Thomas Prior Hall - Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

(22)
Up to €103 pp
Up to 140
334 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
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Limited-Time Offers & Deals

Exclusive Bridebook Deal
Bridebook Couple Discount
Prosecco at show around
Late Availability
Last Minute Dates Available
Complimentary Toast Drink!

Description

Thomas Prior Hall stands as the quintessential wedding venue in Dublin. Accommodating up to 150 guests, this historic venue nestled on beautifully landscaped gardens offers an ambiance of timeless elegance, exclusively tailored to your special day. Dating back to the late Victorian era, Thomas Prior Hall exudes captivating charm with its vaulted ceilings and glorious stained-glass windows, making it the perfect choice among Dublin's wedding venues. Ideally situated in the heart of Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, this historic landmark provides a picturesque backdrop for both civil wedding ceremonies and receptions, ensuring a truly unforgettable celebration. As Thomas Prior Hall is connected to Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge the wedding party can avail of accommodation and parking facilities. Reason to Book our Wedding Hotel in Dublin ● Stunning historical location ● Luxurious outdoor surroundings and gardens ● Private bar and kitchen away from the main hotel ● Private entrance with a Red Carpet ● One ‘Wedding a Day’ promise ● Complimentary use of the Wedding suite the night of your wedding* ● Complimentary Menu Tasting ● Complimentary first-anniversary stay ● Special accommodation rates for your guests ● Onsite parking for you and your guests *Minimum numbers required Intimate Weddings at Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge Here at Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge, we have many options when it comes to wedding celebrations. Not only do we have the magnificent Thomas Prior Hall for your larger wedding parties but we also have the 1880 Suite. Our 1880 Suite is the perfect location for more intimate gatherings. We can host either your ceremony, dinner, or both in this beautifully appointed light-filled room that opens out onto our courtyard area. This room can cater for groups up to 50 people. The 1880 Suite in Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge is in Dublin’s south city and only a short 8-minute drive from the Dublin Registry Office. The perfect location for your wedding is in Dublin.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Danielle Zuniga Byrne
Congratulations on your Engagement! We would be delighted for you to consider Thomas Prior Hall for your big day! Thomas Prior Hall is a great historic setting in the heart of Dublin City. Thomas Prior Hall provides a picturesque backdrop for both civil wedding ceremonies and receptions, ensuring a truly unforgettable celebration. The team here at Thomas Prior Hall go above and beyond to make your special day one to never forget. I look forward to hearing from you soon :)

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2015
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 30 and 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4

Overview of Thomas Prior Hall - Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

Venue Type
Hotel
Dining Capacity
140
Reception Capacity
150
No. of Bedrooms
334
Sleeps No. of People
668
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
07:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Church Within Walking Distance
Dancefloor Available

Venue

Exclusive Use
Bridal Changing Facilities
In-House Wedding Coordinator
On-Site Parking
Landscaped Gardens
Outdoor Reception Space
City View
Ballroom
Disabled Access

Food and Drink

In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
In-House Wine List
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering

Cultural Specialists

Other
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Asian Wedding Specialist
Jewish Wedding Specialist

Pricing for Thomas Prior Hall - Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

Packages
(price per head)

Maximum Price
€103
Minimum Number of Guests
100
Pricing for packages start at €103, this may vary depending on the date and the package. Please contact us at [email protected] for details on pricing.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Furniture included
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included

Reviews for Thomas Prior Hall - Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
(22)

Francis & Tosin
Happy couple married in October
October 2024
Top-Notch Service
We had a great time at Clayton. Your team's service was top-notch and we do not regret choosing you guys. The manager on duty went above and beyond for us. It truly was a lovely experience and a dream come true for us.
Elyse Dzenick
Wedding: August
October 2024
Staff were so Helpful!
Great stay! The staff at the hotel were helpful with advice on transportation, check-in and check-out processes were super easy and the hotel was clean and safe. I enjoyed the online options for things to do, calling room service, and contacting the front. However I do wish the room service menu would have been open a bit later, as there were also no other restaurant options open at that time. It’s slightly outside of the main areas of Dublin, but very accessible by taxi, car, and transit.
Sonia Mehta
Wedding: September
October 2024
Great Service!
The breakfast is amazing, loved the choices that were offered. We are on a month long trip and dublin was our last destination before we head back. The hotel stood out just because of its service, everyone was always ready to help with a smile, especially the young Bruno, he helped with recommendations that were lovely. He was always happy to help, no request was too big. What an exemplary young man.
Dakota Family
Wedding: August
October 2024
Great Location
The hotel is perfectly located to be able to catch the bus downtown, which made it super easy for us to travel around Dublin. The hotel is beautiful and clean. There's a restaurant so food is not an issue if you don't want to eat out, but it is walkable to a few restaurants as well. We really enjoyed our stay
Emma & Tania
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
The Perfect Wedding Day!
The wedding day went perfect and can’t fault it! We had such a great time. We were short tables for the dinner but Romaine was so fast in getting it sorted for us which was great. The tent outside was definitely a hit so I hope you guys are keeping it because it’s definitely a selling point. We were lucky to have it, can’t believe how insulating it is in the evening. Thanks so much for everything!
Ingrid & Daniel
Happy couple married in July
July 2024
Wonderful Wedding
We would like to thank you for everything , for you and whole team . Our wedding was wonderful and special. Thank you 😊
Jackie & Dusty
Happy couple married in July
July 2024
Everything we hoped and more!
Everything was perfect. Romaney was so kind and so helpful. She went above and beyond. We were so thankful for her. The ceremony was beautiful and everything we had hoped and more!
Hannah & Jordan
Happy couple married in June
July 2024
An Incredible Day!
We just want to pass on our thanks to everyone who was involved in our big day - we honestly couldn't have higher praise for you all! The whole planning process was incredibly easy and we had absolutely nothing to worry about on the day thanks to your expertise. As well as that, we've had so many compliments from our guests on absolutely everything! The food and service was incredible, and all guests who stayed in the hotel for the weekend said what a fantastic place it was to stay (and raved about breakfast 🤣). We honestly could not have had a better day and were so well looked after. Thank you so much for all of your help in making our day so special.
Gillian & Juan
Happy couple married in May
May 2024
Perfect Day!
Thanks so much, everything was amazing. We had a great time. The food was really good and the service was excellent. I wanted to say a particular thank you to Danielle and Romany for all of your hard work.
William & Caroline
Happy couple married in May
May 2024
Amazing Wedding Venue
Firstly, We would just like to say that we totally enjoyed holding our Wedding in the 1880 Room in the Hotel. The 1880 Room with the availability of the Courtyard outside for the Prosecco reception was great and all our guests complemented the setting and the hotel. From the time we arrived the staff were brilliant in looking after our guests before, during and after the Reception. The layout of the 1880 Room was exactly what we wanted. The Dinner Menu that we selected was perfect-the only criticism we would have was that the Beef was too tough for some of our guests and maybe we should have asked for it to be served as "well done". Special word for Victor and all the staff who looked after the serving of the meal and the wines for our guests. The DJ with the advice of the hotel staff decided to use the floor area outside the 1880 Room to perform her set and this worked very well for all our guests and everyone enjoyed the music. Our Wedding room and our guests rooms were impressive and we were all happy with our accommodation. We would certainly look forward to staying in the hotel again for our Anniversary. We would like to thank you Danielle in helping to organise our Wedding and the card and chocolates was a nice gesture on behalf of the hotel. We would highly recommend the Hotel as a Wedding venue.

Location & Contact Details for Thomas Prior Hall - Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

Address

Merrion Road, Dublin, Co. Dublin, D04 W3P9, Leinster, Ireland

Travel Notes

It is best to enter the following Eircode into Google Maps. D04 P3C3

Nearest Town

Dublin

Nearest Motorway & Junction

N31

Nearest Train Station

Sydney Parade Station

Nearest Airport

Dublin Airport

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Wedding Open Day At Thomas Prior Hall!

2nd November 2024
We are giving couples the opportunity view the hall on Saturday 2nd November 2024. To book a viewing, please contact [email protected] with your name, time and preferable date
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Thomas Prior Hall - Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge ?

At Thomas Prior each wedding is completely unique to each couple. We wouldn't be able to compare each wedding as each was beautiful and stands out. It is important that each couple feels that their wedding is a reflection of them as a couple and that their wedding day displays them as a unit together. All our weddings at Thomas Prior Hall achieve this and gives each couple a day that they will never forget celebrating their love with their family and friends.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Each wedding is very different as is every couple, it is important when making big decisions such as the venue and your suppliers that they all align with who you both are as a couple as well as what you both want for your big day!

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

It's great seeing everyone's personal take on their wedding especially when it comes to the table decorations and table names. One which I loved was a couple named the tables after pubs in Ireland which they loved or had a special memory of. They has art pieces of each pub for the tables as well which looked amazing!

Describe Thomas Prior Hall - Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge in 5 adjectives

Historic, Romantic, Iconic, Different & Beautiful

Where’s the best photo spot at Thomas Prior Hall - Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge ?

The exterior of the Thomas Prior Hall is truly incredible and is breath taking in photos, the structure of the building speaks for itself and it pictures beautifully for the wedding couple, creating unforgettable memories.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Thomas Prior Hall - Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge ?

Not Yet :)

What’s your favourite canapé?

The Goats Cheese Tart is an overall fav :)

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

I love a sweet Treat, our Homemade cookies are exceptional!

What is Thomas Prior Hall - Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge most unique feature?

Our Thomas Prior Hall is from the 1800's and was a school church, this contributes to the high ceilings and glorious stained-glass windows, making it the perfect choice among Dublin's wedding venues. Ideally situated in the heart of Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, this historic landmark provides a picturesque backdrop for both civil wedding ceremonies and receptions, ensuring a truly unforgettable celebration.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

It would have to be our team. We have an incredible team here at Thomas Prior Hall and they go above and beyond to ensure your day runs smoothly and that you and your guests experience the highest of standards throughout your visit. We put emphasis on personal touches for you as we like to get to know the couple and what they like so we can incorporate this into your day.
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Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook Special OfferIf a couple books a wedding with minimum numbers of 130, we will give a complimentary toast drink of a glass of prosecco to all guests.