Great Southern Killarney wedding film – Grace & Thomas, Killarney, Co. Kerry
A Great Southern Killarney wedding in Co. Kerry
Grace and Thomas celebrated their wedding at the Great Southern Killarney – the elegant Victorian hotel in the heart of Killarney, Co. Kerry. With soft, moody light, a sparkling veil and the Kerry mountains as a backdrop, their day made for a beautifully cinematic film.
Watch their wedding film above – and below, a look at how their Great Southern Killarney wedding unfolded, with a few tips if you are planning your own day in Killarney.
Getting ready at the Great Southern Killarney
The morning began in the hotel’s bridal suite: Grace’s off-the-shoulder gown hanging in front of a framed Irish landscape painting, make-up and Hollywood waves in progress, and a champagne toast with her bridesmaids in matching rust satin robes.
Once ready, Grace stepped into her dress and long, sparkling cathedral veil – a quiet moment by the tall window before heading out to meet Thomas.
Portraits at the Gap of Dunloe
Despite the rain, Grace and Thomas headed out to the Gap of Dunloe – one of the most dramatic mountain passes near Killarney – for their portraits. The wind in Grace’s hair and veil, the rugged Kerry hillsides and a lot of laughter gave us some of our favourite frames of the day.
Celebrations at the Great Southern Killarney
Back at the hotel, the newlyweds walked through a glass walkway dressed with greenery and candles before joining their guests. The night ended with a sparkler send-off, with family and friends lighting up the way.
Planning a Great Southern Killarney wedding? A few tips
Make time for the scenery. Killarney and its surrounding mountains are spectacular – even a short drive for portraits gives you photos and film you will treasure.
Use the light indoors. The hotel’s tall windows and classic interiors are perfect for elegant bridal portraits while getting ready.
Plan a sparkler exit. A sparkler send-off at the end of the night looks magical on film – ask your venue coordinator about timing.
Looking for more wedding venues in the west of Ireland? See Chloe and Tom at the Aran Islands Hotel, Rachel and Conor at Glasson Lakehouse and Katie and David at Hodson Bay Hotel. You can also watch more of my wedding films or see my wedding packages.
Wedding suppliers
Venue: Great Southern Killarney, Co. Kerry
Wedding coordinator: Christina (Great Southern Killarney)
Videography: Michael Black Wedding
Photography: Emerald Wedding
Cake: Bake
Band: Deuces Wild
Florists: Meadow Bunch & Forever Blossom
Make-up: Annette O’Brien
Hair: Laura Lou Hair
Wedding dress: Made with Love
Planning a Great Southern Killarney wedding of your own? I would love to hear about your plans – get in touch and let’s chat over Zoom.
Planning a wedding at the Great Southern Killarney? I’m an award-winning wedding videographer and photographer based in Dublin, filming weddings all over Ireland – get in touch and let’s chat over Zoom.