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THE Muckross Park Hotel and Spa has given away its biggest prize to date – a €10,000 cheque towards a wedding reception at the five-star venue. The winning couple, Rebecca Spellman and James Lyons, were presented with their cheque by broadcaster and wedding showcase host Kathryn Thomas.

The event included a drinks reception and some delicious samples from Heavenly Baked & Aunty Nellie’s sweet shop in the hotel’s Atrium building. There were 23 exhibitors on the day, one from each step of the wedding planning process. Once guests had met with the exhibitors, they were then treated to delectable wedding food samples and an extensive dessert buffet in the hotel’s Valentia Suite.

There were a variety of wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses showcased from White Willow Kenmare and Diamond Bridal Cork, occasion wear from Silk Peaches in Ballincollig and the suits modelled were from Simply Suits & Ryle Menswear. Models were prepped by hair guru Pat O’Neill and makeup artist Sandra Flynn.

After the fashion show Kathryn Thomas announced the couples that were shortlisted for the €10,000 prize. The competition received over 800 entries through the online application form, couples were asked to explain why they would like to have their wedding at Muckross and based on their wonderful stories, the judging panel shortlisted 10 couples. The runners-up received a €1,000 voucher off a wedding at Muckross Park Hotel & Spa.

For more information on weddings in Muckross Park Hotel contact Bernie O’Donoghue on bodonoghue@muckrosspark.com or call 064-6623400.
 

 
Rebecca Spellman, James Lyons, Sheila O'Callaghan, marketing and social media manager, Kathryn Thomas and Brian Miley, assistant manager, Muckross Park.