Private Dining & Functions
Celebrate at Walsh’s
At Walsh’s Hotel, we welcome every gathering. Whether you are planning an intimate family meal, a birthday celebration, a wedding, an anniversary, a christening, a retirement party, a charity event or a corporate occasion, we offer welcoming spaces, thoughtful menus and friendly service to help make it memorable.
Located in the heart of Maghera, Walsh’s combines traditional hospitality with flexible event spaces, making us a natural choice for occasions large and small. From relaxed private dining to lively celebrations, our team will handle the details so you can enjoy time with the people who matter most.
Your occasion, your way
No two celebrations are the same. Our team will work with you to create an event that suits your occasion, your guests and your budget.
Choose from private dining, buffet options, afternoon tea, finger food, tailored menus and drinks packages, with accommodation available for guests who would like to stay overnight. Whether you have a clear plan in mind or need some help bringing it together, we are here to make the process straightforward and enjoyable.
We can help you plan:
- Birthdays and milestone celebrations
- Weddings
- Anniversaries and family reunions
- Christenings, communions and confirmations
- Retirement parties and memorial gatherings
- Engagement parties and pre-wedding celebrations
- Baby showers and gender-reveal celebrations
- Charity lunches, dinners and fundraising events
- Club, community and association events
- Corporate dinners, team gatherings and awards evenings
- Private Christmas lunches and festive celebrations
Private dining
Bring family, friends or colleagues together around the table at Walsh’s. From a small lunch to a larger evening meal, private dining is a wonderful way to celebrate a special occasion in a setting that feels relaxed, welcoming and well looked after. Choose from Helena's Bistro, Jack's Bar or the Great Hall depending on your requirements
Our chefs can create a menu to suit your group, whether you are looking for traditional favourites, a buffet-style meal, light bites, an afternoon tea or a more formal dining experience. We're also happy to discuss dietary requirements and individual preferences in advance.
Spaces to gather
The Great Hall
The Great Hall is our largest and most flexible function space, ideal for celebrations, weddings, private dining, larger family occasions, corporate events and festive gatherings.
With room to create an occasion that feels entirely your own, it can be arranged for a formal sit-down meal, buffet dining, presentations, entertainment or a relaxed evening celebration. Its private bar makes it especially suited to groups who want their own dedicated space to dine, toast, and celebrate together.
Helena’s Bistro / Jack’s Bar
Helena’s Bistro and Jack’s Bar offer welcoming, characterful spaces for smaller gatherings and more informal celebrations. Ideal for private dining, family occasions, birthday celebrations, relaxed business meetings and festive get-togethers, each space provides a warm setting where guests can enjoy good food, drinks and time together.
Whether you are planning a sit-down meal, a casual buffet, drinks with friends or a small celebration with entertainment, we can help tailor the occasion to suit your group. With a friendly atmosphere and attentive service, Helena’s Bistro and Jack’s Bar are perfect for creating a memorable gathering without the formality of a larger function room.
Plan your event
From your first enquiry to the moment your final guest leaves, our team will be on hand to help. We will talk through your preferred date, number of guests, dining style, room set-up, entertainment and accommodation needs, then create a package that works for you.
To begin planning, please get in touch with our events team with:
- Your preferred date and time
- Estimated number of guests
- Type of occasion
- Preferred dining style or food requirements
- Whether you require a private room
- Whether you would like to include accommodation
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A welcome worth celebrating
Walsh’s has long been a place where people come together—for meals, milestones, meetings and memories. Whatever you are celebrating, we look forward to welcoming you and helping make the occasion feel special.
Make a night of it
Why let the celebration end early? With hotel rooms and apartments available on site, your guests can relax and enjoy the occasion without worrying about the journey home.
Stay overnight, enjoy breakfast the following morning and turn your event into a proper get-together. Accommodation options are ideal for family celebrations, group bookings, guests travelling from further afield and corporate occasions.
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