FAQs

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How do I book on-site accommodation at Mount Druid?

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Mount Druid offers a variety of on-site boutique camping accommodation options. Please email your accommodation request to hello@mountdruid.ie or alternatively if you are in Ireland, you can call the office during business hours on 044 9226679. Please see the details on the 'Travel + Stay' page for more information on the accommodation options and pricing. Eleanor & Margaret will be delighted to assist with any queries you may have.

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Is boutique camping going to be warm enough in September in Ireland?

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Yes, all of the Glamping Units have a wood-burning stove. Mount Druid staff light all fires and keep them topped up until guests return to their accommodation. All pathways are lit up at night. Mount Druid do not recommend the boutique camping accommodation for children under 3 years old due to the presence of the stove.

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Do I need to bring anything if I’m staying overnight at Mount Druid?

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Yes – Please bring your own towels and toiletries. There will be shared showers and toilets for those opting for the boutique camping at Mount Druid.

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What is the dress code?

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The dress code is semi-formal. Tuxes and gowns are welcome, and so are suits and cocktail dresses.

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Will there be transport on-site at Mount Druid?

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All venue locations on-site are within walking distance of each other and there are also pathways, which are lit up at night. Mount Druid also has large carparks to service both the Tin Chapel and the Barn. If you're staying in Mount Druid, there will be a courtesy bus that will shuttle guests around the property on the day and drop guests back to their accommodation on-site when the partying in the Barn stops.

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Will there be parking?

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Yes! Lots of parking is available and it's free so don't worry about that, just get yourself here safely and let us take care of you for the rest of the evening.

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Will the wedding celebrations be inside or outside?

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It's Ireland, after all, so be prepared for rain! The ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner + dancing will all be indoors most likely. All locations will be heated, if necessary. You will need to be prepared to walk outside between the venue locations so bring an umbrella just in case.

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What if I have a dietary requirement?

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That's no problem at all! If you haven't already, please let us know if you'd like a vegetarian or vegan meal via the e-invite. If you have any allergies or other requirements, please include a note so we can pass this along to the kitchen.

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Will there be a cash bar?

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Yes, there will be a cash bar. We will be providing several drinks throughout the day and evening, including reception drinks and wine during the dinner, but outside of these hosted drinks, there will be a full cash bar. Mount Druid do have Debit/Credit card machines BUT this is rural Ireland and sometimes the machines go down so please bring cash, as well.

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Will Coronavirus be a problem in Ireland?

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It's not currently but who knows what'll happen by September. We'll be having the wedding come rain or shine and aren't planning on putting it off unless we are forced to due to safety concerns.

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Is there a local taxi I can call?

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Begleys Taxi 087 909 4494 Caffrey Cabs 087 61 17777

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How do I get to Mount Druid via public transport?

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--Bus Options-- There is no direct bus from Galway or Dublin to Castletown Geoghegan (where Mount Druid is located), however, there are bus options to a town nearby, called Kilbeggan. Killbeggan is about a 10mins drive away from Mount Druid. You can take the bus from Galway or Dublin to Killbeggan and then get a taxi from there to Mount Druid. From Dublin Airport or Dublin: We recommend Citylink bus (www.citylink.ie) as they have a regular service that goes from Dublin Airport (Via Dublin) to Kilbeggan that leaves every 2 hours, costs about 15EUR each way and takes 1hr 45mins. You can book your ticket in advance which we recommend you do. From Galway We also recommend Citylink bus (www.citylink.ie) which runs a regular service from Galway City centre to Kilbeggan every 2-3 hours for about 11EUR each way and takes about 2hrs and 10mins. Once you get to Kilbeggan, you will need to get a taxi to Mount Druid. (Estimated cost is 10-15EUR). Mount Druid recommends contacting Begleys Taxi on 087 909 4494 or Caffrey Cabs on 087 61 17777. From Shannon Airport Unfortunately, there is no bus from Shannon to Kilbeggan - so we don't recommend flying in here if you intend on taking public transport to the wedding venue. --Train Options-- From Dublin There is no direct train service from Dublin Airport or Dublin to Castetown Geoghegan (Where Mount Druid is), however, there is a train service from Dublin (Connolly Station) to Mullingar - a large town that is a 15min drive from Mount Druid. (Please see www.irishrail.ie.) It runs every 1-2 hours, costs 9EUR and takes about 1hr 20mins. Once in Mullingar, you will need a taxi to take you the 15mins drive to Mount Druid. (Estimated cost is 15-20EUR). From Galway or Shannon There is no direct train to Mullingar from Galway or Shannon. We do not recommend flying into Shannon if you intend to take public transport.

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Can I bring my kids?

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As much as we love kids, if your kids haven't been explicitly invited, please respect this and find a babysitter for the evening. Also, please note that Mount Druid do not recommend the boutique camping accommodation for children under 3 years old due to the presence of the stove.

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Is Mount Druid wheelchair accessible?

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Yes, all venues on-site and most of the units of accommodation are wheelchair accessible, with disabled access toilets positioned at the Boathouse and in the Barn.

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What time is checkout on Friday, September 23rd?

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Please check out on Friday, September 23rd, by 12pm noon. The main gate at Mount Druid will close at 12:30pm.

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What time is check-in at Mount Druid?

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If you are checking in the day before the wedding, Wednesday, September 21st, you're welcome to check in to Mount Druid from 3pm onwards. If you are checking in on the day of the wedding, Thursday, September 22nd, you can check-in from 11am onwards at Mount Druid.

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Will there be breakfast the day after the wedding?

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For those staying at Mount Druid, you have the option of having a full Irish breakfast the morning after the wedding. Breakfast is €15 per person and will be served from 9:30am - 11am at Mount Druid.

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Will there be Day 2 activities?

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From 1pm - 4pm on Friday, the day after the wedding, we will have a space reserved at Forge Pizza, right next to Mount Druid. We'd love to see you and say goodbye before you head off.

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What are your recommendations for things to do in Ireland?

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See our 'Things To Do' page for our Ireland recommendations!