Description
Corporate Events & Team Building at the Ballymaloe Grainstore
Set within 300 acres of peaceful countryside, gardens and woodland on the grounds of the historic Ballymaloe House Hotel, the Ballymaloe Grainstore stands as East Cork’s premier multi-purpose event space. Originally founded by Rory Allen out of a shared passion for music and farming, this beautifully converted 17th-century venue seamlessly blends rustic old-world charm with modern convenience. It serves as a versatile setting for a wide array of occasions, accommodating everything from elegant weddings and grand corporate functions to vibrant live concerts, festivals and fairs, yoga retreats, pop-up dinners and weekly activities.
Designed to cater to both large events and intimate gatherings of 10 to 300 guests, the venue includes the main Grainstore hall alongside the upper-floor Carrigaun Room, a bright, charming space connected by an outdoor terrace ideal for smaller ceremonies, private dining, and breakout sessions. The venue comes fully equipped with high-spec amenities, including a versatile hydraulic stage, top-of-the-line PA and projection systems, exceptional venue acoustics and a fully stocked bar. For unique event setups and effortless logistics, the main room offers spacious entry doors with full vehicle access, complemented by generous free on-site parking for all attendees.
Event Spaces
- The Grainstore Hall: the main event space, with a versatile hydraulic stage, exceptional acoustics and a fully stocked bar
- The Carrigaun Room: a bright, charming upper-floor space connected by an outdoor terrace, ideal for private dining, breakout sessions and smaller gatherings
- Outdoor estate: gardens, woodland and countryside on the Ballymaloe estate for outdoor programmes and summer events
Facilities
- Capacity from 10 to 300 guests
- Hydraulic stage
- High-spec PA and projection systems
- Exceptional venue acoustics
- Fully stocked bar
- Wide entry doors with full vehicle access to the main room
- Generous free on-site parking
Corporate Away Days & Team Building
The combination of a flexible indoor hall, a separate breakout room and the surrounding estate gives corporate groups the freedom to combine meetings with team challenges and social experiences without moving venue. Event Square can design a programme around your objectives, group size and schedule.
- Corporate team-building programmes
- Leadership and management retreats
- Graduate and onboarding programmes
- Collaborative team challenges
- Outdoor activities and Celtic Games
- Wellness and retreat programmes
- Conference energisers and breakout activities
- Evening entertainment and social events
Corporate Celebrations & Evening Events
With its stage, sound system and bar, the Grainstore is well suited to gala dinners, Christmas parties, awards nights and live music events. Event Square can provide evening entertainment such as Casino Night, Murder Mystery, hosted games, quizzes and live acts, subject to the room setup and event schedule.
Ideal For
- Corporate away days
- Leadership and executive retreats
- Meetings and conferences
- Product launches and live events
- Team development events
- Gala dinners and corporate celebrations
- Christmas parties
- Summer events and BBQs
- Private dining and pop-up dinners
Frequently Asked Questions
How many guests can the Ballymaloe Grainstore accommodate?
The Grainstore caters for events from intimate gatherings of 10 up to 300 guests.
Is there a separate space for breakouts or private dining?
Yes. The upper-floor Carrigaun Room, connected by an outdoor terrace, works well for breakout sessions, private dining and smaller gatherings.
What AV and production facilities are available?
The venue has a hydraulic stage, high-spec PA and projection systems and excellent acoustics, making it ideal for presentations, conferences and live entertainment.
Is there parking at the venue?
Yes. There is generous free on-site parking, and the main room has wide entry doors with full vehicle access for event setups and deliveries.
Where is the Ballymaloe Grainstore?
The Grainstore is on the grounds of Ballymaloe House in Shanagarry, East Cork.
Plan Your Event
Tell us your group size, preferred date, meeting requirements and objectives, and Event Square can recommend a team-building or event programme to complement the Ballymaloe Grainstore.
Venue: Ballymaloe Grainstore
Location: Ballymaloe House, Shanagarry, Co. Cork
