome to the hotel, complimentary champagne upon arrival and use of the hotel garden and grounds for photographs. The ballroom can hold weddings for up to 240 guests.
The four-star Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort boasts a reputation for style, comfort and fine food with service to match, ensuring memorable Cavan weddings. The guidance and expertise of the hotel staff guarantee the best in personal service and attention to detail. All inclusive wedding packages start from €95 per person.
To meet the team and find our more about this beautiful wedding venue, come along to the Wedding Journal Show.
