Intimate
600
For elopements, intimate weddings and smaller celebrations.
- 150+ edited images
- Relaxed storytelling coverage
- Private online gallery with unlimited downloads
- High-resolution downloads included
- Ideal for small weddings
Planning A Wedding In Limerick?
Finding the right venue is one of the biggest decisions you'll make during the planning process. Once you've found somewhere that feels right, everything else starts falling into place.
I'm James from JOD Photography. I photograph weddings across Limerick, Cork, Kerry and throughout Munster for couples who want to enjoy their day instead of spending it posing for photographs. My approach is relaxed, natural and focused on capturing the real moments that you'll actually want to remember years from now.
Small Wedding Venues in Limerick – What Couples Actually Look For
When couples start planning a wedding in Limerick, venues are usually the first thing they search for. Not everyone wants a large hotel or a 200-guest day.
Small wedding venues in Limerick suit couples who want something more relaxed, more personal, and easier to manage. These venues work well for intimate weddings, civil ceremonies, and small celebrations with close family and friends.
Limerick offers a strong mix of intimate wedding venues, small hotels, manor houses, and private estates. Many of these locations are ideal for midweek weddings, smaller guest numbers, and couples who want the day to feel calm rather than rushed.
This guide focuses on wedding venues in County Limerick that genuinely work for small weddings — places that offer flexibility, privacy, and a comfortable flow to the day.
- 185 Five-Star Google Reviews
- 58 International Awards
- Travel Included Throughout Munster
- Relaxed Documentary Photography
Simple, honest pricing
Wedding Photography Packages
Every wedding is different, so I’ve created a handful of collections to suit everything from intimate celebrations to full-day weddings. Every collection includes my relaxed documentary approach, beautifully edited photographs and travel throughout Munster, with no hidden travel costs.
Moments
850
Perfect for smaller celebrations and couples who want the story of their day told naturally.
- Coverage from morning atmosphere to dinner
- 300–400 edited images
- Relaxed documentary approach
- Private online gallery with unlimited downloads
- High-resolution downloads included
Most Popular
Memories
1,450
Full-day storytelling for couples who want to remember not just how it looked, but how it felt.
- Morning preparations to first dance
- 500+ edited images
- Natural documentary storytelling
- Private online gallery with unlimited downloads
- High-resolution downloads included
Forever
1,950
The full story of your wedding day beautifully photographed and preserved inside a handcrafted heirloom album.
- Complete full-day wedding coverage
- 500+ professionally edited images
- Luxury Acrylic Prestige Album
- Handcrafted heirloom finish
- Private online gallery with unlimited downloads
- High-resolution downloads included
- Keepsake USB presentation box
Eternity
2,550
Everything in Forever plus additional handcrafted parent albums for future generations.
- Full wedding day coverage
- 500+ edited images
- Luxury Acrylic Prestige Collection
- Parent albums included
- Heirloom quality presentation
- Private online gallery with unlimited downloads
- High-resolution downloads included
- USB keepsake box
Enhance Your Collection
Build Your Own
Personalise your experience with carefully chosen additions designed to help tell your story even more completely.
- Second Photographer
- Engagement Session
- Handcrafted Parent Albums
- Available with any collection
Real Reviews From Real Couples
The best way to understand what it's like having me photograph your wedding is to hear it from the couples themselves. These are genuine Google reviews from weddings across Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Clare and beyond.
Timmy O'Brien
★★★★★
James made us feel completely at ease from the very beginning. Everyone from the wedding was talking about him afterwards. Professional, relaxed and brilliant to have around all day. He is exactly the photographer you want beside you on your wedding day.
Bríd & Ger Counihan
★★★★★
James blended in effortlessly, brought the craic and made everyone feel relaxed. Every laugh, embrace and tear was captured naturally. The sneak peeks arrived the next morning and our gallery was delivered incredibly quickly. We'd recommend James in a heartbeat.
Sharon Murray
★★★★★
We are normally nervous in front of cameras but James made us feel so relaxed that we forgot the camera was even there. The photographs are incredible and we couldn't recommend him highly enough.
Anne Marie & Stuart
★★★★★
James captured every emotion of our wedding day with honesty and heart. The album is stunning and the photographs tell our story beautifully. His work is real, natural and unforgettable.
Megan O'Brien
★★★★★
From the moment James walked in everyone was laughing. Nothing felt posed and every smile was genuine. The surprise video and beautiful photographs were more than we ever expected.
Laura Barry
★★★★★
James felt like another friend in the room. He kept everyone relaxed, captured beautiful candid moments and delivered sneak peeks within hours. Our guests are still talking about him.
Planning your wedding anywhere in Limerick?
You can start with my full guide below — real weddings, venues, pricing, and how I work across the county.
Real Reviews From Real Couples
The best way to understand what it's like having me photograph your wedding is to hear it from the couples themselves. These are genuine Google reviews from weddings across Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Clare and beyond.
Timmy O'Brien
★★★★★
James made us feel completely at ease from the very beginning. Everyone from the wedding was talking about him afterwards. Professional, relaxed and brilliant to have around all day. He is exactly the photographer you want beside you on your wedding day.
Bríd & Ger Counihan
★★★★★
James blended in effortlessly, brought the craic and made everyone feel relaxed. Every laugh, embrace and tear was captured naturally. The sneak peeks arrived the next morning and our gallery was delivered incredibly quickly. We'd recommend James in a heartbeat.
Sharon Murray
★★★★★
We are normally nervous in front of cameras but James made us feel so relaxed that we forgot the camera was even there. The photographs are incredible and we couldn't recommend him highly enough.
Anne Marie & Stuart
★★★★★
James captured every emotion of our wedding day with honesty and heart. The album is stunning and the photographs tell our story beautifully. His work is real, natural and unforgettable.
Megan O'Brien
★★★★★
From the moment James walked in everyone was laughing. Nothing felt posed and every smile was genuine. The surprise video and beautiful photographs were more than we ever expected.
Laura Barry
★★★★★
James felt like another friend in the room. He kept everyone relaxed, captured beautiful candid moments and delivered sneak peeks within hours. Our guests are still talking about him.
5.Limerick Strand Hotel
They offer a “Love Can’t Wait” package in their City View Suite rooftop, for up to 50 people.
Contact: 061 421800 • events@strandlimerick.ie
Nice setting + views over River Shannon.
6.
Adare Country House (Boutique Guesthouse)
What they say: Family-run guesthouse in Adare, often hired for smaller weddings, pre/post wedding stays, and intimate gatherings. While not a “hotel ballroom” venue, it caters beautifully to small groups.
Capacity: ~20–40 guests (intimate dining & house hire).
Contact: +353 (0)61 396 632 • info@adarecountryhouse.com
More info: Adare Country House
7.Fanningstown Castle
A private castle very close to Adare, caters for very intimate weddings / elopements. It’s secluded, very romantic.
Probably capacity is small (elopement / family gatherings). Needs to check exact number.
8.Sallymount House
Private residence venue. Bespoke & luxury in countryside around Limerick. Perfect for intimate weddings. 9.Dunraven Arms Hotel
Found in the Hitched Limerick list; smaller hotel weddings are possible. May not always specialise in “very small”, but could be used for mid-small depending on setup.
9.Sallymount House
Private residence venue. Bespoke & luxury in countryside around Limerick. Perfect for intimate weddings. sallymounthouse.com
10.Dunraven Arms Hotel
Found in the Hitched Limerick list; smaller hotel weddings are possible. May not always specialise in “very small”, but could be used for mid-small depending on setup. Hitched+1
Limerick Small Wedding Venues
When you’re planning a small wedding in Limerick, it’s not just about finding the right venue. It’s about choosing the right photographer who knows how to capture the emotion of an intimate day without turning it into a staged photoshoot. That’s what I do at JOD Photography — honest, candid, and storytelling images that reflect the real atmosphere of your wedding.
I’ve photographed across Limerick, Cork, Kerry, and all of Munster, and what couples love most is that I keep things relaxed. Whether you’re getting married with 20 guests in No.1 Pery Square, or planning a stylish dinner for 40 guests at The Mustard Seed, your day deserves to be documented with the same care and attention as the biggest castle wedding.
Explore More Wedding Venues Across Munster
If you’re looking beyond Limerick, you might also like our dedicated venue hubs and guides:
These hubs give you a complete Munster wedding guide, whether you want a cliffside elopement, a city-centre ceremony, or a countryside celebration.
My Approach
Small weddings are about connection. When you’ve only got 30–50 guests, you can’t hide behind the crowd. Every laugh, every tear, every glance matters. My job is to notice those in-between moments: your grandmother’s smile, your dad’s nervous toast, your best friend fixing your veil before you walk into the room.
With smaller weddings, couples often say they feel more present, less rushed, and more connected to their guests. My photography reflects that. You’ll see the real story, not just staged portraits.
Wedding Photography Packages
Transparency matters, especially if you’re planning an intimate day and don’t want to be hit with big-wedding costs. That’s why I keep my Wedding Packages clear:
Moments Package (€850) → Morning to meal coverage.
Memories Package (€1450) → Morning to first dance.
Forever Package (€1950) → Full day with album.
Eternity Package (€2550) → Complete experience with albums for family too.
See more in my Portfolio or Get in touch to check your date.
Why Limerick is Perfect for Small Weddings
No.1 Pery Square offers city charm with boutique style.
The Mustard Seed gives you countryside luxury in a private house.
Castletroy Park makes even a 10–20 guest wedding feel special.
Clayton Hotel has river views and licensed spaces for ceremonies.
Woodlands Hotel in Adare blends intimacy with elegance.
Strand Hotel has rooftop views over the River Shannon.
Fanningstown Castle is ideal for elopements and private castle weddings.
Sallymount House offers a country manor setting.
Dunraven Arms Hotel brings classic Limerick hospitality.
Adare Country House gives couples an intimate guesthouse option.
No matter which you choose, I’ll help you plan the timings for the best light, suggest photo spots, and capture the story with honesty.
Final Word
If you’re planning a small wedding in Limerick, don’t feel like you’re missing out. Small doesn’t mean less — it often means more. More connection, more time, more truth in the photographs.
Check my Limerick Wedding Photographer hub for even more inspiration.
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Whether you're planning a massive session in Cork, an elopement in Kerry, or a celebration somewhere further down the road, tell me everything. Share the details, the venue, the general plans, and exactly how camera-allergic you both are.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Small Wedding Venues in Limerick
How many guests is considered a small wedding in Limerick?
Most Limerick venues describe a “small wedding” as anything under 80 guests. At places like Castletroy Park and No.1 Pery Square, you can have as few as 4–30 guests.
Do small weddings cost less than big weddings?
Yes — smaller guest numbers mean reduced catering and space costs. Many venues like The Mustard Seed and Woodlands Hotel offer tailored packages for intimate weddings.
Can we book a civil ceremony at these venues?
Absolutely. No.1 Pery Square, The Mustard Seed, Castletroy Park and Clayton Hotel are licensed for civil ceremonies on-site.
Do venues in Limerick offer exclusive hire for small weddings?
Yes — The Mustard Seed and No.1 Pery Square both offer exclusive-use options for couples who want total privacy.
Are there options for elopements in Limerick?
While not as well-known for elopements as Kerry or Clare, venues like Castletroy Park and The Mustard Seed welcome very small weddings of 2–10 people.
How far in advance should we book a small wedding venue in Limerick?
Popular venues in Adare and the city (like Woodlands and No.1 Pery) can book up a year or two in advance, even for small weddings. It’s best to secure your date early.
Do these venues provide accommodation for guests?
Yes — all of the listed venues provide on-site accommodation, with extra rooms available in nearby hotels and B&Bs.
Planning your wedding anywhere in Limerick?
For full Limerick coverage — including real weddings, venues, pricing, and how I work across the county — visit my main guide below.
Limerick Wedding Photographer — Full Guide, Pricing & Real Weddings