Frequently Asked Questions
How do I RSVP? / What’s the RSVP deadline?
Please could you respond by 1st November – you can respond on a form on the website or via our invite by post.
What should I do if my plans change (can’t attend / change number of guests)?
Please email – chloealexanderwedding@gmail.com
What should I wear?
The colour scheme of the wedding is olive green with elements of dusty pink – this will be the colours of the bridesmaids. Please wear whatever you feel most fabulous in.
Please be aware Ireland is very cold at this time of year so please consider adding a coat to your look.
Will there be transport or car services between venues / hotels?
Please let us know if you are not driving between the two on your response form as we will be putting on a coach for the wedding party and those who are not driving.
What is the parking situation?
There is free parking at the hotel and church.
What is the nearest airport?
Knock Airport is the nearest airport to the venue.
There is a bus that runs between Westport and the airport (440).
What are the local taxi numbers?
AA Taxis Westport – 087 237 7070
Crawley – 087 241 6321
Berry’s – 087 241 6321
Please be aware if not from Ireland – area code is +353.
Is the ceremony indoors or outdoors (and what happens in bad weather)?
The wedding will be mainly indoors – apart from taking photos outside the church – please make sure to wrap up warm.
When will the schedule run until? When does the party end?
2:30am we will be wrapping up.
Where is best to stay?
We would recommend staying at the venue we are having the reception at which is The Castlecourt Hotel – this is also attached to the Westport Plaza.
Please be aware if staying on the 26th that the hotel is opening just for us so you will need to call up to book and say it is for our wedding.
Clew Bay Hotel is also walking distance.
If driving (not walking distance) – Knockranny House Hotel and Westport Coast Hotel are also lovely.
What do I do if I have dietary restrictions (or food allergies)?
Please add to your RSVP.
When should I arrive / how early do doors open?
Doors open at 1pm for a 1:30pm start.
Is anything planned the night before?
We are planning on having welcome drinks on 26.12.2026 from 6pm at the Clock Tavern.
We will be adding more details closer to the time on this page.
Do you have recommendations of places to visit, eat and drink?
If staying longer than the wedding and making it into a holiday – please see suggestions below:
- Walk the trail around Westport House
- Walk the Quay and have an outdoor swim at The Point if you’re feeling brave
- Take a drive to Achill Island – beautiful beaches
- Go see, and weather permitting, hike Croagh Patrick
- Go see music and have a pint at Matt Molloy’s, JJ O’Malley’s, Porter House
- Have a bite to eat at Sage, An Port Mór, Sol Rio, The Helm, Friends Bistro
- Looking for wine and cheese – The Gallery Café or Saveur Faire are both good options
What is the full address of the venues (and map links)?
Ballintubber Abbey
Ballintubber, Claremorris, Co. Mayo, Ireland, F12 W584
Link to Google Maps
The Castlecourt Hotel
Castlebar Street, Westport, Co. Mayo, Ireland, F28 NX84
Link to Google Maps
I have taken some great pictures, where should I share them?
We have created a public google photo album here:
Wedding Album
Or feel free to email them to: chloealexanderwedding@gmail.com
Are you accepting wedding gifts?
The greatest gift we could ask for is your presence on our special day.
If you would like to give something, we would be so grateful for a contribution toward our honeymoon and future plans together.
We will have a card box at the reception for any messages or gifts.