10 Bridge Street
Killorglin, Co. Kerry, Ireland
About
10 Bridge Street is an alternative wedding venue housed in a historic 19th-century church in Killorglin, County Kerry. This atmospheric setting provides an intimate backdrop for ceremonies and celebrations, with personalised planning to create unique wedding experiences. The venue accommodates 50 to 100+ guests for receptions featuring music and dancing. Located on the Ring of Kerry, just 15 minutes from Killarney, it also hosts private parties, corporate events, and group dining with a range of menus and a summer outdoor terrace.
The building has a long story. A private chapel is thought to have stood on this spot since the 1690s, and the Church of Ireland church that followed was largely rebuilt in 1868, with the bell tower believed to be older still. After it was deconsecrated in the 1990s, the Foley family bought and restored it, and for years it ran as the tapas bar Sol y Sombra, known locally for concerts and weddings. The Foleys also ran the restaurant next door for three decades, so hospitality is very much the family trade.
Today it works as a restaurant, music venue and event space, with a full bar, a hand-picked wine list and menus that lean on producers close to home. When you enquire, the team asks whether you want a ceremony and reception, a ceremony only or a reception only, so there is room to shape the day around what you need. The approach is deliberately unconventional, and couples are encouraged to bring their own ideas rather than follow a set formula.
For numbers, the venue suggests its party format suits roughly 50 to 100 or more people, and some of its party menus start from 40 guests, so ask how a smaller group would be handled. Candlelit tables and live music help a room of that size feel lively. In summer there is an outdoor terrace for drinks, and evening celebrations here can run late.
The church sits on Lower Bridge Street in the middle of Killorglin, on the Ring of Kerry and about 15 minutes from Killarney, with the Dingle Peninsula within reach. There is no accommodation on site, so guests will need to book in town or in Killarney. It is also worth confirming early whether your legal ceremony can happen in the building itself, as the site does not spell this out, and asking for the wedding brochure, which the team sends by email.
What makes it special
- Historic 19th-century church venue with atmospheric alternative setting
- Flexible capacity for 50-100+ guests with personalised wedding planning
- Ring of Kerry location, 15 minutes from Killarney with outdoor summer terrace
