Shannon & Oscar
14 & 15 September 2027
Ballymagarvey Village · Co. Meath · Ireland
Two days in the Irish countryside
Together with their families, Shannon Catney & Oscar de Bruin invite you to celebrate their wedding at Ballymagarvey Village.
“Giorraíonn beirt bóthar.”
Two people shorten the road.
— Traditional Irish proverb
- WhenTuesday 14 – Thursday 16
September 2027 - WhereBallymagarvey Village
Co. Meath, Ireland - StayBook both nights directly
with the venue - Getting there30 min from
Dublin International Airport - Arrival & Check-InTuesday 14 September
15:30Refreshments provided - CeremonyWednesday 15 September
15:30 - Dress codeEarthy tonesTuesday: Casual Chic
Wednesday: Semi-Formal ChicDress code inspiration - Departure & Check-OutThursday 16 September
11:30Breakfast served 08:30–10:30
Our Story
Like many great love stories, theirs began with a massive train disruption, a complete stranger, and absolutely no idea what was about to happen.
In 2015, Shannon was 21 and travelling to Europe to visit her friend from Western University studying abroad in Rotterdam. When her friend’s class ran late and she couldn’t meet Shannon at the train station, she passed Shannon’s number to a Dutch guy named Oscar and asked him to help her navigate the trains.
And so there was Shannon, newly arrived in the Netherlands, caught in the middle of major train disruptions, with 5% battery and nothing but a Canadian charger, relying on directions from a stranger she had never met.
As it turned out, Oscar was already getting into the habit of making sure Shannon was safe, taken care of, and headed in the right direction — a role he would happily continue for years to come.
After finishing the rest of her European adventure, Shannon returned to Rotterdam, and the two finally met in person. Over the next few days, they shared drinks, laughs, and a very fun night out with friends before Shannon had to fly home. There was just one small complication: the language barrier. Oscar was still finding his confidence speaking English, while Shannon had absolutely no Dutch to fall back on. Somehow, with a little patience and plenty of laughter, they managed to understand each other — and both left feeling there was something there.
For the next ten months, Shannon and Oscar stayed in touch from opposite sides of the Atlantic. Shannon talked about Oscar constantly, especially to her mom, Jan, who eventually told her what she probably already knew: book the flight and see where this could lead.
So Shannon returned to the Netherlands for ten days in December 2015, and from that point on, there was really no looking back.
What followed was nearly a decade of choosing each other across oceans and time zones. There were countless flights, emotional airport goodbyes, a deportation thanks to the wrong working visa, and even a global pandemic that kept them apart for an incredible 11 and a half months.
Through it all, they kept choosing each other. Shannon even learned an entirely new language to be able to stay in the country, and in 2022, after years of long distance, she officially moved to the Netherlands. Today, they call a beautiful apartment along the water in downtown Rotterdam home.
Along the way, their relationship also brought two families together. The Catneys have made several trips across the Atlantic to visit the Netherlands, while the de Bruins have spent time with the Catneys in Canada. Between shared holidays, Christmas celebrations, meals, adventures, and plenty of laughs, two families in two countries have gradually become one wonderfully blended Dutch and Canadian family. With Bob, Cynthia, and Esmee on Oscar’s side, and Terry, Jan, and Cameron on Shannon’s, their wedding will be a celebration not just of their love, but of the family they have built around it.
And then, of course, there is Ireland.
During one very cold but incredibly fun St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin, spent with Shannon’s brother, Cameron, and friends, Shannon and Oscar both had the same thought: one day, they should get married here.
With Shannon’s Irish background and Ireland’s warmth, character, beautiful countryside, and unmistakable sense of celebration, it felt like the perfect place to bring everyone together. Years later, that little idea in Dublin became the plan.
But first, there needed to be a proposal.
In September 2025, almost exactly ten years after their story began, Oscar and Shannon travelled to Crete, Greece. After a day spent sailing and snorkelling near Dia Island, Oscar asked Shannon to marry him aboard a catamaran.
She said yes.
And now, more than a decade after a train disruption brought a Canadian girl and a Dutch guy into each other’s lives, they are bringing everyone they love together in Ireland to make it official.
From strangers, to long-distance love, to finally building a home together, theirs has been quite the journey. After countless adventures, challenges, plane tickets, family visits, and choosing each other from opposite sides of the world, Shannon and Oscar cannot think of a more fitting place to begin their next chapter than Ireland.
And this time, no one needs to worry about catching a train.
Our Celebrations
We couldn’t imagine celebrating our wedding with everyone we love for just one day, so we’re making it two!
Join us at Ballymagarvey Village for two days of good food, plenty of drinks, laughter, dancing, and celebrating together in the Irish countryside.
“May the roof above us never fall in,
— Traditional Irish Toast
and may we friends beneath it never fall out.”
Eat, drink, dance & celebrate.
We cannot wait to have all of our favourite people together in one place.
Pre-Wedding Journey Begins
Tuesday · 14 September
A welcome evening to begin our celebrations
15:30
Arrival & Check-In
Check in, settle in, and enjoy some refreshments at the manor house.
18:30
BBQ dinner
Good food, great company, and the start of something special.
20:00
Drinks, laughs & live music
Raise a glass (or two) and enjoy the evening with us!
23:00
Late-night snack
Enjoy a late-night bite and a cosy cup of tea or coffee before heading to bed.
Wedding Day The Day We Say I Do
Wednesday · 15 September
A day to celebrate surrounded by our favourite people
08:30
–10:30
Breakfast
Served in the Manor House.
11:00
Relax and explore
Explore the countryside or see where the Irish wind takes you!
15:00
Guest arrival
Take your seats and get ready for the ceremony.
15:30
Ceremony
The moment we say I do.
16:30
Canapés & drinks
Toast, mingle, and soak in the moment.
18:30
Dinner
A delicious meal, great conversation, and even better company.
20:30
Cake & toasts
A sweet moment and a few heartfelt words.
21:00
Dancing & live music
Let’s dance the night away!
23:00
Late-night snack
A little something to keep us going.
Post-Wedding Journey Continues
Thursday · 16 September
One last morning together
08:30
–10:30Breakfast
Served in the Manor House.
11:30
Fond farewells
Time to check out. Thank you for celebrating with us!
Travel & Stay
We are so grateful that so many of you will be traveling to Ireland to celebrate with us!
To make things as easy as possible, we’ve put together the most important information about staying at Ballymagarvey Village, getting to the venue, renting a car, and planning your stay in Ireland.
At a glance
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Fly into Dublin
Dublin Airport is about a 30 minute drive from the venue.
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Rent a car
Available at the airport. And don’t forget — Ireland drives on the left!
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Or take a taxi
Book in advance and share with other guests where you can.
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Stay on site
Book both nights at Ballymagarvey Village. Their team will help you through every step of the booking process.
Staying at Ballymagarvey Village
One of the things we are most excited about is that all of our guests will be staying together at Ballymagarvey Village for both Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
Our Pre-Wedding BBQ on Tuesday, followed by our ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and reception on Wednesday, will all take place right at Ballymagarvey.
This means that once you arrive on Tuesday, you can unpack, settle in, and enjoy the celebrations. There is no need to travel between hotels and the venue, arrange transportation during the wedding, or worry about getting home after the reception.
Everything will be right there!
Booking Your Accommodation
Book both nights at Ballymagarvey Village. Their team will help you through every step of the booking process.
Contact the venueGetting to Ballymagarvey Village
Ballymagarvey Village is located in the beautiful countryside of County Meath, approximately a 30 minute drive north of Dublin Airport.
The full address is:
Ballymagarvey VillageBalrath, Navan, Co. Meath
C15V67P, Ireland
When using Google Maps or another navigation app, we recommend entering the full address or using the Eircode C15V67P.
Once you arrive at Ballymagarvey, you won’t need your car again for any of our wedding celebrations. Everything is located right on the property and within walking distance.
Renting a Car
If you are planning to explore Ireland before or after the wedding, we highly recommend renting a car.
Having your own car is one of the easiest ways to explore the Irish countryside and gives you the freedom to visit smaller towns, coastal areas, castles, pubs, and everything else Ireland has to offer at your own pace.
Rental cars are available from Dublin Airport, making it easy to pick up your car when you arrive and drive directly to Ballymagarvey when it’s time for the wedding celebrations.
For our Canadian guests, one important reminder: Ireland drives on the left side of the road!
And for our Dutch guests, unfortunately your European driving experience will not save you this time. You’ll be joining the Canadians in figuring out the other side of the road!
If you are renting a car, we also recommend checking whether your rental is manual or automatic when booking, as both options are available and manual cars are common in Ireland.
Not Renting a Car?
That’s absolutely fine too.
If you don’t plan on exploring Ireland by car, you can arrange a taxi from Dublin Airport to Ballymagarvey Village.
If you are traveling with other wedding guests, coordinating your arrival times and sharing a taxi may also be a convenient option.
We recommend arranging your transportation in advance where possible rather than waiting until you arrive.
Once you reach Ballymagarvey on Tuesday, no additional transportation is needed for the wedding celebrations.
Park the car, put away the keys, unpack your bags, and settle in for two wonderful days with us.
Exploring Ireland
Choose your room
Rooms are subject to availability and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Room rates range from €125–€135 per person, per night, with a single supplement of €40–€45 per person, per night.
Click “Explore Accommodation” to browse the available rooms and choose your preferred option.
Once you’ve chosen your room, click “Contact the Venue” below to arrange your booking with our venue coordinator.
Contact the Venue
Your stay at Ballymagarvey Village
You’ll book directly with Ballymagarvey Village, and the team will help you through every step of the booking process.
Ballymagarvey VillageBalrath, Navan, Co. Meath
C15 V67P, Ireland
Frequently Asked Questions
We know many of you will be traveling from near and far to celebrate with us, and we are so grateful! We’ve put together a few helpful details below as you plan your trip. If there’s anything we haven’t answered, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Do we need to book our own accommodation?
Yes, you’ll be able to select and book your room directly with Ballymagarvey Village for the two nights. Our wedding coordinator will help guide you through the available room options and the booking process.
You can arrange your accommodation:
Phone: +353 41 982 5959
Email: info@ballymagarvey.ie
Hours: Daily from 09:00–17:00 (Ireland time)
Please note that rooms are booked on a first-come, first-served basis, and card details are required to confirm your reservation. Room charges will be processed two weeks prior to arrival unless prepaid earlier.
Best of all, both days of our wedding celebrations will take place right on site, so once you arrive, you can unpack, settle in, and enjoy the celebrations without having to travel between locations.
What should we do on the morning of the wedding?
The morning is yours to enjoy! Feel free to relax and explore the grounds, venture into Dublin, or visit one of the nearby towns before the celebrations begin.
All we ask is that you plan your day accordingly and are kindly seated and ready for the ceremony by 15:00 on Wednesday, 15 September 2027. The ceremony begins at 15:30.
Enjoy the morning, take in a little bit of Ireland, and then come celebrate with us!
Is breakfast included?
Yes! Breakfast will be available in the Manor House each morning from 08:30–10:30.
What do we mean by an “initial RSVP”?
Since our wedding celebrations will take place in September 2027, we completely understand that you may not have every detail of your trip figured out just yet.
At this stage, we are simply asking you to let us know whether you are planning to join us in Ireland.
You do not need to have your flights booked, your travel itinerary planned, or know exactly how long you’ll be staying. We’re just looking for your best answer based on what you know right now.
Your initial RSVP will help us coordinate guest numbers, accommodation, and other important details with Ballymagarvey Village.
How do we share dietary requirements & allergies?
We want everyone to be able to enjoy the celebrations comfortably.
Please include any dietary requirements or allergies when completing your RSVP so we can make sure these are communicated to Ballymagarvey Village.
What if our plans change?
September 2027 may still feel like a long way away, especially when international travel is involved.
If your circumstances change after submitting your initial RSVP, please don’t worry. Just let us know as soon as you can so we can update our plans accordingly.
We’ll also be in touch closer to the wedding to confirm any additional information or final details we may need from you.
How do we RSVP?
Please complete your initial RSVP as soon as possible. .
We cannot wait to find out who will be joining us for two very special days in Ireland.
When are the wedding celebrations?
Our celebrations will take place over two days at Ballymagarvey Village.
Tuesday, September 14, 2027 | Pre-Wedding BBQ
We’re kicking off the celebrations with a relaxed pre-wedding BBQ at Ballymagarvey Village. We can’t think of a better way to start the festivities than having everyone together for good food, drinks, and a chance to catch up before the big day!
Wednesday, September 15, 2027 | Wedding Day
Our ceremony and reception will both take place at Ballymagarvey Village. Once you arrive, there’s nowhere else you need to be. We’ll be celebrating together at the venue for the rest of the day and into the night!
Additional timing and details will be shared closer to the wedding.
Where is the wedding taking place?
Both our ceremony and reception will take place at Ballymagarvey Village in County Meath, Ireland on Wednesday, September 15, 2027.
The best part? Everything is happening in one place. There is no need to arrange transportation between the ceremony and reception. Once you arrive at Ballymagarvey, you can settle in, relax, and celebrate with us for the entire day.
Where is the venue located?
Ballymagarvey Village is located in the beautiful Irish countryside in County Meath, approximately a 30 minute drive north of Dublin Airport.
The full address is:
Ballymagarvey VillageBalrath, Navan, Co. Meath
C15V67P, Ireland
Whether you’re renting a car or taking a taxi from the airport, we recommend using the full address or Eircode C15V67P when navigating to the venue.
Once you arrive at Ballymagarvey, you can unpack and settle in. Everything for our two days of celebrations will be right there on the property!
Is there a pre-wedding celebration?
Yes! We would love to kick off our wedding celebrations with all of you.
Please join us for our Pre-Wedding BBQ on Tuesday, September 14, 2027, at Ballymagarvey Village.
The evening will be relaxed and casual. It’s a chance for everyone to meet, reconnect, enjoy some food and drinks, and get excited for the day ahead.
Do we need transportation once we arrive at Ballymagarvey?
No! Once you arrive at Ballymagarvey Village on Tuesday, there is no need to leave the venue for any of our wedding celebrations.
Our pre-wedding BBQ on Tuesday, followed by our ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and reception on Wednesday, will all take place right at Ballymagarvey Village.
So once you arrive, settle in, unpack, and enjoy. We’ll take care of the rest!
What time should I arrive on the wedding day?
Please be seated by 15:00 on Wednesday, 15 September 2027. Our ceremony begins at 15:30.
What is the dress code?
Inspired by the beauty of the Irish countryside, we invite you to celebrate with us in your favourite earthy tones.
Tuesday | Pre-Wedding BBQ | Casual Chic
Think BBQ-ready, but with a little extra effort!
Dresses, skirts, jumpsuits, smart trousers, shirts, polos, and nice tops are all perfect. We’re going for relaxed but polished, so we kindly ask that you leave the jeans at home!
For the gentlemen, jackets and ties are not needed — a nice collared shirt, polo, or smart trousers are more than enough. White shirts are completely fine, too.
Come comfortable, ready to mingle, and ready to kick off the celebrations with us!
Wednesday | Wedding Day | Semi-Formal Chic
For our wedding day, we’re going semi-formal. For the ladies, floor-length dresses are encouraged and for the gent’s, suits with optional ties. And don't worry, white dress shirts are absolutely welcome.
We’d love for you to embrace rich, earthy colors such as chocolate brown, forest and olive greens, navy blue, burnt orange, muted blue, burgundy, and charcoal greys.
Color palette
- Chocolate
- Forest green
- Olive
- Navy
- Burnt orange
- Muted blue
- Burgundy
- Charcoal grey
A small favour from us: please avoid white, cream, and beige.
Most importantly, we want everyone to feel wonderful, comfortable, and ready to celebrate!
Pinterest inspirationCan I bring a plus-one?
If a plus-one has been included with your invitation, this will be indicated on your RSVP.
Please let us know whether they are planning to attend as part of your initial RSVP so we can include them in our guest numbers and accommodation planning.
Due to the intimate nature of our celebration, we are only able to accommodate the guests formally included on each invitation. Thank you so much for understanding.
Are children invited?
While we absolutely love your little ones, our wedding celebration will be an adults-only occasion. We hope this gives all of our guests the opportunity to relax, celebrate, and enjoy the evening with us.
Thank you so much for understanding and for making arrangements in advance. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
What will the weather be like?
As much as we would love to promise sunshine, this is Ireland!
Much like the Netherlands, Ireland can have four seasons in one day! Sunshine, clouds, a little rain, and back to sunshine again can all be part of the experience.
We recommend being prepared for a little bit of everything. Bringing a light layer and an umbrella is never a bad idea, even if the forecast is looking beautiful.
Is transportation needed?
Once you arrive at Ballymagarvey Village, no transportation is needed on site. Everything is within walking distance, so you can park the car, put away the keys, and enjoy the celebrations!
For those planning to explore Ireland before or after the wedding, we recommend renting a car. Having your own transportation is one of the easiest ways to get around the Irish countryside and gives you plenty of freedom to explore along the way.
If you don't plan on renting a car, that's absolutely fine too. Ballymagarvey is approximately 30 minutes by car from Dublin Airport, so taking a taxi or booking one through an app is another convenient option.
Please check our Travel & Stay page for more detailed travel information and recommendations.
Is there parking at the venue?
Yes, there is ample parking available at Ballymagarvey Village.
Will you be joining us in Ireland?
We truly hope so!
Having so many of our favourite people coming together from Canada and the Netherlands, and beyond means the world to us. We know that attending a destination wedding takes a little extra planning, so we are incredibly grateful to everyone making the journey to celebrate with us.
Click the button below to RSVP your attendance and let us know if you’ll be joining us in Ireland!