Description
Exclusive-use corporate events at Gloster House
Gloster House is a family-run Georgian country house on a 140-acre estate near Birr, County Offaly. The house, converted convent spaces, sheltered courtyard and landscaped gardens provide a private setting for conferences, group dining, residential retreats and incentive travel in Ireland’s Midlands.
Meetings, conferences and private dining
The Georgian house offers spaces for drinks receptions, registration, smaller meetings and intimate dining. The White Chapel provides a distinctive conference setting, while the light-filled Banqueting Room overlooks the gardens.
- White Chapel: up to 150 seated guests.
- Banqueting Room: up to 120 seated guests.
- Outdoor spaces: courtyard, lawns, terraces, woodland and lakes within the estate.
Final capacity depends on the room, layout and event requirements. Catering and drinks arrangements are agreed with the venue for each group.
Residential retreats and incentive stays
Accommodation includes 14 double bedrooms in the main house and six bedrooms in on-site gate lodges. Residential exclusive hire accommodates up to 40 guests, with a minimum two-night stay. Private dining and a full-board programme can be discussed as part of your enquiry.
Team days and experiences
Exclusive use of the estate allows groups to combine time indoors with garden visits and a suitable activity programme. Options to discuss include laser clay shooting, axe throwing, yoga, mindfulness and creative activities. Experiences are arranged in advance and are subject to availability and suitability for your group.
Event Square can help coordinate team building, a company event or a wider Ireland DMC and incentive itinerary. Local options include Birr Castle, Tullamore D.E.W., Clonmacnoise, Lough Boora and the Slieve Bloom Mountains.
Exclusive hire and planning
Day-only exclusive hire has a minimum group size of 30. A venue hire charge applies in addition to catering and drinks. Residential stays require at least two nights. Send your preferred dates, group size and plans so we can confirm availability, the appropriate spaces and a tailored proposal.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Gloster House located?
Gloster House & Gardens is in Brosna, near Birr, County Offaly, R42 CH02, between Birr and Roscrea at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains.
How many guests can the event spaces hold?
The White Chapel seats up to 150 guests and the Banqueting Room seats up to 120 guests. Final capacity depends on the room, layout and event requirements.
How many guests can stay overnight?
Accommodation includes 14 double bedrooms in the main house and six bedrooms in the on-site gate lodges. Residential exclusive hire accommodates up to 40 guests, with a minimum two-night stay.
Is there a minimum group size?
Day-only exclusive hire has a minimum group size of 30, with a venue hire charge in addition to catering and drinks. Residential stays require at least two nights.
What team-building or activity options are available?
Options to discuss include laser clay shooting, axe throwing, yoga, mindfulness and creative activities, arranged in advance and subject to availability and suitability for your group.
What else is nearby to combine with a visit?
Local options include Birr Castle, Tullamore D.E.W., Clonmacnoise, Lough Boora and the Slieve Bloom Mountains, and Event Square can help build Gloster House into a wider Ireland DMC and incentive itinerary.
Location
Gloster House & Gardens is in Brosna, near Birr, County Offaly, R42 CH02, between Birr and Roscrea at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains. Its Midlands location suits private events and a stop within a wider Ireland itinerary.
Contact Event Square to discuss your event, explore more venues in Ireland or visit the official Gloster House website.
