L-R Darren Byrne, General Manager of Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort, Orla Gallagher, CEO of the Alfred Beit Foundation, Russborough House & Park, Réamonn McDonnel,l Director of Sales & Marketing, Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort.
Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort is delighted to announce the success of its inaugural Charity Gala, which took place on Wednesday, 12th November 2025, and raised an impressive €60,000 in support of its neighbours, the historic Russborough House & Park.
Orla Gallagher, CEO of The Alfred Beit Foundation, Russborough House & Par,k commented: “The success of the Gala at Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort reflects the strong relationship we’ve built, and we are truly grateful for their generosity and continued support. The €60,000 raised will help us safeguard the house, care for its collections, and further its cultural and educational mission.”
Reflecting on the evening, Darren Byrne, General Manager of Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort, said:
“We are thrilled with the success of our first Charity Gala and deeply grateful to our guests, whose incredible generosity helped us raise €60,000 for the preservation of Russborough House & Park. It was an honour to unite the community for a night of exceptional dining and entertainment, ensuring the future of one of Ireland’s most treasured estates.”
Guests enjoyed a red-carpet welcome and sparkling reception in the Manor House before moving to the ballroom for an exceptional dining experience curated by Executive Chef Lewis Barker of the two-Michelin-starred Terre Restaurant at Castlemartyr Resort. Chef Barker’s inventive approach and refined flavours delivered a bespoke menu that proved to be one of the evening’s highlights.
Entertainment throughout the night offered a rich blend of styles and performances, featuring a Trio from the world-renowned Blackwater Valley Opera Festival, pianist Fiachra Garvey, the Cotton Club Jazz Quartet, and harpist Ruth O’Hara. The event was hosted by broadcaster Mary Kennedy, while Senator Aubrey McCarthy led a lively auction and raffle, with an array of outstanding prizes.
The team at Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort extends heartfelt thanks to all guests, performers, contributors, and supporters who helped make the inaugural Gala such a remarkable success.