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Killeavy Castle Named Hotel of the Year Northern Ireland at AA Hospitality Awards 2023
Killeavy Castle Estate, a four-star luxury retreat nestled in the heart of County Armagh has been named AA Hotel of the Year Northern Ireland at the prestigious AA Hospitality Awards 2023
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Ellie Paterson awarded Employee of Season for Summer 2023
Ellie is a very deserving award winner, assisting the front of house, event and sales departments she is an avid multitasker and finds no task too difficult.
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Killeavy Castle Spa crowned 'Spa of the Year' at Ulster Tatler Awards 2023
This coveted accolade recognises the spa at Killeavy Castle Estate’s commitment to excellence, impeccable service, and unwavering dedication to providing guests with an unparalleled wellness experience.
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Double win for Killeavy Castle Estate management team at the Institute of Hospitality NI Awards for Professionalism
These awards, the longest-established in the Northern Irish hospitality industry, recognise the most talented individuals who have made a recognisable contribution to their place of work and to the industry in general.
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Killeavy Castle named Tourism Business of the Year at the Greater Newry Business Awards
Killeavy Castle's victory in this category for a second year is a testament to its unwavering dedication to providing unparalleled hospitality and creating unforgettable memories for its guests. With its stunning castle backdrop, luxurious accommodations, and a team that is passionate about and committed to providing top-tier hospitality, the hotel has successfully established itself as a premier destination for both leisure and corporate travellers.
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Killeavy Castle Estate named Hotel of the Year for second consecutive year at LCN Awards
The prestigious award, sponsored by Bibendum Wine is recognition of the work done by the whole team to make the Killeavy Castle Estate offering the best that Northern Ireland has to offer. With hundreds of entries received for the LCN Awards, finalists faced stiff competition from some of Northern Ireland’s most highly regarded hotels, however, Killeavy Castle Estate emerged victorious, taking the top award in the fiercely competitive category at the awards event which took place on 9 June.
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Killeavy Castle Estate Sweeps Three Awards at YesChef Awards 2023
Killeavy Castle Estate crowned Luxury Hotel Restaurant at the 2023 Yes Chef Awards
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A Proud Addition to the Irish Independent's Fab 50 Places to Stay in Ireland
Killeavy Castle Estate named on the Irish Independent’s Fab 50 Places to Stay in Ireland feature, a prestigious list which highlights the best and brightest in Irish hospitality experiences. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to providing a unique and unforgettable experience for all who visit our historic estate.vy Castle Estate in the Fab 50
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Killeavy Castle Estate has the recipe for success at the Good Food Ireland Awards
Honoured to accept the Culinary Haven of the Year Special Award, Jason Foody, General Manager of Killeavy Castle Estate adds: “This is yet another accolade that recognises the incredible quality of our food and drink offering at Killeavy Castle Estate. Under our Executive Head Chef, Darragh Dooley’s stewardship, combined with the Estate’s ongoing commitment to both growing and sourcing local produce, the passion of our team is shining through.
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Killeavy Castle Estate cleans up at the NIHF Housekeeping awards
This prestigious award from the Northern Ireland Hotels Federation recognises excellence in housekeeping, with judges looking for hotels that demonstrate a commitment to cleanliness, hygiene, and attention to detail. Killeavy Castle Estate's team of housekeeping staff were commended for their dedication to providing an exceptional housekeeping service for guests, ensuring that every room is well-maintained in line with the high standards of our venue.
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Killeavy Castle Estate wins Best of the Best in the Intimate Wedding Venue of the Year
The Estate was thrilled to have received one of the top awards, taking the title of the ‘Best of the Best’ in the Intimate Wedding Venue of the Year category at the event, overcoming stiff competition in the category.
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Killeavy Castle Estate sweeps the board with award wins and AA Rosettes
In just three short years, Killeavy Castle Estate has won multiple awards including a spate of industry award wins in recent weeks. This latest recognition from the AA Awards is a testament to the strength of the team and the quality that Killeavy Caste Estate strives to deliver for every guest.
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Giant award wins for Killeavy Castle Estate and owner at the TourismNI Giant Spirit Awards
We are proud to announce that both Killeavy Castle Estate and our owner, Mick Boyle, have been recognised for our contribution to tourism in Northern Ireland at the inaugural Tourism NI Giant Spirit Awards which took place in early October.
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Killeavy Castle Estate wins 'Hotel of the Year' at the LCN Awards 2022
Killeavy Castle Estate has been named Hotel of the Year (Up to 75 rooms) at the LCN Awards 2022, cementing its place as one of Northern Ireland’s top hotel destinations. With hundreds of entries in a record-breaking year for the LCN Awards, finalists faced stiff competition from some of Northern Ireland’s most highly regarded hotels, however, Killeavy Castle Estate emerged victorious, taking the top award in the fiercely competitive category at the awards event which took place in late September.
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Killeavy Castle Estate wins Best Tourism and Hospitality Team
The team at Killeavy Castle Estate has received the award for 'Best Tourism & Hospitality Team' at the Newry Chamber Employee & Team Awards 2022. The awards, which took place in September, saw the very best employees and teams from the business community across the Greater Newry Area recognised at a glittering awards ceremony where 21 individuals and organisations celebrated their greatest assets – their people.
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Killeavy Castle Estate Triumphs on Global and Local Stage
Killeavy Castle Estate has been named winner of the Luxury Castle Hotel (Europe) Award at the prestigious World Luxury Awards 2021, which took place in Mauritius in October.
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Killeavy Castle Estate named 4-Star Hotel and Spa of the Year
Killeavy Castle Estate in County Armagh, has been crowned 4-Star Hotel and Spa of the Year at the Northern Ireland Prestige Awards, 2021. The Prestige Awards recognise and reward excellence in customer experience, facilities and outstanding services offered by independent businesses within the hospitality sector.
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Killeavy wins Boutique Hotel of the Year at recent Awards
Killeavy Castle Estate has been awarded Boutique Hotel of the Year at the 30th anniversary of the Golfers Guide to Ireland Awards, fighting off fierce competition to pick up the prestigious award at the recent virtual ceremony, due to the current restrictions around Covid-19.
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Killeavy Castle Estate named Ireland’s Castle Hotel of the Year
Killeavy Castle Estate in County Armagh has been crowned Ireland’s Castle Hotel of the Year at the Irish Hotel Awards, 2021 for the second consecutive year.
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Killeavy Castle Estate - Castle Hotel of the Year 2020
Killeavy Castle Estate named Castle Hotel of the Year by the Irish Hotel Awards. This comes at the same time as the hotel celebrates its first anniversary.
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Killeavy King of the Castle at NI Hotel Awards
Killeavy Castle Estate, County Armagh, brought home the silverware at the Northern Ireland Hotel Awards lifting five awards on the evening including Romantic Getaway of the Year and Hotel Restaurant of the Year. The Estate was also highly commended in the 4 Star Hotel of the Year category. Three staff members were also crowned winners for their respective roles including; Darragh Dooley, Head Chef of the Year, John Mathews, Deputy General Manager of the Year, and Seamus Morgan, Bar Manager of the Year. The Estate, which was recently awarded its four-star rating from Tourism NI, fought off fierce competition to pick up the prestigious awards at a gala ceremony in Belfast last night. The NI Hotel Awards recognise excellence in the hospitality industry with a panel of judges assessing customer experience, outstanding team members, facilities and services. Killeavy Castle Estate opened just seven months ago in County Armagh on the Eastern base of Slieve Gullion. The Grade A listed building, derelict for over a decade, was transformed following a £12million investment. The 45-bed boutique, luxury hotel, was shortlisted in eleven categories at the awards receiving a total number of five top awards and high commended in six categories. Jason Foody, General Manager of Killeavy Castle Estate, said; “We are delighted to have been awarded five NI Hotel Awards at the gala in Belfast acknowledging our commitment to exceptional customer service, our stunning facilities, but most of all our people. We are incredibly proud of our team who strive for the best results possible in every area of the Estate and it was great to see Darragh, John and Seamus rewarded for their outstanding contribution. “It is particularly special for us to have been awarded Romantic Getaway of the Year. Our goal is to provide a stunning setting for couples to get closer to what is important - be that the beautiful surroundings, or themselves. We take great pride in our provenance and heritage, especially when it comes to our food which is all grown on the estate or locally sourced, so we are thrilled to be named Hotel Restaurant of the Year.” David Perry, Event Director of the 2019 Northern Ireland Hotel Awards, added: "It was fantastic to have the Killeavy Castle Estate team at the Northern Ireland Hotel Awards and a huge congratulations for picking up so many awards. It's great to celebrate the success of the Killeavy team who are making a massive impact in the hospitality sector - having only been open a few months!"
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Killeavy Castle Achieves 4 Star Grading From Tourism NI
Congratulations to our member, Killeavy Castle Estate who have achieved a 4 Star Grading from Tourism NI. Recently awarded the National Winner Newcomer of the Year 2020 at the Georgina Campbell Irish Food and Hospitality Awards, the luxury four-star boutique hotel, spa and wellness centre, located at the foot of Slieve Gullion in Co. Armagh, opened to the public in April 2020, following a £12m investment.
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Killeavy Crowned Georgina Campbell’s ‘Newcomer Of The Year’
Killeavy Castle Estate has been crowned ‘Newcomer Of The Year’ at the Georgina Campbell Awards held in September at the Intercontinental Hotel in Dublin. Celebrating 21 years in their current incarnation, the Georgina Campbell Awards recognise and honour Ireland’s standard-bearers in food and hospitality. The rigorous programme of anonymous assessment visits are a year-round process and winners are nominated solely by an independent assessment team.
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