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The Midnight Ball
The Midnight Ball — Laura & Kieran
Murray · McDonagh
New Year’s Eve • 31 . 12 . 26
Join us at Culmullen Church for the ceremony, then Knightsbrook for dinner, dancing and a black-tie countdown to midnight.
A love story, years in the making
The odds were long.
The horse came in.
Eleven years later,
we’re going all in.
Jack Hobbs · 2015
Welcome
Before the Clock Strikes Twelve…
We have waited a long time to gather all our favourite people in one room. So this New Year’s Eve, we’re doing exactly that.
Come for the ceremony. Stay for dinner, dancing and the countdown. We cannot imagine a better way to begin the year — or married life — than with all of you.
The Evening
Wedding Details
01
The Date
THURSDAY, 31 DECEMBER 2026
02
The Ceremony
1.00 PM · CULMULLEN CHURCH
03
The Dress Code
BLACK TIE, REIMAGINED
04
The Dinner & Dancing
FROM 5.30 PM · THE BALLROOM
05
The Countdown
CHAMPAGNE, COUNTDOWN AND A NEW BEGINNING
The Setting
Ceremony & Celebration
Drumree & Trim, County Meath
The Ceremony
Culmullen Church
DrumreeCo. MeathA85 HY181.00 PM
The Reception
Knightsbrook Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
Knightsbrook Hotel, Spa & Golf ResortDublin RoadTrim, Co. MeathC15 WYF4WELCOME DRINKS & HOT CANAPÉS 3.30 PM DINNER 5.30 PM
Travel Arrangements
The church is a short drive from the hotel. Guests are welcome to make their own way from Culmullen Church to Knightsbrook after the ceremony.
The drive from Culmullen Church to Knightsbrook takes roughly 25 minutes. If you are making your own way, please allow plenty of time and park at the hotel.
Accommodation
Stay the Night
A limited number of bedrooms have been reserved for wedding guests at Knightsbrook Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort.
To book, please contact the hotel directly and quote the Murray–McDonagh Wedding.
Rooms are subject to availability, so early booking is recommended.
Dress for the Ball
Black Tie, Reimagined.
The spirit is black tie, but the invitation is to interpret it your way.
Tuxedos and gowns are very welcome, but so are dark suits, evening dresses, velvet jackets, tailored jumpsuits and anything already in your wardrobe that makes you feel wonderful.
No one needs to spend a fortune — just dress up, have a little fun with it and make it your own.
Before the Ball
A Few Useful Details
When should I arrive?
Please arrive in good time for the ceremony at 1.00 PM. Exact arrival timings will be confirmed closer to the day.
What should I wear?
Formal eveningwear, with room for personality. Come dressed for a ball. Make it your own.
Can I bring a guest?
Your invitation will indicate whether a guest has been included.
Are children invited?
Children are very welcome — their laughter and wonder add a little extra magic to the day.
Can I stay at Knightsbrook?
A limited number of rooms have been reserved. See the Stay the Night section for booking information.
Is parking available?
Complimentary onsite parking is available.
Who should I contact with a question?
Contact details for questions will be added shortly.
Day Two
One More for the Road
We’ll begin the year as husband and wife — and carry on celebrating with our favourite people.
Join us from 5.00 PM on New Year’s Day for round two.
Further details to follow.
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