The night of the year
Make your formal one to remember at Clandeboye Lodge. Set in tranquil woodland near Bangor and just minutes from Belfast, our formal venue brings together great food, a brilliant atmosphere and everything you need for the big night. With space for up to 350 guests and all-inclusive packages to make organising easy, all that's left to do is enjoy it.
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The VIP Experience Formal Packages
Everything you need for a brilliant night, brought together in an easy-to-plan package.
Ready to plan your formal?
Let's start planning your event
Tell us a little about your plans and our Events team will take it from there. Whether you've already chosen a date or you're just getting started, Ian, Gia, Lorraine or Kirsty will be happy to help.
Call 028 9185 2500, email [email protected] or complete the form below.
School & University Formal FAQs
Our school formal packages include a three-course dinner, DJ, photobooth, room hire, registered door stewards and one-way private coach transport. Our Classic package starts from £57.50 per person, while our alcohol-free Sweet 16 package starts from £55 per person.
We can host school and university formals for up to 350 guests, with flexible event spaces to suit different group sizes.
Yes. Clandeboye Lodge is near Bangor in County Down, around 12 miles from Belfast, making it easily accessible for schools, universities and groups travelling from across Greater Belfast and Northern Ireland.
Yes. There are 250 complimentary on-site parking spaces.
Yes. Our school formal packages include one-way private coach transport to one specified location. Our university Full Works package includes two-way private coach transport, with collection and drop-off from one specified location.
Yes. Our formal packages include access to a lectern, surround sound PA, ceiling-mounted projector and large screen, making it easy to include awards or presentations as part of your night.
Start with the essentials: choose your venue, set a budget and consider your guest numbers, food, entertainment and transport. Our Events team can help with the details, or explore our 10 top tips for planning your formal in Northern Ireland for a step-by-step guide.
