Vintage Elopements at the Ulster Folk Museums –
Say Your Vows Back in Time

not your usual wedding venue — think charm, character, and a step back into old ireland

The Spot for Your Intimate Vows

each park has beautiful little ceremony spots:

Ulster American Folk Park (Omagh):

MOUNTJOY MEETING HOUSE
Cosy and full of period charm. Great for small, quiet vows

CHURCH OF IRELAND / KILMORE CHURCH
Bright and simple with lovely old features.

CASTLETOWN NATIONAL SCHOOLHOUSE
Vintage benches and chalkboards. Quirky and a bit playful.

Ulster Folk Museum (near Belfast):

DRUMCREE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Rustic, moody and full of character.

TULLYALLEN MASS HOUSE
Thatched roof, whitewashed walls, and loads of old-world atmosphere.

OMAGH MEETING HOUSE
Tucked in the trees, peaceful and traditional.

These spots make for stunning vow moments – either with just the two of you or up to 40 guests max if you want to invite a few.

Venue hire is around £500, but if you’re not doing a full ceremony inside, just a casual vow exchange outside with a few snaps in your wedding gear (styled old-style of course!) — the cost can be much lower, even around £50 for the three of us.

This is a real chance to do something different — not just another location, but a whole experience that looks like it stepped out of history.

And who knows — if we’re lucky, we might even have a few hens or ducks photo-bomb in the background

Step Back in Time — Your Vintage Elopement Adventure at The Folk Park

The Folk Park is packed with stunning old cottages, historic buildings, and cobbled streets that’ll make you feel like you’ve stepped right into another century. Time slows down here, giving you the perfect backdrop for a vintage-style elopement that’s relaxed and full of charm.

NEW FOR 2026 - SOMETHING PROPERLY DIFFERENT!
This isn’t your usual elopement. Picture yourself in Peaky Blinders-style outfits (none of that fancy-pants stuff), wandering through cosy chapels and quaint cottages. You’ll have four hours to soak it all in — no rush, no fuss — just authentic moments and timeless photos that tell your unique story.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

4 hours of photos: Plenty of time to stroll the lanes, explore cottages, and soak up those vintage vibes.
Venue hire included: Access to charming ceremony spots inside the Folk Park — from rustic chapels to outdoor spaces framed by thatched cottages.
Digital gallery: High-res images with two years’ access for easy sharing and memories that last.
Planning consultations: Unlimited chats to nail every detail your way.
Travel included: No hidden fees for photographer travel.

WHAT TO EXPECT?

A 2.5 to 3-hour slow wander: No power walking — just a gentle ramble around the cottages, cobbled streets, and old shops.
Couples portraits: Natural, relaxed shots as you soak it all in — no stiff poses, promise.
Ceremony or vow exchange: Say your “I do’s” inside a restored chapel or outside with rustic buildings as your backdrop.
Bring your own lunch or flask: Take a break, share a picnic, and recharge before more exploring.
Wrap up with final shots: A few last relaxed portraits to finish the day on a high note — even if the weather’s typical Irish style!

This is a proper adventure for couples who want something fresh, fun, and truly out of the ordinary. If you love vintage vibes and want your wedding photos to tell a story that stands out, this one’s for you.

If you’re dreaming of something truly different — something full of soul, history and charm — this might just be your spot. Imagine tying the knot inside a little rustic church, surrounded by whitewashed walls, creaky old pews, and the warm light streaming through sash windows. Or saying your vows outdoors with thatched cottages and old farm animals wandering in the background.

There are actually two separate folk parks in Northern Ireland:
Ulster American Folk Park (near Omagh – focused on the Irish emigration story to America)
Ulster Folk Museum (near Belfast – showing daily Irish life as it once was, full of charm)

We’re talking rusty vibes, not polished perfection. Think Peaky Blinders meets romantic old Ireland. Bow ties, waistcoats, vintage dresses… it’s not about formal gowns or suits — just real charm and a nod to the past.