Frequently Asked
What time should I arrive?
The ceremony begins at 1:00 PM at the Church of the Assumption in Collooney. Please aim to arrive by 12:45 PM so you’re seated comfortably before we begin.
Are the ceremony and reception in the same place?
No — they’re two separate venues. The ceremony is at the Church of the Assumption in Collooney, and the reception, dinner and celebrations are at Markree Castle. The two are about a 15-minute drive apart, so you’ll travel between them after the ceremony.
Is there parking?
Yes. There is free parking at both the Church of the Assumption and at Markree Castle. The Church of the Assumption is in a small village — beside the church there is a car park, and you can also park on the road or at the health centre a few minutes down the road. The priest has kindly allowed the bridal party to park at his house, directly across from the church.
How will I get back to my hotel at the end of the night?
Shuttle buses will run from Markree Castle back to the designated hotels in and around Sligo town on the wedding night, collecting at 12:30am and 2:30am (the last bus), so you can relax and enjoy the celebrations without worrying about the drive home. The buses only serve hotels in the vicinity of Sligo town, and taxis are very hard to get from Markree unless booked well in advance — so please plan on the buses. Guests staying at Markree Castle itself are already home.
Can I bring my children?
Absolutely — children are very welcome to join us for the celebrations.
Can I bring a plus-one?
Plus-ones are included only where your invitation names them. If you’re unsure who is included on your invite, just check your RSVP or get in touch.
Can I take photos?
We ask that you keep phones and cameras away during the ceremony so everyone can be fully present — our photographer will capture those moments for us. Once the ceremony is over, please take as many photos as you like!
Are the venues accessible?
Both the Church of the Assumption and Markree Castle are wheelchair accessible. If you have any specific access requirements, please let us know and we’ll be happy to share more detail and help however we can.
What time will the day wrap up?
The celebrations will continue into the night, with the bar and music running until 2:00 AM.
What happens if it rains?
There’s no need to worry about the weather — should it rain, everything simply moves indoors at Markree Castle, and the day carries on exactly as planned.
Who can I contact if I have a question?
Feel free to reach out to Daniel — by phone or text on 085 159 2339, or by email at info@sarahanddaniel.ie.