The Station House Hotel Joins Ireland’s Blue Book
We’re excited to announce that The Station House Hotel in Kilmessan, Co. Meath, has joined Ireland’s Blue Book—a...
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As 2024 comes to an end, we look back with immense pride and gratitude at what has been a remarkable year for The Station House Hotel! From prestigious awards and exciting milestones to charity events and community initiatives, here’s a recap of some highlights from the past year:
Joining Ireland’s Prestigious Blue Book
The pinnacle of 2024 came in November when we were thrilled to announce our entry into the renowned Ireland’s Blue Book. This exclusive collection of 64 exceptional properties across Ireland represents the very best in hospitality and dining. Being selected and endorsed by Ireland’s top hotels and restaurants is a huge accolade and honor, and we look forward to welcoming all Blue Book voucher holders!
To celebrate, we have our special Blue Book Celebratory Package. In addition, all dinner, bed, and breakfast guests will receive a lovely Station House gift bag. It includes an exclusive selection from Thelma’s Pantry, featuring one jar of her homemade jam or chutney, made from fruits grown in her garden, and one bag of her famous oat biscuits or granola.
The Blue Book Voucher, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast package comes with:
- Welcome treat of tea/coffee & scones with Thelma’s home-made jams
- Overnight accommodation in one of our boutique luxury bedrooms
- 3-course evening meal in the award-winning Signal Restaurant*
- Freshly made to order A la Carte breakfast the following morning
- Turn down service with delicious artisanal chocolates
*Please note the evening meals on a Monday & Tuesday evenings are served from the Platform Bar Menu; on Sundays, dinner is served from our all day Sunday Menu in Signal Restaurant
We were thrilled to support some of our local charities again this year!
Fashion Show Luncheon (February)
In support of Meath Women’s Refuge & Support Services, we partnered with Joanne Mallon of Ribbon Rouge Boutiques to host a fabulous fashion show luncheon. With over 170 attendees, stylish catwalk displays from Ribbon Rouge, Butterfly Boutique, and Geoghans, and generous contributions from local businesses and suppliers, we raised an incredible €35,140 for this vital cause.
Sincere thanks to all the raffle sponsors and our suppliers who helped make the day such a huge success, including Tindal Wines, Nicks Fish, La Rousse Foods, Irish Distillers, Keelings Fruit, Specsavers Navan, Lama Interiors by Aileen, Shanley Interiors, Emerald Airlines, Constantia Dunboyne, Wilkinson Jewellers Navan, Madden Furniture, Pzazz Media and Gloss Salon Navan.
Bewley’s Big Coffee Morning (September)
We welcomed over 40 fabulous ladies to enjoy coffee and scones while raising €1,600 for Meath Hospice, another charity close to our hearts.
Sponsorship of Kilmessan Tidy Towns
We were proud to support the incredible work of our local Tidy Towns team in keeping Kilmessan looking its very best.
Supporting Neuro-Diversity in the Workplace
In September, we took a big step forward as a local neuro-diversity champion. Partnering with Eva from @neurodiversitynavan, we kicked off our training program to ensure our hotel is inclusive and supportive for all guests and team members.
Supporting Local Sports and Community
We proudly hosted the Tara Athletics Awards Ceremony in the Carriage Suite. Over 200 attendees gathered to celebrate the achievements of local athletes, showcasing the incredible talent and dedication within our community!
Celebrating 40 Years of The Station House Hotel
In May, we proudly celebrated 40 years of The Station House Hotel with a memorable gathering of family, friends, and loyal guests who have been integral to our journey. The event also served as an opportunity to give back, raising €4,750 in support of Tiglin Ireland, a remarkable charity dedicated to helping individuals in and around Dublin overcome addiction and homelessness.
Click here to read more about our 40th-anniversary celebration and discover how you can host your own private events at The Station House Hotel.
Awards & Recognitions in 2024
- Virgin Media Gold Medal Awards:
- Awarded 2 Gold medals for Ireland’s Small Wedding Hotel and Ireland’s Country House & Guest House Experience – a prestigious recognition of excellence in hospitality!
- Ireland’s Boutique Venue of the Year:
- Recognized by weddingsuppliers.ie for creating outstanding wedding experiences.
- The Hot 100 – Ireland’s Best Hotels 2024:
- Ranked at No. 34, as selected by the Irish Independent and renowned travel writers @poloconghaile and @nicola_brady. A sincere thank you to Pol and Nicola for this tremendous honour!
- Meath Business & Tourism Awards:
- Shortlisted for Best Tourism Experience, alongside Emerald Park and Navan Racecourse. We were delighted to represent our local community and attend the gala dinner hosted at Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim. Congratulations to Emerald Park on their well-deserved win!
- Food & Wine Ireland Awards:
- Finalist for Customer Service of the Year—a prestigious nomination in what is often referred to as the Oscars of Food & Wine in Ireland. It was an honour to be listed among the country’s finest restaurants.
These awards reflect our ongoing commitment to excellence and our passion for creating exceptional experiences for our guests. Thank you to our incredible team, loyal guests, and community for their continued support!
Shortlisted by the Virgin Media Gold Medal Awards for 4 categories:
- Ireland’s Small Wedding Hotel (100 guests or less)
- Ireland’s Country House & Guest House Experience
- Ireland’s Fine Dining Hotel Restaurant
- Ireland’s Wine Experience
Again we are honoured to be listed next to some of the best hotels & restaurants in Ireland with judging from some of Ireland’s top critics and hospitality legends. We look forward to the final results in January 2025!
Other Highlights of 2024:
Beautiful Weddings Throughout the Year:
We were thrilled to host several stunning weddings this year, creating unforgettable memories for couples and their guests in our uniquely romantic setting. At The Station House Hotel, your dream wedding can take center stage in our enchanting outdoor ceremony space, or one of our charming indoor venues, rich with history and character. Download our wedding brochure and check-out dates for our wedding showcase events to book a viewing!
Bride and Groom: Leigh Watts and Ronan O’Connor. Photography by Two Souls Photography
Quarterly Meath County Chamber Networking Lunches:
We proudly hosted these inspiring events for Women in Business & Tech, sponsored by Meath County Chamber, LEO Meath, and Meta. Highlights included insightful talks from prominent speakers such as Minister Helen McEntee, Eva from Neuro Diversity Navan, and Anne O’Leary (EMEA and Head of Meta Ireland), among many other outstanding women.
Boyne Valley Tasting Dinner Nights:
Our regular tasting dinner events were a tremendous success, offering guests an intimate, dinner-party-style experience showcasing the finest local produce and flavors, expertly paired with wines selected by our in-house sommelier. These evenings are always a highlight of the calendar!
Don’t miss our New Year’s Eve Tasting Dinner! Book now on OpenTable or visit our website to reserve your spot.
Looking Ahead to 2025
As we look forward to the New Year, we remain committed to delivering exceptional hospitality, supporting our local community, and creating special memories for all who visit The Station House Hotel.
Thank you to all our customers, suppliers, and of course our incredible team for making 2024 such a success. Here’s to an even brighter 2025!
Warm regards,
Suzanne and Denise Slattery
