Castle Leslie Estate

Monday night we hosted a sold out night of culinary creativity and heartfelt community spirit at our Easter Cookery Demonstration in aid of the The Down Syndrome Centre North East It proved to be a resounding success—raising in excess of an incredible €10,000 every cent of which will go directly to support the centre’s vital work. The event kicked off with welcome drinks and canapés—including treats and refreshments for the little ones—setting the tone for what would be a memorable night. The spotlight was on our exceptionally talented Executive Head Chef Aaron Duffy, who wowed attendees with an inspiring showcase of Easter-themed dishes. From comforting Seafood Chowder to a show-stopping Silver Hill Duck Honey Roast Whole Duck, and sweet sensations like Estate Honey & Lavender Blancmange and Whole Sharing Pavlova, Aaron delivered a masterclass in creativity and culinary excellence. Guests also got an insider’s look at his signature Fighting Bishop Gin Cured Salmon and indulgent Easter Egg Cheesecakes. The interactive demonstration, hosted by popular MC Sean McCaffrey of northern sound was filled with laughter, learning, and delicious aromas. Guests had the chance to engage with Aaron, ask questions, and take home recipe cards to recreate the magic in their own kitchens. The night also featured a lively raffle with a range of fabulous prizes, adding extra excitement and energy to the event. Most importantly, the event succeeded in its mission: to raise funds and awareness for the The Down Syndrome Centre North East , an organisation committed to improving the lives of individuals with Down Syndrome and supporting their families across the region. A HUGE Thank you to everyone who supported this wonderful event. Your generosity, enthusiasm, and love for great food have made a real difference. #castleleslieestate #communitysupport #downsyndromecentrenortheast #easterevent

We are proud to announce that Castle Leslie Estate achieved the recognition of Best Workplaces for Health & Wellbeing™ 2025! Congratulations and thank you for your exceptional efforts in supporting your people in the workplace🎉👏 #BWHealthWellbeing25 Discover the full list here 👉 https://hubs.li/Q03gKkXF0

Huge congratulations to our incredible Accommodation team on their well-deserved gold standard presented by the Irish Accommodation Services Institute. This award is a testament to their unwavering dedication, hard work, and commitment to providing exceptional service and creating a welcoming and comfortable environment. We are incredibly proud to have such a talented and passionate team, and this recognition truly reflects the high standards they consistently maintain.

A resounding round of applause for our outstanding team members as we celebrate their remarkable achievements in 2024! Let's give a huge congratulations to Margaret, our Accommodation Manager, for her consistent leadership over the last six months of 2024. Her dedication and guidance have truly shone. We also extend our warmest congratulations to Joao, our Reception Supervisor, who has rightfully earned the title of Future Leader for the last six months. Joao's innovative thinking and proactive approach are incredibly inspiring. And finally, a massive, well-deserved congratulations to Myles, our exceptional Maintenance Operative, for being named Employee of the Year 2024! Myles's hard work, reliability, and commitment to keeping everything running smoothly make him an invaluable asset to our team. These individuals represent the best of us, and we are incredibly proud to celebrate their successes. #greatplacetowork #teamwork

Celebrating the 40 organisations recognised as Best Workplaces™ in Ireland 2025 in the Medium Category🎉 A huge congratulations on this well-earned recognition, it showcases your dedication to putting your people first!👏 #BestWorkplaces25 Check out the list: https://hubs.ly/Q038kNDS0 1 Cloudera 2 Distilled 3 ORS 4 Unum Ireland Ltd 5 Cadence Design Systems (Ireland) Ltd 6 The Kingsley Hotel 7 Ask Acorn 8 Integra LifeSciences 9 The Housing Agency Ireland 10 Hilti Group 11 Ballyhass Adventure Group 12 Carelon Global Solutions Ireland 13 Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) 14 Trump International Golf Links & Hotel Ireland 15 Black Shamrock - a Virtuos Studio 16 WP Engine Inc. 17 Market Lane Restaurant Group 18 The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre 19 Volkswagen Group Ireland 20 Mason Technology 21 Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown 22 Hidden Hearing Ireland 23 DHL Global Forwarding, Freight Ireland 24 Clanard Court Hotel 25 CluneTech 26 ENERCON Ireland 27 Castle Leslie Estate 28 Vision Contracting Ltd. 29 Liberty IT 30 Uniquely 31 Abbey Group 32 Sport Ireland 33 IPB Insurance 34 ATA Tools Ltd 35 Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General, IRELAND 36 Milestone Technologies, Inc. 37 Bord Bia - The Irish Food Board 38 Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport & Holiday Inn Express Dublin 39 Crédit Agricole Creditor Insurance (CACI) 40 Royal College of Physicians of Ireland

Wishing Emma Reilly, our Events Sales Executive the very Best of Luck as she represents the IHF Mourne/Boyne/Lakes Branch at the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) National Employee of the Year Awards this evening in Killarney. Emma’s dedication, passion, and hard work truly make her a star, and we couldn’t be prouder to see her recognised on a national stage. No matter the outcome, she is already a winner in our eyes! Best of luck, Emma – we are all cheering you on! #castleleslieestate #proudmoment #IHF #employeeoftheyear #goodluckemma

Congratulations to Emma Reilly from Castle Leslie Estate, overall winner of our 2024/2025 IHF Mourne Boyne Lakes Branch ‘Employee of the Year’ award. The announcement was made at an awards lunch in the Headfort Arms Hotel, where guests gathered to celebrate and recognise nominees from hotels and guesthouses across counties Cavan, Louth, Meath and Monaghan who have made an outstanding contribution to their workplace. Congratulating Emma on the award IHF branch representative John O' Neill said that, when selecting her as the winner, the judges highlighted Emma’s dedication to sales, problem-solving abilities and skills at anticipating and understanding customer needs. The IHF Mourne Boyne Lakes Branch extends its gratitude to the expert judging panel comprised of Matt O Connor (IHF Vice President) and Stephen McNally (Past IHF President) who had the difficult job of selecting a winner from the nominees. The members of the IHF Mourne Boyne Lakes Branch wish Emma the very best of luck as she goes on to represent them at the upcoming National IHF Employee of the Year Awards which will be held during the IHF's Annual Conference at the The Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney in February. https://lnkd.in/eCHVyBYA

This year, we held our Annual Christmas Jumper Day in support of The Down Syndrome Centre North East. In addition, we enjoyed our second delicious staff Christmas lunch. It was a fantastic day of celebration before our hardworking team take a well-deserved break.

It’s been a month now since another great achievement for Castle Leslie Estate. We are beyond thrilled to have won two prestigious awards at the Good Food Ireland Awards! 🏆 *Supreme Award of the Year* — the ultimate accolade recognising our commitment to culinary excellence and unforgettable guest experiences. *Culinary Haven of the Year* —celebrating our passion for local ingredients, exceptional dishes, and the warmest Irish hospitality. These honours are a testament to our team’s dedication to crafting remarkable dining experiences for every guest. If you would like to be part of this award winning culinary team please follow the link- https://lnkd.in/e82c4Rjf #goodfoodirelandawards #castleleslieestate #castleleslie #culinaryexcellence #awardwinningdining #irishhospitality #irelandsbluebook

BIG NEWS! We’re over the moon to share with you that we have won the prestigious ‘Tourism/Hospitality Company of the Year’ at this year’s Ireland's Climate Change Leadership Awards! This incredible recognition celebrates our commitment to creating a positive impact on our environment and the planet, showing that sustainable tourism is not just a goal but our passion and purpose. This award highlights the work we’ve been doing to reduce our carbon footprint, protect natural resources, and introduce eco-friendly initiatives that inspire others to enjoy travel and hospitality in a way that respects and preserves our beautiful planet. We owe this achievement to our dedicated team, our amazing guests who’ve embraced our sustainability journey, and everyone who believes in the importance of creating a greener future!