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Find a Wedding Venue in Dorset

Are you looking to marry in Dorset? We've listed some of the best Dorset Wedding Venues so you can find the perfect venue for your wedding, whether you're looking for an elegant reception in Dorchester or a perfect civil ceremony in Poole. Most wedding venues that are licensed for civil ceremonies offer a complete package from the wedding ceremony through to the evening reception. Once you've found your perfect wedding venue, why not sign up to our free online wedding planner.

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Mortons House Hotel Wedding Venue

Mortons House Hotel: Your dream Dorset wedding venue. Discover more.

Dorset, Corfe Castle

£POA

Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by Abbotsbury's breathtaking subtropical beauty. Discover more.

Dorset, Weymouth

£POA

150 guests

George Albert Hotel Wedding Venue

Dorset's George Albert Hotel & Spa: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

Dorset, Dorchester

£45 - £100

50-450 guests

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Dudsbury Golf Club Hotel Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in Dorset's idyllic Dudsbury; explore our stunning wedding venue.

Dorset, Ferndown

£2,800 - £6,800

200 guests

Chedington Weddings

Plan your perfect Dorset wedding day at Chedington, a stunning manor house graced with elegance and charm.

Dorset, Beaminster

£POA

120 guests

Milton Abbey School Wedding Venue

Milton Abbey: Historic Dorset charm for your perfect wedding day.

Dorset, Blandford Forum

£POA

120 guests

The Langton Arms Wedding Venue

Dorset's Langton Arms: a unique place of worship for your special day. Discover more.

Dorset, Blandford

£POA

80 guests

Langtry Manor, Bournemouth Wedding Venue

Historic Bournemouth wedding venue, Dorset.

Dorset, Bournemouth

£POA

120 guests

Scaplen's Court Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in the historic charm of Scaplen's Court, Dorset.

Dorset, Poole

£POA

80 guests

The Orchid Hotel Wedding Venue

The Orchid Hotel creates its own unique weddings.

Dorset, Bournemouth

£POA

120 guests

Village the Hotel Club Bournemouth

Bournemouth wedding bliss? Discover Village Hotel Club's enchanting Dorset venue.

Dorset, Bournemouth

£35 - £65

200 guests

The Cottonwood Boutique Hotel Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Dorset's beauty at The Cottonwood Boutique Hotel. Discover more.

Dorset, Bournemouth

£4,865

150 guests

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The Grosvenor Arms Wedding Venue

Dorset's Grosvenor Arms: Your perfect wedding awaits. Discover more.

Dorset, Shaftsbury

£POA

50-120 guests

The Kings Christchurch Hotel Wedding Venue

Dorset's Kings Christchurch Hotel: a stunning venue for your perfect day. Discover more.

Dorset, Christchurch

£3,000 - £9,500

120 guests

Wilkswood Wedding Venue

Wilkswood, Dorset: Enchanting ceremonies in a breathtaking setting. Discover more.

Dorset, Swanage

£7,500 - £16,990

50-200 guests

Talbot Heath Weddings Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by Dorset beauty at Talbot Heath Weddings. Discover more.

Dorset, Bournemouth

£POA

English Oak Vineyard Weddings Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Dorset's rolling hills at English Oak Vineyard Weddings.

Dorset, Lytchett Matravers

£POA

80-120 guests

Harry Warren House Wedding Venue

Dreaming of a Dorset wedding? Discover Harry Warren House.

Dorset, Studland

£POA

50-200 guests

St Giles House Wimborne, Dorset

Dorset's most romantic & intimate country house wedding venue in Wimborne.

Dorset, Wimborne

£POA

Plush Manor Wedding Venue

Dorset's Plush Manor: Your dream wedding venue. Discover more.

Dorset, Plush

£POA

Fernhill Hotel Charnmouth, Dorset

Fernhill Hotel, Dorset: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

Dorset, Charmouth

£POA

Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy

Say "I do" with stunning harbour views at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy.

Dorset, Portland

£POA

80 guests

The Handmade Pie and Ale House Wedding Venue

Dorset's unique "Handmade Pie and Ale House" offers a charming, rustic wedding venue.

Dorset, Weymouth

£POA

Durlston Castle Wedding Venue

Tie the knot in timeless elegance at Durlston Castle, Dorset's enchanting castle wedding venue.

Dorset, Swanage

£POA

120 guests

Bulbury Woods Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Dorset's natural beauty at Bulbury Woods Golf Club.

Dorset, Poole

£POA

120 guests

Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth East Cliff

Bournemouth's East Cliff Hotel: Stunning Dorset coast wedding venue. Discover more.

Dorset, Bournemouth

£POA

120-200 guests

Knighton House Wedding Venue

Dorset's Knighton House: Your dream country house wedding awaits.

Dorset, Blandford

£POA

120 guests

Where can I find Wedding Venues in Dorset?

Dorset is a stunning coastal county with gorgeous countryside as well as its well known sandy and stoney beaches that stretch from the coastal town of Bournemouth all the way to Lyme Regis on the Devonshire border. This coastline is famously known as the Jurassic Coast, where you will commonly find reminders of the past washed upon its shores in the form of fossils and debris.

There are many beautiful seaside and inland towns and villages in the county of Dorset, home to a number of hidden gems, from little trinket shops, antique emporiums alongside charming family run pubs, restaurants and cafes. This makes Dorset a perfect seaside retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

What type of venues does Dorset have on offer?

Dorset has so many options to host your perfect day. From beautiful countryside manor houses like Minterne House, charming wedding barns in the heart of the countryside like Stockbridge Farm and grand hotels in the larger towns. Dorset has something for everyone and every budget.

What is there to remember when planning a wedding in Dorset?

When you have found the Dorset venue of your choice, make sure to ask plenty of questions. Your venue will be happy to help you with local and trusted suppliers and how to find them. You can also search for all the suppliers you will need for your wedding day here on Guides for Brides and easily find them in your chosen area.

FAQs about Dorset Wedding Venues

Dorset has a wide range of wedding venues, including coastal hotels, historic castles, charming barns and elegant manor houses. There is something for every couples style and budget.

Wedding venue prices in Dorset will vary based on factors like location, size of space, number of guests you're having, and the season you choose for the wedding. On average, wedding venue dry hire prices range from £3,000 to £9,000, but each venue will vary widely depending on level of luxury, package inclusions etc.

Many coastal wedding venues in Dorset can offer reception spaces overlooking the sea. This may be from their private gardens or from windows. Whatever options are available, many of these venues have a beautiful backdrop for seaside celebrations or wedding photos.

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