Cliffside Dunluce Castle Wedding

Getting married on a dramatic Irish cliffside with the backdrop of Dunluce Castle might seem like the wedding of your wildest dreams... but we're here to tell you it's real. Not only that, but it was followed by a sunset shoot on the beach with pizza, speeches and drinks. Did someone say perfect wedding? The breathtaking scenery, violinist and wild floral arrangements made this intimate 12 guest affair even more romantic than we thought possible. (We're talking office romance to happily ever after. We know. Wipe away those happy tears). Beth and Phil, you've really blown us away this time. And you really don't want to miss their first dance atop the cliffs captured by Recommended supplier Tiffany Gage Photography...

Intimate wedding on Irish clifftop overlooking Dunluce Castle ruins.

It was really special to get married in such an intimate setting, and in such a natural environment. The setting was spectacular! As huge outdoor lovers, getting to spend our wedding day on a beautiful cliffside overlooking Dunluce Castle and on the beach meant we were at our most comfortable.
Beth & Phil

Bride smiles into handheld mirror before Dunluce Castle wedding

Bride in veil and two guests all in short dressing gowns stand smiling in the garden all holding sparkling wine

Bride in white dressing gown and veil stands in garden laughing whilst holding glass of sparkling wine at Dunluce Castle wedding

Groom in dark blue suit and grey waistcoat walks with guest in blue suit and waistcoat along paved streets before Dunluce Castle wedding

Small white semi-naked wedding cake with floral decor on wooden table at Dunluce Castle Wedding

White pearl earrings resting on wedding stationery with ink Dunluce Castle illustration and calligraphy for Dunluce Castle wedding

Bride in full-length lace top wedding dress with capped sleeves and veil standing by window before Dunluce Castle wedding

Smiling bride in lace top wedding dress with capped sleeves holds her satin skirt and bouquet before Dunluce Castle wedding

White wedding stationery with ink illustration of Dunluce Castle

Mixed floral display with white, pink and green florals in white woven basket by wooden bench at Dunluce Castle wedding

Smiling bride with plaited wedding updo and lace top capped sleeve wedding dress puts in earrings before Dunluce Castle wedding

Bride in lace top wedding dress with capped sleeves and satin skirt holds white and green mixed bouquet whilst walking through field with wedding guest holding train before Dunluce Castle wedding

Male wedding celebrant in dark blue suit stands next to groom in dark blue suit waiting for bride on clifftop at Dunluce Castle wedding

Violinist plays at clifftop wedding overlooking Dunluce Castle

Bride in lace top with capped sleeves and satin skirt smiles at groom in navy suit at clifftop ceremony for Dunluce Castle wedding

Smiling bride in lace top with capped sleeves and satin skirt holds hands with groom in navy suit at clifftop ceremony for Dunluce Castle wedding

Bride in lace top with capped sleeves, veil and satin skirt holds hands with groom in navy suit for clifftop ceremony at Dunluce Castle wedding

Smiling bride in lace top with capped sleeves and satin skirt has first kiss with groom in navy suit at clifftop ceremony for Dunluce Castle wedding

View on Dunluce Castle ruins from clifftop at Dunluce Castle wedding

Violinist with short hair and blue wrap top plays with eyes closed at clifftop ceremony for Dunluce Castle wedding

Pink, green and white mixed floral arrangement in white woven basket by wooden bench at clifftop ceremony for Dunluce Castle wedding

Bride in lace top with capped sleeves and satin skirt holds hands with groom in navy suit and grey waistcoat as they walk down the aisle whilst guests throw confetti at Dunluce Castle wedding

Smiling elderly wedding guest throws confetti next to bride in lace top with capped sleeves, satin skirt and veil after Dunluce Castle wedding

STYLE

Laid back but elegant was the theme of the day, with a wild and natural vibe that tied it all together. Beth and Phil opted for simple floor matting and wooden benches so as not to distract from the incredible landscape. The florals from Victoriana added an elegant and personal touch, as she was the florist for Beth's mothers wedding too. We also couldn't mention style without a shoutout to Beth's beautiful wedding outfit. The gorgeous lace top with capped sleeves and button detailing was elegance at its best. Paired with an intricate veil that was literally flying in the wind, she was a vision worthy of the Dunluce Castle clifftop.

THE CEREMONY

From the ruins of Dunluce Castle to the beach, this was a spectacular ceremony from start to finish. Beth's second cousin Gráinne played the violin during the intimate ceremony. She then performed a beautiful rendition of Ed Sheeran's 'Perfect' for their first dance on the cliffside. Dreamy or what!? They had lovely bible readings and finished the ceremony with celebratory cake and champagne whilst listening to speeches. The sun shone, the love was flowing and everyone was smiling from ear to ear. All we're saying is, next person to have an Irish cliffside wedding please don't forget our invite...

Groom in navy suit kisses forehead of bride in lace top capped sleeve wedding dress with satin skirt on the beach after Dunluce Castle wedding

Groom in navy suit runs with bride in lace top capped sleeve wedding dress with satin skirt on the beach after Dunluce Castle wedding

Groom in navy suit dances with bride in lace top capped sleeve wedding dress with satin skirt after Dunluce Castle wedding ceremony on clifftop

View of Dunluce Castle ruins from clifftop at Dunluce Castle wedding

Groom in navy suit hugs bride in lace top capped sleeve wedding dress with satin skirt holding white and green mixed wedding bouquet at Dunluce Castle wedding ceremony on clifftop

Hessian mat aisle in field with white, pink and green floral arrangement in white woven basket at clifftop ceremony for Dunluce Castle wedding

Smiling bride in lace top capped sleeve wedding dress with satin skirt holds hands of groom whilst they walk up hill after Dunluce Castle wedding

Smiling bride in lace top capped sleeve wedding dress sits holding hands of groom after Dunluce Castle wedding

Groom in navy suit twirls around bride in lace top capped sleeve wedding dress with satin skirt on the beach after Dunluce Castle wedding

Smiling bride in lace top capped sleeve wedding dress with satin skirt holds hands of groom whilst they walk down hill after Dunluce Castle wedding

Smiling bride in lace top capped sleeve wedding dress stands with arms around groom in navy suit on clifftop after Dunluce Castle wedding

Smiling bride in lace top capped sleeve wedding dress has a piggyback on groom in navy suit on the beach after Dunluce Castle wedding

Bride in lace top wedding dress with satin skirt and veil holds hands with groom on clifftop after Dunluce Castle wedding

Bride in lace top capped sleeve wedding dress and satin skirt holds mixed bouquet whilst holding hands with room in navy suit walking along clifftop with Dunluce Castle in the background

Bride in lace top wedding dress with satin skirt and veil blowing in the wind holds hands with groom on clifftop after Dunluce Castle wedding

Bride in lace top wedding dress with capped sleeves and satin skirt rests forehead on groom in navy suits head whilst they sit down on clifftop after Dunluce Castle wedding

Bride in lace top wedding dress with capped sleeves and satin skirt holds mixed wedding bouquet with white and green florals whilst standing on clifftop with Dunluce Castle in the background

Bride in lace top wedding dress with satin skirt and veil embraces groom on clifftop after Dunluce Castle wedding

Bride wearing lace top wedding dress with capped sleeves and satin skirt laughs with wedding guest in fur jacket whilst both holding champagne on clifftop at Dunluce wedding

Bride in lace top wedding dress with satin skirt and veil kisses groom in navy suit on clifftop after Dunluce Castle wedding

Bride in lace top wedding dress with capped sleeves and satin skirt and veil walks along cliffside towards groom in navy suit at Dunluce Castle wedding

Smiling bride in white lace top wedding dress with capped sleeves and satin skirt stands with photographer in blue ran jacket on the beach after Dunluce Castle wedding

Bringing their joint love of the outdoors into their wedding made Beth and Phil's day unique, beautiful and perfectly them.

If we had any advice for couples planning their wedding it would be: Think long and hard about what will make the day special for you as a couple. Focus your energy on this aspect of the day to ensure it doesn't get lost.
Beth & Phil

Feeling a little windswept after this dramatic wedding overlooking the gorgeous Dunluce Castle? We don't blame you. If the idea of an outdoor wedding is filling you with joy, we've got all the advice you need to plan your own. However if it was the stunning location that has you all excited, we've got plenty more Irish weddings to inspire you!