From cosy nights brainstorming in front of the fire, to away days spent hiking the fabled bluestack mountains, businesses of all sizes and professions will enjoy discovering the hidden secrets of Donegal, with a stay at Lough Eske Castle – the perfect venue for a staff groupcation.
Whether you are looking for somewhere peaceful for the annual strategy conference, impeccable service to reward your staff for their hard work, or perhaps to host your next team building adventure; Lough Eske Castle ticks all the boxes.
The meticulously restored 17th Century Castle is ideal for delegates looking for a unique setting for their next away day or team briefing. It comes well equipped for modern day business leaders, combining state of the art conference and meeting facilities with some of the most unique indoor and outdoor activities in Ireland; from archery, weaving, team challenges, hiking, surfing, cycling and golf, to a pampering spa for a little R&R – there is something for everyone.
Larger companies who do not want to be interrupted may want to book the entire venue and enjoy the castle’s Exclusive Venue Hire Package. From November to March prices start from only €10,000 per night. This offer includes: Full or part use of all guestrooms (96 en-suite bedrooms including the two-bedroom identical Suite, eight Solis Junior Suites, seven Garden Suites, 65 Deluxe Guestrooms and 14 Courtyard Guestrooms), exclusive full use of all Meeting Room Space and exclusive full use of the swimming pool, fitness centre and 43 acres of forest woodland.
All groups will have their every need catered to, with a dedicated Meeting Services Manager to help them plan all their trip details from arranging transportation to the F&B, spa treatments, and activities i.e. fishing, hiking, golf, whale/dolphin watching, etc, a dedicated Banquet Captain assigned as your Meeting Concierge to coordinate any on-site Business Centre services, such as photocopying, shipping packages or any other last minute requests, sommelier to assist with selection of wines to best complement your menu, or order special wines of your choice for the occasion and finally, unrivalled, efficient service from a caring staff in full compliance with the Solís service philosophy.
Groups looking for more mental stimulation, can experience authentic Irish arts and crafts at the local heritage centre, learn to fish on the lake, or head out to sea for some seal and dolphin watching, off the coast which could provide the perfect team building opportunity. Later in the evening, relax with your colleagues while experiencing a taste of Ireland with the local ‘craic’ in any of the many friendly pubs in the region.
The more adventurous groups will enjoy a tour of Slieve League, Europe’s highest peak, which is less than an hours’ drive away; with spectacular views and walking routes for any ability. Just across the border, in County Fermanagh, lies the famed Belleek Pottery factory and St. Angelo’s airport which offers private flying lessons for your high-fliers as well as air-tours of the local region.
After a hard day of meetings, guests can also enjoy access to the hotel’s Spa: Spa Solis features eight treatment rooms and a thermal suite with hot benches, steam sauna, luxury showers and more.
There is also a fully equipped fitness centre and a 20m indoor swimming pool which will ensure your colleagues will be well rested and raring to go on Monday morning! Complimentary site inspections of Lough Eske Castle are also available for your event through the contacts below.
Sinead on +353 (0)7497 43130 or email: sinead.mcgowan@solishotels.com
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