Musgrave Triathlon - September 4th

The annual triathlon fundraising event is to be held in Farran Woods Cork on September 4th and The Castle Hotel are providing excellent accommodation rates for the weekend in question.

The past seven years has seen the Triathlon raise nationally €2.2million for Our Lady's Hospital for Sick Children, Crumlin and the Irish Cancer Society. The competition consists of a three person relay team competing in an 800m swim, 33km cycle and a 10km run.

There is no denying that each year the competition increases with new SuperValu and Centra stores entering from all over Ireland.

The Castle Hotel is delighted to offer accommodation packages for the annual Triathlon as it is a very worthwhile and exciting event for both participants and supporters!

The Triathlon starts at 1pm, in Farran Woods, only 20 minutes from The Castle Hotel.

For more information on the please visit Musgrave Triathlon.

To Veil or not to Veil; More Castle Hotel Top Tips

When you think of a bride, what do you think of first? The dress, the hair, the shoes? Actually, the single most definable aspect of bridal attire is the veil. Veils have been used by brides for thousands of years.
In the ancient world, a veil was worn to protect the bride from evil spirits. In later years, it became a symbol of the bride’s innocence and purity. In some cultures, it’s even been used to mask the bride’s identity from her future husband! In modern times, however, the veil has become a fashion accessory, one that a bride chooses according to her dress, personality, and wedding theme. The veil, this year, emerges as a hot fashion trend with the birdcage veil leading the way.What is a birdcage veil?
It is a short veil that extends to just over the chin. It is made of French, Russian, or English netting. The size of the squares in the netting is what differentiates the three types, with French being the tightest weave while the English being the largest.
A birdcage veil can be seen attached to a small hat or attached to a large hair ornament. The most modern and cutting edge way to wear this type of veil in 2010 is to crop the net to just under the eyes or to sweep it asymmetrically across the face.
The large gauge netting gives this veil a retro 30’s and 40’s look which is on the cutting edge of bridal fashion right now. What to wear with this type of veil?
Since the geometry of the birdcage veil is so bold, it is worn best with simply cut gowns. No embroidery, lace, or beading should be worn on the dress as they will compete for the veil’s attention. An excellent adornment for a simple gown worn with a birdcage veil would be a large pin. The pin can also be worn on the veil itself, although the softest adornment for this veil would be a retro looking flower in monotone white or ivory.
Dare to wear?
The birdcage veil is daring, cutting edge, and definitely different. It requires its bride to be bold and confident. Timid, traditional brides need not apply!

Top Ten Tips For Castle Hotel Weddings

Our Wedding Team at The Castle Hotel have compiled a few helpful tips when planning your Wedding in The Old World Market Town of Macroom in County Cork.

1. Make a weekend of it, enquire about our excellent value two and three night packages.
2. Remember it’s a party, you want everyone to remember!
3. Use nearby Macroom Castle as the backdrop for your photos!
4. Book a good band - listen to them before you book them, we can assist you with a list.
5. Use local suppliers – the wedding team will recommend who to use and how to contact them.
6. Suppliers will travel e.g. makeup artists and hairdressers will come to your bedroom at the hotel.
7. Don’t be afraid to ask for something that you might have seen at your friend’s wedding or even on TV, we can cater for your every need, it's Your Wedding, Your Way!
8. Relax on the day as there is a team at The Castle Hotel who are looking after your every need!
9. Check back soon for our next Wedding Fair date at The Castle Hotel!
10. Contact Evan Moran on 026 41074 for more information or view our wedding video.

Mamma Mia In Macroom!

It's still August but at The Castle Hotel we're looking forward to Christmas! And this Christmas it's Mamma Mia Meets Santy!

More details will follow shortly and bookings will begin!