Adare
Fanningstown Castle
A 12th century castle with 19th century interiors near Adare, hired exclusively for very small numbers.
Ireland
Springfield Castle wedding venue, Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick
A castle dating to 1280 on a 200 acre wooded estate in west Limerick, sleeping 25.
- Up to 70 guests
- Venue hire from €2500
- 1h 10m from Cork
- 1h from Kerry Airport
A closer look
A place with character.
Springfield is approached up a long tree lined avenue and takes one party at a time, with 25 beds in the castle itself. It is a family place rather than a hotel, so the day runs on your terms rather than a running order.
Dromcolliher is quiet countryside near the Cork and Kerry borders, which suits a wedding where guests are staying two nights. Ceremonies happen on site.
Before you book
Worth asking.
- What does exclusive hire cost, and how many nights are required?
A little more of the place
The feeling, in photographs.
Planning facts
Getting there, the light, and how we checked.
Try your date and guest list
Getting there
For guests travelling in. Driving times are by road without traffic, from Springfield Castle, so allow more at busy times.
- Airports
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- Kerry Airport 1h 64 km
- Shannon Airport 1h 15m 77 km
- Cork Airport 1h 20m 76 km
- Ferry ports
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- Cork ferry terminal, Ringaskiddy 1h 30m 87 km
- Rosslare Europort 3h 10m 220 km
- Railway stations
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- Charleville 30m 23 km
- Banteer 35m 32 km
Railway stations are those on the Irish Rail network, and the nearest by road is not always the best connection. Check the timetable before you plan a guest's day around a train.
Where guests can stay
OpenStreetMap lists 1 place to stay within 10 km of Springfield Castle, and 8 within 20 km. Distances are in a straight line, not drive times.
- Oriel House B&B Guest house or B&B 3.5 km
- Longcourt House Hotel Hotel 12.5 km
- The Orchard B&B Guest house or B&B 12.8 km
- Shanagarry B&B Guest house or B&B 13.1 km
- Ballintemple Inn B&B Guest house or B&B 13.9 km
- The Devon Inn Hotel 15.7 km
OpenStreetMap is mapped by volunteers and is thinner in rural areas, so treat these counts as a minimum and check booking sites for your dates. Coverage is thin around here, so there may be more. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, updated October 2026.
Light through the year
Worked out for Springfield Castle's location on the 15th of each month, in Irish clock time. Golden hour is the last stretch before sunset when the sun is low and warm, a good window for portraits after the ceremony.
| Month | Sunrise | Golden hour from | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 08:38 | 15:50 | 16:49 | 8h 11m |
| February | 07:53 | 16:56 | 17:46 | 9h 53m |
| March | 06:52 | 17:53 | 18:38 | 11h 46m |
| April | 06:40 | 19:45 | 20:31 | 13h 51m |
| May | 05:41 | 20:31 | 21:22 | 15h 41m |
| June | 05:12 | 21:03 | 21:58 | 16h 46m |
| July | 05:30 | 20:58 | 21:52 | 16h 22m |
| August | 06:17 | 20:16 | 21:03 | 14h 46m |
| September | 07:08 | 19:09 | 19:54 | 12h 46m |
| October | 07:58 | 17:56 | 18:43 | 10h 45m |
| November | 07:55 | 15:50 | 16:45 | 8h 50m |
| December | 08:38 | 15:19 | 16:22 | 7h 44m |
How it compares nearby
The three venues most like Springfield Castle within reach, side by side. Distances are in a straight line.
| Venue | Away | Guests | Rooms on site | Exclusive use | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Castle | This venue | Up to 70 | Yes | Yes | Hire from €2,500 |
| Glin Castle | 33 km | Ask | Yes | Yes | Ask for prices |
| Dripsey Castle Estate | 49 km | Ask | Yes | Yes | Ask for prices |
| Fanningstown Castle | 26 km | Up to 10 | Yes | Yes | Ask for prices |
How we checked this
- Guests. Up to 70, from the venue's own wording: 35 for dinner in the East Tower, up to 70 for larger weddings. Read from the venue's own website, last checked September 2026.
- Price. Venue hire from €2,500. Published by the venue at its own page. Checked September 2026.
- Rooms, exclusive use and catering. Not yet re-checked against the venue's own website. Confirm them when you enquire.
- Journey times and light. Calculated from the venue's location on OpenStreetMap roads, with sun times from standard solar equations. They are guides, not promises.
Questions about Springfield Castle
- How many guests can Springfield Castle hold?
- Up to 70 guests. 35 for dinner in the East Tower, up to 70 for larger weddings. Confirm the layout for your plans.
- Does Springfield Castle have accommodation?
- Yes, there is accommodation on site, with 25 beds.
- Can you have exclusive use of Springfield Castle?
- Yes, it is listed as exclusive use. Check which buildings, grounds and hours your booking includes.
- How much does a wedding at Springfield Castle cost?
- Venue hire from €2,500. Venue charge for up to 25 guests, before food and accommodation. Prices change, so confirm what's included.
- Where is Springfield Castle?
- Springfield Castle is in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, Ireland. By road, without traffic, it's about 3h 5m from Dublin, about 1h 10m from Cork, about 2h 5m from Galway.
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