Getting everyone together at Christmas is half the battle. Teams, friends, clubs and families are all trying to find one date and one place that works. All the more reason to make it a unique, memorable experience everyone will treasure.
Few venues can match the sense of occasion of an 800-year-old castle. Set on a stunning coastal estate just north of Dublin city, Howth Castle has been welcoming guests for centuries. A stunning castle kitchen, fun, laughter and a relaxed festive meal together give your group an experience that feels special from start to finish.
At Howth Castle Cookery School, your group doesn’t just sit back and watch. Everyone is fully engaged and involved. Led and guided by our professional chef tutors, you’ll cook a delicious festive menu (or a menu theme of your choice) in our castle kitchen. Then you’ll sit down together in the glow and warmth of a roaring fire to enjoy everything you’ve made.
Our open, spacious kitchen has top-of-the-range Gaggenau appliances and comfortably holds up to 24 guests. If your group is larger, get in touch for more options.
~ Pancetta Wrapped Escalope of Bronze Turkey & Baked Ham with Thyme and Apricot Stuffing
~ Winter Slaw
~ Cardamom, Honey and Black Pepper Root Vegetables
~ Perfect Duck Fat Roast Potatoes
~ Red Wine Reduction
~ Pear & Almond Tart
We have menu options to suit every kind of group, including:
Our festive group experiences run until the end of January, which takes the pressure off fitting around everyone’s busy December schedules. Preferred dates fill up quickly as December approaches, so get in touch to check availability.
We look forward to welcoming you to our cookery school kitchen soon.
To secure your date, contact Julie on 01 839 6182 or info@howthcastlecookeryschool.ie
Posted on 10 Nov 2026.
