Catriona Doherty Celebrant & Solemniser

20/02/2026

Fanad Lighthouse

20/02/2026

Fanad Lighthouse

20/02/2026

Today's wedding ceremony location.
What. A. Spot 💫
Fanad Lighthouse

18/02/2026

As I look forward to my first wedding of 2026, at Fanad Lighthouse this Friday – I’m thinking back to my last wedding there. I have great memories of a wild and blustery day at Fanad Head in June, when Melissa and Jeremey exchanged vows on the rugged clifftop across the lighthouse, as the Atlantic Ocean crashed below. The romance of it all…
Photo credit: Mc Glinchey Photography

15/02/2026

The today 💞

15/02/2026

Can't wait 💞

💍✨ Your Dream Wedding Awaits! ✨💍

Join Margaret Mary, our Wedding Coordinator - Ulster Wedding Co-Ordinator of the Year 2025, at the February Wedding Fayre today | 1–4pm 💕

Explore our stunning waterfront
venue, The Deck, CARA Spa, meet top local suppliers, enjoy nibbles & refreshments, and grab exclusive booking incentives!

Click to find out more or email events@redcastlehotel.com register your interest.

13/02/2026

Engaged couples... Looking forward to seeing you at the Redcastle Hotel's Wedding Fayre this Sunday.
Video credit: Paul Hughes Video, captured on J & P's big day 💞
Redcastle Oceanfront, Golf & Spa Hotel

12/02/2026

7 Ways to Involve Loved Ones 🤍
Your wedding ceremony is about the two of you, but it is also about the people who supported you, shaped you, and stood beside you on your journey. Including them in the ceremony can make the moment feel even more personal. Here are some ways to do it:
✍️ Select your witnesses with intention
Your witnesses can be anyone over 18, and they do not have to be a member of the bridal party. Their names will need to be given to the HSE in advance, so it is worth thinking about who you would like to stand beside you on the day, both legally and symbolically.
✨ Invite loved ones to participate in unity rituals
Parents lighting the unity candles is a particularly moving moment, symbolising the families coming together. You can also include loved ones in a sand ceremony, handfasting or other symbolic ritual that reflects your story.
📖 Ask someone special to do a reading
A loved one could share a reading or poem during the ceremony. It adds warmth and makes the ceremony feel deeply personal. Even better if you can convince someone to write something for your day.
🌸 Spotlight your little attendants
Ring bearers and flower girls may be small in size, but their role is big in meaning. Introducing them as part of the ceremony ensures they feel included and valued.
👰‍♂️ Nominate an usher or two
Ushers are a lovely way to involve friends or family members, and it can be a great role for a teenager. They welcome guests, encourage people to sit near the front, and guide everyone to reserved seats for the bridal party and immediate family.
✨ Include them in your story
I create a bespoke story of your journey - including the names of anyone special you want celebrated in your ceremony.
🎶 Invite loved ones into the music
A family member or friend can sing, play an instrument or help choose meaningful music that reflects your shared memories.
🤍The most powerful moments often come from involving the people who have been part of your story long before the wedding day.

12/02/2026

What to expect from your ceremony planning meeting.

11/02/2026

❤️Wedding reading inspiration ❤️

Most Importantly Love by Rupi Kaur
Most importantly love
like it’s the only thing you know-how
at the end of the day all this
means nothing
this page
where you’re sitting
your degree
your job
the money
nothing even matters
except for love and human connection
who you loved
and how deeply you loved them
how you touched the people around you
and how much you gave them.

10/02/2026

On my wedding day – do I sign the MRF (green folder) using my new married name or my maiden name?
That’s a question that came up recently, and the answer is: your maiden name. And the reason for that is - your signature on the form must match the name you used when applying for your MRF.
If in doubt, on the day, just double check with your celebrant who will be right there with you, every step of the way.

10/02/2026

Can't wait 💕